Philips M5068A operating Manual

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Philips HeartStart Defibrillator

Philips HeartStart M5068A

The Philips HeartStart Defibrillator (M5068A) was designed to be safe (it will only deliver a shock if

it determines the patient requires one), reliable and very easy to use. It is light and small, about the

size of a hardback book. Designed for use in the office, factory, shops, community settings, gyms,

fitness centres, educational establishments, care homes, religious establishments, GP and dentists

surgeries , the HeartStart (M5068A) is also suitable for use in many other locations.

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The Philips HeartStart Defibrillator (M5068A) was designed to be safe (it will only deliver a shock if it determines the patient

The Philips HeartStart Defibrillator

requires one), reliable and very easy to use. It is light and small, about the size of a hardback book. Designed for use in the office,
factory, community settings, gyms, fitness centres, educational establishments, care homes, religious establishments, GP and den­tists surgeries , the HeartStart (M5068A) is also suitable for use in many other locations.

To use the defibrillator all you have to do is PULL the clearly marked handle on the front of the unit and then follow the clear spo­ken voice instructions which guide you through the entire resuscitation procedure, keeping pace with your actions and telling you

step by step what do.

The award-winning Philips HeartStart

(M5068A) Defibrillator is designed

with you in mind:

Easy to Use

Uses clear, natural voice instructions that talk you

through each step.

Senses and adapts to your actions.

Coaches you through CPR.

Training video included.

Safe

Based on industry-leading technology.

Uses a highly accurate algorithm to determine

whether the patient’s heart requires a shock.

Our standard M5068A Defibrillator

package is supplied with:

Designed to only deliver a shock if one is needed.

Philips HeartStart Defibrillator, UK Specification, CE marked

Reliable

Performs comprehensive daily self tests.

Ready to use when you need it.

Check its status at a glance.

5 year warranty.

Latest 2005 Resusciation Council AED and CPR protocols
4 year lithium battery (does not require recharging)
Adult SMART pads cartridge
Red slim-line protective carry case with surgical scissors
Self training program on DVD
Users guides and manuals
5 year PHILIPS warranty

If you purchase a DEFIBRILLATOR

make sure it’s made by PHILIPS

With more than 175,000 devices deployed, Philips is the
worldwide market leader in portable defibrillators on
airplanes, and in airports, workplaces, communities, and
homes. The Philips HeartStart Defibrillator is the first
defibrillator designed specifically for use by virtually
anyone in their own home or office to help save a life when
minutes count. This award-winning defibrillator has
consistently been recognized for its ease of use.

Philips Medical Systems has annual sales of US $6.5
billion, is represented in more than 100 countries, and
employs over 22,000 people. All products are backed by
Philips' worldwide network of research and development, and
sales and service organizations. Philips Medical Systems is
part of Royal Philips Electronics, one of the world's largest
electronics companies.

To order your defibrillator

or for more information

please contact:

Home Heart Care Ltd

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Web: www.homeheart.co.uk

Optional extras available include (at additional cost)

Optional training session at your office or other location of
your choice
Child / Infant SMART pads cartridge for children under 25Kg
PELICAN hard case for extreme environments
Training pads cartridge sets
Spare batteries
Spare SMART pads cartridges
Wall brackets, wall mounted cabinets
Other accessories

Cartridge handle: Pulling this handle activates HeartStart and begins voice instructions.

Ready light: Blinks to indicate that HeartStart is ready for use.
On/Off button: Pressing this button activates HeartStart and begins voice instructions.

SMART pads cartridge: Contains two adhesive pads to be placed on the

patients chest in an emergency.

Information button (i-button): Push the “i” button when it is flashing to hear additional

instructions or information, for example instructions on cardio pulmonary resuscitation.

Caution light: This light flashes during HeartStarts’ heart rhythm analysis and is on when

a shock is advised as a reminder that no one should touch the patient.

Shock button: Flashes when HeartStart determines that a shock is necessary. HeartStarts’

voice instructions will tell you when to press this button.

If someone collapses and is UNRESPONSIVE and NOT BREATHING PROPERLY you must first call the emergency

services (999). If possible delegate someone else to call the emergency services.

Get your Philips HeartStart Defibrillator and follow these steps:

1

Get the defibrillator, PULL the cartridge handle.

The defibrillator will start speaking to you and will first tell you to

remove all clothing from the patients chest.

3

The defibrillator will give voice instructions to place the pads on

the patient as clearly shown on the pictures printed on the pads.

The defibrillator will continue to monitor the patients heart and will give voice instructions telling you what actions to take next. If additional shocks

are required it will advise you to press the orange flashing SHOCK button. If cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is required it will provide voice

instructions on how to give effective CPR. The defibrillator should remain attached to the patient until the emergency services arrive.

2

The defibrillator will give voice instructions to peel off the

protective cover and remove the patient pads..

4

The defibrillator will instruct you not to touch the patient and will

spend a few seconds analysing the patients heart. If a shock is

required the SHOCK button will flash and the voice instructions

will tell you to push the flashing orange button.

THE USE OF A DEFIBRILLATOR DOES NOT GUARANTEE SURVIVAL OF THE PATIENT. IT MAY NOT BE

POSSIBLE TO RESUSCITATE THE PATIENT FOR A NUMBER OF REASONS.

