ZOLL R Series Monitor Defibrillator Rev K Operators Guide - Manual (Page 24)

C HAPTER 1 G ENERAL I NFORMATION
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Only appropriately trained, skilled personnel who are familiar with equipment operation should
perform emergency defibrillation. The prescribing physician should determine what training,
such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, is
appropriate.
Only skilled personnel trained in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and who are familiar
with equipment operation should perform synchronized cardioversion. The precise cardiac
arrhythmia must be determined before attempting defibrillation.
These operating instructions describe the functions and proper operation of the R Series
products. They are not a substitute for a formal patient care training course. Operators should
obtain formal training from an appropriate authority before using this defibrillator for patient
care.
Proper operation of the unit and correct electrode placement is critical to obtaining optimal
results. Operators must be thoroughly familiar with proper device operation.
The use of external pacing/defibrillation electrodes or adapter devices from sources other than
ZOLL is not recommended. ZOLL makes no representations or warranties regarding the
performance or effectiveness of its products when used with pacing/defibrillation electrodes or
adapter devices from other sources. Defibrillator failures attributable to the use of pacing/
defibrillation electrodes or adapters not manufactured by ZOLL might void ZOLL’s warranty.
Do not disassemble the unit. A shock hazard exists. Refer all problems to authorized service
personnel.
Follow all recommended maintenance instructions. If a problem occurs, obtain service
immediately. Do not use the defibrillator until it has been inspected by appropriate personnel.
The R Series unit might not perform to specifications when stored at the upper or lower
extreme limits of storage temperature and then immediately put into use.
Avoid using the R Series adjacent to, or stacked on, other equipment. If unavoidable, verify that
the R Series operates normally in this configuration before clinical use.
The R Series should be installed and put into service according to the EMC information in
Appendix A of this manual.
Assess the Wi-Fi performance for the possibility of RFI in your environment of use.
If multiple devices are transmitting simultaneously to the same access point, Wi-Fi data transfer
will be slowed down. If the access point is too overloaded, data transmission failures can occur.
The use of accessories, transducers, and cables other than those specified in this manual and
related R Series option manual inserts may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity
of the R Series.
Do not use or place the unit in service if the Code Readiness indicator (at the upper right of the
front panel) displays a red “X”.
Carefully route patient cables to avoid tripping over them, or inadvertently pulling the unit onto
the patient.
Always inspect the unit for damage if it has been dropped.
ECG Analysis, Defibrillating, Pacing and CPR
Prior to attempting synchronized cardioversion, ensure the ECG signal quality is good and that
sync markers are displayed above each QRS complex.