Maintaining The Unit; Cleaning The Unit; Maintenance Checklist - ZOLL AED PLUS Administrator's Manual

Maintaining the Unit

• Inspect frequently, as necessary.
• Check for the green check showing that the unit is ready to use.
• Test periodically.
• Verify electrodes are within their expiration date.
• Verify the batteries are within their expiration date.
• Verify that electrodes are pre-connected to the input connector.
• Verify supplies are available for use (razor, mask, gloves, extra batteries.)

Cleaning the Unit

• After each use, clean and disinfect the unit with a soft, damp cloth using 90% isopropyl alcohol, or
soap and water, or chlorine bleach and water mixture (30 ml/liter water).
• Do not immerse any part of the unit in water.
• Do not use ketones (MEK, acetone, etc.) to clean the unit.
• Avoid using abrasives (e.g., paper towel) on the display window or IrDa port.
• Do not sterilize the device.

Maintenance Checklist

Use the following maintenance checklist when you periodically check your unit.
Table 4: Maintenance Checklist
Check the following
Is the unit clean, undamaged, free of excessive wear?
Are there any cracks or loose parts in the housing?
Verify electrodes are connected to the unit and sealed in their package.
Replace if expired.
Are all cables free of cracks, cuts and exposed or broken wires?
Periodically test the unit using a simulator. Do three discharges and
verify: energy delivery, ECG analysis results, indicators and display
illuminate, voice prompts are heard.
Turn the unit on and off and verify the green check indicates ready for
use.
Batteries within expiration date. Replace if expired.
Check for presence of supplies.
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