19 Maintenance Automated Tests
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Automated Tests
The HeartStart MRx independently performs many maintenance activities, including three tests that
run automatically at regularly scheduled intervals while the device is off to assess operational
performance and alert you if a problem exists. Results of tests associated with critical functionality of
the device are reported through the Ready For Use indicator and the Automated Test Summary report.
Results are also reported through INOP statements on the display when the HeartStart MRx is turned
on. Table 54 provides a brief explanation of the tests and lists the frequency with which each is
performed.
Table 54 Automated Tests
NOTE Automated tests do not test therapy cables, paddles, buttons, audio, or the display. An ECG cable is
tested, if connected at the time of the test.
Tes t Na m e Description Frequency
Hourly Tests batteries, internal power supplies and internal
memory.
Hourly
Daily Tests batteries, internal power supplies, internal memory,
internal clock battery, defibrillation, pacing, ECG, SpO
2
,
EtCO
2
, NBP, Invasive Pressure, Temperature, Bluetooth
and printer. The defibrillation test includes low energy
internal discharges. If a 3-, 5-, or 10-lead ECG cable is
attached, the cable is tested as well.
Daily, between 11 pm
and 1 am
Weekly Performs the Daily Test described above, plus delivers a
high energy internal discharge to further exercise the
defibrillation circuitry.
Weekly, between
11PM Sunday and
1 AM Monday
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