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6. Place the defibrillator in the carry case , pressing it firmly into place. Insert the
Quick Reference Guide,* face up, in the clear plastic window on the inside of
the case. If you purchased a spare SMART Pads Cartridge or an Infant/Child
Pads Cartridge, place it in the storag e area in the case.
NOTE: Do not store anything in the defibrillator carry case that it is not
designed to accommodate. Store all objects in their intended location in the
case.
7. Store the HeartStart in accordance with your site’s emergency response
protocol. Typically, this will be in a high-traffic area that is easy to access,
convenient for checking the Ready light periodically, and easy to hear the
alarm chirp if the battery power gets low or the defibrillator needs attention.
Ideally, the HeartStart should be stored near a telephone, so the Emergency
Response Team or Emergency Medical Services can be alerted as fast as
possible in the event of a possible SC A. If possible, keep the spare SMART
Pads Cartridge and other accessories with the defibrillator – in the carry case
if one is used – for quick access when needed. In general, treat the HeartStart
as you would any piece of electronic equipment, such as a computer. Be sure
to store the defibrillator according to its specific ations. See Appendix E for
details. As long as a battery and a pads cartridge are installed, the green Rea dy
light should be blinking to show that the HeartStart has passed its most
recent self-test and is therefore ready to use.
NOTE: If you have a training pads cartridge, it is recommended t hat you
store it separately from the HeartStart, so the training pads cannot be confused
with the regular pads in an emergency.
* The illustration on the cover of the Quick Reference Guide is a 3-step guide to using the
HeartStart. Detailed illustrated directions are inside, for reference in an emergency, or if
you are hearing impaired or using the HeartStart where it is hard to hear the voice
instructions.