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LIFEPAK CR2 Defibrillator Operating Instructions with cprINSIGHT, Document 3321515-028 (2019), Chapter 7, Caring for the Defibrillator.
Manufacturer Recommendation / AEM Status
The LIFEPAK CR2 performs automatic self-tests daily, weekly, monthly, and whenever it is turned on. A successful wirelessly connected device reports READY to LIFELINKcentral AED Program Manager or LIFENET System monthly. When wireless monitoring is unavailable, Stryker directs the user to check the Readiness indicator at least once each month. Inspect and restore the device after every use, replace opened/used/expired electrodes, and replace a low or depleted battery immediately.
This readiness procedure follows the manufacturer maintenance model; it does not add an unsupported annual energy-delivery calibration. Apply stricter jurisdictional or facility requirements when applicable. Alternative inspection intervals belong under the facility's approved AEM program.
What This PM Procedure Covers
- Asset identity, configuration, service history, location, enclosure, labels, accessories, and emergency supplies
- Readiness indicator and DEVICE READY / DEVICE NOT READY diagnostic workflow
- Automatic self-tests and optional remote readiness monitoring
- QUIK-STEP electrode tray seal, expiration, installation, and replacement criteria
- LIFEPAK CR2 nonrechargeable lithium battery condition, replacement, and battery-insertion self-test
- Lid activation, audible prompts, language/child controls, storage, cleaning, post-use restoration, and authorized-service escalation
Required Tools and Equipment
- Current Stryker LIFEPAK CR2 Operating Instructions for the installed configuration
- Access to the assigned LIFELINKcentral AED Program Manager or LIFENET System account when configured
- Approved replacement LIFEPAK CR2 lithium battery and sealed, unexpired QUIK-STEP electrode tray when needed
- Required response kit and facility-approved inventory checklist
- Damp cloth or sponge and an OEM-permitted cleaner: nonabrasive soap and water, quaternary ammonium compound, isopropyl alcohol, or peracetic/peroxide acid solution
- Replacement AED or equivalent emergency coverage while the device is unavailable
Step-by-Step PM Procedure
1. Verify Identity and Configuration
Action: Record the asset tag, serial number, manufacturer, model, location, installed Wi-Fi/cellular/USB configuration, software/setup status, battery information, electrode lot/use-by date, and assigned readiness-monitoring account.
Expected outcome: The device matches CMMS and its monitoring and accessory configuration are known.
2. Maintain Emergency Coverage and Review History
Action: Provide a ready replacement AED before removing this unit. Review use events, service calls, alerts, battery/electrode changes, self-test status, remote check-ins, setup/software updates, and open corrective actions.
Expected outcome: Emergency coverage remains available and all known issues are identified before inspection.
3. Inspect the Enclosure, Labels, and Accessories
Action: Inspect the lid, handle or carrying case, housing, hinges, latches, readiness window, speaker openings, controls, battery compartment, micro-USB cover, labels, tamper evidence, electrode tray, response kit, and mounting/storage hardware. Check for cracks, contamination, liquid intrusion, corrosion, loose parts, or missing/damaged items. Do not disassemble the defibrillator.
Expected outcome: The device and required accessories are complete, secure, clean, legible, and free of damage that could affect readiness.
4. Verify Location and Storage Conditions
Action: Confirm the AED is visible, accessible, correctly mounted, supported by required signage, and stored away from flammable gases/materials and environmental hazards. Verify the long-term storage location remains within the recommended 15-35 C (59-95 F) range.
Expected outcome: The device is readily accessible and stored within the manufacturer's recommended environment.
5. Verify the Readiness Indicator
Action: With the lid closed, observe the Readiness indicator through the lid. Confirm the green indicator flashes every 6 seconds. Listen for an alert tone; a not-ready unit may sound every 15 minutes, although that option can be disabled.
Expected outcome: The green Readiness indicator flashes at the specified interval and no not-ready condition is present.
6. Diagnose Any Not-Ready Condition
Action: If the indicator is not flashing, connect through the assigned USB, Wi-Fi, or cellular service and follow the displayed diagnostic instructions. If connection is unavailable, open the lid, wait for voice prompts, then within 10 seconds hold LANGUAGE and CHILD MODE together for at least 2 seconds. Follow the resulting DEVICE READY or DEVICE NOT READY instructions.
Expected outcome: The unit reports DEVICE READY, or it clearly identifies electrode replacement, battery replacement, or authorized-service action. Any unresolved DEVICE NOT READY result requires removal from service.
7. Verify Electrode Tray Integrity and Expiration
Action: Confirm the QUIK-STEP electrode tray is fully seated, its foil seal is intact, the red handle has not been pulled, and the Use By date has not passed. Replace the tray if it was opened, used, damaged, or expired. Do not press on the unsupported center of a replacement tray; press its front corners until it clicks into place.
