Progetti Rescue Life User manual

RESCUE LIFE
EXTERNAL BIPHASIC DEFIBRILLATOR AND MONITOR
USER MANUAL V. 3.0 Feb. 2015

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GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION _______________________________________________ 1
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS_________________________________________________________________ 2
RESPONSIBILITY FOR INFORMATION______________________________________________________ 2
GENERAL____________________________________________________________________________ 2
DEFIBRILLATOR _______________________________________________________________________ 3
SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS_______________________________________________________________ 4
POSSIBLE ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE _____________________________________________________ 4
POSSIBLE IMPROPER DEVICE PERFORMANCE_______________________________________________ 4
POSSIBLE DEVICE SHUTDOWN OR NOT SWITCHING ON ______________________________________ 5
ELECTRICAL SAFETY GUIDELINES _________________________________________________________ 5
SYMBOLS USED_______________________________________________________________________ 6
INTRODUCTION _________________________________________________________________ 7
UNPACKING AND INSPECTING ___________________________________________________________ 7
DEVICE OPERATION AND STORAGE GUIDELINES_____________________________________________ 7
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE__________________________________________________________ 8
CONNECTING TO POWER _______________________________________________________________ 9
BATTERY CHARGE ____________________________________________________________________ 10
WARRANTY_________________________________________________________________________ 11
SERVICE____________________________________________________________________________ 12
OPERATIONAL _________________________________________________________________ 13
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION _______________________________________________________________ 13
INTENDED USE ______________________________________________________________________ 14
INDICATIONS________________________________________________________________________ 14
CONTRAINDICATIONS_________________________________________________________________ 14
FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION____________________________________________________________ 15
FRONT PANEL KEYS___________________________________________________________________ 16
FUNCTION KEYS (F1-F5) _______________________________________________________________ 17
LIGHT INDICATORS ___________________________________________________________________ 17
START SCREEN INTERFACE _____________________________________________________________ 18
DATE AND TIME SETUP________________________________________________________________ 18
OPERATIONAL SCREEN ________________________________________________________________ 19
SET-UP MENU _______________________________________________________________________ 20

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SPEED DIAL USE _____________________________________________________________________ 21
OPERATIONAL SCREEN FEATURES _______________________________________________________ 21
CONNECTIONS ______________________________________________________________________ 22
DEVICE AND PATIENT PREPARATION _______________________________________________ 23
PRODUCT CHECK_____________________________________________________________________ 23
HOW TO TEST THE DEFIBRILLATOR ______________________________________________________ 23
HOW TO USE THE ECG PATIENT CABLE CONNECTION AND ELECTRODES PLACEMENT ______________ 24
ECG CONNECTION____________________________________________________________________ 24
DEFIBRILLATION THERAPY________________________________________________________ 26
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR PROFESSIONAL USER_________________________________________ 26
HOW TO PREPARE THE PATIENT_________________________________________________________ 27
HOW TO PREPARE THE PEDIATRIC PATIENT________________________________________________ 28
DEFIBRILLATION________________________________________________________________ 29
DEFIBRILLATION PROCEDURE IN MANUAL ________________________________________________ 29
OR ADVISORY (ADV) MODE ____________________________________________________________ 29
AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATION (OPTIONAL) _________________________________ 31
INDICATIONS FOR USE ________________________________________________________________ 31
ECG ANALYSIS ALGORITHM ____________________________________________________________ 32
CPR PROTOCOL ______________________________________________________________________ 32
SELECTING THE AED OPERATION MODE __________________________________________________ 32
TO SELECT THE AED OPERATION MODE IS REALLY EASY. _____________________________________ 32
AUDIO AND TEXT PROMPTS ___________________________________________________________ 33
SEMIAUTOMATIC (AED) MODE FLOW CHART ______________________________________________ 34
PACEMAKER (OPTIONAL) ________________________________________________________ 34
SPO2 MONITORING _____________________________________________________________ 37
PULSE OXIMETRY SENSORS ____________________________________________________________ 38
SETTING THE ALARM _________________________________________________________________ 38
NIBP (NON INVASIVE BLOOD PRESSURE) ____________________________________________ 39
INTRODUCTION _____________________________________________________________________ 39
OPERATIONAL OVERVIEW _____________________________________________________________ 39
TERMINOLOGY FOR NIBP______________________________________________________________ 40
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS DURING THE NIBP MESURAMENT. ______________________________ 41
OPERATION_________________________________________________________________________ 43

