Thank you for making defibrillation readily available
to your workplace or community so that, when
a heart stops beating, lifesaving treatment is just
min u tes aw ay.
Please ensure the LIFEPAK CR2 Defibrillator is
‘Connected and Ready’ for use in an emergency
by following these simple instructions.
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Defibrillator Management
The Connected AED
Physio-Control oers web-based services that
can monitor your LIFEPAK CR2 defibrillator (AED)
and ensure it is ready for use. These services
are LIFELINKcentral AED Program Manager and
LIFENET® System.
LIFELINKcentral AED Program Manager is used by
customers to manage AEDs.
LIFENET System is used by health care organizations
that have additional emergency equipment.
Note: LIFELINKcentral AED Program Manager and
LIFENET System are not available in all countries.
If your LIFEPAK CR2 defibrillator has wireless
capability, it can connect to the internet and report
its status to LIFELINKcentral AED Program Manager
or LIFENET System. If the AED is not ready or fails
to check in, an email notification is sent to your
organization’s account administrator. Email notifications
are also sent if a battery or electrode expiration date
is approaching.
Note: The AED does not have to be connected to function.
You can verify the AED is ready for use by checking the
Readiness indicator as described in step 6 of this guide.
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How the AED Connects
The AED can connect to LIFELINKcentral AED Program
Manager or LIFENET System using a Wi-Fi®, cellular, or
USB connection to the internet.
LIFEPAK CR2 Defibrillator Connectivity
Note: The micro-USB port is to be used
by authorized users only. The micro-USB
port does not provide power and should
not be connected to other devices,
such as mobile phones or other USB
connected products.
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Unpack the LIFEPAK CR2
defibrillator (AED)
Confirm the Date of
Manufacture on the battery
Take contents out of the box and check
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them against the sales order.
If something is missing from the
shipping box, please call
Physio-Control Customer Support or
your local authorized distributor as
soon as possible. See the contact list
included in the box for region-specific
phone numbers.
The date of manufacture is printed on
the battery label in YYYY-MM-DD
format. The battery must be installed
within 1 year of this date. For detailed
information about battery service life,
see the LIFEPAK CR2 Defibrillator Operating Instructions.
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Determine if the AED has
®
Wi-Fi
All LIFEPAK CR2 defibrillators have USB
capability. To determine if the AED also
has wireless (Wi-Fi or Cellular) capability,
check the serial number label located in
the battery compartment on the back of
the AED.
or cellular capability.
1 If this additional pair of ID and IC numbers is present,
the AED has cellular capability.
2 If this number is present, the AED has Wi-Fi capability.
Check the option that corresponds to your AED.
USB only (no Wi-Fi or cellular capability)
Wi-Fi and USB
Wi-Fi, cellular, and USB
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Record the serial number.
Install battery and wait for
Find the AED’s serial number as shown
below and record it here.
SERIAL NUMBER:
self-test to complete.
Insert the battery into the battery
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compartment located on the back of
the AED. The device will automatically
begin a self-test. This may take up to
2 minutes. Wait until 3 audible tones
sound before proceeding to step 6.
Note: If the same battery has been
previously inserted, the 3 tones will
not sound.
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Verify that the Readiness
Check the speaker.
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indicator is flashing.
The green Readiness indicator will
flash every 6 seconds through a
small hole located on top of the lid. A
flashing Readiness indicator means
the AED is ready for use.
Readiness
indicator
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Open the lid and confirm that the voice
prompts are audible. Do not respond
to the voice prompts at this time. Close
the lid to turn o the device.
IMPORTANT!
DO NOT pull the red
handle at this time;
only pull in an
emergency.
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Refer to Wireless Setup
Guide, if applicable.*
If your AED has wireless capability,
please refer to the Wireless Setup
Guide included in the box to connect
the AED to your LIFELINKcentral
AED Program Manager or
LIFENET System account. Refer to
step 3 in this guide to determine if
your AED has wireless capability.
Note: LIFELINKcentral AED Program
Manager and LIFENET System are not
available in all countries.
*If your AED does not have wireless
capability, skip to step 9 in this guide.
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Store the AED and accessories.
Confirm the Readiness indicator is flashing,
and place your AED in the location where it
will be stored.
If your AED is equipped with a carrying
case, place spare electrode trays in the back
compartment. Attach the rescue kit to the
handle or carrying case strap, if applicable.
Store in a central and accessible location.
• Notify potential users of the location.
• Avoid exposure to moisture or dust.
• Do not store the AED in the presence of
flammable gases or in direct contact with
flammable material.
• Store at recommended storage
temperature: 15° to 35°C (59° to 95°F).
You r LIFEPAK CR2 Defibrillator
is now ready for use
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TrainingMaintenance
• Read the Operating Instructions.
The Operating Instructions provide complete
directions for use, indications, and potential adverse
events. Store the instructions in a convenient location
for reference.
• Watch the training videos.
You can find the training videos by visiting the
Physio-Control website: www.physio-control.com
• Attend formal CPR and AED training.
Physio-Control recommends that all identified users
attend formal CPR and AED training provided by a
recognized training center.
The LIFEPAK CR2 defibrillator conducts daily, weekly,
and monthly self-tests to ensure it is ready for use. If your
device needs attention and has a wireless connection to
your LIFELINKcentral or LIFENET System account, your
account administrator will receive an email notification.
If your device does not have a wireless connection,
you should check the status at least once a month
by confirming that the Readiness indicator still flashes
every 6 seconds. If the Readiness indicator does not
flash, please refer to the Operating Instructions for
troubleshooting information. If you need assistance,
call Physio-Control Customer Support or your local
authorized distributor. See the contact list included
in the box for region-specific phone numbers for
Physio-Control.
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How to get help.
If you need assistance, contact Physio-Control Customer
Support. See the contact list included with this guide
for region-specific phone numbers. When you call, be
prepared to provide your device serial number (recorded
in step 4 of this guide).
Physio- Control is now par t of Stryker.
Physio-Control Headquarters
11811 Willows Road NE
Redmond, WA 98052
www.physio-control.com