Summary of Contents for Cardiac Science SURVIVALINK AED
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S U R V I V A L I N K AED automated external defibrillator O P E R A T I O N & S E R V I C E M A N U A L 9200/9210 9100/9110...
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Cardiac Science, Inc., 5420 Feltl Road, Minneapolis, neglect, fire, flood, war or acts of God. Cardiac Science does not warrant Minnesota 55343. your Cardiac Science product to be compatible with any particular other medical device.
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Survivalink AED Operation and Service Manual CAUTION Survivalink AED is intended for use by or on the order of a Physician or persons licensed by State law. IMPORTANT Read this Operation and Service Manual carefully. It contains information about your safety and the safety of others. Become familiar with the controls and their proper use before operating the product.
Section 1: Safety Safety Alert Definitions Before Operating the Survivalink AED: Before operating the Survivalink AED, become familiar with the various safety alerts in this section. Safety alerts identify potential hazards using symbols and words to explain what could potentially harm you, the patient or the Survivalink AED.
Section 1: Safety Safety Alert Descriptions The following is a list of Survivalink AED safety alerts that appear in this section and throughout this manual. You must read, understand, and heed these safety alerts before attempting to operate the Survivalink AED.
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Survivalink may cause the Survivalink AED to function improperly during a rescue. CAUTION: Serial Communications Cable The Survivalink AED will not perform a rescue when a serial communication cable is connected to its serial connector. The voice prompt will say, “remove cable to continue rescue.”...
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Exposing the Survivalink AED with the battery installed to extremes, outside the following operation and standby conditions, will cause the self-tests to be disabled and could cause the Survivalink AED to function improperly. Storing the Survivalink AED outside the stated temperature conditions for 5 consecutive days will result in a “Service required”...
Survivalink AED. Attention!: Identifies important information in this manual, on the Survivalink AED, or on its component parts regarding the safe and proper use of the Survivalink AED. Defibrillator Proof Type BF Equipment: The Survivalink AED, when connected to the patient’s chest by the electrodes, can withstand the...
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International symbol for OFF. Close the lid to turn OFF the Survivalink AED. Open the lid to turn ON the Survivalink AED. Indicates the Survivalink AED battery status. The shaded areas indicate the remaining battery capacity. Check the electrodes. The electrodes are either missing or out of specification.
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Section 1: Safety RED with a BLACK X means the Survivalink AED requires operator attention or maintenance, and is not RescueReady. For purposes of retaining simple, clear instructions, this symbol will be referred to as RED in the remainder of this manual.
Introduction Section 2 Overview This section presents information about the Survivalink AED, its use, and the training requirements for operation. Topic Page Survivalink AED Survivalink AED Parts and Features Survivalink AED Operators and Indications for Use Survivalink AED Operator Training Requirements 300282-002 Rev.
“Rescue” button to deliver a series of up to three (3) defibrillation shocks followed by performing one minute of CPR. The Survivalink AED will prompt for one (1) minute of CPR, per AHA Guidelines. Note: The “European CPR Protocol” can be enabled using Cardiac Science’s MDLink software.
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The three (3) defibrillation shocks are delivered in a pre-programmed sequence of escalating monophasic, or biphasic energies. The Survivalink AED Models 9100/9110 first defibrillation shock is set at 200J. The second defibrillation shock is programmable for either 200J or 300J. The third defibrillation shock and all subsequent shocks are set at the maximum energy which is 360J.
Survivalink AED is ready to perform a rescue. Rescue Data Management You can store rescue data in the internal memory of the Survivalink AED, or externally on an optional Rescue Data Card with the Survivalink AED Models 9110 or 9210.
The text screen also provides instruction during service mode. Internal Clock Survivalink AED’s internal clock is used to record the time of all significant rescue events. The internal clock is set using the RescueLink software program. The internal clock will automatically adjust itself for daylight savings time, leap years, etc.
• Following the safety alerts and operating procedures in this manual • Following maintenance schedules and operating procedures for the Survivalink AED and its accessories • Obtaining training in the use of the Survivalink AED and its accessories What are the Indications for Use?