Expected outcome: A sealed, unexpired, undamaged electrode tray is correctly installed and ready for use.
8. Verify Battery Condition
Action: Confirm an approved LIFEPAK CR2 nonrechargeable lithium manganese dioxide battery is securely installed, undamaged, within its service/expiration controls, and not associated with a low-battery or not-ready message. Never recharge the battery. Replace it immediately when low or depleted.
Expected outcome: The correct battery is secure, serviceable, and supports a ready indication.
9. Verify Battery-Replacement Self-Test When Applicable
Action: When installing a new battery, seat it until it clicks and allow the automatic self-test to finish. The test may take up to 2 minutes. Do not open the lid until three audible tones sound. Note that reinserting the same previously installed battery may not produce the three tones. Then confirm the green Readiness indicator flashes.
Expected outcome: A newly installed battery completes its self-test and the device returns to READY.
10. Verify Lid Activation, Audio, and User Controls
Action: Open the lid and confirm the unit activates and its voice prompts are clear and audible. Verify the LANGUAGE and CHILD MODE controls respond as described for the configured unit without entering a simulated rescue sequence or pulling the red electrode handle. Close the lid promptly to turn the device off and conserve battery capacity.
Expected outcome: Lid activation, speaker, prompts, and accessible user controls operate correctly, and the unit turns off when closed.
11. Verify Automatic Self-Test and Monitoring Status
Action: Confirm there is no reported daily, weekly, monthly, or power-on self-test failure. For a connected device, verify it is assigned to the correct account and has checked in/reported READY within the expected monthly period. If wireless monitoring is unavailable, document the required manual Readiness-indicator check at least monthly.
Expected outcome: Self-test history and the applicable remote or manual monitoring path confirm continuing readiness.
12. Complete Post-Use Restoration When Applicable
Action: After any response use, turn the device off, preserve/download the event record according to facility policy, clean the unit and accessories, replace the opened electrode tray even if pads were not applied, replace a low battery, replenish the response kit, and verify READY before redeployment.
Expected outcome: Patient-event data are handled, all consumed/opened supplies are replaced, and the AED is fully restored.
13. Clean the Device and Carrying Case
Action: Clean after use and as needed with a damp cloth or sponge and only a listed agent. Do not use bleach, bleach dilution, phenolic compounds, abrasive or flammable cleaners; do not immerse or sterilize the device or accessories. Clean the carrying case with a damp cloth/sponge and mild soap or degreaser as needed.
Expected outcome: The device and case are clean and dry with no liquid intrusion, residue, or cleaning damage.
14. Restore, Document, and Return to Service
Action: Confirm the battery, sealed electrodes, response supplies, case, location, setup, and monitoring assignment are restored. Close the lid and verify the green indicator flashes every 6 seconds. Document results and corrective action. Remove from service and contact authorized personnel for self-test failure, speaker failure, unresolved DEVICE NOT READY status, physical damage, or an 8-year expected service-life disposition requiring facility review.
Expected outcome: The LIFEPAK CR2 is complete, correctly monitored, documented, and visibly READY, or is clearly removed from service for authorized repair/replacement.
Electrical Safety Testing
The LIFEPAK CR2 is battery powered and the operator instructions do not prescribe routine protective-earth, mains-leakage, or bench-delivered-energy testing as part of readiness maintenance. Mark electrical-safety testing N/A unless a current configuration-specific Stryker service procedure or governing facility requirement explicitly requires it. Do not disassemble the AED; it contains dangerous high voltage and no operator-serviceable components.
Pass / Fail Criteria
Pass
- Identity, monitoring assignment, enclosure, labels, case, location, response kit, and accessories pass inspection
- Green Readiness indicator flashes every 6 seconds with the lid closed
- No unresolved automatic self-test, account check-in, battery, electrode, speaker, or service fault is present
- Electrode tray is sealed, unexpired, undamaged, and fully seated
- Approved nonrechargeable battery is secure and not low/depleted
- Lid activation, audible prompts, accessible controls, and battery-replacement self-test pass when applicable
- Device is cleaned, supplies are restored, and post-use/event-data tasks are complete
Remove From Service
- Readiness indicator does not flash and DEVICE READY cannot be established
- Device reports DEVICE NOT READY, a failed self-test, speaker failure, or need for qualified service
- Battery is low/depleted, electrode tray is opened/used/expired/damaged, or required supplies cannot be restored
- Housing, lid, controls, battery compartment, ports, labels, or accessories have safety-affecting damage or contamination
- The device has reached a facility disposition point based on its 8-year expected service life
Copy/Paste CMMS Work Order Procedure
Follow the current Stryker Operating Instructions for the installed LIFEPAK CR2 configuration. This guide does not replace required training, the OEM manual, emergency-readiness policy, or authorized service.