6 Safety Welch Allyn AED 10 Automatic External Defibrillator
Battery Care
Care and Storage
Electrodes
Caution Do not repeatedly charge and discharge the defibrillator in rapid
succession.
If a need for repetitive testing arises, wait at least 1 minute for every third
discharge to avoid damaging equipment.
Caution Improper maintenance can cause improper performance.
Follow instructions in the Users Manual.
Caution Use only Welch Allyn batteries.
Use only Welch Allyn Part No. 001852 non-rechargeable lithium battery. Use
of any other battery can damage the Welch Allyn AED 10.
Caution Always verify remaining capacity of a non-rechargeable battery after
use.
Check capacity and change if battery is low. See “Maintenance Schedule” on
page 56.
Caution Replace the battery at 5 years.
Battery replacement at 5 years is recommended due to degradation of the
battery chemistry.
Caution Clean and maintain the Welch Allyn AED 10 according to instructions.
See “Maintenance” on page 53.
Do not clean the Welch Allyn AED 10 with alcohol, ketone, or any flammable
agent. Do not autoclave the Welch Allyn AED 10 or attempt to sterilize the
Welch Allyn AED 10 or any of its accessories.
WARNING Follow manufacturer’s instructions for use of defibrillation
electrodes.
Improper use of defibrillation electrodes may cause the Welch Allyn AED 10
to function improperly or may cause skin burns. Do not use expired, dry
electrodes. Do not reuse disposable electrodes. Only use Welch Allyn
approved electrodes or electrode adapters.
Caution Properly store and use defibrillation pads.
Store electrodes in a cool, dry location (between 60° and 95°F or 15° and
35°C). Do not sterilize the pads, immerse, or clean the electrodes with
alcohol or solvents.