3
Initial operation
3.1
Inserting the battery
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FRED PA-1
3 Initial operation
Danger of explosion
— The
FRED PA-1
®
must not be used in areas where there is any
danger of explosion. Areas may be susceptible to explosion if flammable substances
(gas), flammable anaesthetics, or products used to clean or disinfect the skin are used.
Moreover, the defibrillator must not be used in an environment that is favourable to com-
bustion. This is the case when ambient air contains more than 25% oxygen or nitrous ox-
ide (laughing gas). Oxygenation in the vicinity of the defibrillation pads must be strictly
avoided. Less than 25% oxygen in the ambient air is considered safe. Dangerously high
oxygen concentrations can only occur in oxygen masks or in enclosed areas, such as hy-
perbaric chambers.
3.1 Inserting the battery
Li/MnO2
Danger of explosion!
The battery must not be exposed to high temperatures or
disposed of with household waste.
Do not expose the battery to chemicals that could dissolve ABS, polypropylene,
polyvinyl chloride, nickel, mylar or steel.
Do not short-circuit, cut, destroy, burn or charge (Li/MnO2 battery) a battery.
Patient hazard! —
Incorrect battery capacity indication
A new battery is initialised at first insertion
Replace the battery if the device indicates a battery problem. A defective battery
must not be used.
Turn off the device before removing the battery.
Patient hazard —
Ensuring operational readiness!
Make sure that the device is always equipped with a sufficiently charged battery.
The expiration date of a new battery, stored in its original packaging at a temper-
ature of 25°C, is indicated on its packaging. It must not be used beyond this date.
The protective cap of the battery must remain on during the entire storage time.
The protective cap must only be removed when the battery is used.
Do not expose the
FRED PA-1
®
to direct sunlight or to extreme hot or cold. An
ambient temperature higher than 25°C has an adverse effect on the battery life.
• Each time the device is turned on, it verifies that the battery is functioning properly