Troubleshooting Tips - Physio Control 11131-000040 Instrucciones De Uso

Troubleshooting Tips

11. When the defibrillator has reached the selected energy level, press and hold the
button located on the handle of the right internal paddle. Discharge will occur with the next
detected QRS complex.
Note: For safety reasons, the
paddles are connected.
12. Observe the patient's ECG rhythm.
13. If necessary, repeat Steps 6–12.
Troubleshooting Tips
These troubleshooting tips are specific to use of the internal paddles. For general
troubleshooting tips, see the Operating Instructions for your LIFEPAK device.
OBSERVATION
Energy level does not
appear on screen, or
CONNECT CABLE
message appears
ABNORMAL ENERGY
DELIVERY message
appears
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button on the defibrillator is disabled when internal
SHOCK
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Internal paddles not properly
connected
Defibrillator in AED mode
Bent or broken pin on internal
paddles connector
Defective internal paddles or cable • Inspect internal paddles and
Electrodes not properly positioned
on patient prior to discharge of
energy
Defective internal paddles or cable • Inspect internal paddles and
Open-air discharge occurred
Sterilizable Internal Defibrillation Paddles Instructions for Use
SHOCK
CORRECTIVE ACTION
• Ensure all connections are
firmly seated.
• Verify defibrillator is in manual
mode.
• Inspect internal paddles
connector. Replace internal
paddles if connector is
damaged.
cable. Replace if defective.
• Position electrodes properly.
cable. Replace if defective.
• Do not discharge electrodes in
the air.