Novamed · First aid
Semi-automatic defibrillator for public access
The Saver One SVO-B0918 semi-automatic defibrillator is a 200 J AED designed for first aid: it can be used by people with no medical training, on both adult and paediatric patients.
- Maximum energy 200 J
- Adults and children
- Delivery throughout Italy
What it is
What is a semi-automatic defibrillator?
A semi-automatic external defibrillator (AED) analyses the heart rhythm of a person in cardiac arrest and, if it detects a shockable rhythm, prompts the rescuer to press the shock button, guiding them with instructions.
The difference from an automatic defibrillator lies in the last step: with an automatic model the shock is delivered on its own, while with a semi-automatic defibrillator the rescuer delivers it when the device says so. In both cases it is the device that decides whether a shock is needed.
Public access defibrillators (PAD, from Public Access Defibrillation) are installed in busy places such as offices, gyms, schools and stations, so that anyone can step in during the minutes before the emergency services arrive. This is the role of the lay rescuer: someone who is not a healthcare professional but knows how to call for help, start resuscitation and use an AED.
Product sheet
The Saver One 200J semi-automatic defibrillator
SVO-B0918
Saver One 200J semi-automatic
Standard 200 J semi-automatic version, without mini LCD. It is a PAD for first aid which, because it is so simple to use, can also be operated by lay rescuers. It is suitable for adult and paediatric patients.
- Maximum energy delivered 200 J
- Adult shock protocol: first shock 150 J, second and subsequent shocks 200 J
- Non-rechargeable, maintenance-free battery: standby life of 4 years or 300 shocks
Package contents (basic configuration)
- Battery
- 1 non-rechargeable, maintenance-free battery
- Pads
- 1 pair of adult defibrillation pads
- Carrying
- 1 semi-rigid bag
- Documentation
- User manual on CD-ROM and Saver One Series quick reference guide
- Signage
- 1 AED location sticker
Legislation
What does Italian law say about defibrillators?
In Italy, Law no. 116 of 4 August 2021 regulates the spread and use of semi-automatic and automatic defibrillators, with the aim of making them available in public places and usable by anyone in the event of cardiac arrest.
Among other things, the law promotes the installation of AEDs in public places, on public transport and at sports facilities; it provides that, where no trained staff are present, people without specific training may also intervene; and it introduces initiatives in schools to raise awareness of resuscitation techniques. The full text is available in the Gazzetta Ufficiale, the official journal of the Italian Republic.
A public body, company or sports club that needs to install a semi-automatic defibrillator should check with its own adviser which obligations apply to its specific situation.
In an emergency
How do you use an AED in cardiac arrest?
Call the emergency number straight away, start cardiopulmonary resuscitation and switch on the defibrillator, following the instructions it gives.
- Check that the person is unresponsive and not breathing normally, then call 112 or 118 (the Italian emergency numbers).
- Have someone bring the AED and, while you wait, start chest compressions.
- Switch on the defibrillator and place the pads on the bare chest, as shown in the diagram.
- While the rhythm is being analysed, nobody must touch the person.
- If the device calls for a shock, make sure everyone stands clear and press the button; then resume resuscitation as instructed.
Management
How to keep a semi-automatic defibrillator ready for use
An AED is only useful if it works and is easy to find. Place it somewhere visible and accessible, marked with the sticker included in the package, and let the people who use the premises know where it is. Check the condition of the device, the battery and the expiry date of the pads at regular intervals, and replace the consumables after each use. Operating instructions are given in the user manual and the quick reference guide supplied with the device.
Infection prevention is also part of safety in healthcare facilities: for reusable instruments we supply anodised aluminium sterilisation containers.
FAQ
Questions about the semi-automatic defibrillator
Can the Saver One semi-automatic defibrillator be used without training?
Yes. The Saver One is a PAD designed to be simple to use, even by non-medical people without training, in other words by lay rescuers.
Can it be used on children?
The SVO-B0918 variant can be used on adult and paediatric patients. The basic configuration includes adult pads: for paediatric use, please ask us for information before buying.
How long does the battery last?
The non-rechargeable, maintenance-free battery has a standby life of 4 years or 300 shocks.
How can I buy one?
Contact Novamed S.R.L., based in Villafranca Tirrena (Messina, Sicily): we will send you the price and data sheet of the semi-automatic defibrillator, and we deliver throughout Italy.
Do you need to install an AED?
Ask for the price and data sheet of the Saver One semi-automatic defibrillator: we will reply with full details of the supply.