ZOLL AED Plus at a glance
The ZOLL AED Plus is a public-access AED from ZOLL Medical, sold in a semi-automatic version and a fully automatic one. It is still on sale, and the FDA approved both versions under its current premarket rules in 2017.
| Detail | ZOLL AED Plus |
|---|---|
| Made by | ZOLL Medical Corporation |
| Versions | Semi-automatic, and Fully Automatic AED Plus |
| Adult pads | CPR-D-padz, 5-year shelf life |
| Children | Pedi-padz II, 2-year shelf life |
| Battery | 10 CR123 lithium cells, replaced every 5 years |
| Self-test | Weekly by default, plus a full-energy test monthly |
| Ready indicator | Green check in the status window |
| CPR help | Real CPR Help: rate and depth feedback through the pads |
| Storage range | -22 to 158°F (-30 to 70°C) |
| FDA approval | May 26, 2017 (P160015) |
Both versions use the same pads, batteries and self-tests. The AED Plus coaches CPR as well as shocking: with CPR-D-padz on the chest, a sensor measures how fast and how deep each compression is, and Real CPR Help prompts the rescuer to push harder or keep pace with a metronome. That feature is for adults only.
Federal device-tracking rules apply to defibrillators, so ZOLL asks owners to tell it in writing if an AED Plus is sold, donated, lost, stolen or destroyed.
AED Plus (semi-automatic) and Fully Automatic AED Plus: how they differ
- AED Plus (semi-automatic): When a shock is advised, the shock button flashes and the rescuer presses it.
- Fully Automatic AED Plus: Gives the shock on its own after a spoken countdown, with no button to press. It uses the same pads, batteries and self-tests.
Other ZOLL models we cover: ZOLL AED 3 and ZOLL AED Pro.
ZOLL AED Plus pads
The ZOLL AED Plus uses CPR-D-padz, a one-piece adult pad set with a CPR sensor built in. ZOLL gives them a 5-year shelf life; replace them by the date on the package and after every use.
CPR-D-padz (part 8900-0800-01) cover both pad positions in one piece and carry the sensor that Real CPR Help needs. The AED Plus also accepts ZOLL's Stat-padz II (8900-0801-01), adult pads without the sensor, but then there is no CPR feedback. ZOLL's CPR Uni-padz, made for the AED 3, will also plug in, but only as adult pads and again without Real CPR Help.
Keep the pad cable plugged into the AED at all times. If the pads are unplugged, the next self-test fails and the status window shows a red X. Pads are single-use: after a rescue, fit a new package and plug it in before the AED goes back on the wall.
Using the ZOLL AED Plus on children
Yes. With Pedi-padz II plugged in, the ZOLL AED Plus switches to child rhythm analysis and lower shock energy for children under 8 or under 55 pounds, as long as the unit is marked for adult and pediatric use.
Use Pedi-padz II (part 8900-0810-01) for a child younger than 8 or lighter than 55 pounds (25 kg), and don't delay to work out the child's exact age or weight. The AED Plus recognizes them when they're plugged in and lowers its shock energy from 120, 150 and 200 joules to 50, 70 and 85 joules. There is no key or switch to set.
Two cautions from ZOLL. Not every AED Plus can treat children: a unit without the adult-and-child symbol needs ZOLL's Pediatric Upgrade Kit before Pedi-padz II will work. And don't use CPR-D-padz on a child under 8. Pedi-padz II have a 2-year shelf life, much shorter than the adult pads, so give them their own reminder.
For the general rules on child pads, ages and placement, see our guide to pediatric AED pads.
ZOLL AED Plus battery
The ZOLL AED Plus runs on ten Duracell CR123 lithium cells instead of a battery pack. On software 5.32 or later, ZOLL says to replace all ten every 5 years, or sooner if the AED asks.
ZOLL sells the ten cells as a set, part 8000-0807-01, and says to use Duracell cells only: other brands can make the AED charge much more slowly. Install the cells within a year of the manufacture date printed on each one, replace all ten at once, and press the Battery Reset Button inside the compartment when the AED asks. Press it only for a full set of new cells.
A new set typically gives about 5 years of standby with weekly self-tests, or around 225 shocks at full energy. Units running software older than 5.32 need new cells every 3 years, whatever the self-tests say, and ZOLL suggests a dated note by the On/Off button as a reminder. When the cells run low, the AED beeps once a minute while it's off, says CHANGE BATTERIES when it's on and shows a red X; at that point about 9 shocks are typically left.
How other models compare is in our AED battery replacement guide.
