GE Responder 2000

2026116-001 Revision B Responder™ 2000 Page 113
DEFIBRILLATOR CHECKLIST
Daily maintenance activities involve verifying output energy, testing key controls and functions, making sure all necessary
accessory items are present, assuring date coded items are within their effective terms, checking for obvious damage
(worn or frayed cables, case cracks, etc.), and confirming/testing battery performance.
Daily maintenance should always be performed by qualified personnel.
The following daily checklist is recommended to be utilized when checking the defibrillator:
INSTRUCTIONS OK CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Inspect Responder 2000 housing for:
a) Ensure that it is clean, free from spills, clear of
objects, housing intact, and there are no signs of
visible damage.
Clean the device if necessary
2. Inspect Supplies:
a) Check that the following supplies are present and
within the expiration date:
Monitoring electrodes Replace if expired or used
Gel Replace if expired
Defibrillation pads Replace if expired or used
b) Check for adequate paper supply Replace if empty or low
Ensure that a spare charged battery is available Replace spare battery if missing
3. Inspect Battery For:
a) Ensure that it is clean, free from spills, and there are
no signs of visible damage.
Clean the battery if necessary
b) Damage or cracks; broken, loose, or worn battery
pins
Replace battery if necessary
c) Damaged or leaking battery Replace battery if damaged or
leaking
d) Verify battery is charged. Plug device into electrical outlet if
battery is not fully charged
e) Verify that the battery latch is working properly If latch is not working properly,
Contact Customer Service
4. Inspect Paddles For:
a) Verify paddles are not pitted or damaged Replace paddles if pitted or
damaged
b) Verify that they release from the housing easily If this is not the case, please contact
Customer Service.
c) If internal paddles are included, verify that they are
available in a sterile package.
Replace if opened
d) Remove the adult surface plate from the paddles.
Verify pediatric paddles are clean, not pitted or
damaged.
Replace paddles if necessary
e) Verify the paddle holder latches are working properly. If latches are not working properly,
Contact Customer Service.