Section 2: Introduction Survivalink AED Operator Training Requirements Persons authorized to operate the Survivalink AED must have all of the following minimum training and experience: • CPR certification • Defibrillation training and other training as required by state, province, or country regulations •...
However, to be sure that your order is correct, verify the contents of the box against your packing slip. If you have any question about your order, contact Cardiac Science Customer Service Department at: (800) 991-5465 or (952) 939-4181, or your local Cardiac Science distributor.
Section 3: Setup Survivalink AED The following drawings show the Survivalink AED parts and their locations. A = Lid B = Latch (push in & up to open) C = Status indicator D = Data access door E = Battery compartment...
Standby Mode - is when the battery is installed, but the lid is closed. This is the normal mode for the Survivalink AED to be in between rescues. In this mode, the device will conduct its routine self-tests to determine that it is operating correctly.
C = DATA D = GND (-) The unique Cardiac Science IntelliSense battery technology means that you will never be surprised during a rescue because of a depleted or dead battery. Our IntelliSense batteries contain an integrated memory chip that automatically stores important usage information, enabling the battery to maintain a complete history of its operation life.
Section 3: Setup Battery Life The expected life of a Cardiac Science battery is defined as the number of years the battery can be expected to last when installed in the Survivalink AED. The following table represents the expected life of the Survivalink AED when used in Standby Mode.
1. With the label on the battery facing the Survivalink AED battery compartment, insert the battery as shown in the drawing. 2. Push the latched end of the battery firmly into the Survivalink AED, as shown in the drawing, until the battery snaps into place—you will hear a loud click.
To Install the Electrodes 1. Remove one of the expiration-date stickers from the surface of the electrode package and apply it to the outside of the Survivalink AED. The expiration date of the electrodes will then be readable without opening the lid of the Survivalink AED.
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Section 3: Setup 3. Match the color code of the connectors (red to red), then slide the electrode connector along the recess in the Survivalink AED case as shown in the drawing, until the electrode connector fully mates to the connector of the Survivalink AED.
Refer to the Maintenance & Troubleshooting section when maintenance is required. Diagnostic Panel The diagnostic panel is under the lid of the Survivalink AED and contains various indicators and a button: A = SmartGauge Battery Status Indicator...
However, the Survivalink AED should still be capable of delivering approximately 9 more defibrillation shocks. When the Survivalink AED battery cannot deliver any more shocks, it continuously repeats the “Battery low” prompt. To continue the rescue, leave the lid “Open” and replace the battery. You have 60 seconds to install the battery.
Rescue Indicator Indicator LEDs The word “Rescue” and the rescue button indicator LEDs will illuminate RED when the Survivalink AED is ready to deliver a defibrillation shock to the patient. Resume Indicator The word “Resume” will illuminate YELLOW and the resume button...
Voice Prompt and Text Display Descriptions The voice prompts are announced when you open the Survivalink AED lid and at appropriate times during a rescue. On Survivalink AED Models equipped with the text display the text displayed mimics most of the audible voice prompts.
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Check electrodes CHECK ELECTRODES During the rescue, if the electrodes become detached from the patient or the Survivalink AED, so the Surviv- alink AED cannot detect the cardiac rhythm. The rescue will continue after you correct the electrode placement problem.
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Survivalink AED. Remove cable to REMOVE CABLE When a serial communication cable is continue rescue connected to the Survivalink AED dur- ing a rescue, the phrase repeats until the cable is disconnected. Communications COMMUNICATIONS When the lid is open with a serial com-...
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MDLink software program. Service required SERVICE REQUIRED Occurs when the self-tests determine that the Survivalink AED is not func- tioning properly. The RED “Service” indicator will illu- minate and “Service required” will repeat until you close the lid. After closing the lid, a “warble beep”...
OFF to the radiotelephone and other like equipment near the incident. CAUTION: Possible Improper AED Performance The Survivalink AED will not function during a rescue when the serial communication cable is connected to its serial port. When the serial communication cable is connected to the Survivalink AED during a rescue, the prompt will say “Remove cable to continue rescue”...
