SurePower ™ Charger Station
Operator’s Guide
9650-0535-01 Rev. B
The issue date for the SurePower ™ Charger Station Operator’s Guide (REF 9650-0535-01 Rev. B) is
September, 2010.
If more than three years have elapsed since the issue date, contact ZOLL Medical Corporation to
determine if additional product information updates are available.
ZOLL and PowerCharger are registered trademarks, and SurePower is a trademark of ZOLL Medical
Corporation. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are property of their respective owners.
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Preface
Using this Manual ......................................................................................................ii
Organization ........................................................................................................ii
Symbols Used on the Equipment ....................................................................... iii
Conventions ........................................................................................................v
Inspection and Service ............................................................................................. vi
Contacting Technical Service ............................................................................vi
Safety ..................................................................................................................... viii
Warnings .......................................................................................................... viii
Cautions .............................................................................................................ix
Notes ..................................................................................................................ix
FDA Tracking Requirements ...............................................................................x
Notification of Adverse Events ............................................................................x
Chapter 1 Product Overview
SurePower Charger Station Charging Bays........................................................................1-1
Battery Bay Panels ..................................................................................................... 1-2
Charger and Battery Keys .......................................................................................... 1-3
Battery Charging Requirements ................................................................................. 1-3
Charging Methods .............................................................................................................. 1-4
AutoTest ..................................................................................................................... 1-4
QuickCharge ...............................................................................................................1-4
ManualTest .................................................................................................................1-4
Chapter 2 Set Up
Powering on the Charger....................................................................................................2-2
Self Test at Power On ................................................................................................. 2-2
Installing Battery Well Spacers (Optional)........................................................................... 2-3
Chapter 3 Operation
Testing Batteries (Manual Procedure) ................................................................................ 3-7
When Should You Test and Recalibrate a Battery? ................................................... 3-7
Performing a Manual Battery Test .............................................................................. 3-8
Testing Battery Bays...........................................................................................................3-9
Charger Operation -- General Information........................................................................ 3-10
Indicators When Powering On or Testing the Unit .................................................... 3-10
Indicators When Charging a Battery ......................................................................... 3-11
Indicators When Removing a Battery ....................................................................... 3-12
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Inspection............................................................................................................................4-1
Cleaning..............................................................................................................................4-1
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................4-2
Chapter 5 Using ZOLL Rechargable Batteries Effectively
Getting the Most from Your Lead Acid Batteries.................................................................5-1
Replacing Batteries .....................................................................................................5-1
Low Battery Message .................................................................................................5-1
Getting the Most from Your
Developing a Battery Management Program......................................................................5-2
SurePower Battery Pack ...............................................................5-2
Chapter 6 Product Specifications -- SurePower Charger Station
SurePower Charger Station ................................................................................................6-1
Appendix A Manufacturer’s Declaration -- Electromagnetic Emissions and
Immunity-Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration -Electromagnetic Emissions
Electromagnetic Immunity Declaration (EID) ............................................................. A-2
EID for Non-Life-Support Functions ........................................................................... A-3
Recommended Separation Distances from RF Equipment for Non-Life-Support
Functions ................................................................................................................. A-4
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Preface
This manual describes how to set up, use, and maintain ZOLL Medical Corporation’s
SurePower
rechargable defibrillator batteries.
It is important that you read and understand the information in this manual. The proper
charging and maintenance of ZOLL’s rechargable defibrillator batteries is critical to the reliable
operation of your ZOLL defibrillator.
™ Charger Station, which you use to test, recalibrate, and charge ZOLL’s
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Using this Manual
This section describes the organization of the ZOLL SurePower Charger Station Operator’s
Guide
.
Organization
The manual is organized as follows:
Preface
Provides introductory information about this manual: the manual’s organization, the symbols
and conventions that the manual uses, and important warnings and notices regarding the
SurePower Charger Station.
Chapter 1 Product Overview
Provides a general overview of the SurePower Charger Station.
Chapter 2 Set Up
Describes how to set up the SurePower Charger Station.
Chapter 3 Operation
Describes how to use the SurePower Charger Station to test, recalibrate, and charge ZOLL’s
rechargable defibrillator batteries.
Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Describes how to clean and maintain the SurePower Charger Station and how to troubleshoot
operating problems.
Chapter 5 Battery Management
Provides general information on how to run an effective battery management program. This
chapter also provides general information on how to set up a battery recyling program.
Chapter 6 Product Specifications
Provides a detailed list of product specifications for the ZOLL SurePower Charger Station.
Appendix A Manufacturer’s Declaration -- Electromagnetic Emissions
Provides information on electromagnetic emissions in regard to the SurePower Charger
Station.
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Symbols Used on the Equipment
This manual, the SurePower Charger Station, or the SurePower Battery Pack may display any
or all of the following symbols:
Symbol Description
Attention! Refer to Operator’s Guide for more information.
DANGER high voltage present.
Protective (earth) ground terminal.
Alternating current.
Temperature Limitation.
