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samaritan ® PAD USERS MANUAL TM
samaritan®PAD
USERS MANUAL
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ABOUT THIS EDITIONThe information in this manual applies to the HeartSine Technologies samaritan® PAD automatic external
defibrillator. Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitmenton behalf of HeartSine Technologies.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on behalf ofHeartSine Technologies. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means,
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Available PAD Configuration
Introduction
Your Samaritan PAD
Warnings
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Sudden Cardiac Arrest 5Heart Rhythm 5Detecting FibrillationIntended Users 5Training 5
6Unpacking Your PAD 6PAD Features 6Please Note 6
7Installation 7Where to Store Your PAD 7Self Test 8Replace the Pad-Pak 8Maintenance 8Status Indicator 9Soft Carry Case 9Cleaning 9
10Pre Defibrillation Action 10CPR Fundamentals 10CPR Guidelines 11
12Step-by-Step Introduction 12 - 15After Using the PAD 16Troubleshooting 16
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CPR Guideline Comparsion 4
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Performing Defibrillation
reparing for Use
GlossaryAbbreviationsProduct List
TABLE OF CONTENT
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HeartSine Technologies provides you with a fully configureable samaritan PAD system to allow you to comply with your chosen SCA treatmentprotocol. Our current devices can be configured to be compliant with the or version of the AHA/ERC guidelines on Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC).You should have been trained in the appropriate version of the AHA/ERC guidelines and the use of your device configuration.
Contact your authorised HeartSine distributor for further information.
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CPR GUIDELINES 2005 VERSUS 2000
Main changes in defibrillation therapy from 2000 to 2005:
In December 2005 both the American Heart Association (AHA) and the European Resuscitation Council (ERC) in collaboration with the International LiaisonCommittee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) released new guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC). These2005 guidelines superseded the previous guidelines released in 2000 and contained several changes to the recommended procedures for both CPR andautomatic external defibrillation. While the AHA/ERC 2005 guidelines are based on the latest research and represent what is believed to be best practice byboth theAHAand ERC both organisations state that the 2000 guidelines continue to offer safe therapy for patients suffering from Sudden CardiacArrest (SCA).
Treat ventricular fibrillation/pulseless ventricular tachycardia (VF/VT) with a , followed by ( 30compressions). Do After 2 min of CPR , check the rhythm and give another shock (if indicated).The recommended initial energy for biphasic defibrillators is . Give second and subsequent shocks at 150J or greater. The 2000 guidelinesrecommended up to shocks followed by (15 compressions to 1 ventilation). Further details can be found on theAHAand ERC websites.
The samaritan PAD manufactured in 2006 can be factory set to perform to theAHA/ERC 2005 or theAHA/ERC 2000 guidelines as required by users.
single shock immediate resumption of CPR 2 ventilations andnot reassess the rhythm or feel for a pulse. (= 5 cycles of 30:2)
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INTRODUCTION
The HeartSine samaritan® PAD is an automatic external defibrillator(AED) used for the fast delivery of defibrillation electric shock therapyto resuscitate victims of udden ardiac rrest (SCA).
Sudden cardiac arrest is a condition in which the heart suddenlystops pumping effectively due to a malfunction of the heart's elec-trical system. Often victims of SCA have no prior warning signs orsymptoms. SCA can also occur in people with previously diagnosedheart conditions. Survival for an SCA victim depends on immediatecardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The use of an external def-ibrillator within the first few minutes of collapse can greatly improvethe patients' chances of survival. Heart attack and SCA are not thesame, though sometimes a heart attack can lead to a SCA. If you areexperiencing symptoms of a heart attack (pain, pressure, shortnessof breath, squeezing feeling in chest or elsewhere in the body) seekemergency medical attention immediately.
The normal electrical rhythm by which the heart muscle contracts tocreate blood flow around the body is known as Normal Sinus Rhythm(NSR). Ventricular Fibrillation (VF) caused by chaotic electrical sig-nals in the heart is often the cause of SCA, but an electrical shockcan be administered to re-establish normal sinus rhythm. This treat-ment is called defibrillation. The samaritan PAD is a device design-ed to automatically detect ventricular fibrillation (VF) and performdefibrillation on victims of sudden cardiac arrest.