ZOLL AED Plus part numbers and shelf life
These are the parts an AED Plus owner replaces, with ZOLL's part numbers and shelf lives. Pads and batteries are model-specific, so check the number before you order.
| Part | Part number | Shelf life | Replace |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPR-D-padz Adult pads with CPR sensor | 8900-0800-01 | 5 years | By the package date, or after any use |
| Stat-padz II Adult pads, no CPR sensor | 8900-0801-01 | Not stated by ZOLL | By the package date, or after any use |
| Pedi-padz II Children under 8 or under 55 lb | 8900-0810-01 | 2 years | By the package date, or after any use |
| Set of 10 Duracell CR123 lithium cells Battery | 8000-0807-01 | 5 years in the AED (3 years on software older than 5.32) | Every 5 years, when the AED asks, or after heavy use |
ZOLL doesn't say whether its pad shelf lives count from the manufacture date, so the date printed on the package is the one to track.
Need replacements? Total AEDs, AED Log’s sister store, sells pads, batteries and the AED itself for the ZOLL AED Plus. Any authorized distributor works; the FDA advises buying AED accessories only from authorized sources.
ZOLL AED Plus self-test and status indicator
The ZOLL AED Plus tests itself every 7 days by default and runs a full-energy test once a month. A green check in the status window means it passed; a red X or beeping means it needs attention.
Besides the weekly check, which an administrator can set to run every 1 to 7 days, the AED Plus tests itself whenever batteries go in and each time it's turned on. The monthly test charges and discharges at full 200-joule energy and needs software 5.32 or later. The tests cover battery capacity, the pad connection, the ECG and shock circuits, the processor and software, the CPR sensor and the voice prompts.
The status window sits on the left of the handle. To run a test yourself, hold the On/Off button for 5 seconds. ZOLL says not to put the AED in service if it shows a red X or is beeping.
If the indicator ever shows a problem, our guide to AED self-test failures and status lights covers what to do first.
ZOLL AED Plus maintenance checklist
ZOLL's routine checks for the AED Plus come down to the status window, the pad and battery dates, the pad connection and the rescue supplies. Check them at least monthly, and after every use.
- The status window shows a green check, not a red X, and the AED isn't beeping.
- The CPR-D-padz package is sealed and within its date, and the pad cable is plugged into the AED.
- Any Pedi-padz II on hand are sealed and within their date.
- The battery replacement date hasn't passed (5 years on software 5.32 or later, 3 years on older software).
- The case is clean and undamaged, and the AED is stored within ZOLL's temperature range.
- Rescue supplies are with the AED: a razor, a CPR mask, gloves and a spare set of batteries.
After the ZOLL AED Plus is used
- Clean the AED with a soft damp cloth and 90% isopropyl alcohol, soap and water, or a weak bleach mix.
- Fit a new pad package and plug in its cable.
- Check the battery and replace the cells if the AED asks.
- Restock the rescue supplies and confirm the status window shows a green check.
Print our free AED inspection checklist to record each check, or read the full AED maintenance guide.
ZOLL AED Plus recalls
The FDA's recall database shows no recall of the ZOLL AED Plus itself since 2009, and that one is closed. A 2017 recall covered another company's pads sold for the AED Plus.
| Date | Product | Class | What it’s about and what to do | Status | FDA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 2017 | Skintact DF59N pads for the ZOLL AED Plus | I | Some lots may connect late or not at all. | Closed 2020 | Z-3109-2017 |
| Feb 12, 2009 | AED Plus (serial numbers below X200000) | I | The AED could fail to deliver a shock. Owners were told to replace batteries every 3 years until a software upgrade added battery-charge monitoring. | Closed 2026 | Z-1206-2009 |
Every AED recall, by manufacturer, is on our AED recall list.
How AED Log tracks the ZOLL AED Plus
In AED Log you pick the ZOLL AED Plus from the built-in catalog, record its pads and battery with their lot numbers and dates, and get a warning before either expires, plus a monthly inspection reminder.
Each pad set and battery is its own record with its own expiration date, so a pad set or battery never lapses unnoticed. Choose the part from the catalog and its shelf life fills in the expiration date for you; you can always type the date printed on the package instead. Alerts go out by email, Slack, Teams or Discord to the people responsible for that site, and the monthly inspection checklist asks about the status indicator, the pads and the battery. See pad and battery expiration tracking and AED management for more, or see every AED model.
ZOLL AED Plus FAQ
How long do ZOLL AED Plus pads last?
ZOLL gives CPR-D-padz, the adult pads for the AED Plus, a 5-year shelf life, and Pedi-padz II for children a 2-year shelf life. Replace them by the date printed on the package, and after every use.
How long does the ZOLL AED Plus battery last?
On software 5.32 or later, ZOLL says to replace all ten CR123 cells every 5 years, or sooner if the AED asks; older software needs new cells every 3 years. Install cells within a year of the date printed on them.
Can you use the ZOLL AED Plus on a child?
Yes, for children under 8 or under 55 pounds, with Pedi-padz II. The AED lowers its shock energy automatically when they're plugged in. Units without the adult-and-child symbol need ZOLL's Pediatric Upgrade Kit first.
What batteries does the ZOLL AED Plus take?
Ten Duracell CR123 lithium cells, sold by ZOLL as set 8000-0807-01. ZOLL says to use Duracell only, replace all ten at once and press the Battery Reset Button when the AED asks.