Sid I like your thinking :lol:
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The D-tron pump (which is the same manufactur as spirit and combi pump) The D-tron is still available, so this chaps pump may not be as old as you think, D-tron pump is the only pump that us able to take pre-filled pen cartriges, it is also water-proof...
If pump is being replaced, then the the application for funding is a formality to obtain the clearance for the purchase of the pump, as the consultant as already said you need a pump so the PCT has a legal oblication to fund and to continue to fund...
I know my pump will be replaced next year, and the only argument I invisage at present it whether I will have my legal right of choice, I choose the pump I feel most meet my needs (didn't get this it was a case of the spirit lump it or nothing)
I know that on my pump the warranty is 4 years, but Rouche can reset the pump after service/refurb and it can be used up to around 6 or 7 years, in compliance with it licence...
But at the end of the day, if a pump is still working and safe to use after it's inital warranty stage, why not continual to use it...