Troubleshooting; Overview; Attaching Electrode Pads - Welch Allyn AED 10 User Manual

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Troubleshooting

This chapter provides information on how to troubleshoot situations and conditions that
arise during the operation of the Welch Allyn AED 10 and gives answers to frequently
asked questions.
Overview
Attaching Electrode Pads
Analyzing
No Shock Delivered
Defibrillator
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Other Problems
Frequently Asked Questions

Overview

If the built-in sensors in the Welch Allyn AED 10 detect a problem prior to or during
operation, the unit provides a voice or screen prompt indicating the problem.
Use the information in the following tables to troubleshoot. The tables list fault indicators
and determine possible corrective actions.
Note In some situations, the operator will be instructed to change the battery or
defibrillation electrode pads. It is important to always have spare batteries and
other accessories available.

Attaching Electrode Pads

Indicator/Possible Cause
Electrode pad does not adhere properly to the patient.
Electrode pads are dry, damaged, or out-of-date.
Improper pad placement or pads touching each other.
Inadequate connection to AED 10
Pads connector not connected or properly inserted into the
connector socket
Poor defibrillation pad contact with the patient's bare chest. Press firmly on electrode pads to improve adherence to
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Interrupted. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
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Corrective Action
Wipe moisture from chest and/or shave excessive hair
from chest.
Replace the electrode pads.
Check pad placement; make sure pads are in the correct
location.
Check for proper insertion of defibrillation pads connector
into AED 10.
Push pads connector firmly into the connector socket.
patient's skin.
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