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CUFF SELECTION & PLACEMENT ________________________________________________________ 43
ACTIVATION AND OPERATION OF THE NIBP MODE _________________________________________ 44
NIBP SET-UP MENU __________________________________________________________________ 45
OPERATION SEQUENCE _______________________________________________________________ 45
DATA BASE ____________________________________________________________________ 51
DESCRIPTION _______________________________________________________________________ 51
RECORDING_________________________________________________________________________ 51
DATA RETRIEVAL _____________________________________________________________________ 51
DATA BASE SCREEN___________________________________________________________________ 53
PRINTING AND PAPER CHANGE ___________________________________________________ 53
IN MANUAL MODE ___________________________________________________________________ 54
IN AUTOMATIC MODE ________________________________________________________________ 54
APPENDIX A__________________________________________________________________ 55
CLINICAL INFORMATION ______________________________________________________________ 55
HOW DOES BIPHASIC WAVEFORM DEFIBRILLATE? __________________________________________ 55
EASE IN COMPENSATION OF PATIENT IMPEDANCE__________________________________________ 56
MORE EFFICIENT THAN MONOPHASIC WAVEFORM_________________________________________ 56
REFERENCES ________________________________________________________________________ 60
APPENDIX B__________________________________________________________________ 60
ACCESSORIES AND MODULES __________________________________________________________ 60
APPENDIX C ___________________________________________________________________ 61
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS____________________________________________________________ 61
IMPENDANCE LIMITS _________________________________________________________________ 62
SYNC/NO SYNC MODE ________________________________________________________________ 62
CHARGING TIME TO ACHIEVE THE MAXIMUM ENERGY (230JOULE) ____________________________ 62
TECHNICAL FEATURES_________________________________________________________________ 63
APPENDIX D ___________________________________________________________________ 66
CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY______________________________________________________ 66
APPENDIX E___________________________________________________________________ 67
WARRANTY CERTIFICATE ______________________________________________________________ 67

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GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION
Thank you for choosing the RESCUE LIFE.
The RESCUE LIFE monitor/defibrillator is a complete acute cardiac care response system
designed for basic life support (BLS) and advanced life support (ALS) patient management
protocols.
RESCUE LIFE is designed to monitor the patient ECG signals and to deliver defibrillation shocks
in MANUAL, ADVISORY or AED mode. This Operator’s Manual contains all the information that
a user needs to operate the RESCUE LIFE properly.
PROGETTI S.r.l. reserves the right to make changes on the device specifications contained in
this manual at any time without prior notice or obligation to customer.
If you have any problems regarding the operation of the device, please do not hesitate to
contact the manufacturer.
These operating instructions include information and procedures related to all features and
options of the RESCUE LIFE monitor / defibrillator.
Your RESCUE LIFE monitor/defibrillator may not have all of these features or optional.
Please read this Operator’s Manual carefully and thoroughly before using the RESCUE LIFE.
This Manual contains instructions on how to operate and maintain the RESCUE LIFE.
It is very important that you fully understand all the necessary instructions discussed in this
manual so as to act quickly in an emergency.
PROGETTI S.r.l. designs and manufactures all of its products in accordance with international
standards (93/42/EEC). This ensures that PROGETTI S.r.l. provides products of high quality
and reliability.
In this regard:
ONLY PERSONS AUTHORIZED BY PROGETTI S.R.L.SHOULD DO THE SERVICING OF THE DEVICE.
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS IN THIS DEVICE.
You should operate this device in accordance with the instructions specified in this manual.
TO ENSURE SAFETY AND RELIABILITY,USE ONLY PARTS AND ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDED BY
PROGETTI S.R.L.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The following conditions are used either in this User Manual or on the RESCUE LIFE
defibrillator/monitor:
DANGER IMMEDIATE HAZARDS THAT WILL RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES THAT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH.
CAUTION HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES THAT MAY RESULT IN MINOR PERSONAL INJURY,
PRODUCT DAMAGE,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR INFORMATION
It is the obligation of our customers to ensure that the appropriate person(s) within their
organization have access to this information, including general safety information which are
given in this manual.
GENERAL
Assure yourself prior and after the use of the RESCUE LIFE that the unit is in safe and usable
condition (cables integrity, pads, battery status).
Assure that the battery charge , ECG trace, selected energy value, SYNC mode and status
battery are well functioning.
RESCUE LIFE is not intended for use in areas of highly inflammable anesthetics or other
inflammable substances, especially in high concentration of oxygen areas.
RESCUE LIFE does not have to be put or used nearby a nuclear spin tomography plant, which
is turned on.

