ZOLL SurePower Manual

SurePower™Charger Station
Operator’s Guide
9650-0535-01 Rev. C

The issue date for the SurePower ™Charger Station Operator’s Guide (REF 9650-0535-01 Rev. C) is
April, 2015.
If more than three years have elapsed since the issue date, contact ZOLL Medical Corporation to
determine if additional product information updates are available.
ZOLL and PowerCharger are registered trademarks, and SurePower is a trademark of ZOLL Medical
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Preface
Using this Manual ......................................................................................................ii
Organization ........................................................................................................ii
Symbols Used on the Equipment .......................................................................iii
Conventions ........................................................................................................v
Inspection and Service............................................................................................. vi
Contacting Technical Service ............................................................................vi
Safety ..................................................................................................................... viii
Warnings ..........................................................................................................viii
Cautions .............................................................................................................ix
Notes ..................................................................................................................ix
FDA Tracking Requirements ...............................................................................x
Notification of Adverse Events ............................................................................x
Chapter 1 Product Overview
SurePower Charger Station Charging Bays........................................................................1-1
Battery Bay Panels .....................................................................................................1-2
Charger and Battery Keys ..........................................................................................1-3
Battery Charging Requirements .................................................................................1-3
Charging Methods ..............................................................................................................1-4
AutoTest .....................................................................................................................1-4
QuickCharge ...............................................................................................................1-4
ManualTest .................................................................................................................1-4
Chapter 2 Set Up
Powering on the Charger....................................................................................................2-2
Self Test at Power On .................................................................................................2-2
Installing Battery Well Spacers (Optional)...........................................................................2-3
Chapter 3 Operation
Troubleshooting Charging Faults........................................................................................3-4
Testing Batteries (Manual Procedure) ................................................................................3-4
When Should You Test and Recalibrate a Battery? ...................................................3-4
Performing a Manual Battery Test ..............................................................................3-5
Testing Battery Bays...........................................................................................................3-6
Charger Operation -- General Information..........................................................................3-7
Indicators When Powering On or Testing the Unit .............................................................3-7
Indicators When Charging a Battery ...........................................................................3-8
Indicators When Removing a Battery .........................................................................3-9

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Inspection............................................................................................................................4-1
Cleaning..............................................................................................................................4-1
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................4-2
Chapter 5 Using ZOLL Rechargable Batteries Effectively
Getting the Most from Your Lead Acid Batteries.................................................................5-1
Replacing Batteries .....................................................................................................5-1
Low Battery Message .................................................................................................5-1
Getting the Most from Your SurePower Battery Pack ...............................................................5-2
Developing a Battery Management Program......................................................................5-2
Chapter 6 Product Specifications -- SurePower Charger Station
SurePower Charger Station ................................................................................................6-1
Appendix A Manufacturer’sDeclaration--ElectromagneticEmissionsand
Immunity-Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration --
Electromagnetic Emissions
Electromagnetic Immunity Declaration (EID) ............................................................. A-2
EID for Non-Life-Support Functions ........................................................................... A-3
Recommended Separation Distances from RF Equipment for Non-Life-Support
Functions ................................................................................................................. A-4

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Preface
This manual describes how to set up, use, and maintain ZOLL Medical Corporation’s
SurePower™Charger Station, which you use to test, recalibrate, and charge ZOLL’s
rechargable defibrillator batteries.
It is important that you read and understand the information in this manual. The proper
charging and maintenance of ZOLL’s rechargable defibrillator batteries is critical to the reliable
operation of your ZOLL defibrillator.

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Using this Manual
This section describes the organization of the ZOLL SurePower Charger Station Operator’s
Guide.
Organization
The manual is organized as follows:
Preface
Provides introductory information about this manual: the manual’s organization, the symbols
and conventions that the manual uses, and important warnings and notices regarding the
SurePower Charger Station.
Chapter 1 Product Overview
Provides a general overview of the SurePower Charger Station.
Chapter 2 Set Up
Describes how to set up the SurePower Charger Station.
Chapter 3 Operation
Describes how to use the SurePower Charger Station to test, recalibrate, and charge ZOLL’s
rechargable defibrillator batteries.
Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Describes how to clean and maintain the SurePower Charger Station and how to troubleshoot
operating problems.
Chapter 5 Battery Management
Provides general information on how to run an effective battery management program. This
chapter also provides general information on how to set up a battery recyling program.
Chapter 6 Product Specifications
Provides a detailed list of product specifications for the ZOLL SurePower Charger Station.
Appendix A Manufacturer’s Declaration -- Electromagnetic Emissions
Provides information on electromagnetic emissions in regard to the SurePower Charger
Station.

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Symbols Used on the Equipment
This manual, the SurePower Charger Station, or the SurePower Battery Pack may display any
or all of the following symbols:
Symbol Description
Attention! Refer to Operator’s Guide for more information.
DANGER high voltage present.
Protective (earth) ground terminal.
Alternating current.
Temperature Limitation.
Conformité Européenne Complies with medical device directive 93/42/EEC.
Contains lead. Recycle or dispose of properly.
Contains lithium. Recycle or dispose of properly.
Keep away from open flame and high heat.
Do not discard in trash. Recycle or dispose of properly.
Nonionizing electromagnetic radiation.

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Return to a collection site intended for waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE). Do not dispose of in unsorted trash.
Signal I/O connector (RS-232) for connection to a personal computer for use
with optional software.
With respect to electric shock, fire, mechanical, and other specified hazards
only in accordance with UL 60601-1 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1, Medical
Equipment Certified for USA and Canada 58NA.
Manufacturer.
Authorized representative in the European Community.
Serial Number.
Catalogue number.
Consult instructions for use.
Symbol Description

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Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
Warning! Warning statements describe conditions or actions that can result in personal injury or
death.
Caution Caution statements describe conditions or actions that can result in damage to the SurePower
Charger Station.
Note: Notes contain additional information on using and maintaining the SurePower Charger
Station.
The manual displays button and LED labels in bold face type.

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Inspection and Service
When unpacking the SurePower Charger Station, carefully inspect each container for damage.
If the shipping container or cushion material is damaged, keep it until you have checked the
contents for completeness and the unit has been checked for mechanical and electrical integrity.
If the contents are incomplete, if there is physical damage, or if the unit does not pass its
electrical self-test, North American customers should call ZOLL’s Technical Service
Department. Customers outside of the United States and Canada should contact their ZOLL
authorized representative. If the shipping container is damaged, also notify the carrier.
Contacting Technical Service
The SurePower Charger Station does not require periodic recalibration or adjustment. You
should, however, periodically perform the tests that this manual describes to verify proper
operation of the unit.
If the SurePower Charger Station requires service, North American customers should contact
the ZOLL Technical Service Department:
Telephone: [phone]
1-978-421-9655
FAX: [phone]
Customers outside of the United States and Canada should contact their ZOLL authorized
representative.
When requesting service for the SurePower Charger Station, please provide the following
information to the Technical Service representative:
•Unit serial number
•Description of the problem
•Department using the equipment
•Purchase order to allow tracking of loan equipment
•Purchase order for a unit with an expired warranty