Conformité Européenne Complies with medical device directive 93/42/EEC.
Contains lead. Recycle or dispose of properly.
Contains lithium. Recycle or dispose of properly.
Keep away from open flame and high heat.
Do not discard in trash. Recycle or dispose of properly.
Nonionizing electromagnetic radiation.
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Symbol Description
Return to a collection site intended for waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE). Do not dispose of in unsorted trash.
Signal I/O connector (RS-232) for connection to a personal computer for use
with optional software.
With respect to electric shock, fire, mechanical, and other specified hazards
only in accordance with UL 60601-1 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1, Medical
Equipment Certified for USA and Canada 58NA.
Manufacturer.
Authorized representative in the European Community.
Serial Number.
Catalogue number.
Consult instructions for use.
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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
War ning! Warn ing statements describe conditions or actions that can result in personal injury or
death.
Caution Caution statements describe conditions or actions that can result in damage to the SurePower
Charger Station.
Note: Notes contain additional information on using and maintaining the SurePower Charger
Station.
The manual displays button and LED labels in bold face type.
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Inspection and Service
When unpacking the SurePower Charger Station, carefully inspect each container for damage.
If the shipping container or cushion material is damaged, keep it until you have checked the
contents for completeness and the unit has been checked for mechanical and electrical integrity.
If the contents are incomplete, if there is physical damage, or if the unit does not pass its
electrical self-test, North American customers should call ZOLL’s Technical Service
Department. Customers outside of the United States and Canada should contact their ZOLL
authorized representative. If the shipping container is damaged, also notify the carrier.
Contacting Technical Service
The SurePower Charger Station does not require periodic recalibration or adjustment. You
should, however, periodically perform the tests that this manual describes to verify proper
operation of the unit.
If the SurePower Charger Station requires service, North American customers should contact
the ZOLL Technical Service Department:
Telephone: 1-800-348-9011
1-978-421-9655
FAX: 1-978-421-0010
Customers outside of the United States and Canada should contact their ZOLL authorized
representative.
When requesting service for the SurePower Charger Station, please provide the following
information to the Technical Service representative:
• Unit serial number
• Description of the problem
• Department using the equipment
• Purchase order to allow tracking of loan equipment
• Purchase order for a unit with an expired warranty
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Returning a unit for service
If you need to send a SurePower Charger Station to the ZOLL Technical Service Department
for repair, obtain a service request (SR) number from the service representative.
If you are returning a SurePower Charger Station, remove all battery packs from the unit, and
return the unit in the original containers or equivalent packaging, and be sure to include the
service request number with the unit.
s
For customers Return the unit to
In the U.S.A. ZOLL Medical Corporation
269 Mill Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824-4105
Attention: Technical Service Department (SR number)
Telephone: 1-800-348-9011
1-978-421-9655
Fax: 1-978-421-0010
In Canada ZOLL Medical Canada, Inc.
1750 Sismet Rd., Unit #1
Mississauga, ON L4W 1R6
Attention: Technical Service Department (SR number)
Telephone: 1-866-442-1011
In other locations The nearest authorized ZOLL Medical Corporation
representative.
To locate an authorized service center, contact the
International Sales Department at
ZOLL Medical Corporation
269 Mill Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824-4105
Telephone: 1-978-421-9655
The ZOLL Serial Number
Each ZOLL product displays a serial number that contains information about that product.
From left to right, ZOLL serial numbers are structured as follows:
• A two-character product code
• A three-character date-of-manufacture code
• A product serial number of six or more alphanumeric characters.
The product code for the SurePower Charger Station is “AC” and one product code for the
SurePower Battery Pack is “AE.”
The first two characters of the date-of-manufacture code give the last two digits of the year (for
example, “05” would appear for products manufactured in 2005). The last character of the dateof-manufacture code gives the month in which the product was manufactured. The month
appears in the form of a single alphabetic character: “A” for January, “B” for February, “C” for
March, and so on through “L” for December.
The product serial number is a unique set of alphanumeric characters that ZOLL assigns to each
individual unit.
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Safety
Warnings
The following sections provide important warnings and notices regarding the ZOLL SurePower
Charger Station.
• Accidental sliding or drop of the SurePower Charger Station or battery may cause physical
injury. Operate the SurePower Charger Station on a stable surface and be careful when
carrying or moving the unit to avoid injury. Damaged batteries may expose users to a safety
hazard. Should the SurePower Charger Station or SurePower Battery Pack be dropped,
inspect and test the unit prior to further use following the procedures described in this
manual. Use caution when handling batteries with damaged cases.
• Avoid prolonged exposure of the SurePower Charger Station or SurePower Battery Pack to
direct sunlight to minimize charger and battery heating and the damage that may occur from
exposure to ultraviolet light.
• The SurePower Charger Station and ZOLL rechargable defibrillator batteries have been
tested against interference from radio frequency emissions typical of two-way radios used in
emergency service/public safety activities. Refer to Appendix A to determine recommended
operating distances from RF transmission equipment.
