Defibtech Lifeline AED Semi & Auto Troubleshooting

The Defibtech Lifeline verbally tells you what is wrong with the unit if it encounters a problem following a self-test. Both electrode pads and the battery have the expiry date printed.

Common Error Causes in Defibtech Lifeline AED

A common error is the electrode pads being unnecessarily unplugged from the unit. When these are plugged back in, the battery does not recognise that they are present and thus causes the device to beep. A battery low in power will also cause the device to bleep.

Step-by-Step Troubleshooting for Defibtech Lifeline AED:

Remove the electrode pads and battery
Check all items are valid and still in date
Check the large battery has a 9V battery included
Plug the electrode pads back in
Reinsert the battery
The defibrillator, at this point, should do a battery test, and say “battery OK” when completed
Then owners need to perform a self-test on the unit. To do this hold down the power button until the unit says “Performing unit self-test” and then will ask for the user to press the shock button (the unit will not ask the user to press the shock button if it is an AUTO unit, with no shock button).The unit will then run through a few internal tests for 10-15 seconds
Once completed, in 99% of cases, the unit will say “Unit OK” and all visual audible warnings will stop. If it doesn’t, the unit will either advise how to fix the error, IE “Replace 9V Battery”, or will give a service code, which indicates a software / firmware issue.

250 - No - Means battery was inserted prior to the pads - you should take them both out and insert the pads first.

Warranty and Service Guidelines for Defibtech Lifeline AED

Please ensure that you do the manual self-test. Martek require hearing the customer do this test to ensure they can claim on the defibrillator's limited warranty. Before Martek would collect the unit, they will have the customer perform the self-test. The customer is required to cooperate and perform this as they may incur a cost of around £150.

FAQs

What should I do if my Defibtech Lifeline AED starts beeping unexpectedly?

Check that the electrode pads are properly connected and that both the pads and the battery are not expired. If the issue persists, perform a self-test to determine if there are any further error messages or codes displayed by the unit Defibtech Lifeline AED. To ensure your pads and batteries are always in date, sign up to our free pads and batteries reminder service.

How do I perform a self-test on my Defibtech Lifeline AED?

To initiate a self-test, press and hold the power button until the unit announces “Performing unit self-test.” Follow any prompts provided; for Semi models, you may need to press the shock button if instructed. The test will check the system's functions and report any issues.

Can I still use my Defibtech Lifeline AED if it's out of warranty?

While you can use an AED out of warranty, it's crucial to ensure it passes regular self-tests and that all consumable components (batteries, pads) are within their use-by dates. Consider renewing your warranty or upgrading your defibrillator for reliability and support.