Phillips Heartstart AED Defibrillator - Refurbished

The Philips HeartStart AED defibrillator is designed for ease of use and prompt response. Step-by-step voice commands and CPR guidance provide real-time guidance.

Includes:

• HeartStart Home AED Defibrillator
• New Battery
• New Pads
• Slim Cary Case

Speciality / Medical Practice:

General practice, Emergency Care, etc.

Specifications:

• Product Usage:  patient resuscitation
• Brand: Physio-Control
• Warranty: 90 days parts and labor only        
  
• Dimensions: 13" x 13" x 5" 
• Days to be ready: 1-2 business days
  

Capacity and Chamber Size

• Lightweight and portable design:
  • The lightweight design, typically weighing less than 3 kg, ensures easy handling and rapid deployment in emergencies.
    
  • Its portability allows first responders and laypersons to carry and use it effortlessly, making it an ideal lifesaving tool.

• Compact dimensions for easy storage:
  • The AED's compact size, with dimensions of approximately 13" x 13" x 5" inches, ensures it can be stored in various environments, from offices to homes.
    
  • This space-saving design allows it to fit into first aid kits and emergency cabinets, ensuring it's always within reach during critical moments.

• A slim carry case enhances portability:
  • The slim carry case, designed to house the AED securely, reduces the overall bulk and facilitates quick transportation.
    
  • With its sleek case, the AED becomes even more convenient to carry, ensuring that you can provide life-saving assistance wherever it's needed.

Temperature Range

• Operates efficiently in a wide range of temperatures:
  
  • Designed to function effectively within a temperature range of 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C), ensuring reliable performance in various climates.
    
  • This wide operational range means you can trust the AED to be ready, whether in a heated indoor environment or a chilly outdoor setting.

• Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use:
  
  • Built with robust components to withstand different environmental conditions, making it versatile for use in diverse settings.
    
  • Whether in a bustling office, a quiet home, or an active sports field, this AED is adaptable, providing peace of mind in any location.

• Maintains functionality in various environmental conditions:
  
  • The device is engineered to resist humidity and altitude variations, ensuring consistent performance even in challenging environments.
    
  • No matter where you are, this AED ensures dependable functionality, making it a reliable partner in life-saving scenarios.
    

Cycle Types and Control System

• Automatic rhythm analysis and shock delivery
  
  • The AED uses advanced algorithms to assess the heart's rhythm, determining whether defibrillation is necessary. This ensures that shocks are only delivered when required, minimizing risks.
    
  • With its intelligent detection system, you can be confident that the AED will provide the right treatment at the right time, enhancing patient safety and care.

• Simple one-button operation
  
  • Designed for ease of use, the AED features a single-button interface, reducing complexity and making it accessible even to untrained users.
    
  • This straightforward operation means that in an emergency, anyone can use the device quickly and effectively, potentially saving lives with minimal training.

• Voice prompts and visual instructions for user guidance
  
  • The AED provides clear, step-by-step voice instructions and visual indicators, guiding the user through the defibrillation process, and ensuring correct usage.
    
  • These intuitive guides help reduce panic and confusion, empowering users to act swiftly and correctly during critical moments, and providing the best possible support to those in need.
    

Safety Features

• Integrated daily self-tests to ensure readiness:
  • The AED conducts daily automatic self-tests to verify its operational status, including battery life, electrode functionality, and system integrity. This routine ensures the device is always ready for use.
    
  • These daily checks give you peace of mind, knowing the AED is always prepared and reliable, providing confidence in its readiness during an emergency.
    
• Shock advisory system to prevent accidental shocks:
  
  • The AED's shock advisory system uses real-time heart rhythm analysis to determine if a shock is necessary, ensuring that shocks are only delivered when appropriate and safe.
    
  • This smart advisory system ensures that shocks are administered only when needed, safeguarding both the user and the patient, and making it a trusted choice for emergency situations.

• Visual and audible prompts for enhanced user safety:
  
  • The AED features clear visual and audible prompts, providing step-by-step instructions and alerts to guide users through the defibrillation process, reducing the likelihood of errors.
    
  • With its intuitive prompts, even untrained individuals can use the AED confidently, ensuring that lifesaving procedures are carried out swiftly and correctly, enhancing overall safety.
    

Construction

• Durable, impact-resistant materials:
  
  • The AED is constructed using robust, impact-resistant plastics designed to withstand drops and physical shocks, ensuring the device remains functional even in tough conditions.
    
  • Built to endure the demands of emergency situations, this AED's durable construction provides reliability and peace of mind in critical moments.

• Water and dust-resistant for robust use:
  
  • Engineered to meet stringent IP55 standards for water and dust resistance, this AED is protected against ingress from water jets and harmful dust, making it suitable for varied environments.
    
  • Whether facing rain, dust, or challenging indoor conditions, this AED's resilient design ensures it stays operational, ready to perform when you need it most.

• High-quality build for long-lasting performance:
  
  • Utilizing high-grade components and meticulous assembly processes, this AED is built for longevity, offering reliable performance over years of use.
    
  • Invest in a device that stands the test of time, ensuring continuous, dependable support in life-saving situations, making it a valuable addition to any emergency response toolkit.
    

Principles of Operation

• Monitors heart rhythm and advises if a shock is needed:
  
  • The AED uses advanced algorithms to continuously monitor the heart's electrical activity, identifying irregular rhythms such as ventricular fibrillation or ventricular tachycardia that may require defibrillation.
    