• Use only the AC cord supplied with the device. Failure to use the proper line cord could
result in excess leakage currents, EMC problems, and reduced safety.
• Do not disassemble the SurePower Charger Station. A shock hazard exists. Refer all
problems to qualified personnel.
• Do not place anything on top of or beneath the SurePower Charger Station, such as blankets
or cloths. Doing so may block the vents on the unit, preventing proper dissipation of heat
during operation.
• Do not use the SurePower Charger Station unit stacked with other equipment.
• Do not use a battery unless the charger’s Ready LED is lit and the Fault LED is off. Failure
to do so may result in the use of a fully depleted battery.
• Use the SurePower Charger Station only in a well-ventilated area. Should a battery become
overheated, the battery can vent gas that is harmful and potentially explosive.
• An insulation or ground failure in the SurePower Charger Station can result in dangerous
leakage currents. To avoid this, perform periodic inspection following the procedures
described in this manual.
• Do not operate the SurePower Charger Station in the presence of flammable agents (such as
gasoline), oxygen-rich atmospheres, or flammable anesthetics. Using the device in the
presence of flammable agents can cause an explosion.
• Do not immerse or set the SurePower Charger Station or SurePower Battery Pack in liquid.
Using the device near or within puddles of water may present a shock hazard to the operator,
patient, and nearby personnel.
• A pinch hazard exists when installing a battery into a charging bay.
• If the display indicators on a SurePower Battery Pack are not consistent with the indicators
on the SurePower Charger Station or ZOLL defibrillator, a fault condition may be present.
Remove the battery from service as soon as practical, and verify the correct operation of the
charger, defibrillator, and battery.
• Do not use the SurePower Charger Station in environmental conditions that fall outside of
those specified in Chapter 6, “Product Specifications -- SurePower Charger Station.” Using
the SurePower Charger Station in environmental conditions that fall outside those described
in the product specifications can result in failure of the unit.
• Do not use the SurePower Charger Station in the proximity of Electrosurgical Units (ESU).
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Cautions
Notes
• Follow all recommended maintenance instructions. If a problem occurs, obtain service
immediately.
• Do not use alcohol or ketones (MEK, acetone, etc.) to clean the SurePower Charger Station.
• Do not sterilize or autoclave the SurePower Charger Station.
• Do not touch the exposed pins in the bottom of a charging bay -- if the pins are damaged, the
charging bay won’t be usable. These pins do not pose an electrical hazard.
• Do not install batteries into Monitor/Defibrillators or a SurePower Charger Station that is
not plugged into live AC mains when storage may exceed 90 days. Battery damage may
occur.
• If you are disposing of your SurePower Charger Station, contact your local authorities to
determine the requirements for the recycling and disposal of electrical equipment and follow
those requirements.
• The end-of-life for the SurePower Charger Station is determined by the availability of
replacement parts and service for the unit. Contact ZOLL’s Technical Service Department
for information on the availability of replacement parts and service for the SurePower
Charger Station.
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FDA Tracking Requirements
U.S. Federal Law (21 CFR 821) requires the tracking of defibrillators. Under this law, owners
of this device must notify ZOLL Medical Corporation if this product is
• received
• lost, stolen, or destroyed
• donated, resold, or otherwise distributed to a different organization
If any such event occurs, contact ZOLL Medical Corporation in writing with the following
information:
1. Originator's organization – Company name, address, contact name, and contact phone
number
2. Part number, model number, and serial number of the device
3. Disposition of the device (for example, received, lost, stolen, destroyed, distributed to
another organization), new location and/or organization (if known and different from
originator’s organization) – company name, address, contact name, and contact phone
number
4. Date when the change took effect
Please address the information to:
ZOLL Medical Corporation
Attn: Tracking Coordinator
269 Mill Road
Chelmsford, MA 01824-4105
Fax: (978) 421-0025
Tel: (978) 421-9655
Notification of Adverse Events
As a health care provider, you may have responsibilities under the Safe Medical Devices Act
(SMDA) for reporting the occurrence of certain events to ZOLL Medical Corporation and
possibly, in the United States, to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
These events, described in 21 CFR Part 803, include device-related death and serious injury or
illness. In any event, as part of our Quality Assurance Program, ZOLL Medical Corporation
should be notified of any device failures or malfunctions. This information is required to ensure
that ZOLL Medical Corporation provides only the highest quality products.
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SurePower Charger Station Charging Bays
Chapter 1
Product Overview
The ZOLL SurePower Charger Station is a four-bay unit that can test, recalibrate, and charge
up to four ZOLL rechargable defibrillator batteries at once. It is a multi-chemistry charger that
works with both ZOLL lithium ion and lead acid batteries.
