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Safety Information
LIFEPAK 20e Defibrillator/Monitor Operating Instructions 1-3
©2006-2015 Physio-Control, Inc.
Possible electrical interference.
Using cables, electrodes, or accessories not specified for use with this device may result in
increased emissions or decreased resistance to electromagnetic interference which could affect
the performance of this device or of equipment in close proximity. Use only parts and
accessories specified in these operating instructions.
Possible electrical interference.
This defibrillator may cause electromagnetic interference (EMI) especially during charge and
energy transfers. EMI may affect the performance of equipment operating in close proximity.
Verify the effects of defibrillator discharge on other equipment prior to using defibrillator in an
emergency situation, if possible.
Possible electrical interference.
This defibrillator should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment. If adjacent or
stacked use is necessary, the defibrillator should be observed to verify normal operation in the
configuration in which it will be used.
Possible defibrillator shutdown.
When operating on battery power, adhere to battery maintenance and replacement intervals
discussed in the Battery Performance and Life section to prevent possible defibrillator shutdown.
If the defibrillator shuts down without warning, or if a
LOW BATTERY: CONNECT TO AC
POWER message appears on the monitor screen, immediately connect the AC power cord to an
outlet.
Possible device failure.
Do not modify the defibrillator or CodeManagement Module.
Possible equipment damage.
Use only ECG cables that are specified for use with this device. Protection of the device against
defibrillator discharge is dependent on the use of ECG cables that are specified by
Physio-Control.
Possible improper defibrillator performance.
Changing factory default settings will change the behavior of the device. Changes to the default
settings must only be made by authorized personnel.
Possible improper defibrillator performance.
Using other manufacturers’ cables, electrodes, or batteries may cause the device to perform
improperly and invalidates the safety agency certification. Use only the accessories specified in
these operating instructions.
Possible failure to detect an out of range condition.
Reselecting QUICK SET will reset the alarm limits around the patient’s current vital sign values.
This may be outside the safe range for the patient.
Safety risk and possible equipment damage.
MR unsafe: keep the defibrillator away from magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment.
Possible Patient Burns
A defect in the neutral electrode connection on HF surgical equipment could cause burns at the
lead or sensor site and damage to the monitor/defibrillator. Do not apply patient leads or sensors
when using high frequency (HF) electrosurgical equipment.
WARNINGS! (CONTINUED)