Philips HeartStart FRx Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

The Philips HeartStart FRx Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a portable, rugged and easy-to-use emergency medical device designed to help rescuers respond quickly to sudden cardiac arrest in adults and children. Equipped with Philips SMART Analysis technology, the HeartStart FRx automatically assesses the patient's heart rhythm and advises a shock only when appropriate. Its clear, step-by-step voice instructions guide users through electrode pad placement, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation. The device features SMART Pads II electrodes for both adult and pediatric applications, with an optional Infant/Child Key that adjusts therapy and CPR guidance for younger patients. Designed for challenging environments, the HeartStart FRx offers IP55 protection against dust and water jets, making it suitable for hospitals, clinics, ambulances, schools, workplaces, hotels, airports, industrial facilities and emergency-response teams. Key Features & Specifications - Defibrillator Type: Automated External Defibrillator (AED). - Operating Mode: Semi-automatic, with a shock button activated by the rescuer. - Defibrillation Technology: Philips SMART Biphasic waveform. - Adult Energy: Nominal 150 joules into a 50-ohm load. - Pediatric Energy: Nominal 50 joules into a 50-ohm load when the optional Infant/Child Key is inserted. - Heart Rhythm Analysis: SMART Analysis automatically determines whether a shock is advised. - Electrode Pads: SMART Pads II, suitable for adult and pediatric use with the appropriate configuration. - CPR Assistance: Voice-guided CPR instructions and CPR coaching. - Voice Guidance: Clear instructions for pad placement, rhythm analysis, shock delivery and CPR. - Display: Status indicator and visual instruction icons; no colour touchscreen. - Protection Rating: IP55 dust and water resistance. - Drop Resistance: Tested for drops onto a concrete surface from 1 metre. - Battery: Disposable lithium manganese dioxide battery. - Battery Standby Life: Typically 4 years when installed under specified standby conditions. - Battery Shelf Life: Typically 5 years before installation, subject to storage conditions. - Electrode Pad Shelf Life: Typically 2 years, subject to labelled expiry. - Self-Testing: Automatic daily, weekly and monthly self-tests. - Dimensions: Approximately 6 × 18 × 22 cm. - Weight: Approximately 1.6 kg with battery and pads. - Operation: Battery-powered; no mains electricity required during rescue. - Applications: Emergency cardiac arrest response in hospitals, ambulances, workplaces and public-access locations.