Figure 1-1 SurePower Charger Station
SurePower Charger Station Charging Bays
The charging bays in the SurePower Charger Station are designed to accommodate the
following ZOLL rechargable lithium ion battery:
• SurePower Battery Pack
and the following ZOLL rechargable lead acid batteries:
• Battery Pack PD4410
• Smart Ready Battery
• Smart Battery
• XL Smart Ready Battery
• XL Smart Battery
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Battery Bay Panels
At the front of each bay is an information and control panel:
Figure 1-2 Battery Bay Control Panel
Each panel has four LEDs with identifying icons and a Test button:
Charging. The LED lights above this icon to indicate that the battery is charging.
Ready. The LED lights above this icon to indicate that the battery is fully charged
and ready for use.
Te st button. Pressing this button initiates a manual test of the battery or, if the bay
is empty, a test of the charging bay.
Te st . The LED lights above this icon to indicate that the charger is testing the
battery. If the bay is empty, this icon lights to indicate that the charger is testing the
charging bay.
Fault. The charger has determined that there is a fault with the battery. If there is
no battery in the charging bay, the charger has determined that there is a fault with
that bay.
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Charger and Battery Keys
ZOLL’s defibrillator batteries and the bays in the SurePower Charger Station are keyed to
prevent incompatible batteries from seating in the charging bays and damaging the SurePower
Charger Station. The following illustration shows the key on the SurePower Battery Pack.
Figure 1-3 Battery Key
Batteries that do not have the correct keys will not seat in the charging bays and cannot be
charged and tested by the SurePower Charger Station. For example, the AED PRO
defibrillator’s disposable battery pack is keyed differently and will not seat in the SurePower
Charger Station.
SurePower Charger Station Charging Bays
Caution Do not use the SurePower Charger Station to charge any battery packs which are not designed
for use with SurePower Charger Stations.
Battery Charging Requirements
Each battery type has its own charging requirements. When you place a SurePower Battery
Pack into the bay of a SurePower charger, the charger identifies the battery type and the battery
communicates its charging requirements to the charger.
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CHAPTER 1PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Charging Methods
The SurePower Charger Station supports a variety of charging methods: AutoTest,
QuickCharge, and ManualTest. These charging methods control how quickly the charger
brings the battery to full charge and whether or not the battery’s runtime indicator is
recalibrated.
AutoTest
The AutoTest charging method drains the remaining charge from a depleted battery before
recharging it. During this process, the charger measures the battery’s capacity to ensure that the
battery meets or exceeds the minimum runtime requirements for emergency defibrillator use.
The AutoTest charging method is the default charging method for ZOLL’s lead acid batteries
because it helps lead acid batteries maintain their storage capacity and extend their usable life.
QuickCharge
The QuickCharge charging method immediately charges the depleted battery.
The QuickCharge charging method is the default charging method for ZOLL’s lithium ion
batteries, such as the SurePower Battery Pack. The QuickCharge method is the quickest way
to charge lithium ion batteries, which do not require frequent testing to maintain their usable
life.
ManualTest
The ManualTest charging method tests and recalibrates ZOLL batteries.
ZOLL’s lead acid batteries with runtime indicators periodically require recalibration through
the use of the ManualTest charging method. The SurePower Battery Pack automatically
recalibrates itself.
We describe how to perform a ManualTest in Chapter 3.
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Chapter 2
Set Up
Place the SurePower Charger Station on a stable, secure surface.
Position the charger so that the control panel and LED’s face the area from which you’ll be
working -- this will make it easier to see the LED’s and install and remove batteries.
Make sure that there are at least four inches of clear space surrounding the charger. This
provides the air circulation necessary for the charger to dissipate the heat that it generates
during operation.
Figure 2-1 Charger Setup
Caution Do not place anything on top of or beneath the unit that might block the vents.
Warning! Do not place open containers of liquids (drink cups, etc.) on or near the charger.
Spilling liquids on the charger can result in an electrical safety hazard.
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The charger rests on four rubber feet when you place it on a table top or counter.
Figure 2-2 SurePower Charger Station Bottom View
Caution Do not remove the rubber feet from the charger base. The rubber feet provide a space between
the charger base and the work surface that is necessary for adequate heat dissipation.
Powering on the Charger
To power on the charger, plug the AC cord attached to the rear of the charger into live AC
mains.
Use only the AC cord that ZOLL Medical Corporation provides.
Note: There is no power switch on the SurePower Charger Station -- the unit is powered on at
all times when it is plugged in and AC power is available.
Warning! Always inspect the AC cord before use. Do not use the AC cord if it is defective -- for
example, the cord’s insulation is cracked or the cord is severely kinked.
Self Test at Power On
When you connect to the AC mains without batteries in the charging bays, the charger performs
a self-test which briefly lights all LEDs and then sounds an audible alarm tone. After a few
seconds all LEDs, except the Power LED in the middle of the control panel, will go out.
Should the charger detect a fault with its operation, it will light the Fault LED for the charger
bay or bays affected by this fault.
Note: If batteries are installed in the charging bays when you power on the SurePower
Charger Station, the charger performs only a partial self test; the SurePower Charger
Station performs a full self test when you remove the batteries from the charger bays.
