LIFEPAK 20/20e Defibrillator/Monitor
Battery Maintenance
Types of Batteries
AC power is the main power source for the device.
There is one backup battery located in the bottom case.
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The LIFEPAK 20 defibrillator/monitor uses a 10-cell, nickel metal hydride
(NiMH) battery.
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The LIFEPAK 20e defibrillator/monitor uses a 9-cell, lithium-ion (Li-ion)
battery.
WARNING!
The LIFEPAK 20e defibrillator/monitor battery will not be charged or may
be charged incorrectly if a battery other than a Physio-Control battery is
used.
This battery is not intended to be used as the primary power source. If the
primary power source is removed, due to power outage or other reason, the
backup battery will power the device for at least two hours.
The device also has a coin cell battery that delivers a continuous flow of power
to the internal clock and other accessories. This battery has a greater than five-
year life span. It is not rechargeable and should be replaced at the end of its life.
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