LifePort Kidney Transporter Operator’s Manual 755-00002 Rev K
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Remote Monitoring
LifePort Kidney Transporter has the capability of detecting certain situations with the kidney and providing
a physical and audible alert on such events.
When LifePort Kidney Transporter is connected to a network computer, the Data Station software can be
set up to send these alerts via email or text message to any smartphone.
Preparing to Travel to the Transplant Site
These instructions may be modified according to your institution’s procedures.
Transport from the Recovery Site
After the recovery, secure LifePort Kidney Transporter and supplies for travel. Recheck LifePort Kidney
Transporter Cover to make sure it is closed and latched. Place the other supply packs containing the
Disposables, instruments and supplies on the cart as well. Reviewing your checklist, double check all
your equipment and supplies to make sure that nothing is being left behind.
Transport LifePort Kidney Transporter and Supplies
If you are transporting LifePort Kidney Transporter in a vehicle, push the cart with LifePort Kidney
Transporter and supplies to the vehicle and place LifePort Kidney Transporter on the seat or in the trunk.
Secure LifePort Kidney Transporter from sliding or rolling. The cart and supply packs can also be loaded
onto the seats or into the trunk. If transported in a vehicle seat, the normal seatbelt can be used to restrain
LifePort Kidney Transporter while driving.
CAUTION:
Keep LifePort Kidney Transporter upright during transportation. Avoid direct sunlight and
hot or cold temperature extremes. Extended exposure to outdoor conditions (sunlight, heat or cold),
can affect the time that LifePort Kidney Transporter can maintain proper temperatures. If LifePort
Kidney Transporter must to be operated under these conditions, frequently monitor the temperature
and maintain proper ice levels.
Delivering to the Transplant OR
When the transplant team is ready, LifePort Kidney Transporter and supplies can be transported to the
transplant team via a combination of the wheeled cart and vehicles, as required.
Checking Battery Power and Ice
LifePort Kidney Transporter is designed so the batteries and ice will last for 24 hours of operation with the
Cover in place and latched. Monitor battery and ice levels during kidney preservation on LifePort Kidney
Transporter.
NOTE:
LifePort Kidney Transporter will alert when the batteries have two hours remaining or when the
temperature in the Ice Container reaches 8°C. However, make a habit of checking temperature and
battery level.
Adding More Ice
Check the temperature on the Outer Display to make sure that it is steady and below 8°C.
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If the temperature is climbing toward 5.0°C, LifePort Kidney Transporter displays a soft alert
(visual alert and an audible beep), open LifePort Kidney Transporter Cover and visually check
the ice level.
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If the ice is mostly melted, remove some water from the Ice Container (using a cup, scoop,
hand pump or electrical pump) and refill with ice. This is part of the non-sterile section of the
unit and can be performed while LifePort Kidney Transporter stays in Perfusion Mode.