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Installing Battery Well Spacers (Optional)
Installing Battery Well Spacers (Optional)
The SurePower Charger Station is designed to accept molded plastic battery well spacers that you
can install in the back of the charging bays (
will be charging only SurePower Battery Packs. The well spacers improve the fit of SurePower
Battery Packs in the charger bays and prevent older ZOLL lead acid batteries from being used
with the charger.
Figure 2-3 Battery Well Spacer (REF 8050-0032-01).
REF 8050-0032-01). Use these well spacers if you
To install the battery well spacer, use the screws provided and the pre-drilled holes in the back
of the battery bay to secure the bay spacers as shown in the following illustration.
Figure 2-4 Installing the Battery Well Spacer
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Chapter 3
Operation
You can charge up to four batteries at once -- one in each bay.
To charge a battery pack, follow this procedure:
Step Action
1.
Insert the battery into an open battery bay. Place the back of the battery against
the back of the charging bay, and then press the battery down until it clicks.
War ni ng ! To avoid pinching your fingers, hold the battery by the top edges as shown
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in the illustration above when inserting the battery into the charging bay.
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Step Action
2.
After you insert the battery, the charger begins charging the battery and lights the
Charging LED.
See the table at the end of this chapter for information on how the charger
indicates its operational state after you insert a battery.
3.
Allow the battery time to charge.
The charging time will depend on the battery type, how depleted the battery was
when you put it into the charger, and which charging method the battery requires.
When the battery is fully charged, the charger lights the Ready LED:
Note: If you remove a battery before it is fully charged, the SurePower Charger Station
beeps to alert you.
If the battery fails the capacity test during testing, the SurePower Charger S tation
always lights the Fault LED:
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Step Action
4.
Remove the battery
To remove the battery, insert a finger into the recess at the semi-circular opening
of the charging bay, press the battery’s locking clip to disengage it from the latch,
and then lift the battery out.
Note: If the charged battery has failed the capacity test and the Fault LED is on, the
charger beeps to alert you. Do not use this battery in a defibrillator.
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CHAPTER 3OPERATION
Testing Batteries (Manual Procedure)
Performing a battery test in one charger bay will not affect the operation of any other bay (other
than to possibly extend charge time).
The battery test measures the battery’s capacity.
When Should You Test and Recalibrate a Battery?
You should test and recalibrate batteries after a certain number of use (charge/discharge) cycles.
The number of use cycles between battery tests depends on the battery type. For example, all
ZOLL smart lead acid batteries require testing every twenty use cycles or every three months.
The SurePower Battery Pack automatically recalibrates when necessary.
Note: A battery will pass a battery test (the charger lights the Ready LED) if the battery can
be charged to at least 60% of its original factory charge capacity. Lead acid batteries
that fail the test may have a significantly reduced operating time when installed in a
defibrillator. You should remove these batteries from service.
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Performing a Manual Battery Test
To perform a manual battery test, follow this procedure:
Step Action
Testing Batteries (Manual Procedure)
1.
Insert the battery into the charging bay and press the Test Button on the bay’s
control panel.
The charger lights the Test LED and begins testing the battery. The Test LED will
remain lit for the duration of the test.
When the battery is fully charged and has passed a factory-configured minimum
capacity test, the charger lights the Ready and Test LED’s.
If the charger determines that the battery has insufficient capacity, it lights the
Fault and Test LED’s.
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CHAPTER 3OPERATION
Testing Battery Bays
In the SurePower Charger Station, the four battery bays work independently of each other, and
you can test bays individually to determine if a specific bay is working correctly.
Warning! Test the charger’s battery bays on a regular basis. Neglecting these tests may result in
using a charger that is not fully functional and, as such, not capable of maintaining a
sufficient number of fully charged batteries to operate all of your ZOLL defibrillators
effectively.
To test a battery bay, follow this procedure:
Step Action
1.
2.
Remove the battery from the bay.
Press the Test Button on the battery bay’s control panel.
The charger lights all four LEDs, operates the fan, and beeps for several seconds.
If the LEDs go out and the beep stops, the battery bay is fully functional and
without defects.
If the Fault LED remains lit, the battery bay is defective.
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Charger Operation -- General Information
Charger Operation -- General Information
As you use the SurePower Charger Station, the unit will light its LEDs and issue audible beeps
to indicate various operational states. Generally, the charger will issue two beeps whenever a
fault condition occurs.
The following tables summarize what the LED display and beeps indicate during different
operating modes. The charger lights LEDs in one of two ways: steady (persistent) or brief
(periodic).
Indicators When Powering On or Testing the Unit
Charger Operational State Charge LED Ready LED Test LED Fault LED Power LED Audible
No power to charger.
Charger powered on. ON
(brief)
Charger Unit Test initiated
(TEST button pressed, no
battery in bay).
Charger Unit Test
successful.
