Philips HEARTSTART XLT M3500B - Manual (Page 116)

Operational Checks
11-2 Maintaining the HeartStart XLT
Operational Checks
The following operational checks are intended to quickly verify the proper
operation of the HeartStart XLT. Perform these checks regularly, at the inter-
vals specified, along with visual inspection of the device and all cables, con-
trols, accessories and supplies. Also regularly check expiration dates of all
supplies, such as multifunction defib electrode pads and monitoring
electrodes.
Before You Begin
Before you run the Shift/System Check, be aware of the following conditions:
z Do not touch any of the controls on the HeartStart XLT while the
Shift/System Check is running.
z If a
)DLOXUH or 6HUYLFH 8QLW message is displayed, or if an unexpected 1RW
7HVWHGresult is displayed, check that the test is set up correctly. Make
sure that:
‰ the paper is in the printer
‰ the test load is attached
‰ a Data Card with enough space is inserted into the HeartStart
XLT
‰ a charged battery is inserted into the HeartStart XLT
Run the Shift/System Check again, ensuring that no one touches any
of the controls on the defibrillator unless prompted to do so.
z If the Data Card is full, the message
6HUYLFH 8QLW appears at the bottom
of the screen and the message
'DWD &DUG )XOO appears at the top of the
screen. Replace the Data Card and perform the Shift/System Check
again. If the message
6HUYLFH 8QLW continues to appear, do not use the
device and call for service.