Operational Checks; Before You Begin - Philips HEARTSTART XLT M3500B Instructions For Use Manual

Operational Checks

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Operational Checks
The following operational checks are intended to quickly verify the proper
operation of the HeartStart XLT. Perform these checks regularly, at the inter-
vals specified, along with visual inspection of the device and all cables, con-
trols, accessories and supplies. Also regularly check expiration dates of all
supplies, such as multifunction defib electrode pads and monitoring
electrodes.

Before You Begin

Before you run the Shift/System Check, be aware of the following conditions:
Do not touch any of the controls on the HeartStart XLT while the
Shift/System Check is running.
If a or
result is displayed, check that the test is set up correctly. Make
sure that:
‰ the paper is in the printer
‰ the test load is attached
‰ a Data Card with enough space is inserted into the HeartStart
XLT
‰ a charged battery is inserted into the HeartStart XLT
Run the Shift/System Check again, ensuring that no one touches any
of the controls on the defibrillator unless prompted to do so.
If the Data Card is full, the message
of the screen and the message
screen. Replace the Data Card and perform the Shift/System Check
again. If the message
device and call for service.
message is displayed, or if an unexpected
appears at the top of the
continues to appear, do not use the
Maintaining the HeartStart XLT
appears at the bottom