Charger Unit Test fails. ON
ON
(brief)
ON
(brief)
ON
(brief)
ON
(brief)
ON
(brief)
ON
(brief)
ON
(brief)
(steady)
ON
(steady)
ON
(steady)
ON
(steady)
ON
(steady)
Alarm
1 Beep
1 Beep
2 Beeps
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Indicators When Charging a Battery
Charger Operational State Charge
Battery in bay (QuickCharge
Method -- battery charging).
LED
ON
(steady)
Battery in bay (AutoTest or Manual
Ready
LED
Test
LED
ON
Test Method -- battery being
drained).
Battery Test in progress (AutoTest
ON
(steady)
ON
or Manual Test Method -- battery
charging).
(steady)
(steady)
Battery Capacity Test successful. ON
(steady)ON(steady)
Battery Capacity Test failed. ON
(steady)ON(steady)
Fault
LED
Audible Alarm
2 Beeps when
battery removed.
Battery or charger fault detected
when charging.
ON
(steady)
2 Beeps when
battery removed.
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Indicators When Removing a Battery
Charger Operation -- General Information
Charger Operational State Charge
LED
Battery removed from bay -- no
battery fault detected.
Battery removed from bay -battery fault detected.
Battery removed from bay -- not
fully charged.
Battery removed from bay -charger fault detected.
Ready
LED
Test
LED
Fault
LED
ON
(steady)
Audible Alarm
2 Beeps
2 Beeps
2 Beeps
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This chapter describes a series of non-technical operational checks that you should perform
annually to ensure the proper operation of the
Inspection
Begin by inspecting the charger to ensure that it’s clean (with no fluid spills). Make sure that
nothing has been placed on top of the charger and that there are at least four inches of clear
space around the charger so that it can dissipate heat effectively.
Inspection
Chapter 4
Maintenance and
Troubleshooting
SurePower Charger Station.
Cleaning
You can then perform the following quick, non-technical operational checks:
1. Inspect for cracks or damage to the charger housing.
2. Inspect the AC cord for severe kinks or exposed wires.
3. Connect the charger to live AC mains. The charger will beep, turn on the fan, and light all
LEDs for several seconds. The Power LED will remain lit after the other LEDs go off.
4. With all battery bays empty, check that all LEDs on the control panel except the Power LED
are off.
5. Press the Te st button under each bay to verify that the bays are fully operational (for more
information, see the section, “Testing Battery Bays,” in Chapter 3).
6. Insert a battery into each bay. Verify that the appropriate LEDs in each bay immediately
illuminate.
Clean the SurePower Charger Station with a soft cloth, mild soap, and water.
Do not immerse any part of the
ketones (MEK, acetone, etc.). Do not autoclave the
SurePower Charger Station in water. Do not use alcohol or
SurePower Charger Station.
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CHAPTER 4MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting
The following troubleshooting procedures are for use by non-technical personnel using the
SurePower Charger Station. This section addresses many common problems or questions that
can arise during operation.
If problems persist after you perform these troubleshooting procedures, contact the ZOLL
Technical Service Department or your authorized ZOLL representative.
1. Power LED does not light.
• Check that the charger is plugged into an appropriate power source.
• Check that the power cord is securely inserted into the charger.
• Check for a defective power cord.
• Plug the charger into another power source.
2. Charging LED does not light when a battery is in the battery bay.
• Check to see if the charger is in the drain phase of a battery test (Tes t LED is illuminated).
• Check that the battery is properly seated in the bay.
• Check that the contacts are clean and not damaged.
• Test the battery bay for proper functionality.
• Use another battery that you know is good.
3. Te st LED does not light when you press the Te st button.
• Check that the battery is properly seated in the battery bay.
• Check that the contacts are clean and not damaged.
• Test the battery bay for proper functionality.
• Use another battery that you know is good.
4. Battery fails test cycle (both the Fault and Test LEDs light).
• Test the battery bay for proper functionality.
• Repeat the battery test cycle.
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Getting the Most from Your Lead Acid Batteries
Chapter 5
Using ZOLL Rechargable
Batteries Effectively
This chapter describes how you can use ZOLL rechargable batteries most effectively. This
chapter also describes what a Battery Management Program is and how you use it to ensure that
your ZOLL defibrillators always have adequate battery power.
Getting the Most from Your Lead Acid Batteries
The ZOLL 4410/Smart/Smart Ready and XL Battery Packs are lead acid batteries. Lead acid
batteries require full recharging after use. The continuous short-cycle recharging of lead acid
batteries will result in reduced capacity and early battery failure. An effective battery
management plan can maximize the usable life of your batteries by ensuring that the batteries
are correctly recharged.
Replacing Batteries
Several factors contribute to the loss of a battery’s charge capacity: frequency of use, the
number of batteries used, and the pattern of discharging and recharging batteries. Because of
this, it is good practice to replace and discard used batteries on a preventive, scheduled basis.
The most effective preventive replacement interval should be based on anticipated use patterns,
battery pack testing results, and your experience with the device in actual operation. We
recommend battery replacement every eighteen months or sooner.
For more information about battery replacement schedules, contact your ZOLL Technical
Service Representative.
