Symbol Descriptions - GE Responder AED Operation And Service Manual

SYMBOL DESCRIPTIONS

The following symbols may appear in this manual, on the AED, or on its optional components. Some of the
symbols represent standards and compliances associated with the AED and its use.
Dangerous Voltage: The defibrillator output has high voltage and can present a shock hazard.
Please read and understand all safety alerts in this manual before attempting to operate the AED.
Attention!: Identifies important information in this manual, on the AED, or on its component parts
regarding the safe and proper use of the AED.
Defibrillator Proof Type BF Equipment: The AED, when connected to the patient's chest
by the electrodes, can withstand the effects of an externally applied defibrillation shock.
CE Mark: This equipment conforms to essential requirements of the Medical Device Directive
93/42/EEC.
IP24
The AED is protected against the effects of splashing water in accordance with IEC 60529.
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.
Conforms to UL Standard UL60601-1. Certified to CAN/CSA Standard C22.2 No. 601.1-M90.
International symbol for ON. Open the lid to turn on the AED.
Open the lid to turn ON the AED.
Indicates the AED battery status. The illuminated areas indicate the remaining battery
0% 100%
capacity.
Check electrodes. The electrodes are missing, not connected or have compromised functionality.
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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