810-2485-02 Eng - S

AED 20
TM
Automated External Defibrillator
User Manual
Software version 7.09X
ii Welch Allyn AED 20 Automated External Defibrillator
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product, that may result from failure to use this product in accordance with the instructions, cautions,
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Reorder Part Number 810-2484-XX

Manual Part Number 810-2485-02 Rev. A, 01/2007
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Contents
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
1 - Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Conventions Used in the Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
General Cautions and Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Patient Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Defibrillator and Electrode Pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Battery Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Care and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Electrodes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 - Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
System Upgrades and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Qualified Operators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Preparing the Defibrillator for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Getting to Know the Defibrillator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Defibrillator Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Battery Charging and Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Preparing the Defibrillator for Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3 - Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Operating Procedures—Quick Reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Operating Procedures—Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4 - Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Menu Structure Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Menu Structure Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Accessing the User Menu from Automated Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Accessing the User Menu from Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
User Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Supervisor Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
5 - Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
6 - Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Frequently Asked Questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
iv Contents Welch Allyn AED 20 Automated External Defibrillator
A - Glossary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
B - Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
AED 20 Pediatric Energy Reducer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
C - Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
D - Summary Of Studies Of Waveform Safety & Effectiveness . . . . . 83
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Preface
WARNING Do not attempt to use this equipment without thoroughly reading
and understanding these instructions.
Medical Device Registration

Welch Allyn and its distributors are required by FDA medical device tracking regulations
and other national regulatory authorities to maintain records of end-users that purchase
Welch Allyn's defibrillators. Please provide us with the information requested in the
device registration card to assist us in complying with the defibrillator tracking
requirement and to enable us to contact you promptly in the unlikely event that there is a
problem with your defibrillator. If you transfer the defibrillator to another person or
company please notify us of the new owner by calling Welch Allyn at 800-289-2501 (toll-
free in USA) or 503-530-7500. Likewise, if the defibrillator is retired from use or otherwise
permanently disposed of, please call and notify us and provide the date of retirement or
disposition.
Manufacturer’s Responsibility
Welch Allyn is responsible for the safety, reliability, and performance of the defibrillator
only if the following conditions are met:
• Assembly operations, extensions, readjustments, modifications, or repairs are

carried out by persons authorized by Welch Allyn.
• The defibrillator is used in accordance with the instructions for use.
User’s Responsibility
The user is required to be trained in basic monitoring, vital signs assessment, and
emergency cardiac care. The user should be completely knowledgeable of the
information in the Directions for Use. As with all other electronic patient care monitors,
good clinical judgment should be used when operating the defibrillator. To ensure patient
safety and proper operation, use only Welch Allyn-authorized parts and accessories.
User must save all shipping containers and packaging materials. When shipping the
defibrillator and accessories for calibration, service, or upgrades, the original shipping
containers and packaging materials must be used.
Contact and Technical Support

Please contact Welch Allyn (page ii) if you have any questions regarding this notice.
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Indemnification Against Defects

Welch Allyn Automated External Defibrillators (AED 20)
US Customers
Welch Allyn provides the following indemnity to persons or legal entities (the Purchaser)
that originally purchase or lease a Welch Allyn AED 20 from Welch Allyn or an authorized
distributor appointed by Welch Allyn.
Welch Allyn will, at its cost, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Purchaser from
third-party claims or legal actions for liability or damages resulting from bodily injury or
death caused by a mechanical or electrical failure of the Purchaser's Welch Allyn AED 20
or the malfunction of the Purchaser's Welch Allyn AED 20 due to a defect in its design or
manufacture.
This indemnity does not extend to or cover any claim or legal action for liability or
damages in connection with the use of the Purchaser's Welch Allyn AED 20 to the extent
caused by: 1) negligent operation of the Welch Allyn AED 20, or failure to follow the
sequential operating instructions for use of the Welch Allyn AED 20, or 2) failures or
malfunctions of the Welch Allyn AED 20 that are due to improper maintenance, including
without limitation, malfunctions of pads or batteries that occur after expiration of their
shelf life or malfunctions of repairs, replacement parts, pads, or batteries that are not
provided by Welch Allyn.
This indemnification is expressly conditioned on the Purchaser's fulfilling the following

obligations with respect to any claim for which indemnification will be requested (the
Claim). The Purchaser will send to Welch Allyn, at the address shown below, written
notice of the Claim, promptly after the Purchaser obtains knowledge of the Claim. The
Purchaser also will provide to Welch Allyn all assistance reasonably requested by Welch
Allyn for evaluation of the Claim or defense of the Claim. Such assistance will include: 1)
providing to Welch Allyn possession of the Welch Allyn AED 20 involved in the Claim
(including any electronic record created by the Welch Allyn AED 20 of the event involved
in the Claim) for analysis of the cause of any failure, and 2) providing to Welch Allyn and its
counsel all other evidence relevant to the Claim, whether in the form of documents or
testimony. Welch Allyn will promptly notify the Purchaser in writing if Welch Allyn
determines that the Claim is not covered by this indemnity, and Welch Allyn shall have the
unrestricted authority to defend or settle any Claims for which indemnification is required
by this agreement. However, the Purchaser shall retain the right to participate, at its own
expense, in the defense or settlement of any Claim that is covered by this indemnity.
Address for notification of Claims:
Welch Allyn
4341 State Street Road
Skaneateles Falls, NY 13153
Attn: General Counsel
Phone: 315-685-2500
Fax: 315-685-4496
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1 Safety
Conventions Used in the Manual
Warnings
Warnings alert the user to a special condition that could result in serious personal injury or
death. In this manual, warnings are displayed as shown in the following example:
WARNING Includes conditions, hazards, or unsafe practices that can result in

serious personal injury or death.
Cautions
Cautions alert the user to a special condition that could result in minor personal injury or
damage to the equipment. In this manual, cautions are displayed as shown in the
following example:
Caution Conditions, hazards, or unsafe practices that can result in minor

personal injury, damage to the defibrillator, or loss of data.
Notes
Notes contain information that augments or clarifies an operating step. Notes do not
normally contain actions. They follow the procedural steps to which they refer. In this
manual, notes are displayed as shown in the following example:
Note The default supervisor password is 1-2-3.
Voice Prompts
The defibrillator provides audio instructions through the built-in speaker to provide
operating instruction and assist the user during defibrillation. In this manual, voice
prompts are displayed as shown in the following example:
“Low battery.”
2 Safety Welch Allyn AED 20 Automated External Defibrillator
General Cautions and Notices

Supervisor Menu
Advanced system operating options, such as Manual Mode and EMS Mode, are intended
for use only by trained medical professionals. These options should be selected only if
defined by a Supervisor as part of the usage protocol for this device.
Damaged
If the defibrillator has been damaged in any way, refer it to qualified service personnel.
Labels
Observe all CAUTION and WARNING labels on the defibrillator and accessories.
Performance
The defibrillator may not meet performance specifications if stored, transported, or used
outside the specified storage or operating environmental range limits.
Notices
U.S. Federal law restricts this defibrillator to be used by or on the order of a physician. If
the battery pack is removed for any reason, the user must label the defibrillator as “Out of
service due to battery operation.”
Patient Safety
General
WARNING An accessory adapter is required for use on pediatric patients. The
defibrillator is not to be used in Automated mode on patients younger than 8
years old or weighing less than 25 kg (55 lbs) unless it is equipped with the
accessory AED 20 Pediatric Energy Reducer (part number 002174-U).
WARNING Do not use the AED 20 Pediatric Energy Reducer when the
defibrillator is in Manual Mode.
WARNING Ferromagnetic equipment. ECG electrodes and cables contain

ferromagnetic materials. They must not be used in the presence of large
magnetic fields created by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment. The
large magnetic fields generated by an MRI device could move ferromagnetic
equipment with an extremely violent force that could cause serious personal
injury or death to persons between the defibrillator and the MRI device.
Caution Patient physical harm. Place the defibrillator in a position where it

cannot harm the patient should it fall. Do not use adjacent to or stacked with
other equipment. Keep all cables and connectors away from the patient’s neck.
User Manual Safety 3
Caution Manual mode is for use only by qualified operators who have been
trained in rhythm recognition and treatment through manual charging and
delivery of defibrillation shocks. Follow all instructions in this user manual.
Shock Hazard
WARNING Defibrillation current can cause injury. Do not touch the patient
during defibrillation. Do not touch equipment connected to or metal objects in
contact with the patient during defibrillation. Disconnect other electrical
equipment from the patient before defibrillating.
Caution Use Automated Mode only on victims of cardiac arrest who are
unconscious, not breathing and unresponsive.
Burns
WARNING Properly place defibrillation pads. Do not allow defibrillation pads to
touch each other, or to touch other ECG electrodes, lead wires, dressings,
transdermal patches, etc. Such contact can cause patient skin burns during
defibrillation and may divert defibrillating current away from the heart.
Remove excessive body hair, which may cause skin burns or ineffective energy
transfer.
WARNING Use Welch Allyn electrode monitoring cables only. Do not replace
the electrode monitoring cable with a substitute. Using any other cable may
cause burns to the patient.
Electrical Energy
WARNING The defibrillator can deliver 360 joules of electrical energy. Before
charging the defibrillator, verify that the energy selected on the display is the
desired output. Disconnect any medical electronic device that is not labelled
“defibrillation protected” from the patient. If this electrical energy is not
discharged properly, it could cause personal injury or death to the operator or
bystander. During defibrillation, the operator and all other people must stand clear
of the patient, bed, and all conductive surfaces in contact with the patient.
WARNING Properly place defibrillation pads. Do not place electrodes near the
generator of an internal pacemaker. Always apply electrodes to flat areas of skin.
Avoid application over folds of skin such as those underneath the breast or on
obese patients. Excessive hair, poor adhesion, or air under electrode may produce
burns.
ECG Misinterpretation
WARNING Properly place the defibrillation pads. Improperly placed pads may
produce incorrect analysis and an inappropriate shock or no shock decision
advisory.
WARNING Do not move the patient. Handling or transporting the patient during
ECG analysis can cause incorrect or delayed diagnosis. Follow all instructions in
the User Manual.
WARNING Cardiac pacemakers may affect rhythm analysis. Patient pacemakers

may reduce the sensitivity of the defibrillator analysis and errors in detecting
shockable rhythms.
WARNING Radio frequency (RF) interference. Do not operate the defibrillator in

conjunction with electrocautery or diathermy equipment. Any equipment that
emits strong radio frequency signals can cause electrical interference and distort
the ECG signal to cause inaccurate interpretation of rhythm.
Caution Do not use the electrode monitoring cable for Automatic Rhythm
Analysis. Proper skin preparation and the use of fresh, high-quality monitoring
electrodes are imperative to minimize artifact when using the electrode
monitoring cable.
Defibrillator and Electrode Pads

Explosion
WARNING Explosion hazard. Do not use the defibrillator in the presence of
flammable anesthetics or concentrated oxygen.
Electrical Shock or Fire Hazard

WARNING No internal, operator-serviceable parts. Do not open the defibrillator,
remove covers, or attempt to repair it. All servicing must be performed by
qualified personnel.
WARNING Improper use can cause injury. The defibrillator contains an

automatic disarm of the stored energy. If the operator has not delivered the
energy to a patient or a test load, an internal timer will disarm the stored energy.
This stored electrical energy can potentially cause death or injury if discharged
improperly. Follow all instructions in this users manual.
Caution Do not immerse or expose the defibrillator to water or other liquids. Do

not use the defibrillator if unit has been immersed in liquid or if excessive
condensation is visible on the device.
Caution Conductive parts should not contact other conductive parts including
the earth.
Improper Performance
WARNING Use only accessories approved by Welch Allyn. Do not use
defibrillation pads, batteries, and other accessories not approved by Welch Allyn.
Use of unauthorized accessories may cause the device to operate improperly and
provide false measurements. Follow all labelling instructions on the defibrillation
pads and the battery.
WARNING Do not administer a shock using the electrode monitoring cable. The
electrode monitoring cable has protective circuitry that prevents defibrillation
energy from being delivered to the patient. Always check the expiration date on
defibrillation pads. Do not use pads if the packaging has been previously opened.
The defibrillator may interpret excessively dry defibrillation pads as an attached
electrode monitoring cable.
Caution Do not repeatedly charge and discharge the defibrillator in rapid

succession. If a need for repetitive testing arises, wait at least 1 minute for every
third discharge to avoid damaging equipment.
Caution Improper maintenance can cause improper performance. Follow

instructions in the User Manual.
Caution Use Manual Mode properly. In the manual mode, if a new energy level
is selected after the charge button is pushed and while the defibrillator is
charging, the defibrillator will automatically charge to the new energy selection.
The CHARGE button need not be pressed again to select the new energy level.
Battery Care
Caution The battery is shipped discharged. Charge the rechargeable battery
fully before use.
Caution Use only Welch Allyn PowerStick batteries. Use either the rechargeable
NiMH PowerStick or the non-rechargeable Lithium PowerStick. Use of any other
battery can damage the defibrillator.
Caution Make sure the rechargeable battery is fully charged. Loss of power
during patient care could result in injury. Always have a fully charged back-up
battery available.
Caution Never attempt to recharge a non-rechargeable battery.
Caution Check the capacity of a non-rechargeable battery after each use.

