Pacer (pacer version only) – ZOLL E Series Monitor Defibrillator Rev R User Manual
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E Series Operator’s Guide
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9650-1210-01 Rev. R
Pacer (Pacer version only)
Symptom
Recommended Action
Unit displays the CHECK PADS prompt.
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Ensure MFE Pads are connected to Multi-Function
cable.
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Ensure electrode gel is not dry. Replace MFE Pads if
necessary.
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Ensure good electrode-to-patient contact.
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Check integrity of Multi-Function cable by plugging into
test connector. CHECK PADS prompt should disappear.
No pacing marker (
) present on the ECG trace.
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Ensure unit is in PACER mode.
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Ensure PACER RATE (ppm) is set greater than patient
heart rate.
No ventricular capture beat after pacing marker is seen
on ECG display.
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Check patient’s pulse.
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Increase output current (mA).
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Ensure MFE Pads are making good contact with the
patient, or review MFE pad placement.
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Select different ECG lead configuration.
Patient receives intermittent pacing stimulus during
standby pacing.
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Ensure proper ECG electrode connection and
placement. If ECG lead wire comes off, pacer
automatically paces asynchronously.
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Check ECG cable for damage.
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Patient R-to-R interval varying. Pace rate close to
patient rate. Verify rate is set appropriately.
Heart rate display reads 0 with proper pacing capture
displayed on ECG trace.
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Check patient’s pulse.
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Select different ECG Lead configuration.
Bedside/Central Station/Telemetry ECG display
becomes erratic when pacing.
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Patient monitor ECG inputs overloaded by pacer
signals. ECG can only be monitored by the device while
pacing.