Cardiac Science POWERHEART AED G3 9300A, Quick Reference Manual

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3-2 70-02006-01 A Powerheart® AED G3 9300A and 9300E
How to Perform a Rescue
Warnings and cautions
The following cautions must be observed to prevent problems during
the rescue.
DANGER! Fire and Explosion Hazard
To avoid possible fire or explosion hazard, do not operate the AED:
• In the presence of flammable gases
• In the presence of concentrated oxygen
• In a hyperbaric chamber
WARNING! Shock Hazard and Possible Equipment Damage
Defibrillation shock current flowing through unwanted pathways
is potentially a serious electrical shock hazard. To avoid this hazard
during defibrillation abide by all of the following:
• Do not touch the patient, unless performance of CPR is
indicated.
• Do not touch metal objects in contact with the patient.
• Keep defibrillation pads clear of other pads or metal parts
in contact with patient.
• Disconnect all non-defibrillator proof equipment from
the patient before defibrillation.
• Do not use in standing water or rain. Move patient
to a dry area.
WARNING! Electric Shock and Fire Hazard
Do not connect any telephones or unauthorized connectors to the
socket on this equipment.
WARNING! Do not reuse pads.
Used pads may not adhere properly to the patient. Improper pad
adhesion may result in skin burns. Improper pad adhesion may result
in improper AED performance. Used pads may cause patient-to-
patient contamination.
Caution: Use only Cardiac Science Approved Equipment
Using batteries, pads, cables, or optional equipment other than those
approved by Cardiac Science may cause the AED to function
improperly during a rescue.
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