Physio-Control LIFEPAK 15 - Manual (Page 212)

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LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator Operating Instructions
General Maintenance and Testing
Note: It is important to understand defibrillator operation. For suggested procedures to help keep
personnel acquainted with normal defibrillator operation, see the function checks that are provided
in this chapter. The function checks used may vary according to your local protocols. To test the
defibrillator by performing the function checks, you need a simulator. To troubleshoot device
performance, see Table 10-2 on page 10-18.
Standard Paddles User Test
Perform the Standard Paddles User Test as a part of completing the daily Operator’s Checklist that
is provided in the back of this manual.
Function Checks
The following function checks are provided to help personnel keep acquainted with normal
operating procedures and to troubleshoot LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator performance.
Note: If your organization downloads device electronic patient records for post-event review,
consider entering “TEST” as the patient’s name to distinguish simulator function tests from actual
patient uses.
Patient ECG Cable Check
Equipment Needed:
• LIFEPAK 15 monitor/defibrillator
• Fully charged batteries or power adapter connected to a reliable power source
• Patient ECG cable (3-lead, 12-lead, or 5-wire)
• 3-lead or 12-lead simulator
To check the patient ECG cable:
1. Press ON .
2. Connect the ECG cable to the defibrillator.
3. Connect all cable leads to the simulator.
4. Turn on the simulator and select a rhythm.
5. Confirm that Lead II is selected.
6. After a few seconds, confirm that the screen displays a rhythm and that no LEADS OFF or
SERVICE message appears.
7. For 12-lead cable, press 12-LEAD and wait for printout. Confirm that a rhythm prints for each
lead.