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DEFIBRILLATOR
NEVER PUT IN CONTACT THE DEFIBRILLATOR PADDLES (SHORT CIRCUIT).
DEFIBRILLATION IN MANUAL MODE MUST BE PERFORMED ONLY BY HIGHLY TRAINED MEDICAL PERSONNEL.
BE SURE THAT BOTH SURFACES OF THE SHOCK PADDLES ARE COMPLETELY MOISTENED WITH GEL.
THE SHOCK PADDLES MUST BE HELD AT DISTANCE FROM OTHER ELECTRODES AND ANY METAL PARTS IN
CONTACT WITH THE PATIENT.THIS CONTACT CAN CAUSE ELECTRICAL ARCING AND PATIENT SKIN BURNS
DURING DEFIBRILLATION AND MAY DIVERT DEFIBRILLATING ENERGY AWAY FROM THE HEART MUSCLE
IN ORDER TO PREVENT ACCIDENTALLY CREATING CURRENT PATH FOR THE DEFIBRILLATION IMPULSE,THE
PARTS OF THE PATIENT BODY,SUCH AS THE HEAD OR LIMBS MUST NOT BE IN TOUCH WITH METAL PARTS,
BED FRAMES OR STRETCHERS. THE PATIENT MUST NOT BE TOUCHED DURING DEFIBRILLATION.
DURING DEFIBRILLATION WITH CONNECTED ECG CABLE ENSURE THAT ALL BINDING CLIPS ARE
CONNECTED WITH THE PATIENT.
WHEN DEFIBRILLATING CHILDREN (UNDER THE AGE OF 8YEARS AND WEIGHING LESS THAN 25 KG)DO
NOT EXCEED 4J/KG AND DO NOT USE THE ADVISORY OR AED MODE.
THE SHOCK PADDLES INCLUDING HANDLES SHOULD ALWAYS BE CLEANED THOROUGHLY AFTER USE.
DISCONNECT FROM THE PATIENT EVERY DEVICE THAT IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH APPLICATED PART
PROTECTED BY DEFIBRILLATION.
THE PATIENT CABLE PROVIDED BY PROGETTI S.R.L.IS DEFIBRILLATION PROTECTED AND IT CAN BE
CONNECTED.
DO NOT REUSE DISPOSABLE PADS. CHECK THAT THE CASE IS IN GOOD CONDITION AND THAT THE
DISPOSABLE PADS HAVE NOT YET REACHED THEIR EXPIRATION DATE.

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SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS
The defibrillator delivers up to 230 joules of electrical energy.
Unless properly used as described in these operating instructions, this electrical energy may
cause serious injury or death.
Do not attempt to operate this device unless thoroughly familiar with these operating
instructions and the function of all controls, indicators, connectors, and accessories.
Do not disassemble the defibrillator. It contains no operator serviceable components and
dangerous high voltages may be present. Contact authorized service personnel for repair.
DO NOT IMMERSE ANY PORTION OF THIS DEFIBRILLATOR IN WATER OR OTHER FLUIDS. AVOID SPILLING
ANY FLUIDS ON DEFIBRILLATOR OR ACCESSORIES. SPILLED LIQUIDS MAY CAUSE THE DEFIBRILLATOR AND
ACCESSORIES TO PERFORM INACCURATELY OR FAIL. DO NOT CLEAN WITH KETONES OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE AGENTS. DO NOT AUTOCLAVE OR STERILIZE THIS DEFIBRILLATOR OR ACCESSORIES UNLESS
OTHERWISE SPECIFIED
USE CARE WHEN OPERATING THIS DEVICE CLOSE TO OXYGEN SOURCES (SUCH AS BAG-VALVE-MASK
DEVICES OR VENTILATOR TUBING). TURN OFF GAS SOURCE OR MOVE SOURCE AWAY FROM PATIENT
DURING DEFIBRILLATION.
POSSIBLE ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE
Using cables, electrodes, or accessories not specified for use with this defibrillator may result
in increased emissions or immunity from electromagnetic or radio frequency interference (RFI)
which could affect the performance of this defibrillator or of equipment in close proximity. Use
only parts and accessories specified in these operating instructions. This defibrillator may
cause electromagnetic interference (EMI) especially during charge and energy transfers.
EMI may affect the performance of equipment operating in close proximity.
Verify the effects of defibrillator discharge on other equipment prior to using the defibrillator in
an emergency, if possible.
POSSIBLE IMPROPER DEVICE PERFORMANCE
Using other manufacturers’ cables, electrodes, or batteries may cause the device to perform
improperly and may invalidate the safety agency certifications. Use only the accessories that
are specified in these operating instructions.