The electrical rhythm by which the heart muscle contracts can bedetected and used for medical diagnosis and the resulting reading iscalled an Electrocardiogram (ECG). The PAD has been designed toanalyse a patients ECG in order to detect ventricular fibrillation (VF)in the heart. If ventricular fibrillation (VF) is detected the samaritanPAD will deliver a carefully engineered electrical shock designed tostop the chaotic electrical activity experienced within the heartmuscle during SCA. This may allow the victim's heart to return to anormal sinus rhythm.
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SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST (SCA)
HEART RHYTHM
DETECTING FIBRILLATION
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INTENDED USERSThe samaritan® PAD is intended for use by those who have beentrained in its operation. It is highly recommended that any potential
user receives training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR),emergency cardiovascular care (ECC) and/or the use of an AED(specifically the use of the samaritan® PAD). Many training organi-zations offer a course that combines CPR and defibrillator (CPR-D)use. Course lengths and detail covered vary but most basic coursescan be completed in one day. For information on how to get trainingcontact your local authorised distributor or HeartSine Technologiesdirectly.
TRAINING
There is limited published data on defibrillatorsused by minimally trained rescuers in the home.It is not clear what safety issues may occur fromdefibrillator use in such an environment.
SCA is a condition requiring immediate emergency medical interven-tion. This intervention, due to the nature of the condition, can be per-formed prior to seeking the advice of a physician. In order to properlydiagnose this condition HeartSine recommends that all potentialusers of the samaritan® PAD as a minimum, are fully trained incardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), basic life support (BLS) and inparticular the use of an utomated xternal efibrillator, specificallythe PAD. It is also recommended that this training be kept up to dateby means of regular refresher courses as and when recommendedby your training provider. If potential users of the PAD are not trainedin these techniques contact your HeartSine dealer or HeartSinedirectly either of whom can arrange for training to be provided.Alternatively contact your local government health department forinformation on certified training organisations in your region.
Included with this packaging are training materials to help familiarizepeople trained in the use of AEDs with the operation of the PAD.
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YOUR SAMARITAN® PAD
UN-PACKING YOUR SAMARITAN®PAD
Open the outer box, remove thePAD and all accessories.
Fill out the Warranty/Registration card and sendto HeartSine Technologies.
Read this User Manual.
Review the product training materials (USA).
Ensure all potential users are suitably trained.
Place the HeartSine samaritan PAD into service.®
PLEASE NOTE
HeartSine Technologies or the authorised distributor are notobliged to carry out service/repairs under warranty if:
1. Unauthorized modifications have been made to the device.
2. Non-standard components are used.
3. The user has not used the device in accordance with theindications for use or the instructions provided in this manual.
4. The serial number of the apparatus is removed, defaced,misused or altered.
5. The device, electrodes or batteries are stored or usedoperationally outside of environmental specifications.
6. Pad-Pak™ packaging is not returned.
Any claims made under warranty must befrom whom the device was originally purchased. The
dealer, before carrying out service under warranty, requiresevidence of purchase.
directed via yourdealer
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Configura-tion Label
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SAMARITAN® PAD FEATURES
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PREPARING YOUR SAMARITAN® PAD FOR USE
INSTALL 1
INSTALL 2
INSTALL 3
Remove Pad-Pak™ from its packaging.
Push Pad-Pak into the opening andlisten for the “click” sound to ensure itis properly inserted.
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Place the samaritan PAD into its SoftCarry Case. For alternative transport casesask HeartSine or your distributor.
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CHECK DEVICE is working optimally.
PUSH the Button. Ensure you canhear the voice prompts:
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CALL for medical assistance
Remove clothing from patientschest to expose bare skin
Switch by pressing the ButtonOFF
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Put into a wall case or safe visible location.
PAD-PAK™ INSTALLATIONThe Pad-Pak™ includes the battery and defibrillation electrodepads in product. This allows for a single expiration date, foreasy consumable management.
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Place the PAD and the Pad-Pak ona flat surface.
