Installation And Self Test; Inspecting The Unit; Preparing The Zoll Aed Plus For Use - ZOLL Aed Plus Administrator's Manual

Installation and Self Test

This section describes the following functions to prepare the ZOLL AED Plus for use:

• Inspecting the Unit

• Preparing the ZOLL AED Plus for Use

• Using the Self Test Feature
• Installing or Replacing Batteries
• Identifying Battery Condition
Inspecting the Unit
Once unpacked, inspect the device for any signs of damage due to shipping. Check for accessories and
any other parts ordered.
Preparing the ZOLL AED Plus for Use
To ensure that the ZOLL AED Plus is functioning properly and is ready for use in an emergency
situation, the following set-up and checkout procedures should be performed before placing the device
into service and after each clinical use.
1. Inspect all external surfaces of the unit to ensure that they are clean and free of structural damage
such as cracks, broken or missing parts.
2. Inspect the patient connector to ensure that there are no broken or missing connector pins.
3. Verify that new CPR-D•padz, stat• padz II
are well within their expiration date.
4. Follow instructions provided with the new electrodes to pre-connect them to the patient connector
on the device and pack them within the ZOLL AED Plus cover.
NOTE If the electrodes are not connected to the ZOLL AED Plus unit, the device will fail the self test and
display a red "X" in the status indicator window.
5. If the status indicator displays a red X, install new batteries. (See "Installing or Replacing
Batteries" on page 18.)
6. Close the top cover of the ZOLL AED Plus unit and initiate a self test by pressing the Power
Button. Verify that the unit issues the UNIT OK voice prompt. This prompt indicates that the new
batteries and electrodes are properly installed and that the unit is ready for service.
7. Verify that the ZOLL AED Plus unit issues the appropriate "Adult Pads" or "Pediatric Pads" voice
prompt.
8. Turn the ZOLL AED Plus unit off.
9. Wait 2 minutes. Verify that the green check symbol (
and that the unit does not emit a beeping tone.
10. Place the ZOLL AED Plus unit in service.
11. Check the ZOLL AED Plus unit periodically to ensure that the green check symbol (
in the status indicator window.
NOTE If the status indicator displays a red X following completion of the above test, the ZOLL AED Plus is
not ready for use and may be defective. Remove the ZOLL AED Plus from service and consult the
Troubleshooting section on page 23 of this guide to help determine the problem.
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