Summary of Contents for Cardiac Science Powerheart AED G3
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Cardiac Science FirstSave/Power heart G3 Manual Get an original copy of the Cardiac Science FirstSave/Powerheart G3 Defibrillator Operators Guide for manufacturer information about service, available accessories and how to use and maintain your device.
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Instructions for Use WARNING: Electric Shock and Fire Hazard. Do not connect any telephones or unauthorized connectors to the socket on this equipment.
AED automatically analyzes the patient’s electrocardiogram (ECG) and advises the operator to push the button and deliver a shock if needed. For the Powerheart AED G3 Automatic, the AED automatically delivers a shock if needed. The AED guides the operator through the rescue using a combination of voice prompts and/or text, audible alerts, and visible indicators.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE PRODUCT MODELS This instruction manual is for multiple, unique Cardiac Science AED models. They share a basic set of features and differences are noted throughout the manual. The AED warranty for defects in materials or workmanship is 7 years from date of purchase. For the full warranty statement see the warranty paper packaged with your AED or refer to the Operation and Service manual on the Quick Start CD-ROM.
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CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE RESCUEREADY® STATUS INDICATOR The RescueReady STATUS INDICATOR does not apply to AED 9300C. When this STATUS INDICATOR is GREEN, the AED is RescueReady. This indicates the AED self-tests have verified the following: • Battery has an adequate charge.
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CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE INTELLISENSE BATTERY ® INSTALLATION • Insert battery as shown. • Push firmly to snap into place. • Open the lid for 5 seconds. • The STATUS INDICATOR turns GREEN (Does not apply to 9300C).
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Extended length of lead wire: 1.3m AUDIBLE MAINTENANCE INDICATOR For all Cardiac Science AEDs 9300 series: When the daily, weekly, or monthly self-test determines maintenance is required, an audible beep is sounded every 30 seconds until the lid is opened, or the battery power is depleted.
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CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AFTER A RESCUE ATTEMPT After transferring the patient to Advanced Life Support personnel, prepare the AED for the next rescue: Retrieve the rescue data stored in the internal memory of the AED. Connect a new pair of pads to the AED.
CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE SYMBOL DESCRIPTIONS The following symbols may appear in this instruction manual, on the AED, or on its optional components. Some of the symbols represent standards and compliances associated with the AED and its use.
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CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Indicates AED requires maintenance by authorized service personnel. When the SHOCK indicator is lit, push this button to deliver a defibrillation shock. When the CONTINUE indicator is lit, push this button to clear the internal memory to allow storage of new rescue data in the AED.
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CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Dispose of properly in accordance with all state, province, and country regulations. Do not incinerate or expose to open flame. Explosion Hazard: Do not use in the presence of a flammable gas, including concentrated oxygen.
AED MODEL 9300 The AED has been designed and manufactured to conform to the highest standards of safety and performance including electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). The Cardiac Science AED Models 9300 and pads conform to the applicable requirements of the following:...
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CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE CE Marked by BSI 0086 per the Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC of European Union. Classified by ETL Semko with respect to electric shock, fire and mechanical hazards only in accordance with UL 60601-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.601.1-M90, EN60601-1 and EN60601-2-4.
CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE HOW TO PERFORM A RESCUE Step 1: ASSESS The patient is unresponsive. CALL EMERGENCY MEDICAL The patient is not breathing. SERVICES CALL EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES When the patient is under 8 years of age or weighs less than 55lbs (25kg), the AED should be used with the Pediatric Attenuated Defibrillation Pads.
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CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE • Remove clothing from the patient’s chest. • Ensure the skin site is clean and dry. • Dry the patient’s chest and shave excessive hair if necessary. STEP 3: PLACE PADS • Tear open pad package and remove pads.
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CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE STEP 4: ANALYZE AND SHOCK DELIVERY For the Powerheart AED G3 9300E and FirstSave AED G3 9300C and 9300D: (Model 9300C does not have text prompts) (The voice/text prompts will guide you through.) •...
At the end of the CPR period, the voice prompts will direct you to repeat steps 4 and 5 if required. SAFETY TERMS AND DEFINITIONS BEFORE OPERATING THE CARDIAC SCIENCE AED G3 Become familiar with the various safety alerts in this section.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE SAFETY ALERT DESCRIPTIONS The following is a list of Cardiac Science AED safety alerts that appear in this section and throughout this resource guide. You must read, understand, and heed these safety alerts before attempting to operate the AED.
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CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE CAUTION: Temperature Extremes Exposing the AED to extreme environmental conditions outside of its operating parameters may compromise the ability of the AED to function properly. The RescueReady® daily self-test verifies the impact of extreme environmental conditions on the AED.
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CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE CAUTION: Possible Interference with Implanted Pacemaker Therapy should not be delayed for patients with implanted pacemakers and a defibrillation attempt should be made if the patient is unconscious and not breathing. The AED has pacemaker detection and rejection, however, with some pacemakers the AED may not advise a defibrillation shock.
CARDIAC SCIENCE AEDs INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE STAR BIPHASIC WAVEFORM The waveform generated by the AED is a Biphasic Truncated Exponential waveform that is compliant with ANSI/AAMI DF2 and DF39. The following is a graph of the waveform voltage as a function of time when the AED is connected to a 50-Ohm resistive load.
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