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Once the Pad-Pak™ is installed properlythe PAD STATUS INDICATOR will begin toblink every 5 seconds.
Wall cases differ in some countries. Ask HeartSine oryour authorised distributor.
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WHERE TO STORE YOUR PAD
The PAD should be kept in a convenient central area. Placeit near a telephone so that the rescuer can call EmergencyMedical Services and retrieve the PAD without wasting time.Some important points to remember when storing:
Store the PAD in a suitable location for easyaccess.
Do not lock the location where PAD is beingplaced.
Do store the PAD in a clean and dry environment.
Make all necessary arrangements to ensure that the deviceis accessible at all times. Inform any possible users of thelocation of the samaritan® PAD.
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PREPARING YOUR PAD FOR USE
SELF TEST
WHEN TO REPLACE THE PAD-PAK™
The samaritan® PAD includes an automatic self test which isperformed on a weekly basis. The self test program will runautomatically and requires user interaction.
Upon completion of self test the PAD will emit a . Theself test program will test your PAD and ascertain if its basicfunctions are running. Self test is not able to determine if thebattery and defibrillation pads currently inserted in samaritanPAD are within their use by date.
You must remember to check the expira-tion date on the Pad-Pak regularly.
The battery lifetime in use can be up to hours monitoring orshocks or a combination of both. A Pad-Pak™ in the stand
by mode (inserted into the PAD) has a shelf-life indicated by theexpiration date (typically 3 years from manufacture). Replacement of the battery and defibrillation pack must be carried out if:
the expiry date of the Pad-Pak hasbeen exceeded
If the Pad-Pak has been used ( is asingle use item) it must be replaced with anew Pad-Pak cartdrige.
If the status indicator on the PAD is not flashing you may needto replace the Pad-Pak .
For diagnosis of the reason for status indicator is not flashingplease refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual.
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MAINTENANCE
HeartSine recommends users perform regular maintenancechecks. A suggested maintenance check would be.
. If the Status Indicator is notflashing a problem has been detected. Refer to thetroubleshooting section of this manual.
of the currentlyinserted into the PAD. If the Pad-Pak™ hasexceeded its use by date, remove it from thePAD and replace with a new Pad-Pak™.Contact your local authorised HeartSinedistributor for replacements.
for damage orexpiration. Replace any accessories found to bedamaged or that have exceeded their expiration date.
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Check the Status Indicator
Check the expiration date Pad-Pak™
Check supplies, accessories and spares
HOW TO REPLACE A PAD-PAK™
1. Take the replacement Pad-Pak™ from its protectivebag.
2. Remove the old Pad-Pak which is to be replaced.
3. Slide the replacement Pad-Pak™ into the slot onthe underside of the samaritan® PAD until it clicks.
4. Push the Pad-Pak™ firmly to ensure it is fullyinserted.
5. . If the Pad-Pak™ has beeninserted correctly, Status Indicator flashesapproximately every seconds.
6. If necessary inform relevant safety officer or personresponsible for maintenance of the PAD.
7. Update the relevant records to show the date that thereplacement Pad-Pak was placed into service.
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STATUS INDICATOR
The samaritan PAD includes a status indicator. This is anindicator which will flash approximately once every five seconds.When it is flashing it is an indication that the PAD is ready for use.
If this indicator is not flashing then there is a problem with yoursamaritan® PAD. If this is the case please refer to the trouble-shooting section for further guidance and fault finding advice.
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SAMARITAN® PAD SOFT CARRY CASE
The samaritan® PAD and samaritan® PAD soft carry case havebeen designed to allow the rescuer to use the samaritan® PADwithout having to open the carry case.
CLEANING YOUR PAD
Do not immerse any part of the PADin water or any type of fluid. Contactwith fluids may seriously amage thedevice or cause fire or shock hazard
Do not clean the samaritan® PADwith abrasive materials, cleaners orsolvents.
To clean the samaritan® PAD wipe the device with a soft cloththat has been dampened by one of the following:
Soapy water.
Isopropyl alcohol (70% solution).
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Pull GREEN Tabto remove electrodes.
Clear window forquick start card.
