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LIFEPAK 20 Defibrillator/Monitor Operating Instructions 4-23
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9 CONNECT ELECTRODES
message appears.
Inadequate connection to
defibrillator.
• Check for electrode connection.
Electrodes do not adhere
properly to the patient.
• Press electrodes firmly on
patient’s skin.
• Clean, shave, and dry the
patient’s skin as recommended.
Electrodes are dry, damaged, or
out of date.
• Replace the electrodes.
10
CONNECT TO AC POWER
message appears.
Remote sync is selected and the
device is not connected to AC
power.
• Connect to AC power.
• Press SYNC to turn off remote
sync.
11
CONNECT SYNC CABLE TO
REMOTE MONITOR
message
appears.
Remote sync is selected and the
device is not connected to the
remote monitor.
• Connect to remote monitor.
• Press SYNC to turn off remote
synchronization.
12
LOW IMPEDANCE–RECHARGING
message appears.
Patient impedance of <15 ohms
detected.
• No action required.
13
SEARCHING FOR SIGNAL
message appears.
Remote sync is selected and the
device is qualifying the input
signal.
• No action required.
Table 4-3 Troubleshooting Tips for Defibrillation and Synchronized Cardioversion (Continued)
Observation Possible Cause Corrective Action
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