Replace the battery if “Low Battery” is indicated.
Caution Replace the rechargeable battery at 24 months. Battery replacement at

24 months is recommended due to degradation of the battery chemistry. Periodic
maintenance and testing is highly recommended to ensure proper battery
performance.
Caution Use the battery charger to maintain a full battery charge. Make sure
the charger is plugged into an AC power source. Keep the charger in a dry,
moisture-free location, away from direct sunlight or other heat sources. Do not
block the ventilation slots or remove the cover.
Care and Storage

Caution Clean and maintain the defibrillator according to instructions. (See
“Maintenance” on page 55.) Do not clean the defibrillator with alcohol, ketone, or
any flammable agent. Do not autoclave the defibrillator or attempt to sterilize it or
any accessories.
Electrodes
WARNING Follow manufacturer’s instructions for use of defibrillation
electrodes. Improper use of defibrillation electrodes may cause the defibrillator to
function improperly or may cause skin burns. Do not use expired, dry electrodes.
Do not reuse disposable electrodes. When obtaining a new supply, verify that the
electrodes connect properly to the defibrillator before putting them into service.
Caution Properly store and use defibrillation pads. Store electrodes in a cool,
dry location (between 60° and 95 °F or 15° and 35 °C.). Do not sterilize the pads,
immerse, or clean the electrodes with alcohol or solvents.
Safety Symbols
Graphical symbols, letter symbols, and signs listed below may be found on the
defibrillator and accessories. Note the use of these symbols for safe and proper use of
the equipment.
Consult accompanying documents Earth (ground)
Defibrillator protected, type BF patient Defibrillator protected, type CF patient

connection connection
Dangerous voltage Negative input terminal
Altitude limit Positive input terminal

n
Fragile Humidity limit

n%
Stacking limit by number Temperature limits
n
Keep away from rain This way up
LiMnO2 Lithium Manganese Dioxide battery Non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation

Separate batteries from other disposables for recycling
Recycle the defibrillator and battery separately from other disposables (www.welchallyn.com/weee)
This device has been tested and certified by the Canadian Standards Association International to comply
with applicable U.S. and Canadian medical safety standards.
The CE Mark and Notified Body Registration Number signify the device has met all essential requirements
of European Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC.
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2 Introduction
This chapter introduces the defibrillator system, introduces the controls, indicators,
displays, and prompts, and provides instructions for preparing the defibrillator for use and
for storage.
Overview
The AED 20 is a safe, easy-to-use defibrillator for use by basic life support (BLS)
personnel. It is light and mobile and can be used where several minutes could elapse
before the arrival of advanced life support (ALS) personnel.
The defibrillator recognizes ventricular fibrillation and other ventricular tachycardia, and
guides operators through the defibrillation process. When properly connected to a patient
who is unconscious, not breathing, and unresponsive (that is, without signs of circulation),
the defibrillator analyzes the patient’s heart rhythm, provides text and audio instruction
prompts, determines whether a shockable situation exists and, if appropriate, arms the
Shock button.
The defibrillator delivers the shock through two self-adhesive, pre-gelled, low-impedance
electrode defibrillator pads. The pads, cable, and connector are sold as disposable kits.
Features
• 3-step operation
• Extensive voice and visual prompts for the operator
• Weekly and monthly self-test to ensure readiness
• Optional rechargeable battery
• Biphasic energy output
• Lock-out protection to prevent inadvertent defibrillation in manual mode
System Upgrades and Options

The defibrillator is an automated external defibrillator designed for easy operation.
However, it is designed so that optional features can be added as simple software
upgrades.
Display options include providing an ECG trace in automated mode and showing a
biphasic defibrillation waveform. Another option allows the unit to be switched from
automated mode to manual mode. Manual mode allows qualified users to set the
defibrillation energy level, charge the unit, and deliver a shock.
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Qualified Operators
A qualified operator is someone who has successfully completed a CPR AED training
course (e.g., AHA Heartsaver course or the Red Cross CPR/AED course).
Preparing the Defibrillator for Use

Before using the defibrillator:
1. Carefully unpack and inspect all defibrillator system components and accessories.
2. Install the battery. (If using the rechargeable NiMH PowerStick battery, charge the
battery fully before installing it.)
3. Run the self-test.
4. Set the date and time. (See “Setting the Date” on page 42.)
Unpacking and Inspecting

Visually inspect the carton for any signs of damage or mishandling (perforations, cuts, or
dents; bent or collapsed corners; or broken carton seal). Remove the defibrillator from the
carton and inspect it carefully.
Before proceeding:
1. Open and carefully unpack each carton.
2. Examine the instruments and accessories for signs of damage.
3. Check the packing list to determine that all accessories have been received.
4. Contact Welch Allyn (see page ii) if anything looks damaged or is missing.
Installing the Battery

The defibrillator can use either a NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) PowerStick rechargeable
battery or an extended-life, Lithium PowerStick non-rechargeable battery.
The battery slides into the defibrillator case and locks firmly in place. The battery forms
the carrying handle of the defibrillator and therefore, you can always be sure that the
battery is properly installed.
• Use the NiMH PowerStick rechargeable battery for applications involving frequent
use.
• Use the Lithium PowerStick non-rechargeable battery for standby use.
• Using a non-rechargeable battery for training or testing will reduce the shelf-life
and operating time of the battery.
To install the battery:
1. Align the thin, flat end of the battery with the opening in the lower front portion of the
defibrillator case.
2. Push the battery in until it clicks into place.

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Battery
ready 1 ON
OFF
2
3
AED20
Battery
Release
on
other
side
READY DO NOT USE FLASHING
3. Make sure the battery ready indicator in the lower left of the display indicates that the
battery has sufficient charge. If the status indicator displays anything other than the
Battery Ready icon, the defibrillator is not ready for use.
To replace the battery:
1. Push the lock release on the bottom of the defibrillator case where the battery inserts
into the unit.
Battery lock release
2. Replace the battery with a backup. Recharge the removed battery, if it is a

rechargeable battery.
Running a Self-Test
After installing the battery, press the ON button to power-up the defibrillator and
automatically perform a self-test. At power-up, the following tests are performed: battery,
main processor, memory and program, stuck key, ECG preamp, and defibrillator.
If the built-in sensors in the defibrillator detect a problem prior to or during operation, the
unit provides a voice or screen prompt indicating the problem.
“Troubleshooting” on page 65 lists fault indicators and determines possible corrective

actions.
Setting the Time and Date

See “Setting the Date” on page 42.
Getting to Know the Defibrillator

The defibrillator features straightforward, three-step operation using extensive voice and
visual prompts to assist the operator. With ECG and event recording, the defibrillator
maintains a detailed log that can be sent to a computer for review and printing.
Defibrillator Configurations
Available defibrillator configurations are ECG Display and Manual Mode.
ECG Display Provides automated Text and voice prompts and continuous ECG
tracing displays on the LCD during operation.
Manual Mode Provides automated text and voice prompts and an ECG tracing
display. In addition, an authorized operator/supervisor with the
proper pass code can manually override the automated operation
of the defibrillator. This allows the user to manually select energy
settings and administer defibrillation shocks.
Functions
Display On/Off
Menu ON F F
Shock
selection
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2
3
Defibrillator Speaker
pads connector
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PCMCIA card slot

Serial data port
Controls
The defibrillator is designed for ease of operation. After putting the defibrillator pads on
the patient and connecting them to the defibrillator, the operator performs this simple
three-step process:
1. Turn the power ON.
2. Follow text prompts on the screen and voice prompts from the speaker.
3. If prompted, deliver shock by pressing the flashing red Shock button.

1 Power on
1 ON
OFF
2 Text and voice prompts

2
3
3 Shock
Power ON/OFF Green ON/OFF button to toggle system power on/off

Shock Red Shock button to discharge defibrillator; red LED flashes
when defibrillator is fully charged
Menu selection Four soft buttons located in the case below the display;
programmable functionality to make menu selections in manual
mode.
Display
Text prompts, patient data, and event information appear on the screen, which is divided
into functional areas of operating information and user instructions.
1 ON
OFF
2
3
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Release
on
other
side
Elapsed time Heart rate Shocks counter
ECG trace
Energy
Prompts
Log
E F
Icons Defib
Menu bar
Shocks Counter Number of shocks administered to the current patient.

Defib Energy level selected or delivered, and status messages.
ECG Trace (ECG or manual mode add-on option) ECG trace as a moving
waveform. If the defib pads are not properly attached to the
patient or connected to the unit, a dashed line is drawn.
Prompts Up to three lines of text (user instructions, directions for patient
care, error messages). See descriptions below.
Elapsed Time Time elapsed since the system was powered ON, or time used
on current patient. The time format is HH:MM:SS by default, but
can be changed by the user.
Energy (Manual Mode only) Temporary window when the Charge button
is pressed or a Shock Advised situation is detected. The selected
energy level is highlighted.
Heart Rate (ECG or Manual Mode add-on option) Heart rate (beats per
minute). A dashed line appears when the heart rate is out of
range or when a defibrillation pad fault exists.
Icons System status prompts, such as Charging and Energy Delivered.
Menu Bar Areas corresponding to four buttons on the case below the LCD.
Menu Selection Manual Mode or Supervisor Mode menu choices. (See
“Programming” on page 35.)
Graphical screen icons provide system operational information. The defibrillator

operator or supervisor can use a simple menu-driven structure to set charge protocols
and system configurations, set system operating parameters such as display contrast
and volume, select the language used for text and voice, and install upgrade options.
Text Prompts
Text prompts provide operating information and instructions. The prompts display in the
lower half of the LCD above the icon window.
ANALYZING Defibrillator pads are properly connected and the system is

accessing the patient's heart rhythm.
ATTACH DEFIB PADS Attach the defibrillation pads according to the instructions
given on the package.
CHARGING System is automatically charging the defibrillator to the
energy level pre-set in the shock protocol.
CHECK PATIENT Prompt to press the Analyze button.
CHECK RESPONSE Check the patient for responsiveness or signs of circulation.
(UK:CHECK CIRCULAT.)
BEGIN CPR Begin CPR in accordance with the procedures and
techniques presented in your training.
MONITORING ECG, Defibrillator is silently monitoring the patient’s heart rhythm
PRESS TO ANALYZE and will perform a full analysis if the Analyze button is
pressed.
MOTION DETECTED System has detected movement of the electrodes or the
patient as indicated by inconsistent data readings.
NO SHOCK ADVISED System has analyzed the patient's heart rhythm and
determined that a shockable condition does not exist.
SHOCK ADVISED System has analyzed the patient's heart rhythm and
determined that a shockable condition exists.
SHOCK NOW Prepare to administer the shock.
STAND CLEAR Defibrillator is charged and ready for shock. Do not touch or
move the patient.
Voice Prompts
The defibrillator provides audio instructions through the built-in speaker to provide
operating instruction and assist the user during defibrillation. The voice prompts listed in
the following table parallel the text and icon displays shown on the LCD.
Analyzing heart rhythm. Defibrillator pads are properly attached and connected;
Do not touch the patient. assessing heart rhythm.
Analyzing interrupted. Patient or electrode moved; check the defibrillation pads.
Motion detected.
Check patient. Prompt to press the Analyze button.
Check airway, check (3-Shock mode) Check patient’s airway, breathing, and
breathing, check for responsiveness or signs of circulation.
responsiveness (check
circulation).
Apply defib pads to (at unit power up) Attach electrode pads to the patient and
patient’s bare chest. connect cables to the defibrillator.
Connect cable
If not breathing and (3-Shock mode) Check the patient for responsiveness or
unresponsive (if needed), signs of circulation and begin a 60-second CPR cycle.
begin CPR.
Apply defib pads. Defibrillator pads are not properly attached to the patient
Connect cable. or properly connected to the defibrillator.
Begin CPR. Begin CPR in accordance with the procedures and
techniques presented in your training.
Low battery. Low battery charge. Replace or recharge the battery.
Memory card full. Internal memory card is full.
No shock advised. A shockable condition does not exist.
Shock advised. A shockable condition exists.
Shock now. Press Push the red SHOCK button.
the red button now.
Stand clear. The defibrillator is charged and ready to shock. Do not
touch or move the patient.
Stop CPR. Stop CPR. Wait for further instructions.
It is safe to touch the The defibrillator shock has been delivered or a
patient. non-shockable condition was detected and it is safe to
touch the patient.
Change to The electrode monitoring cable is attached. Change to the

(UK:defibrillation) pads defibrillation pads.
Shock not delivered. Attempted shock did not deliver the expected amount of
energy.
Status Indicators
Optional auxiliary power unit is plugged in.
Aux
Battery is fully charged.
Battery is partially depleted.
Battery is low.
LOW
Non-rechargeable battery.
Rechargeable battery.
Contrast level (1-9).

2
CPR Timer
User-adjustable CPR Timer (seconds).
0 60
Log
Memory available for log entries.
E F
Card Memory available in the optional memory card.

E F
Log is printing. (Flashing indicates printer error.)
Speaker volume level (1-4).
Memory card is locked.
Memory card is recording.

System Ready Indicator
1 ON
OFF
2
3
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Release
on
other
side
Ready Battery is properly installed and charged.
Do Not Use Battery is not properly installed or is too low for effective operation,
or some other system failure has occurred.
Do Not Use Battery is low and requires changing or charging.

(Flashing)
Serial Data Port

The built-in Serial Data Port provides a direct connection to a computer.
Event Documentation
The defibrillator stores event documentation including patient status, ECG traces, and
treatment summary. The information is stored in an internal log or an optional PCMCIA
external memory card. Event documentation is time stamped and can be downloaded to
a computer through the serial port on the defibrillator.
Battery Charging and Conditioning

This section provides procedures for charging and conditioning the NiMH PowerStick
rechargeable battery.
Note Do not attempt to recharge the Lithium PowerStick non-rechargeable battery.
Battery maintenance is critical to ensure the defibrillator operates reliably. Periodically

check the battery to ensure the recommended replacement date has not elapsed. Over
time and through use, the capacity of a battery will degrade. Properly maintaining a
battery is crucial to maximizing the battery’s capacity throughout its life. The amount of
capacity degradation varies from battery to battery due to the conditions in which the
batteries are used and maintained. An old Powerstick rechargeable battery should be
replaced with a new one every 24 months.
Note A completely discharged battery requires approximately 1.5 to 2.5 hours to

recharge. Charging time varies depending on battery capacity and state of charge.
Deeply discharged batteries and those with higher capacity will take longer to
charge. Partially discharged batteries and those with lower capacity will require
less time to charge.
Quick Charger/Conditioner
Yellow (charging)
Yellow blinking (discharging)
Green (charging completed)
Red (battery fault, charge aborted)
Run Ready Fail
Condition Must be selected within 5 seconds of battery insertion.
The Welch Allyn Quick Charger/Conditioner is easy to use. The NiMH PowerStick is
inserted directly into the charger, and status lights indicate the condition of the battery.
Charging an NiMH Battery

To charge a NiMH battery using the Welch Allyn Quick Charger/Conditioner:
1. Insert the battery into the charger. When the battery is firmly seated, the yellow Run
light illuminates.
2. Monitor the status lights. A steady yellow Run light means the battery is charging. A
red Fail light means that the battery is not charging due to a fault condition
The Run light will turn off and the green Ready light will turn on to indicate that the
battery is fully charged.
• Charging the battery at temperatures above 30 ºC (86 ºF) increases the charging
time and may result in a gradual decline in battery capacity.
• When removing a battery from the charger, always allow at least 3-5 seconds for
the system to reset prior to inserting another battery.
Conditioning an NiMH Battery

The effective life of the NiMH PowerStick battery can be prolonged by periodic
conditioning.
To initiate an NiMH battery conditioning cycle:
1. Insert the battery into the charger.
2. Press the conditioning button on the charger control panel within 5 seconds of
insertion. The yellow Run light blinks as the battery is being discharged.
At the end of the conditioning, the charger automatically begins a normal charge
cycle.
3. Monitor the charging light. The yellow Run light turns off and the green Ready light
turns on when the battery is fully charged.
Preparing the Defibrillator for Storage

After each use, any event documentation should be retrieved from the internal log or
external memory card and printed. Any error messages or malfunctions should be
reported and corrective actions taken before storing the unit for reuse. Then, the
defibrillator should be inspected, cleaned, and a new supply of electrode pads restocked
to prepare the unit for its next use.
During storage, the defibrillator performs periodic self-tests including the functionality of
the unit and the status of the battery and internal circuitry. A more detailed test of the
unit's operation and battery status should be performed on a regular basis. See
“Maintenance” on page 55 for more information.
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3 Operation
This chapter provides information for using the defibrillator with a patient. It also provides
instructions for operating the defibrillator in automated or manual mode and the
procedures to follow after using the unit.
Overview
The defibrillator can operate in automated or in manual mode. In either, the operator must
be trained to use the unit and understand the indications and contraindications for use.
Trained Operators
The defibrillator is intended to treat patients in cardiopulmonary arrest. It is for use in
either in-hospital or out-of-hospital arrests. It is intended that the operator is authorized by
a physician/medical director, and has the following training skills:
Manual Mode
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification or equivalent.
• Training in the use of the defibrillator.
Automated Mode
• American Heart Association Heartsaver course, American Red Cross CPR/AED
course or equivalent
• Training in the use of the defibrillator.
Fibrillation and Defibrillation

