ZOLL AED Plus Rev V - Manual (Page 29)

ZOLL AED PLUS Administrator’s Guide 19
For AED Plus units running software version 5.32 or higher, replace batteries every 5 years or if unit
prompts. For earlier software versions, replace batteries every 3 years. A dated AED Plus battery
replacement reminder label can be placed next to the On/Off button (available from ZOLL Customer
Service).
These batteries:
• Should be used well before their labeled expiration date.
• Should be checked periodically for the expiration date.
Batteries produced by all recommended manufacturers have a 10 year from date of manufacture shelf
life when not installed in an AED Plus unit.
The following examples demonstrate how to read date codes on Duracell, Sanyo and Varta batteries.
Duracell:
The first digit indicates the year of manufacture (Example: 7=1997, 6=1996 etc.).
The second character is a letter from A-L that indicates the month of manufacture (Example:
A=January, B=February and so on to L for December.)
Sanyo:
The first letter indicates the year of manufacture (Example: A=1996, B=1997, etc.).
The second letter indicates the month of manufacture (Example: A=January, B=February, etc.).
Varta:
The BRAUNSCHWEIG - Code (always two letters) is printed on the side of the can in axial direction
to cell height.
The first letter indicates the month of manufacture (Example: B=January, R=February, A=March,
etc.).
The second letter indicates the year of manufacture (Example: B=2001, R=2002, A=2003, etc.).
To install the batteries:
1. Ensure that the AED Plus is turned off. Open the battery compartment by removing the battery
cover from the back of the unit.
CAUTION! Use Duracell, Sanyo or Varta batteries only. Do not use Panasonic or Rayovac
batteries. Use of Panasonic or Rayovac batteries may result in significantly longer
defibrillator charging times than those required during emergency situations.