Owner manual

E Series Operator’s Guide
13-6 9650-1210-01 Rev. R
No energy delivery to patient is apparent.
• Under certain circumstances, some patients do not
twitch when energy is delivered.
• Perform defibrillator self test as described in “General
Maintenance” on page 11-1.
• Check for CHECK PADS and POOR PAD CONTACT
messages alternating on the monitor.
• If Multi-Function electrodes are used, ensure proper
placement and contact.
Unit displays PADDLE FAULT message when
connected to the AutoPulse Plus.
• Discharge energy internally by changing the energy
selection.
• Disconnect the Multi-Function Cable and PADS from the
AutoPulse Plus, and connect the Multi-Function Cable
directly to the PADS.
Unit displays the CHECK PADS prompt.
• Verify proper Multi-Function Cable/MFE Pad connection
by disconnecting and reconnecting the Multi-Function
cable and MFE Pads.
• Ensure proper contact of Multi-Function Pads and that
the patient does not have excessive hair beneath the
electrodes.
• If message persists, disconnect Multi-Function cable
from MFE Pads and plug cable into test connector.
CHECK PADS prompt should change to DEFIB PAD
SHORT (Manual mode only).
• If test fails, try using paddles to defibrillate.
Unit displays the USE PADS prompt.
• The ECG analysis function operates only when MFE
pads are attached to the patient. You must either:
• Disconnect paddle and connect MFE Pads for use in
Semiautomatic defibrillation.
• Activate Manual mode to use paddles.
Unit displays the NOISY ECG or the
RETRY ANALYSIS prompt.
• Check for proper application and adhesion of Multi-
Function electrodes.
• Check to make sure that nobody is touching the patient
and that the patient is motionless.
Unit displays the ECG TOO LARGE, or the RETRY
ANALYSIS prompt.
• Press ANALYZE button again to begin analysis.
No TEST OK message appears when performing a
defibrillator self-test.
• Check to make sure unit is set to 30 Joules.
• If testing with Multi-Function Cable, make sure that
cable is firmly inserted into test connector.
• If testing with paddles, make sure to press the paddles
firmly against the sides of the unit while discharging.
Unit displays the DEFIB MAINT. REQUIRED message.
• Contact ZOLL Technical Service Department.
Unit displays a DEFIB FAULT XX
message.
• If problem persists, contact ZOLL Technical Service
Department.
Symptom Recommended Action