Battery Maintenance
M4735A Heartstream XL Defibrillator/Monitor 11-7
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Battery Maintenance
The Heartstream XL uses the M3516A Battery Pack. It is a rechargeable
sealed lead acid battery. Battery maintenance begins when you receive a new
battery and continues throughout the life of the battery. Detailed information
on battery care is provided in the application note "About Sealed Lead Acid
Batteries," that came with your Heartstream XL.
Table 11-2 lists battery maintenance activities and when they should be per-
formed.
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Activity: When to Perform:
Perform a visual inspection Daily, as part of the Shift/System
Check.
Charge the battery After each use, or if the message /RZ
%DWWHU\ is displayed.
Perform a Battery Capacity Test At the time of purchase and every three
months thereafter.
Store the battery appropriately When not in use.