ZOLL AutoPulse Rev A - Manual (Page 32)

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Power System User Guide
Wipe the Battery completely dry with a clean dry cloth. Ensure the Battery is completely dry prior to
placement in the AutoPulse Platform or the Multi-Chemistry Battery Charger.
Inspect the Battery per Section 6.2.2.
6.2.2 AutoPulse Battery Inspection
The Battery should be physically and visually inspected on a regular basis to ensure it is in a state of
operational readiness.
Caution: Do not use a Battery that has cracks in the Battery case exposing internal components. Do not
strike or throw a Battery. Do not use a Battery to strike another object. Mishandling of a
Battery may lead to physical damage and present a fire or shock hazard.
Figure 6-1 Examples of a damaged Battery connector and housing
Note: If the Battery is damaged, do not attempt to place the Battery into the AutoPulse- this can cause
damage to the internal connector of the AutoPulse.
If damaged, do not use. In the U.S., contact ZOLL Technical Service at 1-800-348-9011. Outside the
U.S., contact your local ZOLL representative.
6.2.3 Storing AutoPulse Batteries
You should always have a fully charged AutoPulse Battery installed in the AutoPulse Platform ready for
use. Leave any additional AutoPulse Batteries in the AutoPulse Multi-Chemistry Battery Charger. This
will ensure that they are fully charged when needed.
Caution: Always charge AutoPulse Batteries at temperatures between 41ºF (5ºC) and 95ºF (35ºC).
Charging AutoPulse Batteries at temperatures below 41ºF (5ºC) or above 95ºF (35ºC) will
prevent the AutoPulse Battery from reaching its full capacity (operational time) and may lead
to irreversible Battery damage.
If you cannot leave your charged AutoPulse Batteries in the AutoPulse Multi-Chemistry Battery
Charger, store them in a cool dry place. Place stored batteries into the charger prior to use to ensure they
are fully charged and ready for use.
Connector Damage
NiMH Battery
Li-Ion Battery
Housing Damage