Defibtech DDU-2450 Series Operating Guide - Manual (Page 3)

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For more detailed information, refer to the User Manual (on Defibtech User CD).
QUICK USE INSTRUCTIONS WHEN TO USE
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PRESS “ON”
BUTTON
APPLY PADS
FOLLOW AED
INSTRUCTIONS
IF INSTRUCTED,
PRESS “SHOCK”
BUTTON
WHEN TO USE THE AED (INDICATIONS)
The DDU-2000 Series Semi-Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) is indicated for
use on victims of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) who are:
• Unconscious and unresponsive
• Not breathing
For patients under 8 years old or less than 55 pounds (25kg), use child/infant
electrode pads. Do not delay therapy to determine exact age or weight.
OPERATOR TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
In order to safely and effectively operate the AED, a person shall have met the
following requirements:
• AED and/or defibrillation training as required by local, state, provincial, or
national regulations.
• Any additional training as required by the authorizing physician.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the material presented in this
User Manual.
Manual Mode (DDU-2400) is intended for use only by qualified medical personnel
trained in advanced life support skills and ECG recognition who want to deliver a
shock independent of AED Mode.
ECG Monitor Mode (DDU-2400 and DDU-2450 only) is intended to be used by
personnel trained in basic life and/or advanced life support, or other physician-
authorized emergency medical training. Users should be trained in ECG
recognition to allow for rhythm and heart rate monitoring using standard ECG
monitoring electrodes.
WHEN NOT TO USE THE AED
The AED should not be used if the patient shows any of the following signs:
• Conscious and/or responsive
• Breathing
• Has a detectable pulse