Physio-Control LIFEPAK CR Plus - Manual (Page 11)

LIFEPAK CR Plus and LIFEPAK EXPRESS Defibrillator Operating Instructions 1-5
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Introduction
General Warnings and Cautions
WARNINGS!
Shock hazard.
The defibrillator delivers up to 360 joules of electrical energy. Unless properly used as described in this
manual, this electrical energy may cause serious injury or death. Do not attempt to operate this
defibrillator unless thoroughly familiar with this manual and the function of all controls, indicators,
connectors, and accessories.
Do not insert a finger or any object other than the CHARGE-PAK battery charger into the well of the
defibrillator.
Shock or fire hazard.
Do not immerse any portion of this defibrillator in water or other fluids. Avoid spilling any fluids on the
defibrillator or its accessories. Do not clean with ketones or other flammable agents. Do not autoclave
or sterilize this defibrillator or the accessories unless otherwise specified.
Possible fire or explosion.
Do not store this defibrillator in the presence of flammable gases or in direct contact with flammable
material.
Do not use this defibrillator in the presence of flammable gases or anesthetics. Use care when
operating this defibrillator close to oxygen sources (such as bag-valve-mask device or ventilator tubing).
Turn off gas source or move source away from patient during defibrillation.
Possible device shutdown.
When the attention symbol first appears on the readiness display, only a small number of shocks
and monitoring time are available. Always keep a CHARGE-PAK ™ battery charger in the defibrillator.
Routinely check that the defibrillator is ready for use. Replace the CHARGE-PAK battery charger after
each use of the defibrillator.
Possible electrical interference with device performance.
Equipment operating in close proximity may emit strong electromagnetic or radio frequency interference
(RFI) which could affect the performance of this device. RFI may result in improper device operation,
distorted ECG, failure to detect a shockable rhythm, or cessation of pacing. Avoid operating the device
near cauterizers, diathermy equipment, cellular phones, or other portable and mobile RF
communications equipment. Maintain equipment separation of at least 1.2 m (4 ft) and do not rapidly
key EMS radios on and off. Contact a technical support representative if assistance is required.
Possible electrical interference.
Using cables, electrodes, or accessories not specified for use with this device may result in increased
emissions or decreased resistance to electromagnetic interference which could affect the performance
of this defibrillator or of equipment in close proximity. Use only parts and accessories specified in this
manual.
Possible electrical interference.
This device may cause electromagnetic interference (EMI) especially during charge and energy
transfers. EMI may affect the performance of equipment operating in close proximity. If possible, verify
the effects of defibrillator discharge on other equipment prior to using the defibrillator in an emergency
situation.