  • With its sophisticated heart rhythm analysis, this AED provides reliable guidance, ensuring that life-saving shocks are delivered only when necessary, enhancing patient safety.
    

• Delivers a controlled electric shock to the heart:
  
  • Upon detecting a shockable rhythm, the AED delivers a precise, controlled electric shock designed to depolarize the heart muscle, resetting the heart's electrical state and allowing it to re-establish an effective rhythm.
    
  • This precise shock delivery system maximizes the chances of restoring a normal heart rhythm, giving users the confidence to act swiftly and effectively in emergency situations.
    

• Provides continuous monitoring and feedback during use:
  
  • Throughout the resuscitation process, the AED continues to monitor the patient's heart rhythm, providing real-time feedback and instructions to the user, including CPR guidance if needed.
    
  • The continuous monitoring and real-time feedback ensure that users are supported throughout the entire emergency response, making it easier to provide optimal care and improve outcomes.
    

Importance of Specific Features

• User-friendly interface for ease of use:
  
  • The AED's design incorporates a simple, intuitive interface with clearly marked buttons and straightforward operational instructions, making it accessible to users with minimal training.
    
  • The user-friendly design ensures that even those without medical training can confidently operate the AED in emergencies, significantly enhancing its effectiveness in saving lives.
    

• Quick shock delivery to increase survival chances:
  
  • Rapid defibrillation is crucial during cardiac arrest, as the likelihood of survival decreases with each passing minute. The AED is engineered to deliver a shock within seconds of detecting a shockable rhythm.
    
  • The fast shock delivery mechanism of this AED significantly boosts the chances of survival, ensuring timely intervention when every second counts.
    

• Reliable self-diagnostics for consistent performance:
  
  • The AED performs regular self-diagnostics to check its battery, internal circuitry, and electrode functionality, ensuring it is always in a ready state for use.
    
  • With its dependable self-diagnostic system, this AED provides reassurance that it will be fully operational when needed, offering consistent reliability and peace of mind.
    

Specialty / Medical Practice

• Public Places (Schools and Offices):
  
  • AEDs in public places significantly enhance the response to sudden cardiac arrests, providing immediate care before emergency services arrive. Studies show that AEDs in schools and offices reduce the time to defibrillation, increasing survival rates.
    
  • Equipping schools and offices with the Philips HeartStart AED ensures a safer environment, ready to handle cardiac emergencies swiftly and effectively.

• First Responders and Laypersons:
  
  • The AED is designed for ease of use by both trained and untrained individuals. It features clear voice prompts and visual instructions, making it accessible for anyone to operate in an emergency.
    
  • Empower first responders and laypersons with a device that offers simplicity and reliability, allowing them to save lives with confidence and efficiency.

• Community Health Programs and Fitness Centers:
  • Community health programs and fitness centres benefit from having AEDs on-site due to the high physical activity levels, which can increase the risk of cardiac events. Immediate access to an AED can significantly improve outcomes.
    
  • Ensure the well-being of community members and fitness enthusiasts by providing the Philips HeartStart AED, a critical component in promoting heart health and emergency preparedness.
    

Additional Points

• Data Management: Capable of storing patient data, which can be reviewed and analyzed post-event.
  
• Training Mode: Includes a training mode for staff education without delivering actual shocks.
  
• Compatibility: Works with various accessories such as training pads and carry cases for extended functionality.
  

Conclusion 

The Philips HeartStart AED Defibrillator with Slim Carry Case, available through AngelUS Medical, offers a blend of advanced technology and user-friendly features, making it ideal for diverse environments such as schools, offices, and fitness centres. As an AED Machine, its durable construction, comprehensive safety features, and intuitive operation ensure reliable performance during emergencies. With capabilities suited for both trained responders and laypersons, this AED enhances cardiac emergency preparedness and response, significantly improving survival outcomes. Investing in this device means equipping your facility with a crucial, life-saving tool that is ready to perform when every second counts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if the AED is ready for use?

The Philips HeartStart AED performs daily self-tests and displays a green ready light when it's fully operational. If the light is not green, follow the device’s troubleshooting instructions.

What should I do if the AED starts giving false alarms or picking up junk data?

Ensure that the electrode pads are properly connected and placed correctly on the patient’s chest. Regularly inspect and replace the pads if they are damaged or expired.

Can I use the AED on a child?

Yes, but you will need pediatric pads or a special pediatric key. These accessories adjust the shock strength for children under 8 years old or weighing less than 55 pounds (25 kg).

How often do I need to replace the battery and electrode pads?

The battery typically lasts 4 years, and electrode pads should be replaced every 2 years or after each use. Regularly check the expiration dates and replace them as needed.

What training is required to use the AED?

While the Philips HeartStart AED is designed for ease of use with voice prompts, it is recommended that users receive basic AED training and CPR certification to enhance their confidence and effectiveness.

Can the AED be used in wet or damp conditions?

The Philips HeartStart AED is designed to be water and dust resistant. However, if possible, dry the patient’s chest before applying the electrode pads to ensure optimal adhesion and effectiveness.

How do I store the AED to ensure it stays in good condition?

Store the AED in a dry, cool place within its carry case. Regularly check the device’s status indicator and keep it easily accessible for emergencies. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or direct sunlight.

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