This is an indicator which will flash ~ onceevery five seconds. When it is flashing it isan indication that the PAD is ready for use.
A clear plastic cover protects the samaritan® PAD whileallowing the rescuer to operate the unit. If your PAD is stored inthe soft carry case it is not necessary to remove it from the caseto operate it.
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of the samaritan® PAD for cracksor other signs of damage. Contact your authorisedHeartSine distributor if any damage is found.
Check that trained responders are aware of the PADslocation and that it is easily accessible for thoseResponders at all times.
Ensure all trained responders have up to date trainingfor both CPR and AED use. For recommendedretraining intervals please consult the organisationor body used to provide the Training.
Check the exterior
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HOW TO USE THE PAD
The HeartSine samaritan PAD is designed for the treatment ofsudden cardiac arrest (SCA). It should only be used to treatsomeone who may be a victim of a SCA and is:
If the person is unresponsive but that they havesuffered from a SCA . When appropriate apply thedefibrillator and follow the audible instructions.
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unresponsive to stimulus,
not breathing,
exhibiting no signs of life.
you are unsurebegin CPR
The PAD will administer a shock ifit is needed. A voice prompt will tell youwhen to press the shock button toadminister defibrillation therapy.
The samaritan® PAD should not beused on someone ho is responsivewhen shaken or breathing normally.
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CPR FUNDAMENTALS
The following is a brief overview of the fundamentals of CPR for layrescuers as advised by both the American Heart Association (AHA)and the European Resuscitation Council (ERC) in their 2005published Guidelines for CPR and ECC. This is intended only as aquick reference for trained CPR providers. HeartSine recommendthat all potential users of the samaritan PAD are trained, by acompetent training organisation in both CPR and PAD use, prior toplacing of a samaritan PAD into service.
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Ensure no rescuer or bystander are in contact withthe patient while the PAD is assessing the patientsheart rhythm or while defibrillation shock is beingapplied.
PRE DEFIBRILLATION ACTIONPrior to using a PAD it is advised to perform the following checksand actions in order to prepare the patient:
Remove clothing to expose bare chest.
If excessively hairy shave hair from areas to whichdefibrillation pads are to be applied.
Ensure that the patient chest is dry. If necessary drychest area.
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CPR GUIDELINES 2005
DELIVER SHOCK
OPEN THE AIRWAY ...CHECK FOR BREATHING!
PERFORM CPR...
Engage other people to help youand alternate CPR!
2 breaths, if necessary
PERSON NOT RESPONSIVE?NO SIGNS OF LIFE?
Adress person & shake on shoulder!
... until an AED is availableOR arrival of emergency physician
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CONTINUE CPR FOR2 MINUTES/ 5 CYCLESAlternate with second person after one cycle or 2 minutes
CALL 911/112 get AED
Watch, feel, listen
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PERFORMING DEFIBRILLATION
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
Call for medical assistance!
Lay the PAD on a flat surface.
Press ON/OFF Button and openthe GREEN Tab of the soft carrycase
CALL for medical assistance
Remove clothing from patientschest to expose bare skin
The samaritan PAD is activated and youhear the audio prompts:
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Peel the electrodes from theliner ...
... and apply them to the bare chestas illustrated on the electrodes.
Pull green tab to remove Pad
Grip the SECOND GREEN Tab of Pad-Pak and PULL.™
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Peel pads from liner
Apply pads to patient’s barechest as shown in picture
Press pads firmly to patient’sbare skin
Remove clothing to expose the patient's chest. If the patienthas an excessively hairy chest, shave the area where theelectrodes are about to be applied.
To safeguard against interference youmust operate the PAD at least 2 m(6 feet) away from all RF devices andother susceptible equipment. Alter-natively switch off equipmentaffected by or causing the electro-magnetic interference.
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STEP 6
When the electrode pads are attached correctly to the patientyou will hear the audio prompt:
The do not touch indicator (below) onthe PAD will be illuminated.
Follow audio guidance. Do not touch patient or allowany others to touch the patient while the PAD isanalyzing. After completion of analysis the PAD willadvise you of treatment recommended. Care must betaken to keep the patient still. A moving patient canlead to incorrect, delayed or less effective diagnosisand therapy.
