Physio-Control LIFEPAK 15 - Manual (Page 200)

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LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator Operating Instructions
Basic Orientation
Figure 9-1 AC Power Adapter
WARNINGS
LOSS OF POWER HAZARDS
POSSIBLE LOSS OF POWER DURING PATIENT CARE
Physio-Control has no information regarding the performance or effectiveness of its
LIFEPAK monitor/defibrillators if other manufacturers’ power adapters are used. Using
other manufacturers’ power adapters may cause the device to perform improperly and
invalidate the safety agency certifications. Use only power adapters that are labeled
with the LIFEPAK 15 device symbol shown here.
POSSIBLE LOSS OF POWER DURING PATIENT CARE
Do not use the LIFEPAK 12 power adapter with the LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator.
Use only power adapters that are labeled with the LIFEPAK 15 device symbol.
POSSIBLE LOSS OF POWER DURING PATIENT CARE
If the monitor/defibrillator will be used in emergency environments that require battery
power, the installed batteries must be kept fully charged. Keep the power adapter
plugged into an auxiliary power source whenever possible to maintain the charge level.
POSSIBLE LOSS OF POWER DURING PATIENT CARE
Do not connect more than one output extension cable between the power adapter and
the defibrillator. The resultant voltage drop may prevent the power adapter from
charging the batteries or operating the defibrillator. Always connect the power adapter
directly to the defibrillator or use only one extension cable.
SHOCK HAZARD
Using a power line cord other than the one supplied with the power adapter could
cause excess leakage currents. Use only the power line cord that is specified for use
with the power adapter.
POTENTIAL PERFORMANCE DEGRADATION
Physio-Control has no information regarding the performance or effectiveness of the
LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator when the power adapter is used with a power
inverter. It is the user’s responsibility to verify that the monitor/defibrillator performs
correctly when used with a power inverter.
POSSIBLE SKIN INJURY
The power adapter may become warm when used for an extended period of time.
Prolonged contact between exposed skin and a warm power adapter may cause skin
irritation or burns. If a warm power adapter is placed against a patient, the operator
should ensure that the patient’s skin is adequately protected.