Physio-Control LIFEPAK 1000 - Manual (Page 40)

Caring for the LIFEPAK 1000
5-2 LIFEPAK 1000 Defibrillator Operating Instructions
MAINTENANCE AND TESTING SCHEDULE
Use the following schedule in conjunction with the internal quality assurance program of the
hospital, clinic, or emergency medical service where the defibrillator is used.
On a regular basis, you should do the following:
• Check the readiness display to determine the level of battery charge and that the OK
symbol is visible.
• Check the Use By date on the therapy electrode packet.
• Check other emergency supplies that may be stored with the defibrillator.
The defibrillator needs attention if any of the following conditions occur:
• The OK symbol is not visible.
• The level of battery charge is low.
• The electrode Use By date has passed.
Replace the battery or electrode packet as indicated. If the OK symbol does not appear, call
your authorized service personnel.
When establishing your local inspection schedule, consider how often the defibrillator will be
used and how familiar the operators are with using a defibrillator. For example, if the defibrillator
is used rarely, weekly inspections are appropriate. An inspection checklist is provided in
Appendix E .
SELF-TEST PERFORMANCE
Whenever the LIFEPAK 1000 defibrillator is turned on after it has been off for at least
60 seconds, it takes approximately 5 seconds to complete a self-test and to indicate a low or
replace battery condition.
Self-Tests
Each time you turn it on, the defibrillator performs internal self-tests to check that internal
electrical components and circuits work properly. The defibrillator stores the results of all user
power on self-tests in a test log. When the defibrillator is on and a problem requires immediate
service, such as a malfunctioning charging circuit, the defibrillator prompts
CALL SERVICE .
Attempt to use the defibrillator if needed for an emergency; otherwise, remove the defibrillator
from active use and contact authorized service personnel to correct the problem as soon as
possible. The service symbol will remain visible until the problem is corrected.
Table 5-1 Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Operation After Use As Required Weekly
Complete Operator’s Checklist (see Appendix E ). X
Inspect defibrillator. X X
Clean defibrillator. X X
Check that all necessary supplies and
accessories, such as electrodes, are present. X X