Physio-Control LIFEPAK 15 - Manual (Page 220)

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LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator Operating Instructions
Battery Maintenance
• Inspect batteries for damage or leakage. If battery is damaged or leaking, recycle the battery and
obtain a new battery.
• Remove the Charge Before Use label from new batteries before placing batteries in the charger
or in the LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator.
• The battery fuel gauge does not function until the battery is charged. For more information
about the fuel gauge, see "Batteries" on page 3-15.
• For more information about charging batteries, refer to either the Instructions for Use provided
with your battery charger, or Chapter 9 of this manual if using the power adapter.
Replacing Batteries
Physio-Control recommends that batteries be replaced approximately every two years. Properly
maintained batteries may last longer. A battery has reached the end of useful life if one or more of
the following circumstances occur:
• Physical damage occurs to the battery case, for example, cracks or a broken clip.
• The battery is leaking.
• The battery charger indicates FAULT .
• The battery fuel gauge indicates two or fewer LEDs (bars) after the battery completes a charge
cycle.
Dispose of used batteries promptly. Keep batteries away from children.
Recycling Batteries
To promote awareness of battery recycling, Physio-Control batteries are marked with one of these
symbols:
When a battery has reached the end of its useful life, recycle the battery as described below.
Battery Recycling in the USA
Recycle batteries by participating with Physio-Control in a national recycling program. Contact
your Physio-Control representative to obtain shipping instructions and shipping containers. Do
not return your batteries to the Physio-Control offices in Redmond, Washington, unless
instructed to do so.
Battery Recycling Outside the USA
Recycle batteries according to national and local regulations. Contact your local Physio-Control
representative for assistance.