Is the HeartStart suitable for our office , factory or other
commercial/community location?

The HeartStart is designed for use in offices and similar
commercial or community locations. It can be used indoors or
outside and meets EN60529 class IPX1 and IP2X environmental
standards . It is also designed to withstand a 1 metre drop to any
edge corner or surface. If you wish to have a defibrillator for use
in more extreme environmental conditions we recommend you
consider the Philips HeartStart FRx defibrillator . Please review
the technical data sheet for specific environmental specifications.

Is the Philips HeartStart Defibrillator safe?

The Philips HeartStart Defibrillator was designed with safety in
mind--safety of the victim, the user and others , including
children and others who might be curious about the device.
HeartStart is designed to ONLY deliver a shock if it determines
one is needed. It will NOT deliver a shock to a person who
doesn't need it. For the safety of the operator and patient, it is
important to follow the voice instructions and to make sure that
no one touches the patient when a shock is delivered.

Can I use the HeartStart Defibrillator on myself?

You cannot use the HeartStart on yourself if you suffer sudden
cardiac arrest. Victims of cardiac arrest are unconscious and not
breathing. The defibrillator must be operated by another person
present who is willing and able to attempt resuscitation.

Does the battery need recharging?

The long-life lithium battery does not need recharging. It
contains power cells of the same kind safely used in many other
consumer products, such as cameras. The battery
typically lasts approximately four years in "standby mode."
"Standby mode" means HeartStart is in its normal “ready to use”
condition. Every day, HeartStart runs self-tests to check its
battery, pads freshness and internal circuitry. If it ever detects a
problem, such as a low battery, it chirps like your smoke alarm to
alert you.

How many times can I use the HeartStart Defibrillator?

If you use the HeartStart Defibrillator for a resuscitation
attempt you will have to replace the Adult SMART pads
cartridge with a new cartridge after the resuscitation
attempt is completed. One SMART pads cartridge can be used to
deliver multiple shocks (if required) to a single
patient however once the pads are removed when the
resuscitation attempt is completed a new SMART pads
cartridge must be installed before the defibrillator can be used
again. Adult SMART pads cartridges cost about £40 each.
The battery will NOT normally need to be replaced after a
single resuscitation attempt as it should be able to deliver in
excess of 100 shocks under normal conditions. Apart from
replacing SMART pads cartridges and batteries as required there

is no other limitation on the number of times the
defibrillator can be used (except wear and tear)

What are the legal issues surrounding the deployment or use
of defibrillators?

At present in the UK there are no statutory requirements for the
placement of defibrillators, training and retraining for potential
users of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). The
Resuscitation Council provides guidance on the legal status of
those who attempt resuscitation and their website
(http://www.resus.org.uk/) provides a wealth of information and
further links on this subject. Resuscitation council guidelines for
the deployment and use of AEDs can be found at:
http://www.resus.org.uk/pages/aed.pdf we advise all purchasers
of the Philips HeartStart Defibrillator to follow the UK
Resuscitation Council guidelines.

Do we need any training ?

The Philips HeartStart Defibrillator is very easy to use and can
be used by minimally trained or even untrained people in an
emergency situation. For the best chance of a successful
resuscitation we strongly advise that appropriate training be
obtained. The UK Resuscitation Council guidelines
recommend training be obtained. Please see:

http://www.resus.org.uk/pages/aed.pdf

The Philips HeartStart defibrillator can be supplied with an
optional TRAINING VOUCHER which can be used to
purchase a short introductory training course given in your
office or other location of your choice which covers the
operation and use of the defibrillator, basic cardio pulmonary
resuscitation (CPR) and other issues relating to the use of the
defibrillator.
Training can be provided by Direct First Aid Ltd
(www.directfirstaid.biz) our preferred training supplier. Training
can also be obtained from many other sources and will probably
be available from the company that provides your existing First
Aid At Work training.

Supplied with the defibrillator are self training materials such as
a video program on DVD, and manuals. If you wish you can use
the optional training voucher as part payment towards a Direct
First Aid Ltd. 1/2 day or 1 day comprehensive training course.
Customers who do not require training (for example those who
are already trained or who wish to obtain training elsewhere)
can purchase a unit with or without a training voucher. Please
see section 15 of terms and conditions of business.

What is included in the HeartStart Defibrillator Package?

The Defibrillator is supplied with one adult SMART pads
cartridge, a 4 year battery, a red slim-line carry case,
training program on DVD , users guide and manual. The
equipment is supplied with a Philips 5 year warranty and an
optional training voucher. Additional accessories and
consumables are available from Home Heart Care.

Does the equipment require any regular servicing?

The HeartStart Defibrillator does not require any regular
servicing or maintenance except for replacing the SMART pads
cartridge (every 2 to 3 years) and the battery (every 4 years)
when required. The unit will “beep” and give voice notification
if the battery or SMART pads cartridge require replacement.

UK Resuscitation Council Guidelines for AEDs and CPR 2005

HeartStart Defibrillators are compliant with American Heart Association (AHA), European Resuscitation Council (ERC), and

International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) 2005 Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and

Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC).

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