Ordinarily the heart produces regular electrical activity—normal sinus rhythm (NSR).
Fibrillation is an abnormal heart rhythm that replaces the normal rhythmic contraction of
the heart. During fibrillation, irregular cardiac electrical activity causes rapid,
uncoordinated twitching movements. As a result, the heart cannot pump blood effectively
causing a lack of appropriate circulation and pulse.
Defibrillation is the delivery of a brief, high-energy pulse of electricity to the heart muscle
using a device called a defibrillator. Defibrillation restores the normal cardiac electrical
activity and allows the heart’s natural pacemaker areas to regain normal function.
The defibrillator, using direct current, applies a brief, high-energy pulse of electricity to the
heart to counteract fibrillation of the heart muscle and restore a normal heartbeat.
22 Operation Welch Allyn AED 20 Automated External Defibrillator
The defibrillator will only administer a defibrillation pulse to a patient exhibiting a

shockable cardiac rhythm. Shockable rhythms are described in Appendix A. All other
rhythms are determined “non-shockable” and the patient is not a candidate for
defibrillation. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), medication, and supplemental oxygen
may also be required to effectively resuscitate the patient.
Indications and Contraindications for Use

Once the defibrillator is connected via the defibrillation electrode pads to the patient, the
instrument assesses the patient’s cardiac status and indicates whether the patient is a
candidate for defibrillation. The defibrillator administers a defibrillation pulse (shock) only
to a patient exhibiting a shockable cardiac rhythm. All other rhythms are non-shockable
and the patient is not a candidate for defibrillation. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR),
medication, and supplemental oxygen may also be required to effectively resuscitate a
patient. Do not use this defibrillator in Automated Mode on patients younger than 8 years
or weighing less than 25 kg (55 lbs) unless it is equipped with the accessory AED 20
Pediatric Energy Reducer (002172).
Defibrillation may be effective against cardiac arrhythmias such as:
• Cardiac arrest
• Ventricular fibrillation
• Ventricular tachycardia
Indications
Before using the defibrillator, the patient should be assessed by a trained person (see
“Trained Operators” on page 21). If defibrillation with the defibrillator is indicated, all of
the following signs should be present during patient assessment:
• Unconsciousness
• Absence of breathing
• Unresponsiveness (no signs of circulation)
Contraindications
The defibrillator should NOT be used if the patient exhibits any of the following signs:
• Patient is conscious
• Patient is breathing
• Patient is responsive (has signs of circulation)
Operating Procedures—Quick Reference

The following instructions provide an experienced operator with the main steps for using
the defibrillator in Automated Mode and Manual Mode. Detailed operating information
and procedures are described in “Operating Procedures—Detail” on page 23.
Automated Mode - Quick Reference

1. Assess the patient.
See “Operating Procedures—Detail” on page 23.

User Manual Operation 23
2. Attach the electrodes.
3. Start the defibrillator and deliver a shock.
a. Push the green ON/OFF button located at the upper right corner of the
defibrillator next to the large number “1.”
b. Listen to voice prompts and read text instructions on the screen next to the large
number “2.”
c. If prompted press the red Shock button next to the large number “3.”
4. Perform CPR, if prompted.
Manual Mode - Quick Reference

Attach the electrode pads and connect the cable.
2. Start the defibrillator and deliver a shock.
a. Push the green ON/OFF button located at the upper right corner of the
defibrillator next to the large number “1.”
b. Press the button below Manual to display the manual mode password screen.
c. Enter the numeric manual mode passcode. Press Enter to accept the passcode
and display the Manual Mode operating screen.
d. Select energy with the up and down arrows.
e. Press the Charge button.
f. Press the red flashing Shock button next to the large number “3” to deliver the
shock.
Operating Procedures—Detail
Use the defibrillator only if the patient is:
• Unconscious
• Not breathing
• Unresponsive (showing no signs of circulation)
2. Start the defibrillator.
Push the green ON/OFF button next to the large number “1” to power-on the
defibrillator.
The unit starts in Automated Mode. To operate the unit in Manual Mode:
a. Press the button below Manual on the status bar to display the manual mode
passcode screen.
b. Use the buttons below the arrows on the display to select the numeric passcode.
c. Press the button below Enter to accept the passcode and display the manual
mode operating screen.
3. Attach the electrode pads and connect the cable.
For defibrillation to be effective, it is important to correctly place the pads on the

patient and connect the electrodes to the defibrillator.
Before applying pads to the patient’s chest:
a. Remove all clothing covering the patient’s chest.
b. Wipe off any water, moisture, or perspiration.
c. Press the pads firmly to make sure they adhere securely to the chest.
WARNING Excessive body hair may affect the operation of the electrodes or
cause skin burns on the patient. Remove body hair as needed to ensure that the
electrode pads make proper contact with the patient's chest.
d. Open the package containing the defibrillation pads and cable.
e. Peel off the backing from the electrode pad labelled RA. Place this pad just below
the patient’s right collar bone (sternum).
White (AHA)
Red (IEC)
RA electrode placement
Red (AHA)
Green (IEC)
LL electrode placement
f. Peel off the backing from the electrode pad labelled LL. Place this pad over the
ribs on the patient’s left side below the breast (apex).
g. Plug the pad connector into the defibrillator on the left side of the unit.
1 ON
OFF
Connect the cable from the 2

defibrillator pads 3
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h. Check the battery level icon above the Menu bar on the display screen to make
sure there is sufficient power to charge the defibrillator.
1 ON
Battery level OFF
2
3
System ready status
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Battery
Release
on
other
side
If pads are not properly applied or the cable is not properly connected to the
defibrillator, it will alert the user with text and voice.
i. Apply the pads to patient’s bare chest and connect the pads to the cable.
j. Analyze the patient’s heart rhythm.
When the pads are properly applied and connected, the defibrillator announces,
and then analyzes the patient's heart rhythm to determine whether a shock is
indicated:
Analyzing heart rhythm. Do not touch the patient.
Caution Do not touch or move the patient while the defibrillator is analyzing the
heart rhythm.
Rhythm analysis takes approximately 12 to 16 seconds. During this time, any

movement, including CPR and patient transport, may interrupt analysis and delay
the defibrillation prompts. Text and voice prompts alert the user if the patient or
the electrodes move:
Motion detected. Analyzing interrupted. (Check the pads).

Deliver Shock—Automated Mode

The defibrillator administers a shock only to a patient exhibiting a shockable cardiac
rhythm. For all other rhythms (those determined to be non-shockable) the patient is not a
candidate for defibrillation.
If the condition is not shockable, the defibrillator alerts the user with text and voice:
No shock advised.
If a shockable condition is detected, the defibrillator will alert user with text and voice:
Shock advised.
To deliver a shock
1. Make sure the Shock button next to the large number “3” is flashing to indicate that
the unit is properly charged.
WARNING Make sure no one is touching the patient before you press the Shock
button. Loudly announce, “Stand back! Do not touch the patient.” Look down the
entire length of the patient to ensure there is no contact with a bystander or
conductive surface before pressing the Shock button.
The defibrillator will alert user with text and voice:
Stand clear.
Shock now. Press the red button now.
2. Press Shock to deliver a shock.
1 ON
OFF Shock
2
3
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The defibrillator does not allow the operator to charge or discharge the defibrillator unless
a shockable rhythm is detected while in automated mode.
After delivering a shock, the defibrillator will prompt for immediate CPR. (Note: In the 3-
shock cycle configuration, the defibrillator continues to analyze the heart rhythm and
determine whether additional shocks are indicated in 3-shock mode. In 1-shock mode, the
defibrillator will prompt for immediate CPR). The defibrillator is programmed for a
supervisor-configurable protocol that indicates the number of shocks delivered, the

energy of each shock, and possible CPR interventions.
Deliver Shock—Manual Mode

The defibrillator can operate as a manual AED when it is configured with the manual
mode options.
1. Enter Manual Mode.
When the power is on the defibrillator starts in automated mode. It may be switched
to manual mode at anytime during the use in automated mode by pressing the
Manual button and entering a password. Press Enter to accept the manual mode
password. If the number is correct, the manual mode operating screen is displayed.
00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0 00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0
Log Log
E F E F
Manual Vol Menu Energy ↑ Energy ↓ Charge Menu
123
0 0 0 Enter
From the manual mode screen, the operator can Charge or Disarm the defibrillator
and adjust the energy level of the charge to be delivered.
2. Select the energy level.
Press the buttons under the up/down energy arrows to increase or decrease the
energy level of the charge. The energy charge levels available are: 2, 5, 7, 10, 20, 30,
50, 70, 100, 150, 200, 300, and 360 Joules. The energy level selected displays in the
lower right corner of the LCD.
3. Charge the defibrillator.
Press the Charge button to charge the defibrillator. An intermittent tone sounds as the
defibrillator charges. A bar extends upward on the right side of the display until it
reaches the selected energy level. When the selected energy level is reached, a
steady tone sounds and the red Shock button flashes.
Charge time is approximately 8 seconds. The unit can deliver back-to-back shocks in
less than 30 seconds.
00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0

360
300 Selected energy
200
150
100
70
50
30
Charging bar 20
10
7
5
2
E
Log
F Menu 300 J
Energy ↑ Energy ↓ Charge Menu
Select the Charge or disarm

energy level Disarm
the defibrillator
4. Deliver a shock.
a. Make sure the Shock button next to the large number “3” is flashing to indicate
that the unit is properly charged.
b. Push Shock to deliver a shock.
1 ON
OFF
Shock
2
3
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side
WARNING Make sure no one is touching the patient before you press the Shock
button. Loudly announce, “Stand back! Do not touch the patient.” Look down the
entire length of the patient to ensure there is no contact before pressing the
Shock button.
Defibrillator Disarm
If the defibrillator is charged and the Shock button is not pressed, the defibrillator must be
disarmed.
The defibrillator automatically discharges in Automated Mode (30 seconds) or Manual

Mode (60 seconds).
• In Automated Mode after 25 seconds, a warning tone indicates that the

defibrillator will disarm automatically.
• In Manual Mode, the operator can disarm the defibrillator by pressing the Disarm
button.
The operator can press the ON/OFF button and turn off the unit.
Perform CPR
If the patient is unconscious, not breathing and unresponsive, when directed, perform
cardiopulmonary resuscitation in accordance with the procedures and techniques
presented in your CPR training. During the CPR cycle, the defibrillator will not assess the
patient’s heart rhythm unless the user presses the Analyze button to initiate an analysis
cycle.
As an optional feature, a metronome tone can be used to provide timing while

administering chest compressions to a patient. See “To set CPR Tempo” on page 51 for
more information.
At the end of the CPR Cycle (15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150 or 180 seconds), the defibrillator will
prompt you to stop CPR and not touch the patient so it can assess the heart rhythm,
confirm its analysis, and determine if a shockable rhythm exists.
Stop CPR.
Analyzing heart rhythm.
Do not touch the patient.
If the heart rhythm is not treatable with defibrillation, the defibrillator displays and
announces the message No Shock Advised in 1-Shock CPR mode. The defibrillator will
direct the user to perform a cycle of cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
No shock advised.
It is safe to touch the patient.
Begin CPR.
If a shockable rhythm is detected, the defibrillator will charge and prompt the user to
deliver a shock in 1-Shock CPR mode.
Shock advised.
Stand clear.
Shock now. Press the red button now.

SAED Shock Mode

The defibrillator supports three automated modes of operation: 3-Shock Analyze, 3-Shock
CPR and 1-Shock CPR. The Shock mode determines the defibrillator’s response to a heart
rhythm that does not require defibrillation. In 3-Shock Analyze mode, the defibrillator will
respond with the events previously described in the Perform CPR section and continue to
analyze during CPR. In 3-Shock CPR, detection of a heart rhythm that does not require
defibrillation causes the defibrillator to immediately enter a CPR cycle. The defibrillator
will not analyze during the CPR cycle. In 3 Shock mode, if a shockable rhythm is detected
the defibrillator will deliver three shocks if needed (as defined by the protocol
configuration established by the supervisor), and then enter a CPR cycle.
In 1-Shock CPR mode, the defibrillator behaves as if in 3-Shock CPR mode except every
shock will be followed by a CPR cycle.
EMS Mode
EMS mode is a feature specifically designed for use by an Emergency Medical Technician.
EMS mode is recommended when continuous defibrillator mode analysis is required
while transporting a patient or performing another procedure such as intubation. EMS
Mode is a supervisor selectable mode of operation that performs continuous background
analysis, but requires the user to press the Analyze button for full analysis in response to a
prompt from the defibrillator. The following section describes the operation and various
features of EMS mode.
When the defibrillator is powered on in EMS mode, it is automatically set to a Voice Off
mode. The defibrillator analyzes silently (without voice prompts) unless it detects a
shockable rhythm.
00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0
Monitoring ECG
Press to Analyze
Log
E F
Manual Analyze Vol Menu
If a shockable rhythm is detected, the screen changes and the defibrillator speaks and
displays CHECK PATIENT.
00: 00: 00 HR 207 Shocks: 0
Check Patient
Press to Analyze
Log
E F
When the “CHECK PATIENT” prompt is spoken, verify that the patient is unconscious,
not breathing and unresponsive, and eliminate sources of motion artifact before pressing
the Analyze button to Enter Voice On mode. In Voice On mode, the defibrillator will issue
verbal prompts, fully analyze the patient’s heart rhythm and charge the defibrillator if
necessary. Follow normal defibrillator mode operating procedures in Voice On mode.
Note The Analyze button can be pressed at any time in EMS mode to perform a full
analysis of the patient’s heart rhythm.
Note The “Check Patient” prompt may be spoken in response to excessive motion
artifact or CPR. Eliminate sources of motion artifact before pressing the Analyze
button.
If defibrillation is necessary, the defibrillator performs the normal 1-Shock or 3-Shock

SAED protocol set by the supervisor. If a patient is successfully defibrillated, the
defibrillator returns to Voice Off mode. in 3-Shock mode, after three successive shocks are
delivered (or one shock in 1-Shock mode), the CPR timer begins after the final shock.
Following completion of CPR, the unit speaks “Stop CPR” and returns to Voice Off mode
to continue background monitoring.
Electrode Monitoring (option)

An optional electrode monitoring cable (002128, 002130) is available for use with the
defibrillator. The operator uses low-cost standard ECG electrodes (001726) to assess
patients who do not meet the criteria for using the automated mode; for example, a
patient who is responsive, or is conscious, but has chest pains.
Electrode monitoring is recommended for use in manual mode for extended monitoring or
monitoring while in transport. When the electrode monitoring cable is attached, the
defibrillator analyzes the patient’s rhythm while in automated mode but does not charge
the defibrillator or allow the operator to deliver a shock.
WARNING Do not administer a shock using the electrode monitoring cable. The
electrode monitoring cable has protective circuitry that prevents defibrillation
energy from being delivered to the patient.
WARNING Always check the expiration date on defibrillation pads and do not
use pads if the packaging has been previously opened. The defibrillator may
interpret excessively dry defibrillation pads as an attached electrode monitoring
cable.
Using the Electrode Monitoring Cable

To use electrode monitoring
1. Attach an electrode monitoring cable to the defibrillator.
2. Properly prepare the patient's skin prior to attaching the electrodes. Clean the skin
sites with a coarse, dry terry cloth. Then, clean the skin with alcohol and allow to dry
completely before applying the electrodes.
3. Connect each lead of the electrode monitoring cable to the appropriate disposable
electrode. Arrange the electrodes as shown below. Attach an electrode to the
sternum (RA) area of chest and the other to the apex area (LL) of the chest.
Caution Do not use the electrode monitoring cable for Automatic Rhythm
Analysis due to the possibility of artifact. Proper skin preparation and the use of
fresh, high-quality monitoring electrodes are imperative to minimize artifact when
using the electrode monitoring cable.
White (AHA)
Red (IEC)
RA electrode placement
Red (AHA)
Green (IEC)
LL electrode placement
Using the Electrode Monitoring in Manual Mode