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Assessing heart rhythm
Do not touch the patient.
Stand clear of patient.
Press the electrodes firmly to thepatient’s bare chest to ensure proper contact is made.
Placement of the pads is critical. Strictobservance of pad positioning instruc-tions, as indicated on the labelling andin training, is essential. Failure in padadhesion may hinder effectiveness oftherapy or cause excessive skin burnsto the patient if a therapeutic shock isapplied.
Touching the patient during theanalysis phase of treatment can causeinterference with the diagnosticprocess. Avoid contact with the patientwhile analysis is being carried out. Thedevice will instruct you when it is safeto touch the patient.
Place the electrodes on the patients chest as indicated below.Sternum and Apex electrode pads are clearly identified on therespective electrodes.
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PERFORMING DEFIBRILLATION
STEP 7
STEP 8
AHA/ERC 2000 configuration
Shock advised
Stand clear of patient
Press Shock button now
It’s safe to touch thepatient
If needed begin CPR
Check for Circulation
Check for Breathing
Check for Airway
If the patient requires a therapeutic shock the PAD will start tocharge. In such a scenario you will hear the following prompts.
The samaritan® PAD delivers electricalshocks which can cause serious harmto operators and bystanders. Cautionmust be taken to ensure no-one is incontact with the patient when a shockis delivered.
When the PAD has charged to the required level you will hear theaudio prompt:
Ensure no-one is touching the patient.When you are certain that no-one istouching the patient press the shock buttonto deliver the therapy.
The shock button will be flashing.
The samaritan® PAD will administer ashock if it is needed
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If needed begin CPR!
STEP 9Follow the voice prompts until theemergency services arrive.
The PAD will continue in a escalatingenergy shock protocol with a one minute CPRinterval.
The energy and CPR configuration of yourdevice can be seen by reading the labelsituated on the front membrane: e.g.
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NOTE USER AND BYSTANDER SAFETYDo not touch the patient while the PAD is analysing or defibril-lation therapy is in process. Defibrillation energy can causeinjury.
As long as the defibrillator is used according to the directions,and no one is in contact with the patient when the Shock button ispressed, there is no risk of harm to the rescuer or bystanders.The samaritan® PAD cannot deliver a shock unless theelectrodes are applied to someone whose heart is in need of ashock.
for more details.See Warnings and Precautions
NOTE PERFORMING CPRWhen performing CPR watch and listen to the PAD. The “OK totouch indicator” will flash. The PAD may emit beeps perminute as a guide to CPR when configured to do so.
is the recommended rate to perform compressions underAHA/ERC 2005 guidelines.
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Your HeartSine dealer will have trained you in theparticular SCA treatment protocol you havechosen. In all cases follow the audio and visualprompts given by your PAD.
AHA/ERC 2005 configuration
It’s safe to touch thepatient
Begin CPR
Begin CPR immediately!
Stop CPR
The PAD will remain in CPR mode for minutes. After 2minutes of CPR you will hear the following audible prompt
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The PAD will then return to Step 6. Ensure no-one is in contactwith the patient and proceed as before.
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AFTER USING THE PAD
After using your samaritan® PAD HeartSine Technologiesrecommend you perform the following actions:
Use Saver™ software to download informationabout the therapy performed and storeappropriately.
. Remove the used Pad-Pak™ from yoursamaritan® PAD and dispose of in a suitablemanner.
Check the exterior of the samaritan® PAD forcracks or other signs of damage. Contact yourdistributor or HeartSine Technologiesimmediately if any damage is found.
Check the exterior of the samaritan® PAD fordirt or contamination. If needed clean devicewith approved cleaning products.
Check supplies, accessories and spares fordamage or expiration. Replace immediately ifany damage or expiration is found. Contactyour local HeartSine approved dealer.
Install a new Pad-Pak™. Before installing thenew PadPak™ check that its expiration datehas not been exceeded.
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(If you do not have Saversoftware please contact your dealer who canarrange for the incident to be downloaded).
