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Enteral Feeding Pump
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Section I – General Information
The KANGAROO ePump enteral feeding pump is a simple-to-use, precision enteral feeding pump. It is easily programmed
to provide patients with either continuous or intermittent feeding, and can provide automatic flushing capability when
used with KANGAROO ePump Feed & Flush Sets.
User Interface:
• Intuitive user interface
• Large, backlit LCD display
• Step-by-step prompts to guide programming and operation
• “Stoplight” LED array visually indicates pump status in a bright or darkened room
Ergonomics:
• Quiet operation
• Compact, aesthetic design
• Tabletop usage or IV pole mounting
• Simple loading of Pump Sets
• Transparent side door to protect Pump Set
• Integrated handle for easy transport
Features:
• MISTIC (Magnetic Intelligent Set Type Identification Connector) Feed-Only vs. Feed & Flush Set identification system to
ensure match between the pump’s user interface and Pump Set type
• Automatic Anti-Free-Flow (AFF) System
• Audible alarm to indicate errors or Pump Set loading conditions
• Attitude-independent design eliminates need for drip chamber on pump set
• Sensor technology detects both upstream and downstream flow conditions
• Continuous feed, intermittent feed, and flush capability
• Auto-prime feature reduces the need for time-consuming manual priming
• Hold feature with programmable restart
• Stores previous 72 hours of feeding and flushing history
Service:
• Serial I/O port for data retrieval and software updates
• Uses replaceable, rechargeable NiMH Battery Pack for 15 hours of backup power
• Removable Power Cord
• Removable Pole Clamp
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