The defibrillator displays MONITOR ONLY at the bottom of the prompts window during
normal Manual Mode operation.
00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0
Monitor Only
Log
E F
Energy ↑ Energy ↑ Charge Menu
When the operator presses the Charge button, an audible tone sounds and CHANGE TO
PADS flashes on the display.
00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0
Change to Pads
Log
E F
Energy ↑ Energy ↑ Disarm Menu
If the operator attempts to deliver a shock using the electrode monitoring cable, SHOCK
NOT DELIVERED displays on the screen and no energy is delivered to the patient.
Caution Do not replace the electrode monitoring cable with a substitute. Using
any other cable may cause burns to the patient.
Attempting to Use Electrode Monitoring in Automated Mode

Do not use the electrode monitoring cable for Automatic Rhythm Analysis. If the
defibrillator is set to Automated Mode when the electrode monitoring cable is attached,
MONITOR ONLY flashes in the Defib window.
00: 00: 00 HR 207 Shocks: 0
Change to Pads
Log Monitor
E F Only
While the electrode monitoring cable is attached, the defibrillator analyzes the heart
rhythm only when the Analyze button is pressed. Do not move or touch the patient while
analyzing with the electrode monitoring cable. When the Analyze button is pressed, the
defibrillator begins an analysis cycle.
Press the Analyze button and the defibrillator speaks Analyzing and displays ANALYZING
and STAND CLEAR and goes through the analysis cycle.
i
Analyzing heart rhythm.
If the result is a non-shockable waveform, the defibrillator sounds a double beep and
displays NO SHOCK ADVISED. If the result is a shockable waveform, the defibrillator
speaks Change to Pads, sounds 5 beeps, and displays CHANGE TO PADS, CHECK
PATIENT, IF NEEDED, BEGIN CPR.
i
Change to (defibrillation) Pads.
The defibrillator continues to wait for the Analyze button to be pushed while in Automated
Mode. It does not allow the user to shock the patient with the monitoring cable attached.
Post-Use Procedures
After each use, the defibrillator should be inspected, cleaned, and a new supply of
electrode pads restocked to prepare the unit for its next use. Any event documentation
should be retrieved from the internal log or external memory card and printed.
Print or transfer the log information from the internal memory or the external memory
PCMCIA card. After data retrieval, clear the internal memory. Any error messages or
malfunctions should be reported and corrective actions taken before storing the unit for
reuse.
During storage, the defibrillator performs periodic self-tests including the functionality of
the unit and the status of the battery and internal circuitry. A more detailed test of the
unit's operation and battery status should be performed on a regular basis. See
“Maintenance” on page 55.
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4 Programming
This chapter explains how to set the basic system operating options through the User
Menu (Automated or Manual Mode). It also provides information on accessing and setting
the advanced system operating options using the Supervisor Menu.
Caution Advanced system operating options, such as Manual Mode and EMS
Mode, are intended for use only by trained medical professionals. These options
should be selected only if defined by a Supervisor as part of the usage protocol
for this device.
36 Programming Welch Allyn AED 20 Automated External Defibrillator
Menu Structure Diagram

00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0 00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0
Manual Mode
This menu appears at startup. If Manual Mode is purchased, “Manual”
appears in place of “Contrast” at startup.
Log Log
E F E F
4 Vol Menu Manual Vol Menu

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0 0 0 Enter
00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0

Menu buttons are just 360
below the Menu window. 300
200
150
If purchased, Manual Mode is accessible by 100
This illustrates the menu structure of 70
pressing the “Manual” button. In Manual
the defibrillator. 50
Mode, you can manually select energy, charge
30
the defibrillator, and deliver a shock to the 20
Press the square buttons below the
patient. 10
menu items to navigate through the
7
menu. 5
2
Log
E F Menu
Disarm
00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0
Log
Date
Time Menu items are accessible by
Settings pressing the Menu button.
Supervisor
EMS ON/OFF
Log
E F Menu
↑ ↓ Select Back
User Manual Programming 37
Menu Structure Overview

The operating options are available to the operator through a simple menu structure. The
basic system operating options are accessed through the User Menu in either Automated
or Manual Mode. The advanced system operating options are accessed through the
Supervisor Menu.
The defibrillator has the capability for certain menu buttons to auto repeat. Buttons with
more than one choice will auto repeat, and the up and down arrows will scroll through the
choices for a selection. To make a button auto-repeat, hold it down until the desired choice
is selected.
Accessing the User Menu from Automated Mode

When the defibrillator is powered-up, the defibrillator performs a self test and the start-up
screen displays. Access the User Menu by pressing “Menu” in the lower right corner.
00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0
Self-Test Passed
Log
E F
4 Vol Menu
If the Manual Mode is purchased, MANUAL appears in place of the contrast menu on the
start-up screen.
Accessing the User Menu from Manual Mode

(Available only on defibrillators with Manual Mode.)
When the defibrillator is powered up with the Manual Mode option installed, the
defibrillator performs a self test and the manual mode start-up screen displays.
00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0
Self-Test Passed
Log
E F
Manual Vol Menu
To access the Manual Mode Menu
1. Press Manual to display the manual mode passcode screen.
123
0 0 0 Enter
2. Press the button below the corresponding number to select that digit of the manual
mode passcode.
3. Repeat Step 2 for each digit of the passcode until the correct number displays.
The default password is 1-2-3.
4. Press Enter to accept the passcode. If the number is correct, the defibrillator enters
manual mode.
5. Press Menu to display the User Menu screen.
00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0
Log
Date
Time
User menu
Settings
Supervisor
EMS ON/OFF
Log
E F
↑ ↓ Select Back
Note Press Back to return to the Manual Mode operating screen.

User Menu
Use the two arrow buttons on the bottom menu to move from one menu selection to the
next. The selected menu item is highlighted by a black box. Push the Select button to
select the highlighted menu item.
00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0
Log
Date
Time
Settings
Supervisor
EMS ON/OFF
Log
E F
↑ ↓ Select Back
Log Enable viewing, hearing, printing, or transferring of the internal log.

Date Display the current date, and set and save a new date (month, day,
year) using the buttons below the Menu Bar.
Time Display the current time, set, and save a new time (hour, minute) using
the buttons below the Menu Bar.
Settings Adjust the LCD contrast and adjust the volume of the system audio and
save the settings.
Supervisor Enter the password code using the buttons below the Menu Bar to
display the Supervisor Menu selections.
EMS Will toggle between “EMS ON” and “EMS OFF” after user enters valid
passcode. The active EMS mode is the value displayed on the menu.
For each menu item selected, the corresponding option appears at the bottom of the
display. If Supervisor or EMS is selected, the user must enter the correct supervisor
passcode in order to enter the Supervisor Menu selection screen or to change the EMS
mode.
User Menu Structure Overview

Log Clear Print/Send Setup Back
Date Month Day Year Save
Time Hour Minute Save
Settings 4 Vol Back
Supervisor Enter Supervisor Code
EMS ON/OFF
0 0 0 Enter
Enter supervisor menus/Enable EMS mode
Working with the Log

The log contains a record of ECG tracings and time-stamped system status events. The
log can be transferred to a PCMCIA card or transferred to a PC for viewing. Use the
appropriate setup procedure to connect the PC to the defibrillator, then follow the
instructions for printing.
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Note The Welch Allyn AED PC Data Transfer/Serial Communication Kit (002170-E or
002171-E) is required for this connection.
ECG or Text can be used to transfer data to a PC or the RS232 option with Welch Allyn
Smartlink software can be used for easy data archiving and playback.
1. Connect the Serial Communication Cable (551778) into the defibrillator serial data port
and the other end into the PC Data Transfer Adapter (520468).
2. Connect the PC Data Transfer Adapter to the 9-pin serial port on your PC.
3. Use the Terminal or Serial Communications program on the PC to set the port
settings to 57600 baud, N, 8, 1.
When the printer or PC is properly set up, turn on the output device and the defibrillator.
To print the log text report or ECG report
1. Access the User’s Menu. Select Log to display the Log menu bar.
Log
Clear Print Setup Back
2. Press Setup to display the Print Setup menu bar.
3. Select Text, ECG 112, ECG A4 or ECG 8.5 and the appropriate serial port rate. Press
Back to return to the Log menu bar.
Note ECG 112 setting prints on 4 3/8” (112mm) continuous roll thermal paper. This
option is only supported for 112mm printers with a printing resolution of 8 dots/
mm and Seiko ESC/P printer command-language conformity. Use 38400 bps for
the Seiko DPU-3445-20A microprinter.
ECG A4 setting prints on A4 size paper (210mm x 297mm) printers with a printing
resolution of 300 dpi and HP PCL3-6 printer command language conformity.
ECG 8.5 setting prints on 8.5 x 11 inch paper (216mm x 279mm) printers with a
printing resolution of 300 dpi and HP PCL3-6 printer command language
conformity.
4. Press Print to print the log report. A steady printer icon replaces the log icon to
confirm printing. Stop printing by turning off the printer and pressing Stop.
Note A flashing printer icon indicates an error. Verify that the cable and adapter are
connected correctly and check that the printer is online and has paper.
The “No Shock Advised” chart message has been changed to also show the heart rate
with format “HR= nn.” If the heart rate is out of range, the format is “HR= ---.”
An example of a log ECG report with typical information is shown here.
* MRL EVENT SUMMARY *
NAME:
Incident #:
System On 01/01/01 12:11:22
TOTAL EVENTS: 02
TOTAL SHOCKS: 02
ELAPSED TIME: 0:00:48
S/N: -1
SW Rev: 04.02.99 2/14/01
12:11:32 System On
12:11:34 Power Up Self Test
12:11:34 SELF TEST PASSED
12:11:34 Lead Connect
12:11:48 Presenting: Shockable
1 cm/mV
5. Press Clear to remove all log entries.
6. Press Back to return to the Main Menu.
Setting the Date

Use the date screen to change the date. Use the menu selection buttons below the menu
bar to change the date displayed.
To set a new date
1. Access the User Menu. Select Date and display the Date menu bar.
Date
Month Day Year Save
2. Press the buttons below the month, date, and year to change the date displayed.
3. Press Save to enter the date displayed and return to the User Menu.
Note Setting the date will force a new patient into the entry log.
Setting the Time

The defibrillator time-stamps events saved to the log. A 24-hour clock is used for time
displays (e.g., 14:24 is used for 2:24 p.m.). Use the time screen and the menu selection
buttons below the menu bar to change the time displayed.
To set a new time
1. Access the User Menu. Select Time to display the Time menu bar.
Time
Hour Minute Save
2. Press the buttons below the hour and minute to change the time displayed.
3. Press Save to enter the time displayed and return to the User Menu.
Note Setting the time will force a new patient into the entry log.
Adjusting the Contrast

The contrast of the defibrillator liquid crystal display can be adjusted. There are nine pre-
set contrast levels available. Use the contrast screen and the menu selection button
below the menu bar to change the contrast of the LCD.
To adjust the LCD contrast
1. Access the User Menu. Select Settings to display the Settings screen and menu bar.
Time
4 mm/dd/yy Vol Back
2. Press the contrast button to change the contrast of the LCD. The number next to
the contrast icon changes corresponding to increases in the contrast (1-9).
3. Press Back to return to the User Menu.
Adjusting the Date Format

The date format used for printing reports with the defibrillator can be adjusted. There are
six pre-set date formats available. Use the Settings screen and the menu selection button
below the menu bar to change the date format used for printing reports.
To adjust the Date Format
Settings
4 mm/dd/yy Vol Back
2. Press the Date Format button (mm/dd/yy) to change the date format used for printing
reports. The date format changes to one of six formats.
3. Press Back to return to the User’s Menu.
Adjusting the Speaker Volume

The volume of the voice prompts through the speaker can be adjusted. There are four pre-
set volume levels available. Use the volume screen and the menu selection button below
the menu bar to change the volume of the voice prompts.
To adjust the volume
Settings
4 mm/dd/yy Vol Back
2. Press Vol to change the volume of the voice prompts through the speaker. The
indicator in the volume icon changes to one of four positions.
3. Press Back to return to the User Menu.
Enabling EMS Mode

EMS mode is a feature specifically designed for use by an Emergency Medical Technician.
EMS mode is recommended when continuous defibrillator mode analysis is required
while transporting a patient or performing another procedure such as intubation. EMS
Mode is a supervisor selectable mode of operation that performs continuous background
analysis, but requires the user to press the Analyze button for full analysis in response to a
prompt from the defibrillator.
Log
Date
Time
Settings
Supervisor
EMS Enter Supervisor Code
0 0 0 Enter
Reboot in EMS Mode
To Enable EMS Mode
1. Access the User Menu. Select EMS Off to display the Passcode Entry screen.
2. Enter the Supervisor passcode.
3. If the passcode is correct, the defibrillator reboots with EMS Mode ON.
Note Follow the same procedure to turn EMS Mode OFF.

Supervisor Menu Tree

Log
Date
Time
Enter Settings
Supervisor Supervisor
Passcode
EMS ON/OFF
Language English ↑ ↓ Save

Protocol 200 300 360 Back
Diag Diag Menu
Card Card Menu
Setup Setup Menu
Upgrade Upgrade Menu
Code Manual Supr Back
Setup Diag
Menu Menu
Options Unit ID SAED Back SW Rev Cal Defaults Back
XX.XX.XX DEF: B PS: A Back

ECG OFF Audio ON 60 Hz Back
Card
Menu
↓ ↑ Select Back
Manual CPR Shock Mode Back Prg AED Erase Info Back
Menu
Software Load Save Back
↓ ↑ Select Back
CPR Timr Tempo Back
AED Prgm
XX.XX.XX
↓ ↑ 120 Back SRAM
512 KB
↑ XX/XX/XX
↓ 100 Back
1-Shock CPR
3-Shock CPR
3-Shock Analyze
↓ ↑ Select Back
Supervisor Menu
This explains how to access the Supervisor Mode Menu and set the options available
through that menu.
Accessing the Supervisor Menu

The Supervisor Menu is accessed from the User Menu screen.
To access the Supervisor Menu:
1. Go to the User Menu as described earlier in this chapter.
2. Use the up and down arrows to choose Supervisor, and press Select.
00: 00: 00 HR --- Shocks: 0
Log
Date
Time
Settings
Supervisor
EMS ON/OFF
Log
E F
↑ ↓ Select Back
3. Enter the passcode and press Enter. The Supervisor menu appears.
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0 0 0 Enter
Language
Protocol
Diag
Card
Setup
Upgrade
Code
Language Select text and audio language using the buttons below the Menu Bar.
(Restart the defibrillator to activate the language selected.)
Protocol Select the energy level protocol using the buttons below the Menu Bar.
Standard (default) protocol is 200J, 300J, and 360J (150J, 200J, 300J in
the UK).
Diag View software revisions/reset factory defaults.
Card Access PCMCIA card functions.