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Check expiry date of your Pad-Pak . Change the Pad-Pakif expiry date has been exceeded.
If the status indicator is still not flashingor
a warning message is heard when samaritan Padis turned onor
If for any reason, you have suspicions that yourPAD is not contact your authorisedHeartSine dealer or HeartSine directly for support( ).
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After installation of the new Pad-Pak™. Checkthe Status Indicator. If the Status Indicator is notflashing refer to the troubleshooting section ofthis manual. If the problem persists, contactHeartSine or your local approved dealer fortechnical support.
Turn on the PAD and verify that the PADoperates in the correct manner i.e. audibleprompt “Call for medical assistance” can beheard. Turn off the PAD.
Contacting HeartSine after use. At HeartSinewe like to hear from our customers wheneverthey have any occasion to use any of our pro-ducts, even if therapy is not delivered as partof the incident. This information is vital to thecontinued development and constant improve-ment we strive for in the treatment of suddencardiac arrest.
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WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
The samaritan® PAD must be used by a person trainedin its use.
The samaritan® PAD has the capability to delivertherapeutic electrical shocks. The electrical shock cancause serious harm to either operators or bystanders.Caution must be taken to ensure that neither theoperators nor bystanders touch the patient when ashock is to be delivered.
To safeguard against interference you must operatethe samaritan PAD 2 meters (6 feet) away from all RFdevices and other susceptible equipment.Alternatively switch off equipment affected by orcausing Electromagnetic Interference.
The samaritan® PAD has been designed to work onunconscious, non-responding patients. If the patient isresponsive or conscious do not use the samaritan®PAD to provide treatment.
Touching the patient during the analysis phase oftreatment can cause interference with the diagnosticprocess. Avoid contact with the patient while analysisis being carried out. The device will instruct you whenit is safe to touch the patient.
It has been determined that the samaritan® PAD issafe to use in conjunction with oxygen mask deliverysystems. However, due to the danger of explosion it isstrongly advised that the samaritan® PAD should notbe used in the vicinity of explosive gases. Thisincludes flammable anaesthetics or concentratedoxygen.
The samaritan PAD must only be used on patientsover 8 years old.
Proper placement of the samaritan® PAD pads iscritical. Strict observance of pad positioninginstructions, as indicated on the labelling and intraining, is essential. Care must be taken to ensurepads are adhered to the patients' skin properly. Airpockets between the adhesive pad and skin must beeliminated. Failure in pad adhesion may hindereffectiveness of therapy or cause excessive skinburns to the patient if a therapeutic shock is applied.Reddening of the skin may appear after use, this isnormal.
Periodic checks of this device must be undertaken toensure among other things that the samaritan® PADis not damaged in any way.
The Pad-Pak™ is a single use item and must bereplaced after each use or if pouch that sealsdefibrillation pads has been broken/compromised inany way. If damage is suspected the Pad-Pak™ mustbe replaced immediately.
INCIDENT NOTIFICATIONAs a user of an automated external defibrillator it is essential thatyou inform HeartSine of any incident where your PAD is sus-pected to have caused a death, serious injury or illness. If youhave any suspicions that this is the case inform HeartSine directlyor through your authorised HeartSine dealer.
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GLOSSARY
Pad-Pak™
Biphasic Shock
Defibrillation Pads
Electromagnetic Interference
Impedance Measurement
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Saver™
SCOPE™
The Pad-Pak™ is a tray that fits into the samaritan® PAD. Thispack contains the defibrillation electrodes and the battery thatsupplies power to the samaritan® PAD. Pull the green tab toaccess the defibrillation pads.
A biphasic shock is an electrical current that is passed throughthe heart, firstly in one direction and then in another.
Defibrillation pads are the electrodes that are connected to thepatient's chest in order to administer therapy.
Electromagnetic interference is radio interference that maycause erroneous operation of electronic equipment.
Impedance measurement is a check that is performed tocheck the integrity of PAD patient contact.
The PAD is a semi-automatic device used for the delivery ofexternal defibrillation therapy to resuscitate victims of SCA,who are unresponsive, are not breathing, or without life signs.
