Schiller Diagnostic ECG System DG5000

Ensure paddles are used for the test

Avoid touching metal parts of the paddles during shock

Do not perform the test multiple times in a series to prevent overheating

Connect the paddles and set the energy to 90 joules

Hold the paddles together and trigger a shock into the device

Attach recorder printout with the message: DEFIBRILLATOR TEST – Date – OK.

Inspect the device and electrodes for the following

Enter the expiration date on the electrode package

Were any defective units or damaged cables found?

Replace defective units or damaged cables immediately

Do not immerse the apparatus into a cleaning liquid or sterilise with hot water, steam, or air

Avoid using phenol-based agents or peroxide compounds for cleaning

Wipe the unit's casing with a tissue dampened in 70% alcohol

Ensure no liquid enters the unit

Start the ECG monitoring (see section 4.3.4, page 28)

Set the high and then the low heart rate threshold below/above the measured values

Reset the alarm limits to their original values

Refer to section 4.4, page 30 for instructions

Start the NIBP monitoring (see section 4.5.1, page 33)