Setup Enable or disable the ECG trace and audio recording, 50/60 Hz., set unit
ID, set time duration for the CPR timer, set CPR metronome tempo or
select 1- or 3-Shock protocol.
Upgrade Add upgrade options to the system.
Code Set both the Manual Mode and the Supervisor Mode pass code numbers
using the buttons below the Menu Bar.
Selecting a Language
The language used for text on icons, screen displays, and prompts as well as used for
voice prompts can be changed in the defibrillator.
To select a different language
1. Access the Supervisor Menu. Select Language and display the Language screen and
menu bar.
Language
English ↓ ↑ Save
2. Press the buttons below the arrows to change the language.
3. Press Save to select the language displayed and return to the Supervisor Menu.
4. Restart the defibrillator to activate the language selected and change the screen text
and voice prompts.
Setting the Charge Protocol

The defibrillator energy protocol is controlled solely by the Supervisor > Protocol menu.
The default energy protocol is 200 Joules, 300 Joules, and 360 Joules. Use the menu
selection button below the menu bar to change the shock charge displayed.
To set a new shock charge
1. Access the Supervisor Menu. Select Protocol and display the protocol menu bar.
Protocol
200 300 360 Save
2. Press the button below the digit to toggle the values.
3. Press Save to enter the charge displayed and return to the Supervisor Menu.
Energy Selections Available

Shock 1 Shock 2 Shock 3
150 J 150 J 150 J
200 J 200 J 200 J
300 J 300 J
360 J
Using Supervisor > Language to select a different language no longer causes a change
in the energy protocol for any language. Before installing software from a PCMCIA card, it
is necessary to record the energy protocol setting, load the software and restore the
energy protocol setting if it is not the default.
Diagnostics
Use the diagnostics screen to view the installed versions of the software and restore
factory defaults.
Note Battery and threshold calibration must be performed by authorized service

personnel only.
To view software revisions
1. Access the Supervisor Menu. Select Diag to display the Diagnostics screen and
menu bar.
Diag
SW Rev Cal Defaults Back
2. Press SW Rev to display the revisions of the current software for the motherboard
(xx.xx.xx), defibrillator (DEF:) and the power supply (PS).
Protocol
XX.XX.XX DEF: B PS: A Back
Note Pressing the leftmost button while the motherboard software revision is displayed
displays the FPGA device revision.
3. Press Back to return to the Diag menu. Press Back again to return to the Supervisor
Menu.
To restore factory defaults
1. Access the Supervisor Menu. Select Diag. to display the Diagnostics Menu.
Diag
SW Rev Cal Defaults Back
2. Press Defaults to return the values to the factory settings.
3. Press Back to return to the Supervisor Menu.
Viewing Information on the PCMCIA Memory Card

The internal memory can record and output event documentation to a printer. Additional
memory storage is available using a removable PCMCIA memory storage card. Use the
card screen and the menu selection button below the menu bar to erase the external
memory card and program the defibrillator for software upgrades.
Note Erase the card before first use to format it.

Language
Prg AED Erase Info Back
Protocol
Diag AED PRGM
Card XX.XX.XX
Setup Software Load Save Back SRAM
Upgrade 512 KB
Code XX/XX/XX
↓ ↑ Select Back
To view information on the PCMCIA memory card
1. Access the Supervisor Menu screen. Select Card to display the Card menu bar.
Card
Prg AED Erase Info Back
2. Press Info to view the size, type, contents, and format date.
3. Press Back to return to the Supervisor Mode Menu.
To Program the defibrillator from a Memory Card
1. Access the Supervisor Menu screen. Select Card to display the Card Menu bar.
2. Insert a program card into the memory card slot.
3. Press PrgAED to access the ProgAED Menu.
4. Select Software.
5. Enter the Reprogram code and press Save. The defibrillator reprograms and reboots
with new software.
To Format a Memory Card
1. Access the Supervisor Menu screen.
2. Select Card to display the Card Menu.
3. Insert a Memory Card with Write Protect off in the memory card slot.
4. Press Erase. The card formats.
5. When complete, press Back to return to the Supervisor Menu.
Note After exiting the card menu, the card must be removed and reinserted before
collecting any data.
Setting Options
Use the Setup screen to access system options and parameters. From this screen:
• Enable or disable the ECG trace, audio prompts, and adjust the notch filter.
• Assign a unit ID number to this defibrillator for the log record.
• Access the SAED menu to enable setting of the CPR timer, the Shock Mode and
SAED-Manual mode Main Menu button configuration.
Language
Options Unit ID SAED Back
Protocol
Diag
Card
Setup ECG OFF Audio ON 60 Hz Back
Upgrade
Code
↓ ↑ Select Back
Manual CPR Shock Mode Back
To enable/disable Options (ECG trace, audio, notch filter)
1. Access the Supervisor Menu screen. Select Setup to display the setup menu bar.
2. Press Options to display the options menu bar.
3. Press ECG to toggle between ECG trace ON and ECG trace OFF.
Note This option appears only when ECG tracing has been purchased.
4. Press Aud ON to toggle between Audio Recording ON and Audio Recording OFF.
5. Press notch filter to toggle between 50 Hz and 60 Hz.
6. Press Back to return to the Setup screen.
To set Unit ID
1. Access the Supervisor Menu screen. Select Setup to display the setup menu bar.
2. Press Unit ID to display the Unit ID menu bar.
Options Unit ID SAED Back
↓ ↑ Select Back
3. Press the up/down arrows to enter the code numbers of the Unit ID.
Note There are 16 available characters for the Unit ID.
4. Press Save to save the number and return to the Setup screen.
To set CPR Timer
1. Access the Supervisor Menu screen. Select Setup to display the Options setup
screen and menu bar.
2. Press SAED to display the SAED menu which presents the CPR selection.
3. Press CPR to display the CPR menu bar. Press CPR Tmr to display the CPR Timer
CPR Timr Tempo Back
↓ ↑ 60 Back
4. Press the up/down arrows to change the time displayed for the CPR Timer.
Note Values available are 15, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, and 180 seconds.
5. Press Save to accept the time set and return to the CPR screen (Manual Mode only).
Note In Automated Mode, pressing Save resets the CPR Timer and restarts the
defibrillator.
To set CPR Tempo
Note Selection of a CPR Tempo option (other than Disable) provides an audible tone
that assists in regulating the tempo of compressions administered during CPR.
2. Press SAED to display the SAED menu which presents the CPR selection.
3. Press CPR to display the CPR menu bar. Press CPR Tempo to display the CPR Tempo
CPR Timr Tempo Back
↓ ↑ 90 Back
4. Press the up/down arrows to change the compressions per minute of the CPR
Tempo.
Note Values available are 90, 95, 100, 105, 110, 115, 120, (compressions per minute)
and Disable.
5. Press Save to accept the set CPR Tempo and return to the CPR screen.
To set Shock Mode
2. Press SAED to display the SAED menu which presents the Shock Mode selection.
SAED
3. Press Shock Mode to display the Shock Mode menu which presents the shock
variables.
1-Shock CPR
3-Shock CPR
3-Shock Analyze
Shock Mode
↓ ↑ Select Back
4. Use the up and down arrows to select either 1-Shock CPR, 3-Shock CPR or 3-Shock
Analyze and press select to make a selection.
In 3-Shock Analyze mode, the defibrillator continues to analyze after detection of a

heart rhythm not treatable with defibrillation. In 3-Shock CPR mode, detection of a
heart rhythm not treatable with defibrillation causes the defibrillator to immediately
enter a CPR cycle, and does not analyze until the CPR cycle is complete. In 1-Shock
CPR mode, the behavior of the defibrillator will be similar to that on 3-Shock CPR
mode, but the unit will require a CPR period after every shock delivered. Some of the
prompts are also shortened in 1-Shock CPR mode.
Changing Manual and Supervisor Passcodes

Access to the manual mode and the manual/supervisor menus are protected by
passcodes. The supervisor can change the passcodes. Use the code screen and the
menu selection buttons below the menu bar to change the manual mode and supervisor
mode passcodes.
To change a passcode
1. Access the Supervisor Menu. Select Code to display the Code setup menu bar.
2. Press either Manual or Supr to set code.
Language
Protocol
Diag
Manual Supr Back
Card
Setup
Upgrade ↓ ↑ Select Back
Code
3. Press the up/down arrows to select the new passcode number.
4. Press Save to accept the new passcode and return to the Code Menu.
Upgrading the defibrillator

Upgrade options are currently available and new options available in the future can be
added to the defibrillator system. Updating the software can be performed through the
memory card port. Use the upgrade screen and the menu selection buttons below the
menu bar to add or change the features of the defibrillator.
To upgrade the defibrillator
1. Access the Supervisor Menu screen. Select Upgrade and display the Upgrade screen
and menu bar.
Language Biphasic +
Protocol ECG +
Diag Manual +
Card Review -
Setup
Upgrade
Code
↓ ↑ Select Back
↓ ↑ Select Save
Note A plus (+) indicates that an option is currently installed and a minus (-) indicates
that the option is not installed.
2. Choose the option to purchase, and press Select.
Note Each upgrade purchased has a unique upgrade password code that must be
entered before the upgrade can be installed on the defibrillator.
3. Press the up/down arrows to select each the upgrade passcode digit.
4. Press Select to accept the digit entered.
5. Repeat steps 3 – 4 for each passcode digit.
6. Press Save to accept the new passcode.
7. Restart the defibrillator to enable/disable the option.
Setting the SAED-Manual mode Main Menu configuration:

The Supervisor > Setup > SAED > Manual/Menu/Contrast menu item is used to
reconfigure the SAED-Manual mode Main menu. The default setting of this menu item is
“Manual.”
To set the SAED-Manual mode Main Menu configuration
1. Access the Supervisor Menu screen. Select Setup to display the Setup screen and
menu bar.
2. Press SAED to display the SAED menu which presents the SAED-Manual mode Main
Menu configuration selection.
SAED
3. Press the left button to toggle from “Manual” (default setting) to “Menu” to the
Contrast icon.
The default SAED-Manual mode Main Menu has “Manual” on the left and “Menu” on
the right. (Versions 07.01.01, 06.01.01, and later).
Manual Vol Menu

SAED-Manual Mode Main Menu when Manual is selected.
If the Supervisor > Setup > SAED > Manual/Menu/Contrast menu item is set to
“Menu,” then the Main menu has “Menu” on the left and “Manual” on the right:
Menu Vol Manual

SAED-Manual Mode Main Menu when Menu is selected.
If the Supervisor > Setup > SAED > Manual/Menu/Contrast menu item is set to “- -,”
then the Main Menu has “- -” on the left and “Manual” on the right. (Versions
05.XX.XX, 04.XX.XX, and earlier). If supervisors select this configuration, then entry
into Manual mode with a password is necessary to access any menu.
4 Vol Manual
SAED-Manual Mode Main Menu when the Contrast Icon is selected.
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5 Maintenance
This section contains information on inspecting, maintaining, cleaning, and servicing the
defibrillator.
Inspection
To ensure the readiness and optimum working condition of the defibrillator, it should be
inspected and tested daily, weekly, or monthly, depending on the frequency of its use.
The checks outlined in the operator checklists should be planned according to the
inspection schedule outlined below. The goal is to maintain the defibrillator in an
operation-ready state.
Also check new pads or other accessories for compatibility with the defibrillator when
they are first received.
Scheduling Inspections
Inspect each defibrillator regularly to ensure that it is ready for service when needed. The
following table presents guidelines for determining an appropriate inspection schedule for
your defibrillators.
Frequency of Use Inspection Schedule

Weekly Daily
Monthly Weekly
Rarely Monthly
Note When powered by a non-rechargeable battery, the defibrillator must be used very
infrequently to prolong battery life.
Note If the defibrillator is used more than once per month, it is recommended that
authorized service personnel perform a periodic inspection servicing at least once
per year.
Power-Up and Self-Test

Press the ON button to power-up the defibrillator and automatically perform a self-test. At
power-up, the following tests are performed: battery, main processor, memory and
program, stuck key, ECG preamp, and defibrillator.
If the built-in sensors in the defibrillator detect a problem prior to or during operation, the
defibrillator provides a voice or screen prompt indicating the problem.
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“Troubleshooting” on page 65 lists fault indicators and determines possible corrective

actions.
Inspecting for Damage

Before every use, inspect the defibrillator, the pad connector, and battery. Look for signs
of damage.
Note See the preparedness checklists later in this chapter for specific inspection
requirements.
Contact an authorized service agent immediately if:
• The defibrillator is not functioning properly.

• Any connector or cord shows signs of deterioration.
• The defibrillator was subjected to extreme mechanical stress (e.g., falling from a
cart).
• Liquid was spilled on the defibrillator.
Service and Repair

WARNING Hazardous voltage. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not
attempt to remove the cover under any circumstances. There are no operator
serviceable components and only a qualified technician should service the
defibrillator.
WARNING Do not disassemble the defibrillator. There are no operator

serviceable components. Service and repair should be performed only by
authorized service personnel.
If a defibrillator needs servicing, contact a Welch Allyn authorized service agent (see page
ii). Be prepared to provide the following information:
• Model
• Serial number
• Description of the problem
If the defibrillator needs to be returned for servicing, use the original shipping container. If
the shipping container is not available, please contact Welch Allyn (page ii) for packing
instructions prior to shipping so that the defibrillator is not damaged in shipping.
Note Information such as circuit diagrams, parts lists, descriptions, and calibration
procedures needed to aid in repairing components designated as field repairable
may be requested from Welch Allyn.
Checklists for Preparedness

Use the FDA Checklist and Automated External Defibrillators: Operator’s Checklist to help
maintain the defibrillator in an operation-ready condition.
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FDA Checklist
An important part of a successful maintenance program is the creation of a maintenance
log in which information is recorded on a regular basis. The log provides a:
• Record of the maintenance performed, who performed it, and when it was
completed.
• Schedule of periodic requirements such as calibration and certification.
• Tracking of accessories, such as batteries, that require periodic testing and

replacement.
Automated External Defibrillators Operator’s Checklist

In accordance with the recommendations of the Defibrillator Working Group of the Food
and Drug Administration (FDA), Welch Allyn provides this operator’s checklist. Use the
Frequent Use Checklist if rechargeable NiMH batteries are used. Use the Infrequent Use
Checklist for standby units utilizing non-rechargeable lithium batteries.
Automated External Defibrillator Operator’s Checklist

Infrequent Use (Non-Rechargeable Battery)
Date: ______________Shift: ___________ Location:_____________________________
Welch Allyn AED Serial No. or Facility ID No. ____________________________________
Description OK as found Corrective Action/Remarks

Defibrillator Unit
Clean, no spills, clear of objects on top, casing intact
Cables/Connectors
Inspect for cracks, broken wire, or damage
Connectors are engaged securely and are not
damaged
Supplies
Two sets of pads in sealed packages within
expiration date
Hand towel
Scissors
Razor
Alcohol wipes
Spare battery
Spare PCMCIA data card (optional)
Power Supply
Verify non-rechargeable (long storage life) battery
inserted and within the expiration date
Verify that the system ready indicator shows READY
____________________________________ ____________________________________
Signature Print Name
Automated External Defibrillator Operator’s Checklist

Infrequent Use (Rechargeable Battery)
Date: ______________Shift: ___________ Location:_____________________________
Welch Allyn AED Serial No. or Facility ID No. ____________________________________
Description OK as found Corrective Action/Remarks