Saver™ is software that can be used in conjunction with thePAD and a USB cable. It can retrieve and view informationabout therapy delivered using the samaritan® PAD. Also,Saver™ software can be used to configure the PAD.
SCOPE™ stands for Self-Compensating Output Pulse EnvelopeWaveform. This is the biphasic technology developed byHeartSine that is incorporated into the samaritan® PAD.
Sinus Rhythm
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Sinus Rhythm is the normal electrical rhythm by which the heartmuscle contracts and expands to create blood flow around thebody.
s a life-threatening heart rhythm that is treatable with the therapyusing the samaritan® PAD.
A copy of the detailed samaritan® PAD user manual is availableonline at or can be requested on CD (USA).
If you have had any occasion to use your samaritan® PAD or ifyou require any further information on the samaritan PAD, itsaccessories or any other products please contact us.
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ABBREVIATIONS
CPR
CPR-D
SCA
VF
BLS
ACLS
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation-Defibrillation
Sudden cardiac arrest
Ventriculary Fibrillation
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
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PAD DEVICESAHA/ERC 2000AHA/ERC 2005
DISPOSABLES
DATA MANAGEMENT & ACCESSORIES
TRANSPORT & CASES
TRAINING SYSTEMS & LITERATURE
PAD-BAS-00 PAD Basic Life-Saver System, GuidelinesPAD-BAS-05 PAD Basic Life-Saver System, GuidelinesPAD-DAT-00 PAD , AHA/ERC 2000 GuidelinesPAD-DAT-05 PAD , AHA/ERC 2005 GuidelinesPAD-FIR-00 PAD AHA/ERC 2000 GuidelinesPAD-FIR-05 PAD AHA/ERC 2005 GuidelinesPAD-TRN-00 PAD with Trainer Kit, AHA/ERC 2000 GuidelinesPAD-TRN-05 PAD with Trainer Kit, AHA/ERC 2005 Guidelines
PAD-PAK-01 Pad-Pak™ ADULT CartridgePAD-PAK-02 Pad-Pak™ PAEDIATRIC Cartridge
PAD-ACC-01 USB Cable with SAVER Software CD ROM & LicensePAD-ACC-02 USB Data Download CablePAD-ACC-03 SAVER Software (SAVER Software CD ROM & License)PAD-ACC-04 Triangular Wall Sign (AED Wall Sign. Includes Triangular Wall Mount)PAD-ACC-09 PAD Prep KitPAD-ACC-16 Resuscitation Bag with O Connection and Adult Mask
PAD-BAG-01 Soft Carrying CasePAD-BAG-02 Hard Carrying Case (Pelican Yellow Hard Case with Foam Insert)PAD-BAG-03 First Responder Rucksack (PAD CODRA Rucksack, Red, Light Version)PAD-BAG-04 Professional Rescuer Rucksack (PAD CODRA EMC)PAD-CAB-01 Rescue Cabinet with Alarm - BasicPAD-CAB-02 Wall Bracket - samaritan® PADPAD-CAB-03 Vehicle Mount (USA/UK)
TRN-BAS-00 PAD Training System, AHA/ERC 2000 GuidelinesTRN-BAS-05 PAD Training System, AHA/ERC 2005 GuidelinesTNR-PAK-01 Replacement Trainer-PakTNR-PAK-02 Replacement Battery ChargerTNR-PAK-03 Trainer Pads (set of 10)TNR-ACC-01 AHA Instructor Guidelines 2005 (x25)TNR-ACC-04 AHA Provider Guidelines 2005 (x25)
with Data Management Packagewith Data Management PackageFirst Responder,First Responder,
(middle of 2006)
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PAD User Manual
Worldwide Headquarters:
HeartSine Technologies Inc105 Terry Drive
NewtownPA 18940 - USA
Tel: 1.215.860.8100Fax: 1.215.860.8192
Manufactured by:
HeartSine Technologies LtdCanberra House
203 Airport Road WestBelfast BT3 9ED - Northern Ireland
Tel: +44 (0)28 9093 9400Fax: +44 (0)28 9093 9401
Authorised Distributor
www.heartsine.com
