Philips Defibrillator HEARTSTART HS1

Check the outside of the HeartStart for signs of damage, dirt, or contamination

If you see signs of damage, contact Philips for technical support. If the defibrillator is dirty or contaminated, clean it according to the guidelines in Chapter 5, “Maintaining the HeartStart.”

Upload a photo of the new SMART Pads cartridge inserted into the HeartStart

Check supplies and accessories for damage and expiration dates

Replace any used, damaged or expired items. For directions on changing the pads and replacing the battery, please see Chapter 2, “Setting up the HeartStart.” The single-use pads must be replaced after being used.

Unless your protocol requires that the battery remain installed, remove the battery for five seconds, then reinstall it to run the battery insertion self-test to check the operation of the defibrillator.

When the test is complete, check that the green Ready light is blinking

Return the HeartStart to its storage location so it will be ready for use when needed.

Sign off on the defibrillator check

If the green Ready light is not blinking, see Troubleshooting Tips

Replace any used, damaged or expired supplies and accessories

Check the outside of the defibrillator for cracks or other signs of damage

If you see cracks or other signs of damage, contact Philips for technical support.

Sign off on the defibrillator maintenance

Warning: Electrical shock hazard. Do not open the HeartStart, remove its covers, or attempt repair. There are no user-serviceable components in the HeartStart. If repair is required, return the HeartStart to Philips for service.

Do not leave the HeartStart without a pads cartridge installed; the defibrillator will start chirping and the i-button will start flashing.

Is the green Ready light blinking?

If the green Ready light is not blinking, remove the battery for five seconds then reinstall it. This test takes about one minute.

Did the defibrillator pass the battery insertion self-test?

If the defibrillator did not pass the test, return the HeartStart to Philips for service.

Sign off on the defibrillator test

Warning: Only use a soft cloth dampened in soapy water, chlorine bleach, or ammonia-based cleaners.

Is the outside of the HeartStart and its carry case clean?

Reminder: Do not use isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol, strong solvents such as acetone or acetone-based cleaners, abrasive materials, or enzymatic cleaners.

Were any of the prohibited cleaning materials used?

Reminder: Do not immerse the HeartStart in fluids or allow fluids to spill onto it. Do not sterilize the defibrillator or its accessories.

Was the HeartStart immersed in fluids or sterilized?

Sign off on the defibrillator cleaning