Defibrillator Unit
Clean, no spills, clear of objects on top, casing intact
Cables/Connectors
Inspect for cracks, broken wire, or damage
Connectors are engaged securely and are not damaged
Supplies
Two sets of pads in sealed packages within expiration date
Hand towel
Scissors
Razor
Alcohol wipes
Spare battery
Spare PCMCIA data card (optional)
Power Supply
Fully charged battery inserted and within the expiration date
Spare charged battery available
Battery rotation/conditioning schedule has been followed
System-ready indicator shows READY
Indicators/ECG Display
Remove the PCMCIA card (if used)
Power on and verify display is on
Self-test passed
“Apply Defibrillation Pads” is spoken
Correct time displayed
Charge/Display Cycle: Attach the simulator
Detects, charges, and delivers shock for VF
Responds correctly to non-shockable rhythms
Enter manual override mode, connect the defibrillation test load, charge to 360 J, and fire the defibrillator
Verify delivered energy = 360 J ± 36 J
Replace the PCMCIA card (if used)
Major problems identified (out of service)
____________________________________ ____________________________________
Signature Print Name
Maintenance Schedule
Caution Improper maintenance may cause the defibrillator to malfunction.
Maintain the defibrillator as described in this manual.
Prepare a customized maintenance schedule for the defibrillator to reflect how the unit
will be used. The schedule should account for how often the defibrillator is used and
where it is used. In addition, the schedule should consider how familiar the operators are
with the operation of the defibrillator. Here are some guidelines for preparing a
maintenance schedule at your facility:
Note When powered by a non-rechargeable battery, the defibrillator must be used

infrequently to prolong battery life.
Frequency Observe Action

Daily and Check the status indicator. Verify that the “ready to If the status indicator is flashing, replace the
after each use” status indicator on the front of the defibrillator battery. If a solid red symbol appears, remove
use is operating. defibrillator from service and contact Welch Allyn
customer service.
Weekly and Inspect exterior of the defibrillator and pad Clean the defibrillator. If damaged, remove
after each connector for any signs of damage. defibrillator from service and contact Welch Allyn
use customer service.
Monthly Capacity Test for rechargeable batteries See “Battery Capacity Test—Rechargeable
Batteries” on page 61.
After each Make sure that all supplies and accessories are Do not use damaged or expired supplies or
use present and in proper operating condition. Inspect accessories. Replace any used supplies and
the defibrillation pad packages, and battery packs accessories such as razors, gloves, and pads.
for “install before dates” and any signs of damage.
Recharge/replace battery. If using a rechargeable battery, place a fully
charged battery into the defibrillator and recharge
the used battery to full.
If using a non-rechargeable battery, check the
battery capacity shown in the battery gauge on the
display. If “Low Battery” is indicated, remove the
battery and replace with a new battery. Dispose of
the battery properly according to local authority
disposal standards.
Always verify that a fully charged spare battery is
available for use.
PCMCIA data card (if used). Remove the PCMCIA data card and replace it with
a blank card. Apply a patient ID label to the
removed card and deliver it for review.
Steady red status indicator symbol. Replace/recharge battery.
Turn on the defibrillator, if possible, and note the
self-test result.
Battery Maintenance
Two types of batteries can power the defibrillator:
• Rechargeable NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) PowerStick battery for frequent use.
• Non-rechargeable Lithium PowerStick battery for standby use. This type of battery
cannot be recharged. The charger does not attempt to charge a non-rechargeable
battery.
Either type of battery may be installed in the defibrillator.
Caution Use only Welch Allyn PowerStick batteries in the defibrillator.
Caution Using an improperly maintained battery may result in power failure

without warning when operating the defibrillator.
Charger and Battery Care for Rechargeable Batteries

To achieve optimum performance from the Welch Allyn Charger/Conditioner and
PowerStick battery:
• Charge battery packs in a moderately cool environment, 5 °C to 30 °C (41°F to

86 °F). Charging batteries outside the recommended temperature range may
cause improper charging and shorten battery life. All NiMH batteries are adversely
affected by charging at extreme temperatures and will exhibit a significant decline
in useful operating time if charged at temperatures above 35 °C (95 °F) or below
0 °C (32 °F).
• Place the charger in an area where air is allowed to circulate freely on all sides.
• Do not place the charger near a heat source or in direct sunlight.
• Always charge stored batteries prior to use. Stored batteries lose charge and may
cause the defibrillator to fail without warning.
• Recharge a rechargeable battery until it is fully charged and the Ready light on the
charger indicates a solid green.
• Perform periodic conditioning cycles on batteries.
Recommended Conditioning Schedule (Rechargeable Batteries Only)

• If batteries are charged in moderate temperatures and are used with low to
medium frequency (one or less charge/discharge cycles per day), recondition
battery packs every 90 days.
• If batteries are charged in a high temperature environment (above 30 °C, 80 °F) or

normally encounter more than one charge/discharge cycle per day, recondition
battery packs every 30 days. (See “Battery Charging and Conditioning” on
page 17.)
Guidelines for Maintaining Peak Battery Performance

Note These procedures apply only to the rechargeable battery.
• Each battery should be identified with a number or letter. An identification mark

will be useful in tracking battery performance.
• Keep spare batteries in a Welch Allyn charger where their status can be quickly
determined. This is the most positive means of maintaining a fully charged
battery.
• Always carry at lest one fully charged spare battery.
• Rotate spare batteries routinely. The charge level gradually diminishes in a battery
after it is removed from the charger.
• Whenever possible, recharge a partially depleted battery. This can be

accomplished following any incident that involves patient monitoring. It will
ensure maximum operating time for each use, without reliance on spares. The
need for a spare can then serve as an alert when an aging battery fails to provide
normal operating time.
Battery Contact Maintenance

When using a rechargeable battery (001829) in the defibrillator, battery contact cleaning is
recommended once a month. If a battery is installed more than twice in a day, cleaning is
recommended once a week. Using a dry cotton swab, insert cotton swab into the battery
compartment and make several passes over the spring loaded battery contact to remove
any visual signs of foreign material. Using another dry cotton swab, clean the contacts on
both sides of the battery and check for any visual signs of foreign material on the
contacts.
Battery Capacity Test—Rechargeable Batteries

Test the PowerStick rechargeable batteries monthly to determine battery capacity for
monitoring. This helps the user approximate the amount of time available for monitoring
when the battery icon is displayed.
Note Perform the capacity test with a fully charged rechargeable battery. Do NOT
perform this test on a non-rechargeable battery.
To perform a battery capacity test
1. Connect a patient simulator or a defibrillator test load to the connector cable. Without
the simulated patient connection, the monitor automatically shuts off in ten minutes.
Turn on the monitor and note the starting time.
2. Verify continued operation every 30 minutes or less.
3. Note the time when the battery runs out. This duration of time relates to the current
battery capacity. A typical battery should provide at least 2.5 hours of monitoring time.
4. If the operating time is less than 2.5 hours, recharge the battery and repeat the test. If
the operating time remains less than 2.5 hours, remove the battery from service and
replace it.
5. Fully recharge the battery prior to returning it for use.
If batteries are charged in a high-temperature environment (above 30 ºC, 80 ºF) or normally

encounter more than one charge/discharge cycle per day, recondition battery packs once
every 30 days.
Due to the critical nature of battery packs, replacement of the battery is recommended
every 24 months. Do not use the battery pack after the “Do Not use after: ________” date
labeled on the battery pack.
Recycling Defibrillator Components

Within the European Union
Do not dispose of this product as “unsorted municipal waste.” Prepare it for reuse or
separate collection as specified by Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and
the Council of the European Union on Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE).
If the defibrillator or battery (NiMH or Li) is contaminated, this directive does not apply.
For more specific information, see www.welchallyn.com/weee, or contact Welch Allyn

Customer Service.
Recycle defibrillator batteries (NiMH or Li) according to the Directive 91/157/EEC

(Batteries and accumulators containing certain dangerous substances) and Directive 93/
86/EEC (Labelling of batteries and accumulators containing certain dangerous
substances).
Outside the European Union

When the defibrillator or the battery (NiMH or Li) reaches end of life, recycle it locally
according to national, state, and local regulations, or return it to Welch Allyn.
Cleaning and Disinfecting

Clean and disinfect the defibrillator regularly and observe the following cleaning and
disinfecting guidelines:
• Clean the defibrillator with the battery in place to keep liquids out of the battery
contact area. Make sure liquid does not get into the electrode pads connector or
the RJ45 connector.
• Use a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive materials, cleaners, or strong solvents such
as acetone or acetone-based cleaners.
Caution Do not immerse any portion of the defibrillator in water or other liquids.
Avoid spilling any liquids on the defibrillator or accessories. Liquids may damage
the defibrillator or present a fire or shock hazard.
Caution Do not autoclave or gas sterilize the defibrillator or accessories.
The following are recommended cleaning agents for use on the exterior of the
defibrillator:
• Fantastik®
• Formula 409®
• Hydrogen peroxide solution
• INCIDIN®
• Liquid soap
• T.B.Q.®
• Warm water
• Wex-cide®
• Windex®
Never use any of the following cleaning agents on the defibrillator:
• Acetone
• Ammonia cleaner
• Benzene
• Butyl alcohol
• Denatured ethanol
• Enviroquat
• Ether
• Freon
• Glutaraldehyde
• Isopropyl alcohol
• Chlorine bleach solution
• Misty
• Staphene
• Trichloroethane, trichloroethylene
• Vesphene II
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6 Troubleshooting
This chapter provides information on how to troubleshoot situations and conditions that
arise during the operation of the defibrillator and gives answers to frequently asked
questions.
Overview
If the built-in sensors in the defibrillator detect a problem before or during operation, the
unit provides a voice or screen prompt indicating the problem.
Use the information in the following tables to troubleshoot. The tables list fault indicators
and possible corrective actions.
Note In some situations, the operator will be instructed to change the battery or
defibrillation pads. It is important to always have spare batteries, PCMCIA cards,
and other accessories available.
Attaching Defibrillation Pads

Indicator/Possible Cause Corrective Action
Defibrillation pad does not adhere properly to the Wipe moisture from chest and/or shave excessive hair from
patient. chest.
Defibrillation pads are dry, damaged, or out-of-date. Replace the defibrillation pads.
Improper pad placement or pads touching each other. Check pad placement; make sure pads are in the correct
location.
Inadequate connection to defibrillator. Check for proper insertion of defibrillation pads connector
into defibrillator.
Pads connector not connected or properly inserted into Push pads connector firmly into the connector socket.
the connector socket.
Poor defibrillation pad contact with the patient’s bare Press firmly on defibrillation pads to improve adherence to
chest. patient's skin.
Analyzing Interrupted
Defibrillator pad removed. Press defibrillation pad to firmly attach it to patient's skin. If
needed, replace the pad.
Electrical interference or radio transmissions. Remove possible sources of electrical or radio interference.
Electrical/radio frequency interference. Move hand-held communication devices or other suspected
devices away from the defibrillator.
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Electrode disconnected from patient or defibrillator. Check the connection to the defibrillator.
Patient movement. Move patient to stable location when possible.
Patient motion (CPR, seizures, etc.). Stop patient motion if possible.
Transportation of the patient during vehicle motion. Stop patient movement or, if possible, stop vehicle
transportation during analysis.
Printing Problems
Flashing Printer Icon. Incorrect or broken adapter. Check adapter and baud rate settings.
Flashing Printer Icon. Incorrect or broken cable. Check or replace with correct cable.
Defibrillator will not print. Incompatible printer, printer is Check for Welch Allyn-approved printer. Put printer in on-line
off-line, or no paper. mode. Replace paper in tray.
Defibrillator prints unreadable characters. Incorrect baud Ensure adapter and defibrillator have matching baud rate
rate settings. settings.
Error Tone. Incorrect Log Setup selection. Select Text or ECG and the correct Baud Rate in the
Log>Setup Menu.
Low Energy Delivered

Improper pad placement or pads touching each other. Check pad placement. Use the pictures on the pads to make
sure they are in correct location.
Defective defibrillator. Contact Welch Allyn Service.
No Shock Delivered
Defibrillation pad connector not properly connected to Push pads connector firmly into the connector socket.
the socket.
Improper pad placement or pads touching each other. Check pad placement. Use the pictures on the pads to make
sure they are in correct location.
Pads, cable, or connector damaged. Replace pads.
Poor defibrillation pad contact with patient’s bare chest. Press pads firmly to patient’s bare chest.
Wipe moisture from chest and/or shave excessive hair from
chest.
Replace the pad, if needed.
Shock button not pressed within fixed time limit. Press Shock button within 30 seconds (Automated Mode) or
60 seconds (Manual Mode) after the ready message.
Electrode disconnected from patient or defibrillator. Check the connection to the defibrillator.
Electrode Monitoring Cable is attached. Connect defibrillator pads to defibrillator.
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Defibrillator
Defibrillator operates, but LCD is too dark or too light. Adjust the contrast setting.
Defibrillator turns off or will not turn on. Reinstall or replace the battery.
Battery depleted or disconnected. Reinstall or replace the battery.
Displayed time or date is incorrect. Change the defibrillator time setting. Verify that time is
correct after a power ON/OFF cycle. If not, the internal 3V
battery may need to be replaced.
Electrical/radio frequency interference. Move hand-held communication devices or other suspected
devices away from the defibrillator.
Operating temperature is too low or too high. Operate the defibrillator between 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F).
Battery
Defibrillator needs service. Replace battery. If condition is not corrected, contact
authorized service personnel.
Depleted battery. Replace battery. If condition is not corrected, contact
No display or messages after ON button is pushed. authorized service personnel.
Low battery charge. Replace the battery.
Battery not properly charged.
Operating time is short when using a rechargeable Recondition the battery and run the battery capacity test. If
battery. operating time is still short, replace the battery.
Other Problems
A fault requires service. Continue to use the defibrillator if it is possible and needed.
Contact authorized service personnel as soon as possible to
repair the defibrillator.
Defibrillator operates, but LCD is blank. Operate the defibrillator between 0° and 50 °C (32° and
Operating temperature is too low or too high. 122 °F).
LCD not operating properly. Contact authorized service personnel.
68 Troubleshooting Welch Allyn AED 20 Automated External Defibrillator
Frequently Asked Questions

Will the defibrillator function correctly if I have reversed the placement of the
electrode pads when I placed them on the patient’s chest? Yes. The defibrillator’s
ability to analyze the rhythm and to deliver shocks is independent of the polarity of the
electrode pads. (See “Operating Procedures—Detail” on page 23.)
Do I select the energy level with successive shocks? No. The energy level is pre-set
when operating the defibrillator in Automated Mode. You can override the pre-set
levels in manual mode. (See “Operating Procedures—Detail” on page 23.)
What do I do if a shock is advised while I am transporting a patient? Avoid shocking

a patient during transport; movement may interfere with the accuracy of the rhythm
analysis. Stop the transport if possible and allow the defibrillator to reconfirm the
shockable condition.
Does the defibrillator battery have to be recharged? It depends on which battery is

being used. The rechargeable NiMH PowerStick battery needs to be recharged. The
non-rechargeable Lithium PowerStick battery should not be placed in the charger. (See
“Battery Charging and Conditioning” on page 17 for information on charging the
battery.)
What is the capacity of the battery? Battery capacity depends on the battery type and
how long the battery has been in storage. See “Specifications” on page 71 for battery
capacity specifications. When the unit is in storage, battery capacity will diminish over
time. The defibrillator continuously monitors and reports battery capacity while in
storage. The battery level status indicator alerts you when the battery needs to be
replaced.
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A Glossary
AED Automated external defibrillator
AHA American Heart Association
ALS Advanced life support
arrhythmia Irregular rhythm of the heart muscle
BLS Basic life support
bradycardia Abnormally slow heart rate
cardiac arrest Cessation of the heart muscle
CPR Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
defibrillation High energy pulse of electricity (shock) delivered to the heart muscle to
restore normal cardiac activity
defibrillation protocol Pre-set order and level of the shock energy delivered at
defibrillation (i.e. 150, 200, 300 J)
ECG Electrocardiogram
ECG trace Waveform displayed on the LCD representing the heart rhythm
electrocardiogram Curve traced by an electrocardiograph
electrocardiograph Instrument used to record electrical currents associated with heart

muscle activity
EMS Emergency medical services
erythema Redness of the skin
fibrillation Rapid twitching movements that replace the normal rhythmic contraction of
the heart and may cause a lack of circulation and pulse
LCD Liquid crystal display (defibrillator screen)