Not breathing Has no pulse 2. Turn the Survivalink AED ON by pushing the lid’s release button “In” and “Up” to open the lid. The LEDs on the diagnostic panel will sequence “On” and “Off” until the self-test is completed at which time the voice prompt will say, “Place Electrodes.”...
“Rescue” indicator is flashing, and the Survivalink AED is sounding a continuous charged tone. Ensure the patient is not being moved while the Survivalink AED is analyzing because this may cause incorrect rhythm analysis. Survivalink AED Analyzes Rhythm As soon as the Survivalink AED detects proper electrode placement, the voice prompt will say, “Do not touch patient.
“Charging” and the Survivalink AED prepares to deliver a defibrillation shock. b. If the Survivalink AED does not detect a shockable rhythm, the voice prompt will say, “Check pulse. If no pulse, give CPR.” Note: If the Asystole prompt has been enabled using MDLink and the Survivalink AED detects Asystole, you will hear the “Asystole”...
See the MDLink Manual. Repeat Analyze/Charge/Defibrillation Shock Sequence After CPR, the voice prompt will say, “Do not touch patient. Analyzing rhythm.” The Survivalink AED will again, analyze the patient’s cardiac rhythm; upon detecting a shockable rhythm, the three-shock sequence will repeat.
1. With the electrodes still attached to the patient, disconnect the electrodes from the Survivalink AED. 2. Close the lid of the Survivalink AED. 3. Allow the ALS personnel to transport the patient to the hospital or proceed as recommended by the Medical Director.
Survivalink AED out of use. The Rescue Data Card stores ECG and other event data. Using MDLink and a Rescue Data Card, the Survivalink AED can record ECG event data along with the ambient sound at the rescue site. The Rescue Data Card has 8 megabytes (MB) of storage memory.
Inserting a Rescue Data Card Into the Survivalink Insert a blank Rescue Data Card into Survivalink AED’s card slot before beginning a rescue. Do this as part of the initial Survivalink AED setup procedure and after each rescue. To insert the Rescue Data Card: 1.
• Inserting the Rescue Data Card into a compact flash card reader on a personal computer, or • Inserting the Rescue Data Card into the Survivalink AED card slot, connecting the Survivalink AED to a PC using the serial communication cable and retrieving the data using RescueLink.
Section 6Maintenance & Troubleshooting Overview This section presents information about the Survivalink AED diagnostics self-tests, maintenance, and service indications. Topic Page Self-Tests Maintenance Repair Service and Service Indications Indicator Troubleshooting Table Rescue Questions and Answers Diagnostics Questions and Answers Battery Questions and Answers 300282-002 Rev.
When the Survivalink AED is in use, during any scheduled self-test time period, that self-test sequence is postponed 24 hours. If you open the Survivalink AED lid while the Daily self-tests are in progress, the tests stop and the Survivalink AED begins a normal rescue sequence.
Section 6: Maintenance & Troubleshooting improperly. Storing the Survivalink AED outside these conditions for 5 consecutive days will result in a “service required” alert. • Temperature 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) • Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing) • Pressure 57kPa (+15,000 ft.) to 170kPa (-15,000 ft.)
Section 6: Maintenance & Troubleshooting Maintenance Daily Perform the following test, daily, to confirm that the Survivalink AED RescueReady diagnostics are functioning properly. • Check the “Status” indicator to ensure that it is GREEN. When the indicator is GREEN the Survivalink AED is ready for a rescue.
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6. Close the lid. Verifying the Integrity of the Case Examine the molded case of the Survivalink AED for any visible signs of stress. If the case shows signs of stress, contact Technical Support at one of the following telephone numbers:...
Authorized Repair Service The Survivalink AED has no user-serviceable internal components. Try to resolve any maintenance issues with the Survivalink AED by using the Troubleshooting Table presented in this chapter. If you are unable to resolve the problem, contact Cardiac Science Technical Support for...
