Physio-Control LIFEPAK CR Plus - Manual (Page 40)

5-2 LIFEPAK CR Plus and LIFEPAK EXPRESS Defibrillator Operating Instructions
Caring for Your Defibrillator
MAINTAINING A STATE OF READINESS
Your LIFEPAK CR Plus or LIFEPAK EXPRESS defibrillator does not require routine maintenance. It
performs an automatic self-test once a week and every time you turn it on. The electrode indicators
briefly flash during the test. If the automatic self-test detects a condition that requires attention, the
OK
symbol in the readiness display will fade and either the CHARGE-PAK symbol, the ATTENTION symbol, or
the WRENCH symbol will appear, depending on the type of condition detected.
On a regular basis, you should do the following:
• Check to make sure that the OK symbol is visible in the readiness display.
• Check the Use By date on the electrode packet (visible through the defibrillator lid in the upper right
corner) and all other electrode packets. If the date has passed, replace the electrode packet and the
battery charger. Refer to "Replacing the CHARGE-PAK Battery Charger and the QUIK-PAK
Electrode Packet" below for more information.
• Check other emergency supplies that may be stored with your defibrillator.
When establishing your local inspection schedule, consider how often your defibrillator will be used and
how familiar the operators are with using a defibrillator. For example, if the defibrillator is used only
rarely, monthly inspections may be appropriate. An inspection checklist is provided in Appendix C.
REPLACING THE CHARGE-PAK BATTERY CHARGER AND THE QUIK-PAK
ELECTRODE PACKET
The CHARGE-PAK battery charger is a replaceable, nonrechargeable battery cell that charges your
defibrillator’s internal battery. The internal battery provides the power for your defibrillator. To prevent
damage to the internal battery, always keep the battery charger in place, including during storage or
shipping.
The QUIK-PAK electrode packet contains the pads that transfer the defibrillation energy to the victim.
The packet should remain connected to the defibrillator and unopened until required for an SCA
emergency. QUIK-PAK electrode pads are not reusable.
When installed, these two accessories allow your defibrillator to stand by for use for approximately two
years. The electrode packet Use By date is programmed into the battery charger. When the date is
reached, the CHARGE-PAK symbol appears in the readiness display, indicating both the battery
charger and electrode packet need to be replaced.
The CHARGE-PAK battery charger and QUIK-PAK electrodes are a set and have the same expiration
date. Always replace the CHARGE-PAK battery charger and QUIK-PAK electrodes at the same time to
keep the replacement cycles in sync.
Use the Physio-Control replacement kit to replace the CHARGE-PAK battery charger and the
QUIK-PAK electrode packet as follows:
• After using the defibrillator
• If the CHARGE-PAK symbol appears in the readiness display
• When the Use By date is reached or passed
WARNING!
Possible device shutdown.
Always replace the CHARGE-PAK battery charger and QUIK-PAK electrodes at the same time.