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POSSIBLE DEVICE SHUTDOWN OR NOT SWITCHING ON
Always check that the battery is fully charged.
WHEN OPERATING ON BATTERY POWER,THE LARGE CURRENT DRAW REQUIRED FOR DEFIBRILLATOR
CHANGING MAY CAUSE THE DEFIBRILLATOR TO REACH SHUTDOWN VOLTAGE LEVELS WITH NO LOW
BATTERY WARNING. IF THE DEFIBRILLATOR SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT WARNING,OR IF A BATTERY LOW
MESSAGE APPEARS ON THE MONITOR SCREEN,THE OPERATOR HAS TO CONNECT IMMEDIATELY THE AC
POWER CORD TO AN OUTLET.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
Use only the original power cord during recharging. The right value for the AC power supply is:
100V to 240V, 50 / 60 Hz AC.
During recharging, do not place the device where the environmental conditions exceed the
storage conditions specified.
DURING OPERATION,THE DEVICE SHOULD BE PLACED AWAY FROM SOURCES OF ELECTROMAGNETIC
INTERFERENCE SUCH AS MOTORS,GENERATORS, X-RAY EQUIPMENT,RADIO TRANSMITTERS,CELLULAR
MOBILE TELEPHONES AND OTHERS,AS THESE MIGHT INTERFERE WITH THE SIGNALS BEING ACQUIRED.
The RESCUE LIFE is classified as follows:
Class II, BF equipment in terms of electrical safety (EN 60601-1).
ECG patient cable input is a Class II, CF (EN60601-1)
The Electromagnetic compatibility level is Class B according to the
EN 60601-1-2 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Requirements).

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SYMBOLS USED
The symbols below may be found in this manual or rear sticker or accessories of Rescue Life
defibrillator.
Symbol Description
Power ON/OFF button
Charge button
Status Led
SHOCK button
BF type, defibrillation proof equipment
Attention: Refer to the User Manual.
Instructions in the User Manual.
0068 CE Marking
Serial Number

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INTRODUCTION
UNPACKING AND INSPECTING
Be sure that you have all the required supplies and accessories including cables and ECG
paper, when you remove the RESCUE LIFE defibrillator/monitor from the container used for the
shipment. Verify the defibrillator and all accessories for any sign of damage that may have
occurred during shipping. If possible, save the shipping container and foam inserts in case you
must ship the defibrillator in the future.
DEVICE OPERATION AND STORAGE GUIDELINES
Do not operate or store the device in conditions that are
beyond the following specified limits.
Operating Conditions
Temperature -10 °C to 50 °C
Humidity 5 % to 95 % (non-condensing)
Storage Conditions
Temperature -20 °C to 70 °C
Humidity 5 % to 95 % (non-condensing)
Do not store the device in areas with highly fluctuating
temperatures
Do not operate or store the device in environments with
high concentration of flammable gas or anesthetics.
Only personnel authorized by the manufacturer shall open
the device for servicing. There are no user serviceable
components inside the device.

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
After each use, clean the defibrillator and the reusable pads using a soft, damp cloth
moistened with any of the following solvents:
Water and soap
Clorexina and water mixture (30 ml clorexina/liter of water)
Ammonia
Hydrogen peroxide
If necessary, sterilize just the defibrillation pad part touching the patient skin only with liquid
CIDEX.
DO NOT IMMERSE ANY PART OF THE DEFIBRILLATOR IN FLUIDS.
DO NOT LET ANY FLUID ENTER THE CASE OF THE DEVICE DO NOT USE ABRASIVE MATERIALS IN CLEANING
THE UNIT,ESPECIALLY ON THE LCD DISPLAY.
DO NOT STERILIZE THE DEVICE.
DO NOT REUSE THE DISPOSABLE PADS.
POSSIBLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
DO NOT CLEAN ANY PART OF THIS DEVICE OR ACCESSORIES WITH BLEACH,BLEACH DILUTION,OR
PHENOLIC COMPOUNDS. DO NOT USE ABRASIVE OR FLAMMABLE CLEANING AGENTS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
STERILIZE THIS DEVICE OR ANY ACCESSORIES UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED IN ACCESSORY OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
The operator has to do daily maintenance checks that will help ensure that the device stays in
perfect operational condition.
Check the case of the device for any apparent damage.
Check the ports (defibrillator lead port, patient cable port, AC plug and cable, paddles).
Check the accessories, especially the defibrillation pads and cables, to see that they are in
good condition.
Check the battery status and if the level is low attach the power cord to the AC line. The
internal nickel-metal hydride battery is rechargeable and intended to be used for standby
operation. The defibrillator automatically switches to battery power when the power cord is
disconnected from an AC outlet or from the defibrillator.