Low Battery Message
As a battery’s capacity diminishes, the amount of operating time remaining after a LOW
BATTERY message will also diminish. For newer or lesser-used batteries, the operating time
remaining after this warning will be significantly longer than the operating time remaining on
batteries that have seen more use. In either case, this warning will ultimately lead to
defibrillator shut-off, and consequently, the low battery should be replaced with a fully-charged
battery as soon as possible.
Caution When a LOW BATTERY message is displayed, replace the battery pack as soon as possible to
ensure continuous defibrillator operation.
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CHAPTER 5USING ZOLL RECHARGABLE BATTERIES EFFECTIVELY
Getting the Most from Your SurePower Battery Pack
The SurePower Battery Pack is a lithium ion battery. You can recharge a depleted SurePower
Battery Pack
lithium ion battery will not result in reduced charge capacity and early battery failure.
at any time. Unlike lead acid batteries, the repeated short-cycle recharging of a
It is very important that you recharge a depleted
Caution Never store the SurePower Battery Pack in a fully depleted state -- this will damage the battery.
SurePower Battery Pack as soon as possible.
Developing a Battery Management Program
The safe, reliable use of ZOLL defibrillators requires an adequate, available supply of battery
power. To ensure that an adequate supply of battery power is always available, you need to
have a well-designed Battery Management Program.
A Battery Management Program requires the following:
1. Have a sufficient number of batteries and chargers.
Have a sufficient number of batteries and battery chargers to insure that every ZOLL
resuscitation device has fully charged main and spare batteries ready at all times.
2. Assign someone to be responsible for the Battery Management Program.
Assign someone who can oversee all aspects of the Battery Management Program,
including the training of staff who use ZOLL’s resuscitation devices.
3. Define the battery exchange and charging routines.
Clinical and technical staff should determine desired use patterns and an optimum sequence
to insure consistent battery exchange and charging routines.
4. Ensure sufficient spare battery capability.
A fully-charged spare battery should be immediately available with all ZOLL resuscitation
devices. We recommend that you keep more than one spare battery available where
prolonged or repeated use of the device may be required, such as long transport situations.
5. Develop backup procedures.
You must develop backup procedures to maintain appropriate life support (such as
cardiopulmonary resuscitation) should a battery or resuscitation device fail and need to be
replaced.
6. Test Batteries regularly.
Develop a testing schedule as part of your organization’s Battery Management Program.
The appropriate frequency of testing depends on the age of the battery pack and the
frequency and type of use. As the battery ages, testing should be more frequent since failure
may occur rapidly at the battery’s end-of-life. At a minimum, ZOLL recommends testing
every three months.
7. Develop a battery recycling and disposal plan.
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Developing a Battery Management Program
The disposal of used batteries can have a negative environmental impact if it is not done
correctly, and there are often regulations specifying how batteries should be disposed of or
recycled. You should become familiar with any applicable regulations and develop a plan
that satisfies these regulations.
We encourage you to recycle your used batteries whenever possible.
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Chapter 6
Product Specifications --
SurePower Charger S tation
This chapter gives the product specifications for the ZOLL SurePower Charger S tation :
Size 16 (Length) x 11 (Width) x 6 (Height) in
40.6 (Length) x 27.9 (Width) x 15.2 (Height) cm
Weight 15 lb (6.8 kg) without batteries
Equipment Type IEC Class I
Power Requirements 100-240 Vrms, 50/60 Hz
120 Vrms, 400 Hz
Power Consumption 200 VA maximum.
Output per Bay Voltage: +6 to 16.8 V dc
Charging Current: 0 to +3.00 A dc
Discharging Current: 0 to -3.00 A dc
Maximum Thermal
Output
Design Standards Designed to meet or exceed UL 60601-1, EN 60601-1,
Temperature Operation:
Humidity 5% to 95% (relative humidity - non condensing).
Safety Specification Stationary, Class I, Type B
682 BTU
and CSA 22.2 standards for medical equipment safety
32°F to 122°F
0°C to 50°C
Optimal battery charging:
59°F to 95°F
15°C to 35°C
Storage and transportation:
-40°F to 158°F
-40°C to 70°C
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CHAPTER 6PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS -- SurePower Charger Station
Altitude of Operation -300 ft through 20,000 ft (below and above sea level)
-91 m through 6096 m (below and above sea level)
1060 through 500 mBar
Ingress Protection IP X1
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Appendix A
Manufacturer’s Declaration --
Electromagnetic Emissions and
Immunity-Guidance and
Manufacturer’s Declaration --
Electromagnetic Emissions
The SurePower Charger Station is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified
below. The customer or the user of the
in such an environment.
SurePower Charger Station should assure that they are used
RF emissions
CISPR 11
RF emissions
CISPR 11
Harmonic Emission
IEC 61000 3-2
Voltage Fluctuations/
Flicker Emission
IEC 61000 3-3
Medical Electrical Equipment needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be installed
and put into service according to EMC information provided in this document.
