Safety; Warnings - ZOLL SurePower Operator's Manual

Safety

The following sections provide important warnings and notices regarding the ZOLL SurePower
Charger Station.

Warnings

Accidental sliding or drop of the SurePower Charger Station or battery may cause physical
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injury. Operate the SurePower Charger Station on a stable surface and be careful when
carrying or moving the unit to avoid injury. Damaged batteries may expose users to a safety
hazard. Should the SurePower Charger Station or SurePower Battery Pack be dropped,
inspect and test the unit prior to further use following the procedures described in this
manual. Use caution when handling batteries with damaged cases.
Avoid prolonged exposure of the SurePower Charger Station or SurePower Battery Pack to
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direct sunlight to minimize charger and battery heating and the damage that may occur from
exposure to ultraviolet light.
The SurePower Charger Station and ZOLL rechargable defibrillator batteries have been
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tested against interference from radio frequency emissions typical of two-way radios used in
emergency service/public safety activities. Refer to Appendix A to determine recommended
operating distances from RF transmission equipment
Use only the AC cord supplied with the device. Failure to use the proper line cord could
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result in excess leakage currents, EMC problems, and reduced safety.
Do not disassemble the SurePower Charger Station. A shock hazard exists. Refer all
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problems to qualified personnel.
Do not place anything on top of or beneath the SurePower Charger Station, such as blankets
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or cloths. Doing so may block the vents on the unit, preventing proper dissipation of heat
during operation.
Do not use the SurePower Charger Station unit stacked with other equipment.
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Do not use a battery unless the charger's Ready LED is lit and the Fault LED is off. Failure
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to do so may result in the use of a fully depleted battery.
Use the SurePower Charger Station only in a well-ventilated area. Should a battery become
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overheated, the battery can vent gas that is harmful and potentially explosive.
An insulation or ground failure in the SurePower Charger Station can result in dangerous
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leakage currents. To avoid this, perform periodic inspection following the procedures
described in this manual.
Do not operate the SurePower Charger Station in the presence of flammable agents (such as
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gasoline), oxygen-rich atmospheres, or flammable anesthetics. Using the device in the
presence of flammable agents can cause an explosion.
Do not immerse or set the SurePower Charger Station or SurePower Battery Pack in liquid.
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Using the device near or within puddles of water may present a shock hazard to the operator,
patient, and nearby personnel.
A pinch hazard exists when installing a battery into a charging bay.
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If the display indicators on a SurePower Battery Pack are not consistent with the indicators
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on the SurePower Charger Station or ZOLL defibrillator, a fault condition may be present.
Remove the battery from service as soon as practical, and verify the correct operation of the
charger, defibrillator, and battery.
Do not use the SurePower Charger Station in environmental conditions that fall outside of
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those specified in Chapter 6, "Product Specifications -- SurePower Charger Station." Using
the SurePower Charger Station in environmental conditions that fall outside those described
in the product specifications can result in failure of the unit.
Do not use the SurePower Charger Station in the proximity of Electrosurgical Units (ESU).
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