Cardiac stimulator 4427 Easypace - Instructions for use
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11.6. Protecting against defibrillator discharges
The stimulator is provided with a protection circuit able to fend off defibrillator
discharges. The recovery time after defibrillation discharge is about 10 seconds.
CAUTION!
The stimulator is provided with a low-impedance sense circuit which limits
the applicable protection.
It is therefore recommended, whenever possible, to disconnect the lead
from the unit before defibrillating. Otherwise, carefully check for the proper
operation of the defibrillator and always take a second defibrillator at easy
reach for a prompt substitution, as necessary.
12. MAINTENANCE
12.1. Controls
It is advisable a periodic check by the User on the device functions, its accessories
and the state of connections. If any failures or bad state of connections are detected, do
not use the device but contact FIAB. Moreover it is necessary having the 4427 device
checked at least once a year by our measuring laboratory. Our technicians will do the
following actions:
• replacing stand-by batteries;
• functioning's check;
• electrical safety test;
• certified final inspection.
12.2. Cleaning
The User should take care of the cleaning of the unit to meet ordinary sanitary
requirements. For the cleaning of the external parts of the unit and accessories, it is
recommended using ethyl alcohol or Citrosil
®
. Belts can be washed with water and soap at
a temperature of 40 °C.
For the cleaning of the parts in contact with the Patient, reference is made to the relevant
instructions.