70 Glossary Welch Allyn AED 20 Automated External Defibrillator
log List of ECG samples and time-stamped system events
Manual AED Defibrillator mode that provides text and voice prompts and ECG tracing;
can be operated in manual mode
nonshockable rhythm Patient heart rhythms that are not a candidate for defibrillation
pulse
NSR Normal sinus rhythm
Primary AED Defibrillator mode that provides text and voice prompts; does not provide
ECG tracing
protocol See defibrillation protocol
RF Radio frequency
RJ45 port Connector located in the front of the defibrillator case used to transfer data
from the log to a computer
SCA Sudden cardiac arrest
Secondary AED Defibrillator mode that provides text and voice prompts and ECG tracing
self-test Automatic test performed at system power-up to check readiness of battery,

internal circuitry, main processor, and defibrillator
shock Defibrillation electrical pulse
shockable rhythm Abnormal heart rhythm which is a candidate for defibrillation pulse
tachycardia An abnormally fast heart rate
trace ECG waveform displayed on the screen

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B Specifications
Physical
Dimensions 9.4”L x 8.9”W x 3.3”H (23.9L x 22.6W x 8.4 H cm)
Weight Less than 5.4 pounds (2.45 kg) without battery
Operating temperature 32 ºF to 122 ºF (0 ºC to 50 ºC)
Storage temperature -22 ºF to 150 ºF (-30 ºC to 65 ºC)
(without battery)
Humidity Up to 95% (non-condensing)
Altitude -500 to 15,000 feet (-150 to 4570 m)
Shock Mil Std 810E method 516.4, procedure 1 (40G, 6-9 ms pulse, 1/2 sine each axis)
Vibration Mil Std 810E method 514.4, category 10 (minimum integrity test for helicopters)
Water resistance IEC 60529 IPX4
In-flight use Complies with RTCA/DO-160E, Section 21, Category M limits for radio frequency
interference
Data Management
Event documentation Internal and via Welch Allyn Datacard
Internal memory capacity 1MB: 75 4-sec ECG samples or 500 time-stamped events
Datacard capacity 4MB - 90 min of Continuous ECG
40 min of ECG and audio
8MB - 3 hrs of Continuous ECG
80 min of ECG and audio
16MB - 6 hrs of Continuous ECG
2.5 hrs of ECG and audio
Playback Welch Allyn PIC or Smartview
Quick report Treatment Summary, Event Log, Test Log
Datacard compatibility Compatible with Welch Allyn PIC Advance Life Support Defibrillator
Communication Serial port via RS-232 to PC and printer
72 Specifications Welch Allyn AED 20 Automated External Defibrillator
Defibrillator
Output Biphasic Truncated exponential
Energy sequence (user configurable) Shock 1: 150 J, 200 J
Shock 2: 150 J, 200 J, 300 J
Shock 3: 150 J, 200 J, 300 J, 360 J
Manual energy selection (J) 2, 5, 7, 10, 20, 30, 50, 70, 100, 150, 200, 300, 360
Automatic energy selection (J) 2, 5, 7, 10, 20, 30, 50, 70, 100, 150, 200, 300, 360
Manual lockout Via passcode
Charge time to maximum energy Frequent use: Less than 8 seconds with a fully charged battery; Less than 8
(manual operation) seconds with a battery depleted by 15 maximum-energy discharges.
Infrequent use: Less than 8 seconds with a battery depleted by six maximum-
energy discharges; Less than 8 seconds with a battery depleted by 15 maximum-
energy discharges.
Charge time to maximum energy from Frequent use: Less than 25 seconds with a battery depleted by 15 maximum-
initially switching power on, or from energy discharges.
within any operator programming Infrequent use: Less than 30 seconds with a battery depleted by six maximum-
mode (manual operation) energy discharges; Less than 35 seconds with a battery depleted by 15
maximum-energy discharges.
activation of the rhythm recognition energy discharges.
detector (AED operation) Infrequent use: Less than 35 seconds with a battery depleted by six maximum-
energy discharges; Less than 40 seconds with a battery depleted by 15
initially switching power on, or from energy discharges.
within any operator programming Infrequent use: Less than 45 seconds with a battery depleted by six maximum-
mode (AED operation) energy discharges; Less than 50 seconds with a battery depleted by 15
Analysis time 12 to 16 sec.
Audible prompts Minimum of 20 audible prompts
Visual prompts Minimum of 13 text screen prompts
Controls 2 buttons - On/Off, Discharge
4 software-configurable buttons
Waveform details The table below provides details of the biphasic truncated exponential waveform
delivered by the defibrillator when set to the maximum energy selection and
connected to resistive loads. The waveforms are characterized by typical values
for peak current (Ip), duration of the first output phase (tphase 1), and duration of
the second output phase (tphase 2). Values shown are accurate to within +15%.
Ip1
Phase 1
Phase 2
Ip2
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Patient Ip1 Ip2 tphase1 (ms) tphase2 (ms)

Impedance (Ω) (Amps) (Amps)
Max Min Max Min
25 52 34 5.96 10.14 3.38 5.75
50 26 17 11.45 19.02 6.49 10.01
75 18 11 15.46 21.99 8.63 10.01
100 13 9 18.96 21.99 10.01 10.01
125 11 8 21.99 21.99 10.01 10.01
150 9 7 21.99 21.99 10.01 10.01
175 8 6 21.99 21.99 10.01 10.01
Output energy accuracy
Energy Selectionsa
Test
Load 2 5 7 10 20 30 50 70 100 150 200 300 360
25Ω 2 5 7 10 20 30 50 70 100 150 200 300 360

50Ω 2 5 7 10 20 30 50 70 100 150 200 300 360
75Ω 2 5 7 10 20 30 50 70 100 150 200 300 330
100Ω 2 5 7 10 20 30 50 70 100 150 200 300 310
125Ω 2 5 6 9 18 27 45 63 90 135 180 270 280
150Ω 2 5 6 9 18 27 45 63 90 135 180 250 250
175Ω 2 4 6 8 17 25 42 59 84 126 168 230 230
a. Values shown are accurate to within ±15% or 3 joules, whichever is greater.
AED 20 Pediatric Energy Reducer

Energy attenuation factor 25% at 25 Ω, 50 Ω, and 75 Ω
20% at 100 Ω and 125 Ω
15% at 150 Ω and 175 Ω
Display
Type 1/4 VGA Monochrome LCD
Size 5.7” (145 mm) diagonal
Resolution 320 x 240
Freq response 0.5 - 40 Hz
Heart rate 20 - 300 bpm, user-configurable
ECG input Via defib pads, isolated, type BF, defibrillator-proof
ECG sweep speed 25 mm/sec
Low battery indicator Battery Icon gauge on display with 10 capacity levels
Backlight (optional) EL backlight
Battery
Rechargeable NiMH 12V, 2.1 Ah
Capacity 80 discharges at 360 Joules or
120 discharges at 200 Joules or
150 discharges at 150 Joules or
3 hours ECG monitoring
Charge time 1.5 - 2.5 hr
Non-rechargeable Lithium 12V, 5.2 Ah
Capacity AED Mode Manual Mode
200 discharges at 360 Joules or 150 discharges at 360 Joules or
285 discharges at 200 Joules or 215 discharges at 200 joules or
300 discharges at 150 Joules or 225 discharges at 150 Joules or
6 hours ECG monitoring 6 hours of ECG monitoring
Shelf life (25 ºC ± 15 ºC) 10 years (5 years storage + 5 years
standby)
5 years (standby after installation)
Capacity may be diminished at extremes of operating temperature.
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Special precautions concerning electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) must be taken for all
medical electrical equipment. The AED 20 complies with IEC EN 60601-1-2:2001 and the
requirements of EN60601-2-4:2003.
• All medical electrical equipment must be installed and put into service in accordance
with the EMC information provided in this document and the Welch Allyn AED 20
User Manual.
• Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect the behavior of

medical electrical equipment.
The defibrillator complies with all required standards for electromagnetic interference.
• It does not normally affect nearby equipment and devices.
• It is not normally affected by nearby equipment and devices.
• It is safe to operate the defibrillator in the presence of high-frequency surgical

equipment.
However, it is good practice to avoid using the defibrillator in extremely close proximity to
other equipment.
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration—electromagnetic emissions

(IEC 60601-1-2 Table 201)
The Welch Allyn AED 20 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified
below. The customer or the user of the Welch Allyn AED 20 should assure that it is used
in such an environment.
Emissions test Compliance Electromagnetic

environment - guidance
RF emissions CISPR 11 Group 1 The Welch Allyn AED 20 uses RF energy only for
its internal function. Therefore, its RF emissions
RF emissions CSPR 11 Class B are very low and are not likely to cause any
Harmonic Emission IEC 6100-3-2 No connection to mains interference in nearby electronic equipment.
(battery operated)
Voltage fluctuations/ No connection to mains
flicker emissions IEC 61000-3-3 (battery operated)
Medical Electrical Equipment needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be
installed and put into service according to EMC information provided in this document.
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration—electromagnetic immunity

(IEC 60601-1-2 Table 202)
Immunity test IEC 60601 Compliance level Electromagnetic

test level environment - guidance
Electrostatic discharge ± 6 kV contact ± 6 kV contact Floors should be wood, concrete, or
(ESD)a ceramic tile. If floors are covered with
IEC 61000-4-2 ± 8 kV air ± 8 kV air synthetic material, the relative humidity
should be at least 30%.
Electrical fast transient/ ± 2 kV for power supply No connection to Since there is no connection to the mains,
burst lines mains (battery there is no requirement for mains quality.
IEC 61000-4-4 ± 1 kV for input/ output operated)
lines
Surge ± 1 kV differential mode No connection to
IEC 61000-4-5 ± 2 kV common mode mains (battery
operated)
Voltage dips, short <5% UT (>95% dip in UT) No connection to
interruptions, and for 0.5 cycle mains (battery
voltage variations on operated)
power supply input lines. 40% UT (60% dip in UT) for
IEC 61000-4-11 5 cycles
70% UT (30% dip in UT) for
25 cycles
<5% UT (>95%dip in UT)
for 5 sec
Power frequency 3 A/m 10 A/m Power frequency magnetic fields should
(50/60 Hz) be at levels characteristic of a typical
magnetic field location in a typical commercial or
IEC 61000-4-8 hospital environment
Note: UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.
a. ESD ±4 kV air and ±2 kV contact allows no equipment change per EN60601-2-4:2003; follows normal EN60601-1-2:2001
criteria otherwise.
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration—electromagnetic immunity

(IEC 60601-1-2 Table 203)
Immunity test IEC 60601 Compliance Electromagnetic

test level level environment - guidance
Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of the Welch Allyn AED 20,
including cables, than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation applicable to the frequency of
the transmitter.
Recommended separation
distance
Conducted RF 3 Vrms 3Vrms d = 1.2 P
IEC 61000-4-6 150 kHz to 80 MHz outside ISM bandsa
10 Vrms 10Vrms d = 1.2 P
150 kHz to 80 MHz in ISM bandsa
Radiated RF 10 V/mb 20 V/m d = 1.2 P
IEC 61000-4-3 80 MHz to 2.5GHz 80 to 800 MHz
d = 2.3 P
800 MHz to 2.5 GHz
Where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to
the transmitter manufacturer and d is the recommended separation distance in meters (m).c
Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as determined by an electromagnetic site
surveyd, should be less than the compliance level in each frequency range.e
Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with this symbol.
NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is
affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects, and people.
a. The ISM (industrial, scientific and medical) bands between 150 KHz and 80 MHz are 6.765 MHz to 6.795 MHz; 13.553 MHz to 13.567
MHz; 26.957 MHz to 27.283 MHz; and 40.66 MHz to 40.70 MHz.
b. No unintended energy delivered at 20 V/m per EN60601-2-4:2003.
c. The compliance levels in the ISM frequency bands between 150 kHz and 80 MHz and in the frequency range 80 MHz to 2.5 GHz are
intended to decrease the likelihood that mobile/portable communications equipment could cause interference if it is inadvertently
brought into patient areas. For this reason, an additional factor of 10/3 is used in calculating the recommended separation distance
for transmitters in these frequency ranges.
d. Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular / cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur
radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic
environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the
location in which the defibrillator is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the defibrillator should be observed to
verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or
relocating the defibrillator.
e. Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3V/m.
Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF

communications equipment and the Welch Allyn AED 20
(IEC 60601-1-2 Table 205)
The Welch Allyn AED 20 is intended for use in an environment in which radiated RF
disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the Welch Allyn AED 20 can help
prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between
portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the Welch Allyn
AED 20 as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the
communications equipment.
Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter (m)

Rated maximum 150 kHz to 80 150 kHz to 80 80 MHz to 800 800MHz to 2.5
output power of MHz outside MHz in ISM MHz GHz
transmitter ISM bands bands d=[12/10]* P d=[23/10]* P
(W) d = [3.5/3]* P d=[12/10]* P
0.01 0.17 0.12 0.12 0.23
0.1 0.37 0.38 0.38 0.73
1 1.2 1.2 1.2 2.3
10 3.7 3.8 3.8 7.3
100 11.7 12.0 12.0 23.0
For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the
recommended separation distance d in meters (m) can be determined using the
equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where P is the maximum
output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter
manufacturer.
NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency
range applies.
NOTE 2: The ISM (industrial, scientific and medical) bands between 150 kHz and
80 MHz are 6.765 MHz to 6.795 MHz; 13.553 MHz to 13.567 MHz; 26.957 MHz to
27.283 MHz; and 40.66 MHz to 40.70 MHz.
NOTE 3: An additional factor of 10/3 is used in calculating the recommended
separation distance for transmitters in the ISM frequency bands between 150 kHz
and 80 MHz and in the frequency range 80 MHz to 2.5 GHz to decrease the
likelihood that mobile/portable communications equipment could cause
interference if it is inadvertently brought into patient areas.
NOTE 4: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic
propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects, and
people.
Rhythm Recognition Performance

Standards
The defibrillator algorithm exceeds the requirements of ANSI/AAMI DF39-1993 section
3.3.18 and the sensitivity and specificity levels recommended by the AHA Automatic
External Defibrillators for Public Access Use: Recommendations for Specifying and
Reporting Arrhythmia Analysis Algorithm Performance. The test database includes
shockable rhythms consisting of ventricular fibrillation rhythms (> 99 υV) and wide-
complex ventricular tachycardia at a rate greater than 160 BPM. Non-shockable rhythms
include various sinus rhythms including supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, atrial
flutter, sinus rhythm with PVC’s, asystole, pacemaker rhythms, and ventricular tachycardia
with a rate less than 160 BPM and/or narrow complexes.
Performance
Rhythm Class ECG Test Performance Goal 90% one-sided Conclusion

