Defibtech RMU-2000 Manual page 14

WARNINGS (continued)
• Do not initiate automated chest compressions if the Piston is not in the proper position. An
incorrect start position may compromise the patient's blood circulation.
• Incorrect position over chest can result in injury or lack of effectiveness.
• Incorrect Piston start height can result in injury or lack of effectiveness.
• Carefully monitor the position of the Piston on the patient's chest to ensure that it has
not moved from the appropriate target area. Pause compressions and readjust position if
needed.
• Changed position over the chest during operation can result in injury or lack of effectiveness.
• Do not leave the RMU-2000 ACC running while unattended. Patient injury may result if the
unit is left unattended.
• Continuously monitor the patient's vital signs and overall physiology while the RMU-2000
ACC is delivering chest compressions.
• The RMU-2000 ACC can become hot during extended use. The applied part of the piston
may rise 5°C above ambient.
• If the position of the Piston changes as a result of defibrillation or other therapies,
immediately stop compressions and re-adjust the position of the RMU-2000 ACC.
• Mechanical chest compressions may cause artifact and interfere with ECG analysis. It
may be necessary to pause compressions before performing ECG analysis with other
equipment.
• When the Battery Pack indicator shows one red segment, this is a high-priority alarm.
Replace the Battery Pack as soon as possible with a sufficiently-charged Battery Pack or
apply external power.
• If a spare Battery Pack or external power source are not available and the RMU-2000 ACC
stops compressions, remove the unit from the patient and begin manual compressions
immediately.
• If there is a malfunction, the compressions are not sufficient, or something unusual occurs
during operation (e.g. Suction Cup disconnects from Piston during compressions), then
push the Power ON/OFF Button for one second to stop the RMU-2000 ACC from delivering
compressions and remove the unit from the patient. Start manual chest compressions as
soon as possible.
• If there is a malfunction and the unit will not turn OFF, remove the Battery Pack to stop
compressions. Remove the unit from the patient. Start manual chest compressions as
soon as possible.
• The Patient Wrist Straps are designed only for use with Defibtech Automated Chest
Compression Systems. Do not apply to other items such as a stretcher or bedside rails.
• Do not use the Patient Wrist Straps if damaged, soiled, or if Velcro does not bond
sufficiently to securely fasten the patient's wrists to the RMU-2000 ACC.
• Do not over-tighten the Patient Wrist Straps to prevent potential injury. If the Patient Wrist
Straps are too loose, they may not securely fasten the patient's arms to the RMU-2000
ACC appropriately.
• Do not use the Patient Wrist Straps to lift the patient. The straps are intended to attach the
patient's arms to the RMU-2000 ACC during transport.
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