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LifePort Kidney Transporter Operator’s Manual
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Hazards
Overview
This section contains information on hazards involved in using LifePort Kidney Transporter that can pose risk
to the operator as well as to the environment—information that will affect clinician and staff safety when using
LifePort Kidney Transporter.
WARNING:
Possible Explosion Hazard. Do not use LifePort Kidney Transporter in the presence of
flammable anesthetics. LifePort Kidney Transporter is not designed for use in the presence of explosive
mixtures of anesthetic gases with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide.
USE ONLY IN SAFE ENVIRONMENTS
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WARNING:
Do not open LifePort Kidney Transporter to service it. Shock hazard exists if Pump Deck is
removed. All aspects of LifePort Kidney Transporter that are meant to be attended by the Operator are
accessible without opening the Device. If there is a service problem, please call the Organ Recovery
Systems 24/7 Perfusion Helpline.
WARNING:
Beware of rotating parts. Keep hands, clothing, jewelry, ID lanyards, etc. away from the
vicinity of the Infusion Pump when LifePort Kidney Transporter is powered on.
WARNING:
Unauthorized modifications to LifePort Kidney Transporter will void the warranty and may
damage the device and/or organ. This may also result in user being harmed.
CAUTION:
Use Universal Precautions with the kidney and perfusate. The kidney and perfusate may
carry undetected pathogens from the donor. Use proper precautions (e.g. gloves, masks, gowns,
goggles, or equivalent eye protection, biohazard bags) in handling the kidney and in handling and
disposing of the Perfusion Circuit and perfusate to prevent the possible transmission of pathogens to
medical personnel.
CAUTION:
Do not clean LifePort Kidney Transporter while connected to an external power supply.
CAUTION:
Do not immerse LifePort Kidney Transporter.
CAUTION:
Do not allow cleaning solutions to enter the rear panel electrical connectors, the ventilation
holes, or the battery area.
CAUTION:
Use precautions when lifting. A fully loaded LifePort Kidney Transporter weighs 45 lbs (20.4
kg). Use proper lifting practices to avoid injury.
CAUTION:
Local regulations must be followed for the disposal of LifePort Kidney Transporter and
lithium-ion Batteries. If in doubt, call the Organ Recovery Systems 24/7 Perfusion Helpline.
CAUTION:
Use only grounded electrical connections. Connect LifePort Kidney Transporter to a
grounded electrical outlet rated for voltage and amperage according to the labeled ratings on the product
back panel. If there is any question about the ground integrity, operate LifePort Kidney Transporter from
internal power.
CAUTION:
You may remove mains power by unplugging the Power Cord from the back of the unit.
Exercise care when choosing the location of your LifePort Kidney Transporter so that removal of Power
Cord is not difficult.
