Operating instructions

LIFEPAK 500 Automated External Defibrillator Operating Instructions 5-3
©1996–2003 Medtronic Physio-Control Corp.
Maintenance
5 Maintenance
CLEANING
Clean the LIFEPAK 500 AED and accessories as described in Table 5-2. Use only the cleaning agents
listed in the table.
Table 5-2 Recommended Cleaning Methods
AEDs without a Readiness
Display:
With the battery installed,
press
ON/OFF to turn on the
AED.
BATTERY OK
SELF-TEST
xx.xx message.
None needed.
Illumination and display of each
LED, all indicators, and all LCD
segments.
Contact authorized service personnel to
repair or replace parts.
BATTERY LOW or REPLACE
BATTERY SELF-TEST
xx.xx
message.
Replace the battery immediately.
Service indicator
or
CALL SERVICE
message.
Contact authorized service personnel to
troubleshoot and repair the device.
Examine accessory cables. Foreign substances. Clean the cables as described in Table 5-2.
Bend and flex the cable and
inspect for cracks, damage,
extreme wear, broken or bent
connectors and pins.
Replace damaged or broken parts.
Confirm that connectors engage
securely.
Replace damaged or broken parts.
CAUTION!
Possible equipment damage.
Do not clean any part of the AED or accessories with bleach, bleach dilution, or phenolic compounds.
Do not use abrasive or flammable cleaning agents. Do not steam, autoclave, or gas-sterilize the
LIFEPAK 500 AED or accessories.
Items Cleaning Practice Recommended Cleaning Agent
LIFEPAK 500 AED case,
display, crevices, and
accessories
Clean with damp sponge or
cloth.
• Quaternary ammonium compounds
• Rubbing (isopropyl) alcohol
• Peroxide (peracetic acid) solutions
Instruction Inspect for Recommended Corrective Action