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HeartStart Automated external defibrillator

HeartStart FRx

Automated external defibrillator

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The Philips HeartStart FRx defibrillator features intuitive, step-by-step voice instructions, including CPR guidance, and an audible metronome to help guide basic life support (BLS) responders while treating a suspected sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) Pre-connected SMART Pads II can be used for both adults and children. Rugged, lightweight and reliable, it can withstand rough handling and extreme temperatures. When every minute counts, Philips HeartStart FRx is the partner by your side. Side by side. Step by step.

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Built for rugged environments

Patented technology. Proven therapy.

Real-time, step-by-step voice commands paced to your actions, and an audible metronome and CPR guidance assist the responder. When treating an infant or child, simply insert the optional infant/child key and the FRx adjusts instructions and therapy.
Easily used on infants and children

Easy as 1–2–3

Patented Quick Shock feature allows the FRx to typically deliver a shock within 8 seconds after CPR.1 Studies show that minimizing time to shock after CPR may improve survival..2-5 1. Press the green On/Off button, which activates voice instruction and visual icons. 2. Place the pads on the patient as directed. 3. When advised by the device, press the orange Shock button.
Low maintenance to be ready when you need it

Designed to work where you need it

Lightweight, rugged and reliable, the Philips HeartStart FRx defibrillator can withstand rough handling, extreme temperatures, and dusty or wet surfaces. Designed for use in harsh settings, it can withstand up to 500 kg (1,100 lbs) and drops from 1.2 m (4 ft).
Complete CPR assistance for BLS-trained rescuers

Simplified maintenance

Pre-connected SMART Pads II can be used for both adults and children. Once installed and activated, the FRx is easy to maintain. It performs a series of automatic self-tests, daily, weekly, and monthly to check pad readiness and verify functionality and calibration of circuits and systems. It can last up to four years between battery replacements.
  • Built for rugged environments
  • Easily used on infants and children
  • Low maintenance to be ready when you need it
  • Complete CPR assistance for BLS-trained rescuers
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Built for rugged environments

Patented technology. Proven therapy.

Real-time, step-by-step voice commands paced to your actions, and an audible metronome and CPR guidance assist the responder. When treating an infant or child, simply insert the optional infant/child key and the FRx adjusts instructions and therapy.
Easily used on infants and children

Easy as 1–2–3

Patented Quick Shock feature allows the FRx to typically deliver a shock within 8 seconds after CPR.1 Studies show that minimizing time to shock after CPR may improve survival..2-5 1. Press the green On/Off button, which activates voice instruction and visual icons. 2. Place the pads on the patient as directed. 3. When advised by the device, press the orange Shock button.
Low maintenance to be ready when you need it

Designed to work where you need it

Lightweight, rugged and reliable, the Philips HeartStart FRx defibrillator can withstand rough handling, extreme temperatures, and dusty or wet surfaces. Designed for use in harsh settings, it can withstand up to 500 kg (1,100 lbs) and drops from 1.2 m (4 ft).
Complete CPR assistance for BLS-trained rescuers

Simplified maintenance

Pre-connected SMART Pads II can be used for both adults and children. Once installed and activated, the FRx is easy to maintain. It performs a series of automatic self-tests, daily, weekly, and monthly to check pad readiness and verify functionality and calibration of circuits and systems. It can last up to four years between battery replacements.

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Application notes (1)

Application notes

Brochure (10)

Brochure

Instructions for use (1)

Instructions for use

Customer story (5)

Customer story

Product overview (3)

Product overview

Product news (2)

Product news

Flyers (4)

