How to Set Up a Philips HeartStart OnSite AED: A Quick Guide
It is crucial to know how to set up a Philips Heartstart OnSite AED. The Philips HeartStart OnSite AED is a user-friendly, life-saving tool for any workplace, school, home or public space. Set the AED up so it is ready to make a life-saving difference in an emergency. Here’s a step-by-step guide How to set up a Philips HeartStart OnSite AED, including answers to common questions.
Step-by-Step Setup Guide for Philips HeartStart OnSite AED
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Unbox and Inspect the AED and its pads and battery
- Open the box and verify that all parts are present. You should find the AED unit, a battery, and a set of pads. Some models may also include a carrying case.
- Inspect each part for any visible damage and confirm the pads have not been opened.
- If anything looks amiss, contact the manufacturer immediately.
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Pull the Green Activation Tab on the face of the AED – this will start up the AED
- Open the red AED case
- Locate the green activation tab that pokes out from between the bottom of the AED and the case of the AED.
- Pull out the green activation tab. It will fully come out with a bit of a pull.
- This action will start a self-test to confirm the AED is operational. Your AED will check itself every day!
- The pads and battery are installed in the AED already and will be ready to use.
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Run a Self-Test
- When the green activation tab is pulled, the AED will run a self-test.
- Follow the voice instructions to complete this test. The AED will inform you when the AED is ready for use.
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Place the AED in an Accessible Location
- The AED should be stored in an easy-to-access, visible location, such as a wall-mounted AED cabinet