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Troubleshooting
This chapter provides information on how to troubleshoot situations and conditions that
arise during the operation of the Welch Allyn AED 10 and gives answers to frequently
asked questions.
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching Electrode Pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Analyzing Interrupted. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
No Shock Delivered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Defibrillator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Overview
If the built-in sensors in the Welch Allyn AED 10 detect a problem prior to or during
operation, the unit provides a voice or screen prompt indicating the problem.
Use the information in the following tables to troubleshoot. The tables list fault indicators
and determine possible corrective actions.
Note
In some situations, the operator will be instructed to change the battery or
defibrillation electrode pads. It is important to always have spare batteries and
other accessories available.
Attaching Electrode Pads
Indicator/Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Electrode pad does not adhere properly to the patient.
Wipe moisture from chest and/or shave excessive hair
from chest.
Electrode pads are dry, damaged, or out-of-date.
Replace the electrode pads.
Improper pad placement or pads touching each other.
Check pad placement; make sure pads are in the correct
location.
Inadequate connection to AED 10
Check for proper insertion of defibrillation pads connector
into AED 10.
Pads connector not connected or properly inserted into the
connector socket
Push pads connector firmly into the connector socket.
Poor defibrillation pad contact with the patient’s bare chest. Press firmly on electrode pads to improve adherence to
patient's skin.