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CONNECTING TO POWER
The RESCUE LIFE defibrillator/monitor operates on AC (line) power or with internal
rechargeable battery.
You can switch from battery to AC power or AC power to battery while the device is on and in
use by plugging in or unplugging the AC power cord.
AC Operation
The AC Mains LED illuminates, when the RESCUE LIFE defibrillator/monitor operates on AC
power. When the defibrillator is not in use, maintain better the battery charge connecting the
power cord to an AC outlet and turn off the defibrillator.
Battery Operation
The defibrillator automatically switches to battery power when the power cord is
disconnected from an AC outlet or from the defibrillator. The internal nickel-metal hydride
battery is rechargeable and intended to be used for standby
operation.
A new, completely charged battery provides approximately 100 shocks at 230J-discharges, 70
minutes of pacing, or approximately 180 minutes of continuous monitoring before the
defibrillator turns off.
Connect instantly the power cord into an AC outlet to continue use and start recharging the
battery, when the LOW BATTERY message appears on the screen.
If low battery messages often appear, the battery may need to be replaced.
Please contact PROGETTI Technical Service or qualified service personnel for assistance.
Partially depleted batteries recharge for a time period that corresponds to the time the
defibrillator was in use. For example, if the device was used one hour, the required recharge
time will be around one hour.
In order to improve the monitoring performance we suggest to connect the defibrillator to AC
power after each use to recharge the battery.
Normally, new fully depleted batteries recharge for 3 hours to regain full capacity.

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BATTERY CHARGE
When the message of the battery status displays a value under 70%, batteries should be
charged. Insert the power supply cord in the RESCUE LIFE socket (located on the back side)
and connect to the AC line. The battery status led will switch on.
When the charge finished the led will switch off. To see the battery charge status switch on the
device with pads connector not attached.
WHEN THE DEVICE IS OFF,DO NOT LEAVE THE AC CHARGER CONNECTED MORE THAN 4HOURS. IF AFTER
THIS TIME THE CHARGING LIGHT DOES NOT GO OFF,PLEASE CONTACT THE SERVICE CENTER FOR
CHANGING THE BATTERIES.

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WARRANTY
Every device that goes out of the assembly line passes through a full reliability tests. In case of
problems, our maintenance and exchange policies are in accordance with the relevant
consumer protection laws and regulations in the particular country where the device is sold.
The warranty period of this device is one year after the date of purchase. Other warranty
period may be agreed with the users.
When the device malfunctions during the warranty period it will be repaired free of charge by
our service centers.
When you submit the device for maintenance, please specify the details as listed below :
- Product name.
- Product serial number.
- Date of purchase.
- Name of sales representative.
- Information of customer and a brief description of the problems encountered.
All of the service works for the product must be undertaken only by the producer or its
authorized agents.
If unauthorized personnel render repairing service during the warranty period, this warranty
becomes null and void.
PROGETTI has no information regarding the performance or effectiveness of its RESCUE LIFE
defibrillators if they are used with defibrillation electrodes or other parts and supplies from
other sources. Using defibrillation electrodes, adapter devices, or other parts and accessories
from other sources than PROGETTI is not recommended. If device failure is attributable to
defibrillation electrodes or other parts or supplies not manufactured by PROGETTI, this may
void the warranty.

