Philips Efficia DFM100 - Turning Sync Off; Cardioversion Alarms; Troubleshooting

7: Synchronized Cardioversion Cardioversion Alarms
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NOTE: The Efficia DFM100’s Sync function can be configured to either be enabled or disabled after each
synchronized shock is delivered.
Turning Sync Off
To turn the Sync function off, press the Sync button again. The button light turns off and Sync
indications are removed from the display.
Cardioversion Alarms
Alarms can be generated for the conditions shown in Ta bl e 19. There are both audio and visual
alerts. When you switch patient categories, all parameter alarm limits change to the new patient
category. These changes are retained when you switch modes.
• For patients that are ≥ 25kg or ≥ 8 years old, use Adult patient category.
• For patients <25kg or < 8 years old, use Infant/Child patient category.
For more information on alarms, see “Alarms” on page 36.
Troubleshooting
If your Efficia DFM100 does not operate as expected during Cardioversion, see “Defibrillation and
Pacing Problems” on page 186.
Table 19 Defibrillation Alarms
Alarm Message Condition Type o f Alarm Indication
 With pads in use, the connection
between the device and patient has
been lost.
High Priority
Non-Latching
Alarm
Red Alarm
message with
alarm tone
 A shock has been automatically
aborted.
High Priority
Latching Alarm


Abnormal shock dose delivered due
to marginal patient impedance.


The device detected a change in
paddles or pads type or the therapy
cable identification is invalid.


Therapy is disabled due to an
equipment failure.