GE Responder AED Service Manual page 10

CAUTION: Possible Improper AED Performance
Using pads that are damaged or expired may result in improper AED performance.
CAUTION: Serial Communication Cable
The 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 AED during a rescue, the prompt
"Remove Cable to Continue Rescue" will be heard until you remove the serial communication cable.
CAUTION: Possible Radio Frequency (RF) Susceptibility
RF susceptibility from cellular phones, CB radios and FM 2-way radio may cause incorrect rhythm
recognition and subsequent shock advisory. When attempting a rescue using the AED, do not operate
wireless radiotelephones within 1 meter of the AED – turn power OFF to the radiotelephone and other
like equipment near the incident.
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.
Placing Pads:
• Do not place the pads directly over an implanted device.
• Place the electrode pad at least one inch from any implanted device.
CAUTION: Moving the Patient During a Rescue
During a rescue attempt, excessive jostling or moving of the patient may cause AEDs to improperly
analyze the patient's cardiac rhythm. Stop all motion or vibration before attempting a rescue.
CAUTION: Serial Communication Cable
The serial communication cable is only for use with the AED; it is not to be used with a telephone.
CAUTION: Systems Statement
Equipment connected to the analog and digital interfaces must be certified to the respective IEC
standards (i.e. IEC 60950 for data processing equipment and IEC 60601-1 for medical equipment).
Furthermore, all configurations shall comply with the system standard IEC 60601-1-1. Anybody who
connects additional equipment to the signal input part or signal output part configures a medical
system, and is therefore, responsible that the system complies with the requirements of the system
standard IEC 60601-1-1.
CAUTION: Case Cleaning Solutions
When disinfecting the case, use a non-oxidizing disinfectant, such as ammonium salts or a
glutaraldehyde based cleaning solution, to avoid damage to the metal connectors.
CAUTION: The AED is programmed with software that has been tested to work with versions of
ServiceLink and RescueLink that are included with the AED. When using older version of ServiceLink
and RescueLink are used to communicate with this AED, there may be features described in this
manual that are not available to be used. Also, when communicating with an older AED with the
version of ServiceLink and RescueLink included with this new AED there may be features described
in this manual that cannot be edited. The software in most cases will give an error message when
incompatibilities occur.
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Cummins, R., ed., Advanced Cardiac Life Support; AHA (1994): Ch. 4.
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