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2026116-001 Revision B Responder™ 2000 Page 8

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Table of Contents3
Section 1: Introduction9
Overview9
Responder 2000 Description10
Indications for Use/Intended Use11
Contraindications for Use11
Contraindications for Manual Defibrillation Therapy11
Contraindications for Semi-Automatic Therapy11
Contraindications for Noninvasive Pacing Therapy11
Safety Terms and Conditions12
Dangers12
Warnings12
Precautions15
Notes18
Symbol Descriptions19
Safety and Performance Standards21
Operator Training Requirements22
Section 2: Getting Started23
Overview23
Unpacking and Inspecting24
Setting up the Responder 200025
Rechargeable Battery Installation and Removal25
To Install the Rechargeable Battery25
To Remove the Battery26
To Check the Battery26
Using the Battery Charger27
The Battery Calibration Cyle28
Calibrating Battery While Inside the Responder 200028
Charging Battery While Inside the Responder 200028
Connecting Paddles or Pads29
Storing the Paddles29
Connecting the Ecg Leads30
Connecting the Spo 2 Cable (Optional Feature)30
Connecting the Spo2 Cable (Optional Feature)30
Installing Paper into the Printer31
Powering the Responder 200032
Responder 2000 Front and Back Controls and Indicators33
Responder 2000 Side Controls and Indicators33
Responder 2000 Side Controls and Indicators34
Z-Bar™ Indicator35
Z-Bar for Pads and Paddles35
Z-Bar for Spoons35
Buttons36
Power Button36
Power on36
Power off36
Charge Button37
Shock Button37
Manual Button38
Rotary Selector Knob39
Soft Keys39
Status Leds40
Paddle Controls40
Rs-232 Data Transfer Connection40
Graphics Display41
Monitor Screen41
Information Bar41
Message Area41
Channel 142
Channel 242
Information Areas43
Ecg Information Box43
Spo 2 Information (Optional)43
Pacing Information (Optional)43
On-Screen Indicators44
Battery Indicator44
Battery Warning Messages44
Heart Rate45
Section 3: Using the Responder 200047
Overview47
Responder 2000 Preparation48
Patient Preparation48
Using Pads48
Applying Pads49
Special Pad Placement Situations49
Anterior-Lateral Placement of Pads for Defibrillation/Sync Shock (most Commonly Used)50
Anterior-Posterior Placment of Pads for Non-Invasive Pacing and Defibrillation/Sync Shock51
Changing Pads52
Pads off Notification52
Pads Shorted Notification52
Using Ecg Electrodes53
Applying Ecg Monitoring Electrodes53
Using External Paddles55
Inserting the Spoon Electrode58
Defibrillator Application Guidelines59
Defibrillation Modes60
Choosing a Defibrillation Mode60
Manual Mode61
To Use Manual Mode61
No Sync/Sync Option63
Auto Sequence63
Semi-Auto Shock Mode64
To Use Semi-Auto Shock Mode64
Ecg Monitoring66
Activating and Deactivating Filters66
Monitoring Heart Rate66
Monitoring Pacemaker Patients67
Non-Invasive Pacing (Option)68
To Use Pacing Mode69
Guidelines for the Application of External Pacemakers70
Demand Pacing71
Fixed-Rate Pacing73
Pulse Oximetry (Option)74
Application Tips75
Printing76
To Print76
Snapshot77
To Take a Snapshot77
History Menu77
Event Log77
Patient Trends77
Responding to Alarms78
High Priority Alarms78
Medium Priority Alarms78
Low Priority Alarms78
Visual Alarm Displays79
Audible Alarms79
Adjusting Heart Rate Alarm Limits80
Setting the Ecg Source and Gain80
Section 4: Configuring the Responder 2000 Settings81
Overview81
Settings Menu82
To View the Settings Menu82
Defibrillation Settings85
Default Shock Energy Settings86
Fibrillation Analysis Thresholds86
Pacing Settings87
To Change Pacing Settings from Settings Menu87
To Change Settings from Startup Menu88
Pacing Default Parameters88
Channel Settings89
Channel 190
Channel 290
Filters90
Alarms/Sound Settings91
Audio Defaults92
Patient Triggers92
Date/Time Settings93
User Settings Menu95
Facility96
Set Password97
System Settings Menu98
Display Settings99
Power-Up Settings103
Power-Up Mode Default104
Restore Defaults105
Default Settings106
Section 5: Maintenance & Service107
Overview107
Recommended Maintenance and Care108
Visual Inspection109
Cleaning Responder 2000 and Accessories110
Recommended Cleaning Products110
Cleaning Instructions110
Printer Cleaning Instructions111
Paddle and Internal Paddle Cleaning Instructions111
Internal Paddle Sterilization Instructions111
Inserting the Spoon Electrode111
External Counter Electrode for Internal Defibrillation112
Caring for Rechargeable Batteries112
Calibrating the Battery Fuel Gauge112
Recycling the Batteries112
Defibrillator Checklist113
Authorized Repair Service117
Section 6: Specifications & Safety119
Overview119
Specifications120
Physical Dimensions122
Environmental Requirements122
Operating Conditions122
Storage and Shipping Conditions122
Rhythmx ECG ANALYSIS ALGORITHM123
Detection Rate123
Fine Vf123
Asystole123
Noise Detection123
Non-Committed Shock123
Sync Mode124
SVT (Supraventricular Tachycardia) DISCRIMINATORS124
Svt Rate124
Continuous Monitoring for Shockable Rhythm124
Pacemaker Pulse Information124
Star ® Biphasic Defibrillation Waveform125
Star® Biphasic Defibrillation Waveform125
Energy Levels and Patient Impedance126
Safety Standards and Compliance Requirements127
Electromagnetic Compatibility Requirements127
Emissions127
Immunity127
Environmental Standards128
Shock and Vibration128
Storage and Shipping128
Electromagnetic Emissions Table129
Electromagnetic Immunity Table130
Rf Communications Table132
En 60601-1-2 Compliance133
Compliant Cables and Accessories133
Section 7: Accessories135
Overview135
Responder 2000 Accessories136
Section 8: Contact Information/Customer Service139
Overview139
Contact Information / Customer Service140

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