Flyers

Specifications

Environmental - HeartStart FRx
Environmental - HeartStart FRx
EMI (Radiated/Immunity)
  • CISPR II Group I Class B, IEC 61000-4-3, and IEC 61000-4-8
Temperature
  • Operating/Standby:32° - 122° F (0° - 50° C)
Sealing
  • Waterjet proof IPX5 per IEC60529 Dust protected IPX5 per IEC60529
Altitude
  • 0 to 15,000 feet
Aircraft
  • Device: RTCA/DO-160D;1997
Crush
  • 500 pounds
Vibration
  • Operating: meets MILSTD 810F Fig.514.5C-17, random Standby: meets MILSTD 810F Fig.514.5C-18,swept sine.
Physical requirements
Physical requirements
Size
  • 2.4 x 7.1 x 8.9 inches (6 x 18 x 22 cm) H x D x W
Weight
  • With battery and pads case: 3.5 lbs (1.5 kg) Without battery or pads case: 2.6 lbs (1.2 kg)
Product specifications
Product specifications
Model Number
  • 861304
Battery
  • Standby life (after insertion): Typically 4 years when stored and maintained according to directions provided in Owner’s Manual.
Therapy
  • Adult defibrillation peak current: 32A (150J nominal) into a 50 ohm load. Pediatric defibrillation (with optional Infant/Child Key installed): 19A (50J nominal) into a 50 ohm load.
Waveform
  • Truncated Exponential Biphasic. Waveform parameters adjusted as a function of each patient’s impedance.
Protocol
  • Device Protocol follows preconfigured settings. Defibrillation and CPR protocol can be customized using HeartStart Configure software.
Quick Shock
  • Able to deliver a shock after the end of a CPR interval, typically in eight seconds.
Environmental - HeartStart FRx
Environmental - HeartStart FRx
EMI (Radiated/Immunity)
  • CISPR II Group I Class B, IEC 61000-4-3, and IEC 61000-4-8
Temperature
  • Operating/Standby:32° - 122° F (0° - 50° C)
Physical requirements
Physical requirements
Size
  • 2.4 x 7.1 x 8.9 inches (6 x 18 x 22 cm) H x D x W
Weight
  • With battery and pads case: 3.5 lbs (1.5 kg) Without battery or pads case: 2.6 lbs (1.2 kg)
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Environmental - HeartStart FRx
Environmental - HeartStart FRx
EMI (Radiated/Immunity)
  • CISPR II Group I Class B, IEC 61000-4-3, and IEC 61000-4-8
Temperature
  • Operating/Standby:32° - 122° F (0° - 50° C)
Sealing
  • Waterjet proof IPX5 per IEC60529 Dust protected IPX5 per IEC60529
Altitude
  • 0 to 15,000 feet
Aircraft
  • Device: RTCA/DO-160D;1997
Crush
  • 500 pounds
Vibration
  • Operating: meets MILSTD 810F Fig.514.5C-17, random Standby: meets MILSTD 810F Fig.514.5C-18,swept sine.
Physical requirements
Physical requirements
Size
  • 2.4 x 7.1 x 8.9 inches (6 x 18 x 22 cm) H x D x W
Weight
  • With battery and pads case: 3.5 lbs (1.5 kg) Without battery or pads case: 2.6 lbs (1.2 kg)
Product specifications
Product specifications
Model Number
  • 861304
Battery
  • Standby life (after insertion): Typically 4 years when stored and maintained according to directions provided in Owner’s Manual.
Therapy
  • Adult defibrillation peak current: 32A (150J nominal) into a 50 ohm load. Pediatric defibrillation (with optional Infant/Child Key installed): 19A (50J nominal) into a 50 ohm load.
Waveform
  • Truncated Exponential Biphasic. Waveform parameters adjusted as a function of each patient’s impedance.
Protocol
  • Device Protocol follows preconfigured settings. Defibrillation and CPR protocol can be customized using HeartStart Configure software.
Quick Shock
  • Able to deliver a shock after the end of a CPR interval, typically in eight seconds.

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  • 1. Nichol, G., Sayre, M. R., Guerra, F., & Poole, J. (2017). Defibrillation for Ventricular Fibrillation: A Shocking Update., 70(12), 1496-1509. Journal American College of Cardiology doi:10.1016/j. jacc.2017.07.778
  • 2. Eftestol, T., Sunde, K., & Steen, P. A. (2002). Effects of interrupting precordial compressions on the calculated probability of defibrillation success during out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Circulation, 105(19), 2270-2273. doi:10.1161/01. CIR.0000133323.15565.75
  • 3. Yu, T., Weil, M. H., Tang, W., Sun, S., Klouche, K., Povoas, H., & Bisera, J. (2002). Adverse outcomes of interrupted precordial compression during automated defibrillation. Circulation, 106(3), 368-372. doi:10.1161/01.CIR.0000021429.22005.2E
  • 4. Snyder, D., & Morgan, C. (2004). Wide variation in cardiopulmonary resuscitation interruption intervals among commercially available automated external defibrillators may affect survival despite high defibrillation efficacy. Critical Care Medicine, 32(9 Suppl), S421-S424. doi:10.1097/01.CCM.0000134265.35871.2B
  • 5. Edelson, D. P., Abella, B. S., Kramer-Johansen, J., Wik, L., Myklebust, H., Barry, A. M., . . . Becker, L. B. (2006). Effects of compression depth and pre-shock pauses predict defibrillation failure during cardiac arrest. Resuscitation, 71(2), 137-145.

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