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SERVICE
We remind that only PROGETTI S.r.l. or its authorized representatives should service the
device. If unauthorized personnel service the device during the warranty period, the warranty
will become null and void.
Regularly maintenance and testing of the RESCUE LIFE defibrillator/monitor and accessories
will help to detect and prevent possible electrical and mechanical discrepancies.
When the device is not functioning properly, it has to be submitted for maintenance
immediately.
When any abnormalities are found in the device or when a danger to bodily harm exists, the
device has to be repaired fast and adequately by authorized personnel.
When the need for maintenance arises please contact PROGETTI S.r.l. or its authorized
representatives immediately. Prepare a summary of the problems. Also include the name of
model, product serial number, date of purchase, name of sales representative, customer
information.
You can open a service procedure directly on our website www.progettimedical.com
section/service, following the instructions. You can also check the service status in real time.
Main service center:
PROGETTI S.r.l
Strada del Rondello, 5
10028 Trofarello (Torino)
Italy
Email [e-mail]
Web site www.progettimedical.com

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OPERATIONAL
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
RESCUE LIFE is an external defibrillator and monitor for acute cardiac care response used by
authorized healthcare providers in hospital and clinic settings.
The RESCUE LIFE defibrillator and monitor is available only with the biphasic defibrillation
waveform. The delivered energy is adjusted to the patient impedance to obtain the best result.
It is a battery powered, lightweight and portable device designed to deliver defibrillation
shocks during rescue operations.
In manual mode the user has to do the analysis of the ECG trace of the patient and set the
energy level of the shock to be delivered. The energy range is from 1 to 230 Joules.
During synchronized cardio-version, the defibrillating shock is delivered in less than 50
milliseconds of the occurrence of the ECG 'R' peak.
The RESCUE LIFE in the basic configuration has only the manual mode available and the ECG
monitoring can be done by defibrillation pads (1 trace) or by 5 leads ECG monitoring cable
assembly from PROGETTI S.r.l. (3+3 traces). The RESCUE LIFE can be supplied with (optional)
3 or 10 leads ECG cable.
Optional module: RESCUE LIFE can be ordered with ADVISORY/AED mode, Pacemaker, SpO2
as well as NIBP.
On the AED version RESCUE LIFE includes a mass storage 4Gb memory for recording the ECG
trace and events.
Integrated thermal printer allows the hardcopy of the ECG traces.
The RESCUE LIFE may be equipped with disposable defibrillation pads. Through these pads,
the electrical signal from the patient’s heart is acquired. The defibrillation shock is delivered
also through the same defibrillation pads.
IN CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 8YEARS OR WEIGHING LESS THAN 25 KG DO NOT EXCEED 4
JOULE/KG.
DONOT USE AED MODE IN NEWBORN.
IF BATTERIES ARE NOT FULLY CHARGED AFTER A 4HOURS CHARGING PERIOD,PLEASE CONTACT THE
MANUFACTURER OR ITS AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES,OR OPEN A SERVICE PROCESS ON OUR WEBSITE
WWW.PROGETTIMEDICAL.COM SECTION /SERVICE.

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INTENDED USE
In manual mode the RESCUE LIFE is intended for use by health care professionals and
emergency rescue personnel who have been trained in advanced cardiac life support. The user
must know how to interpret ECG's, decide the energy level required and when the defibrillation
is necessary.
When used in AED mode, the RESCUE LIFE is a semiautomatic defibrillator that provides a
prompted treatment protocol and ECG analysis using special analysis algorithm.
This software algorithm analyzes the patient’s electrocardiographic (ECG) rhythm and indicates
whether or not a shockable rhythm is detected.
AED mode requires operator interaction in order to defibrillate the patient.
AED MODE ON RESCUE LIFE IS RECOMMENDED FOR USE BY PERSONNEL WHO ARE AUTHORIZED BY A
PHYSICIAN OR MEDICAL DIRECTOR AND HAVE,AT A MINIMUM,THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND TRAINING:
CPR TRAINING
AED TRAINING EQUIVALENT TO THAT RECOMMENDED BY THE AMERICAN HEART
ASSOCIATION (AHA) OR THE EUROPEAN RESUSCITATION COUNCIL (ERC)
TRAINING IN THE USE OF THE RESCUE LIFE DEFIBRILLATOR IN AED MODE
INDICATIONS
Asynchronous defibrillation – the shock delivery is not synchronized with the ECG 'R' peak.
In asynchronous defibrillation, the RESCUE LIFE is indicated for use on patients with the
following symptoms:
Unconsciousness
Absence of normal breathing and
Lack of detectable pulse.
Rhythms need a shock.
Synchronous defibrillation – the shock delivery is synchronized with the 'R' peak of the
patient’s ECG.
In synchronous defibrillation, the RESCUE LIFE is indicated for use on patients with ECG's that
show the presence of Atrial Fibrillation.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
The RESCUE LIFE should not be used in defibrillation mode on patients that:
Are conscious
Are breathing normally
Have detectable pulse.