Group 1
Class A
Class A
Complies
The
SurePower Charger Station only uses RF
energy for internal function. Therefore, its RF
emissions are very low and are not likely to cause
any interference in nearby electronic equipment.
The SurePower Charger St ation is suitable for
use in all establishments, other than domestic
establishments and those directly connected to the
public low-voltage power supply network that
supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.
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MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION -- ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS AND IMMUNITY-GUIDANCE AND
Electromagnetic Immunity Declaration (EID)
Immunity Test IEC 60601 Test
Level
Electrostatic
discharge (ESD)
± 6 kV contact
± 8 kV air
IEC 61000 4-2
Electrical fast
transient/burst
IEC 61000 4-4
± 2 kV for power
supply lines
± 1 kV for input/
output lines
Surge
IEC 61000 4-5
± 1 kV differential
mode
± 2 kV for common
mode
Voltage dips, short
interruptions and
voltage variations
on power supply
input lines
IEC 61000-4-11
<5% U
in U
40% U
U
70% U
U
<5% U
in U
(>95% dip
T
) for 0.5 cycle
T
(60% dip in
T
) for 5 cycles
T
(30% dip in
T
) for 25 cycles
T
(>95% dip
T
) for 5 sec.
T
Compliance Level Electromagnetic
Environment - Guidance
± 6 kV contact
± 8 kV air
Floors should be wood,
concrete or ceramic tile. If
floors are covered with
synthetic material, the
relative humidity should be
at least 30%.
± 2 kV for power
supply lines
±1kV
± 1 kV differential
mode
± 2 kV for common
mode
<5% U
in U
40% U
U
70% U
U
<5% U
in U
(>95% dip
T
) for 0.5 cycle
T
(60% dip in
T
) for 5 cycles
T
(30% dip in
T
) for 25 cycles
T
(>95% dip
T
) for 5 sec.
T
Mains power quality
should be that of a typical
commercial or hospital
environment.
Mains power quality
should be that of a typical
commercial or hospital
environment.
Mains power quality
should be that of a typical
commercial or hospital
environment. If the user of
the SurePower Charger
Station
unit requires
continued operation
during power mains
interruptions, it is
recommended that the
SurePower Charger
Station
unit be powered by
an uninterruptable power
supply or a battery.
Power frequency
(50/60 Hz)
magnetic field
IEC 61000-4-8
3 A/m 3 A/m Power frequency
magnetic fields should be
at levels characteristic of a
typical location in a typical
commercial or hospital
environment.
is the AC mains voltage prior to application of the test level.
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T
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EID for Non-Life-Support Functions
The non-life-support functions
electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the
Station
should assure that it is used in such an environment.
of the SurePower Charger Station are intended for use in the
SurePower Charger
Immunity Test IEC 60601 Test
Level
Conducted RF
IEC 61000-4-6
3 Vrms
150 kHz to 80 MHz
Compliance
Level
3 Vrms
Electromagnetic Environment Guidance
Portable and mobile RF
communications equipment should
be used no closer to any part of the
SurePower Charger Station,
Radiated RF
IEC 61000-4-3
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected
by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.
a
Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless)
telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV
broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic
environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered.
If the measured field strength in the location in which the
used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the
should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional
measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the
unit.
b
Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3 V/m.
3V/m
80 MHz to 2.5 GHz
10 V/m
including cables, than the
recommended separation distance
calculated from the equation
applicable to the frequency of the
transmitter.
Recommended Separation Distance
d = 1.2 150 KHz to 80 MHz
d = 0.35 80 MHz to 800 MHz
d = 0.7 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
√P
√P
√P
where P is the maximum output
power rating of the transmitter in
watts (W) according to the transmitter
manufacturer, and d is the
recommended separation distance in
meters (m).
Field strengths from fixed RF
transmitters, as determined by an
a
electromagnetic site survey,
should
be less than the compliance level in
each frequency range.
b
Interference may occur in
the vicinity of equipment
marked with the following
symbol:
SurePower Charger Station unit is
SurePower Charger Station unit
SurePower Charger Station
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MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION -- ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS AND IMMUNITY-GUIDANCE AND
Recommended Separation Distances from RF Equipment for
Non-Life-Support Functions
The non-life-support functions
environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the
SurePower Charger Station can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a
minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and
the SurePower Charger Station as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of
the communications equipment.
of the SurePower Charger Station are intended for use in an
Rated Maximum Output
Power of Transmitter
(W)
0.01 0.12 0.035 0.070
0.1 0.38 0.111 0.221
1 1.2 0.350 0.700
10 3.8 1.110 2.214
100 12 3.500 7.000
For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended
separation distance d in meters (m) can be determined using the equation applicable to the
frequency of the transmitter, where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in
watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.
NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range
applies.
NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is
affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.
Separation Distance According to Frequency of
Transmitter
(m)
150 kHz to
80 MHz
d = 1.2
√P √P √P
80 MHz to
800 MHz
d = 0.35
800 MHz to
2.5 GHz
d = 0.7
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