LifePort Kidney Transporter Operator’s Manual 755-00002 Rev R
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Error Message Explanations
LifePort Kidney Transporter sounds audible alerts when it encounters out-of-range conditions for bubbles,
pressure, flow, and temperature. Many of these errors are self-correcting and
perfusion will automatically
resume.
LifePort Kidney Transporter enters a fail-safe mode of static cold storage if any unrecoverable fault condition is
encountered.
Scroll through the Message Display Panel to view all of the fault conditions. The error indicators will remain
viewable until cleared.
To clear the indicators for errors, which are no longer valid, press either the
STOP
or
PLOT/CLEAR
button, as
advised on the screen.
Check the following list of abbreviations, observed problems, probable causes, and recommended actions.
In most cases the audible alert can be cancelled or temporarily muted by pressing either the
STOP
or
PLOT/CLEAR
button, depending on the type of alert.
Error Message
Probable Cause
Action
Bubbles in Infuse
Line
Air bubble in the
Infuse Line
1. Check Perfusion Circuit for leaks and the connection to the
cannulated kidney, using standard aseptic technique when
necessary. Correct any leaks, under aseptic conditions, if
necessary.
2. Re-prime the Perfusion Circuit.
If problem is not resolved, call Organ Recovery Systems 24/7
Perfusion Helpline.
Can’t Reach
Pressure
Leaking Cannula or
Artery
Leak in Perfusion
Circuit
Low Resistance
Kidney
1. Under aseptic conditions, visually inspect the connection to
the cannulated kidney and correct any leaks, if necessary.
2. Check Perfusion Circuit for leaks. Replace Perfusion Circuit
if leaks cannot be corrected.
If problem is not resolved, call Organ Recovery Systems 24/7
Perfusion Helpline.
Check Ice
The Ice Container
Temperature is 5°C or
higher but still below
8°C
Replenish ice before temperature reaches 8°C, otherwise
LifePort Kidney Transporter will cease perfusion and revert to
static cold storage.
If problem is not resolved, call Organ Recovery Systems 24/7
Perfusion Helpline.
Check Filter
Filter May Be Clogged
1. Do not attempt to dislodge obstruction from
filter.
2. Replace Perfusion Circuit.
3. Contact Organ Recovery Systems 24/7 Perfusion Helpline to
return Perfusion Circuit for investigation.
High Pressure
System Experiencing
Unexpected Pressure
Conditions
1. Inspect Pressure Sensor and Pressure Sensor Connector.
2. Under aseptic conditions, check for arterial and venous
obstructions.
If problem is not resolved, call Organ Recovery Systems 24/7
Perfusion Helpline.
Kidney High
Resistance
System Measuring
Excessively High
Resistance
1. Under aseptic conditions, loosen Mesh Organ Restraint.
2. Under aseptic conditions, adjust position of renal artery.
3. Under aseptic conditions, check for occlusions within the
Perfusion Circuit.
4. Consult supervising physician.
If problem is not resolved, call Organ Recovery Systems 24/7
Perfusion Helpline.