Sample Size lower confidence
level
Shockable: VF 90 >90% sensitivity 97.2% Meets the AAMI DF39
requirement and AHA
recommendation
Shockable: VT 33 >75% sensitivity 84.6% Meets the AAMI DF39
requirement and AHA
recommendation
Nonshockable: NSR 349 >99% specificity 100% Meets the AAMI DF39
(AHA) requirement and AHA
recommendation
Nonshockable: 10 >95% specificity 100% Meets the AAMI DF39
asystole requirement and AHA
recommendation
Nonshockable: all 242 >95% specificity 97.8% Meets the AAMI DF39
other rhythms requirement and AHA
recommendation
81
C Parts List
001829 Welch Allyn NiMH PowerStick - Rechargeable battery
001830 Welch Allyn PowerStick - Non-rechargeable battery
981125E Battery Charger, 1Bay (to be used with 001829)
900216 Welch Allyn AED Carrying Case
001855 Multipurpose Defibrillation Pads (10 pair / box)
002120 Welch Allyn AED PC Data Transfer / Serial Comm Kit
002170 AED 20 Serial Communication Kit with SmartLink Event
Reporting Software program
002171 AED 20 Serial Communication Kit with SmartLink Lite
Reporting Software program
002128 IEC Electrode Monitoring Cable
002130 AHA Electrode Monitoring Cable
001726 Welch Allyn multi-purpose electrodes
980136 Welch Allyn Cardiolog Datacard – 4 MB
980143 Welch Allyn AED Trainer
001910 Welch Allyn Smartview Software Review Program
980139 Welch Allyn Patient Simulator
002174 AED 20 Pediatric Energy Reducer (p/n 002172), carrying
pouch and instructions for use.
To purchase Welch Allyn accessories, contact your local Welch Allyn distributor (see
page ii).
82 Parts List Welch Allyn AED 20 Automated External Defibrillator
83
Summary Of Studies Of Waveform

D Safety & Effectiveness
Introduction
Over 30 years ago, Medical Research Laboratories (MRL) patented a unique monophasic
truncated exponential waveform, which utilized a low peak current, impedance
compensated defibrillation waveform. The MRL monophasic waveform was developed as
an alternative to the monophasic damped sine (MDS) waveform (often referred to as the
Edmark waveform) defibrillator, which was associated with higher peak currents and did
not actively compensate for varying patient impedances. In fact, the MRL monophasic
waveform defibrillator delivers less than half of the peak current of an MDS waveform
defibrillator at equal delivered energies. A new defibrillator (the Welch Allyn AED 20) has
been introduced, which offers a biphasic truncated exponential waveform that
incorporates MRL's original low peak current, impedance compensation design. The MRL
Orbital™ biphasic truncated exponential waveform has been extensively tested in multiple
scientific safety and effectiveness studies. Over 524 fibrillation/defibrillation shock
episodes have been conducted using the MRL Orbital Biphasic waveform comparing it to
MDS, MTS and another commercially available 2kV biphasic (360 J capable) defibrillators.
Results of three of the scientific safety and effectiveness studies are summarized here.
Study 1
Objective
To evaluate the MRL Orbital Biphasic waveform defibrillator against a monophasic
damped sinusoidal waveform defibrillator.
Methods
A canine model (n=5, 71±7 lbs) was used in a study that was approved by the Institutional
Animal Care and Use Committee. The animals were anesthetized with 20 mpk sodium
pentothal i.v., and maintained as required through an intravenous catheter in the foreleg.
The external jugular vein was cannulated and a bipolar pacing catheter was introduced
under fluoroscopic control and advanced into the right ventricle. The femoral artery was
cannulated and an intra-arterial line was placed for continuous measurement of arterial
blood pressure. The chest was shaved and defibrillating patch electrodes (R2 part number
3200-1715) were placed on the left and right chest walls.
Fibrillation was induced by delivering 60 Hz current to the right ventricular electrode. The
energy required to defibrillate was determined by a protocol that has been used in several
other biphasic comparison studies. An initial shock strength of 50 to 70 joules was used. If
successful, VF is reinduced after a 4-minute rest period, and the shock strength is
reduced by approximately 20% for the next defibrillation attempt. If the initial shock fails, a
rescue shock is delivered, and after a rest period, VF is again induced. The energy is now
84 Summary Of Studies Of Waveform Safety & Effectiveness Welch Allyn AED 20 Automated External Defibrillator
increased about 20% for the next defibrillation attempt. This procedure was continued
until at least 3 reversals in result were observed with each waveform. Two ED50
estimation procedures were run in parallel, with the device being used alternated on each
shock. In practice, actual clinical units were used, so the energy steps were limited to
those selectable on the devices tested.
Results
The study consisted of 82 total fibrillation/defibrillation episodes. ID50 peak currents and
ED50 delivered energies are shown below for each group. The mean impedance for these
animals was 62 Ω. The mean ED50 energies were compared and were found to be
significantly different. The significance of difference (p-value) was calculated by the Wald
test in each case, and is shown below. The mean ED50 peak current for the biphasic
waveform was 39 percent of that required with the MDS waveform.
Summary Table - ED50 & ID50
Mean Welch Allyn Monophasic

AED 20 Damped Sine
ID50 Peak Current (Amps) 6.4 16.6
Significance of difference (p-value) <0.001
ED50 Delivered Energy (Joules) 26.3 35.3
Significance of difference (p-value) 0.014
Study 1 Conclusion
The MRL Orbital Biphasic waveform is capable of converting fibrillation episodes using
less energy than the MDS waveform, and requires lower peak currents than MDS
waveform defibrillators.
Study 2
Objective
Comparison of the defibrillation effectiveness of the MRL Orbital Biphasic waveform
defibrillator, with a commercially available Biphasic 2KV defibrillator capable of 360 J and a
monophasic truncated exponential defibrillator.
Methods
A canine model (n=6, 61.6 ± 5.5 lbs) was used in a study that was approved by the
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. The animals were anesthetized with an
intravenous injection of 20 mg/kg sodium pentothal. They were then intubated with a
cuffed endotracheal tube, and maintained on isoflurane gaseous anesthetic. The femoral
artery was cannulated and an intra-arterial line was placed for continuous measurement of
arterial blood pressure, and for acquiring samples for arterial blood gas and electrolyte
monitoring. The chest was shaved and adhesive defibrillating electrode pads were placed
on the left and right chest walls.
User Manual Summary Of Studies Of Waveform Safety & Effectiveness 85
Fibrillation was induced by delivering 60 Hz current to the external electrodes. The ED50
energy (that required to defibrillate with 50% probability) was determined by a protocol
modeled after that of Dixon. An initial shock strength of 30 joules was used, which was
applied after 15 seconds of ventricular fibrillation (VF). If successful, VF was re-induced
after a 4-minute rest period, and the shock strength was reduced by one energy step for
the next defibrillation attempt. If the initial shock failed, a rescue shock was delivered, and
after a rest period, VF was again induced. The energy was now increased one energy step
for the next defibrillation attempt. This procedure was continued until a nominal sample
size of six episodes was achieved (both sides of the first reversal in result, plus 4
episodes). Three ED50 estimation procedures were run in parallel, with the device being
used alternated on each shock. After each of the three independent ED50 estimation
procedures had been completed, the entire protocol was repeated twice more, each time
starting all devices at an energy of 30 joules. The ED50 peak current and energy was then
estimated for each animal by logistic regression analysis. Individual phase durations and
overall pulse durations were measured and recorded on each shock.
Results
The study consisted of 344 total fibrillation/defibrillation episodes. The mean ED50 and
ID50 estimates (to one decimal place) are shown below. The significance of difference (p-
value) was calculated by the Wald test in each case, and is shown below. Also shown are
the mean total durations measured for each device.
Summary Table -ED50, ID50, & Duration
Mean Monophasic Welch Allyn 2kV Biphasic

Waveform AED 20 Waveform
ID50 Peak Current (Amps) 9.0 6.4 8.3
Significance of difference (p-value) <0.001 <0.001
(Welch Allyn AED 20 (Welch Allyn AED 20
vs. Monophasic) vs. 2kV Biphasic)
ED50 Delivered Energy (Joules) 40.2 21.4 22.7
Significance of difference (p-value) <0.001 <0.4937
(Welch Allyn AED 20 (Welch Allyn AED 20
vs. Monophasic) vs. 2kV Biphasic)
Total Duration (msec) 11.9 12.3 13.1
Study 2 Conclusion
The MRL Orbital Biphasic waveform was as effective as the Biphasic 2KV waveform, and
more effective than the monophasic waveform. While both biphasic waveforms required
less peak current than the monophasic waveform, the MRL OrbitalTM Biphasic waveform
required statistically less peak current than the 2 KV biphasic waveform defibrillator.
Study 3
Objective
Comparison of the defibrillation effectiveness of the MRL Orbital Biphasic waveform
defibrillator, with a commercially available Biphasic 2KV defibrillator capable of 360 J in a
simulated higher impedance model.
Methods
A canine model (n=6, 53.7 ± 6.1 lbs) was used in a study that was approved by the
Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. The animals were anesthetized with 20
mpk sodium pentothal i.v., and maintained as required through an intravenous catheter in
the foreleg. The femoral artery was cannulated and an intra-arterial line was placed for
continuous measurement of arterial blood pressure. The chest was shaved and
defibrillating patch electrodes were placed on the left and right chest walls.
Fibrillation was induced by delivering 60 Hz current to the chest electrodes. The energy
required to defibrillate was determined by a protocol that has been used in several other
biphasic comparison studies. An initial shock strength of 70 to 100 joules was used. If
successful, VF was re-induced after a 5 minute rest period, and the shock strength was
reduced by approximately 20% for the next defibrillation attempt. If the initial shock failed,
a rescue shock was delivered, and after a rest period, VF was again induced. The energy
was now increased about 20% for the next defibrillation attempt. This procedure was
continued until approximately 4 reversals in result were observed with each waveform.
Two ED50 estimation procedures were run in parallel, with the device being used
alternated on each shock. In practice, actual clinical units were used, so the energy steps
were limited to those selectable on the devices tested. The ED50 peak current and
energy was then estimated for each animal by logistic regression analysis.
This study simulated a higher impedance patient by having a 32-Ω resistor placed in series
with each subject.
Results
The study consisted of 98 total fibrillation/defibrillation episodes. The mean ED50 and ID
50 estimates for peak current and energy for each animal (to one decimal place) are
shown below. The significance of difference (p-value) was calculated by the Wald test in
each case, and is shown below. Also shown are the mean total durations measured for
each device.
Summary Table -ED50, ID50, & Duration
Mean Welch Allyn 2kV Biphasic

AED 20 Waveform
ID50 Peak Current (Amps) 5.8 7.4
Significance of difference (p-value) <0.001
ED50 Delivered Energy (Joules) 34.3 32.0
Significance of difference (p-value) 0.885
User Manual Summary Of Studies Of Waveform Safety & Effectiveness 87
Mean Welch Allyn 2kV Biphasic

AED 20 Waveform
Total Duration (msec) 21.3 15.6
Study 3 Conclusion
The MRL Orbital Biphasic waveform was as effective as the 2KV Biphasic waveform in
this model of a higher impedance patient. When these devices are compared on the basis
of peak current, the MRL Orbital Biphasic required less peak current than the 2KV
Biphasic waveform.
Rationale for Animal Studies

Electrical waveforms for transthoracic ventricular defibrillation have been well studied for
nearly 50 years. These studies led to the development of monophasic waveforms such as
the Edmark, Lown, and truncated exponential waveforms that have now been used in
humans for over 30 years. Starting in the early 1980s, biphasic waveforms have been
extensively studied in animal models of transthoracic ventricular defibrillation. These
studies have shown that a wide variety of biphasic waveforms exhibited superior
defibrillation effectiveness to these conventional monophasic waveforms. In many cases,
the waveform comparisons performed in animals were repeated in clinical trials involving
humans. These studies have conclusively demonstrated that well-designed animal studies
can and do predict the results that will be observed in humans.
The reasons for conducting animal trials (as opposed to additional human clinical studies)
are:
1. Animal studies can use a much larger sample size (more shocks per subject), and
thus, result in far more accurate comparisons.
2. Animal studies do not place human subjects at risk from additional (and clinically
unneeded) shocks.
3. The animal hearts can be inspected for damage after the defibrillation studies.
Waveform Safety & Effectiveness Conclusions:

These scientific studies have demonstrated that:
• The data suggests that the MRL Orbital Biphasic waveform in the Welch Allyn AED 20
is at least as effective as, and may be more effective than, either of the two tested
monophasic waveforms, appearing to allow termination of fibrillation episodes using
lower energies.
• The MRL Orbital Biphasic waveform in the Welch Allyn AED 20 is as effective as the
2KV biphasic truncated exponential waveform in another commercially available
defibrillator.
• The MRL Orbital Biphasic waveform in the Welch Allyn AED 20 requires less peak
current to achieve defibrillation effectiveness than either of the two monophasic
waveforms or the 2KV biphasic truncated exponential waveform that is used in
another commercially available defibrillators.

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Reorder Part Number 810-2484-XX

Medical Device Registration

• Assembly operations, extensions, readjustments, modifications, or repairs are

• The defibrillator is used in accordance with the instructions for use.

Contact and Technical Support

Indemnification Against Defects

This indemnification is expressly conditioned on the Purchaser's fulfilling the following

Address for notification of Claims:

Attn: General Counsel

WARNING Includes conditions, hazards, or unsafe practices that can result in

Caution Conditions, hazards, or unsafe practices that can result in minor

Note The default supervisor password is 1-2-3.

General Cautions and Notices

WARNING Ferromagnetic equipment. ECG electrodes and cables contain

Caution Patient physical harm. Place the defibrillator in a position where it

WARNING Cardiac pacemakers may affect rhythm analysis. Patient pacemakers

WARNING Radio frequency (RF) interference. Do not operate the defibrillator in

Defibrillator and Electrode Pads

Electrical Shock or Fire Hazard

WARNING Improper use can cause injury. The defibrillator contains an

Caution Do not immerse or expose the defibrillator to water or other liquids. Do

Caution Do not repeatedly charge and discharge the defibrillator in rapid

Caution Improper maintenance can cause improper performance. Follow

Caution Never attempt to recharge a non-rechargeable battery.

Caution Check the capacity of a non-rechargeable battery after each use.

Caution Replace the rechargeable battery at 24 months. Battery replacement at

Care and Storage

Consult accompanying documents Earth (ground)

Defibrillator protected, type BF patient Defibrillator protected, type CF patient

Dangerous voltage Negative input terminal

Altitude limit Positive input terminal

Fragile Humidity limit

Keep away from rain This way up

LiMnO2 Lithium Manganese Dioxide battery Non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation

Separate batteries from other disposables for recycling

• Extensive voice and visual prompts for the operator

• Weekly and monthly self-test to ensure readiness

• Optional rechargeable battery

• Biphasic energy output

• Lock-out protection to prevent inadvertent defibrillation in manual mode

System Upgrades and Options

Preparing the Defibrillator for Use

3. Run the self-test.

Unpacking and Inspecting

1. Open and carefully unpack each carton.

2. Examine the instruments and accessories for signs of damage.

Installing the Battery

• Use the Lithium PowerStick non-rechargeable battery for standby use.

To install the battery:

2. Push the battery in until it clicks into place.

READY DO NOT USE FLASHING

To replace the battery:

Battery lock release

2. Replace the battery with a backup. Recharge the removed battery, if it is a

“Troubleshooting” on page 65 lists fault indicators and determines possible corrective

Setting the Time and Date