Section 6: Maintenance & Troubleshooting Indicator Troubleshooting Table The following is a troubleshooting table for the Survivalink AED indicators. Symptom Solution RED “Service” indicator (LED) Maintenance by authorized service is lit. personnel is required. Call Cardiac Science Technical Support at (888)
• After the Survivalink AED detects a non-shockable cardiac rhythm during cardiac rhythm analysis, or • When the Survivalink AED detects a shockable cardiac rhythm, but the “Rescue’ button is not pushed for approximately 2 1/2 minutes from the placement of electrodes on the patient...
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Survivalink AED is still capable of delivering approximately 9 more defibrillation shocks. When the Survivalink AED is not capable of delivering any more shocks, it contin- uously repeats the “Battery low” prompt. To continue the rescue attempt, leave the lid open and replace the battery.
Diagnostics: Questions and Answers My Survivalink AED is sounding an audible alert. Why? How do I stop it? The audible alert indicates that the self-test detected a need for maintenance or cor- rective action. Determine the maintenance required by using the Troubleshooting Table in this chapter.
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1. Inserting a blank Rescue Data Card and transferring the rescue data from the internal memory of the Survivalink AED to the Rescue data card and erasing the stored rescue data (do this if the message does not occur during a rescue attempt) 2.
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Diagnostics Questions and Answers (continued Questions and Answers The Survivalink AED did not sound an audible alert when I removed the electrodes and closed the lid. Why? Missing electrodes or a low battery will only trigger the audible maintenance indi- cator after the Daily self-test.
Is there a volume adjustment for the voice prompt? No. The volume level is preset at the factory. What can I do to keep the Survivalink AED warm when a rescue is in an isolated area and at subzero temperatures?
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A fully charged battery typically takes 11 seconds to charge a fully discharged Survivalink AED to its maximum energy. The Survivalink AED typically takes 11 seconds to charge to its maximum energy after 15 maximum energy charges. A battery, with reduced capacity that causes the “Replace” indicator to initially turn ON, typically takes 13 seconds to charge a fully discharged Survivalink AED to maximum energy.
Section 7: Technical Data Safety and Performance Standards Survivalink AED Models 9100/9110 & 9200/9210 The Survivalink AED has been designed and manufactured to conform to the highest standards of safety and performance including electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). The Survivalink AED Models...
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Rhythm Recognition Detection System The Survivalink AED Rhythm Recognition Detection system analyzes the patient’s ECG and advises you when the Survivalink AED detects a shockable or non-shockable rhythm. This system makes it possible for a person, with no training in the...
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Section 7: Technical Data advise you that the Survivalink AED recommends a defibrillation shock. When a defibrillation shock is advised, you determine if or when to deliver the shock. Cardiac Rhythms Used to Test the Rhythm Recognition Detection System for Survivalink AED Models 9100/9110...
Survivalink’s Monophasic waveform. The efficacy rates of the stacked shock sequence of Survivalink’s Biphasic waveform are equivalent to the Survivalink AED Monophasic waveform stacked shock sequence. • Monophasic stacked shock sequence: 200J, 300J, 360J is equivalent to the...
Parts & Software Section 8 Overview This section presents standard and optional parts and software for the Survivalink AED. To place an order, call Cardiac Science customer service at (800) 991-5465 or (952) 939-4181. Fax: (952) 939-4191. Topic Page Standard Parts and Software Optional Parts and Software 300282-002 Rev.
RescueLink Software Program This software allows you to transfer, view, and store rescue data recorded by the Survivalink AED. You can transfer the data from the Survivalink AED to your personal computer where you can print out the data. You can also set the Survivalink AED’s internal clock using this software.
The Rescue Data Card stores ECG and other event data. Using the MDLink Options Software and a Rescue Data Card, you can program the Survivalink AED to record ECG event data along with the ambient sound at the rescue site. The Rescue Data Card has eight megabytes (MB) of storage memory and is capable of recording up to ten hours of ECG and event data, or up to 40 minutes with voice recording.
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