LIFE® StartSystem Emergency Oxygen System

Can the LIFE StartSystem be purchased without the AED?

Yes. The LIFE StartSystem is available as two configurations: the wall unit only (SKU: LIFE-02-LSS-1) for organizations that already own the Philips HeartStart OnSite AED, and a bundle (SKU: LIFE-02-LSS-2) that includes the Philips HeartStart OnSite AED for a complete one-procurement cardiac emergency station. MED-TAC's product listing notes this clearly: buy the wall unit separately or with the AED included depending on your facility's existing equipment.

Which AED is the LIFE StartSystem specifically designed to fit?

The StartSystem is specifically designed and sized to accommodate the Philips HeartStart OnSite AED. The case dimensions (4 in D × 13 in W × 13 in H) are configured to hold both the oxygen unit and the OnSite AED in a single compact station. If you use a different AED model, the SoftPac (a portable companion unit) is the more appropriate pairing, as it is not sized for a specific AED form factor.

What is the difference between the Inhalator and Resuscitator modes?

The StartSystem's two operational modes correspond to two patient scenarios: the Inhalator mode delivers supplemental oxygen to a breathing victim via mask or nasal cannula — used for a patient who is still conscious and breathing but showing early cardiac symptoms. The Resuscitator mode provides oxygen-enriched CPR via a mask-to-mask or bag-valve-mask setup for a non-breathing victim during active resuscitation. The two-step operational design is intentionally simple for workplace first responders without advanced medical training.

How long will the oxygen supply last?

The 113L M4 aluminum cylinder provides the FDA-required minimum of 15+ minutes at 6 LPM — sufficient for most urban first response scenarios where EMS arrival is expected within 10–15 minutes. At the 12 LPM HIGH setting, duration is approximately 8–9 minutes. The constant-reading supply gauge visible through the case window shows cylinder pressure at all times without activation, allowing facility managers to confirm adequate supply during routine AED program maintenance checks.

Is the LIFE StartSystem appropriate for OSHA workplace emergency response programs?

Yes. The StartSystem is specifically marketed as an emergency oxygen unit for workplace first-aid programs and first responders. The FDA-cleared oxygen delivery system, two-step use instructions, and compatibility with the widely-deployed Philips HeartStart OnSite AED make it a straightforward addition to workplace emergency preparedness. The compact briefcase-sized footprint and wall-mount configuration fit standard AED placement requirements for offices, gyms, industrial facilities, and commercial spaces with OSHA or state-mandated emergency response programs.