So far I’ve always gone through the complete load process with my Omnipods: fill the pod then go through the steps with the controller. This time I’ll be on a train when it’s time to change my current pod (Monday) and that got me wondering (finally) if I couldn’t fill it while I’m at home and go through the rest of the process later?
I’m sure tech support has an answer but I like consulting with “users in the wild,” so if you’ve tried it please let me know how it worked for you.
Thanks and happy holidays, whatever you will be celebrating through the end of the year.
Hi Dorie, I read up on pods because I like them and was considering omnipod due to the way my insurance works.
When you get to the 50 unit mark, it activates the pod (energizing it) and begins the timers and alarms. I believe the pod will time out after some time period. I believe it will chime about every 2-5 minutes to tell you to begin a session. I think I read that there is a maximum, somewhere around 1 hour where the pod will die if it is not started properly. Please check the manual for omnipod but I don’t think prefill is possible. Good luck 
Thanks Joe. I was/am hoping the timer doesn’t start until you prime the pod but will continue my research.
What did you decide about switching?
BTW, I was a little late to the game in discovering Omnipod5 app for iPhone. I was going to switch over but Insulet told me the app is not yet compatible with Dexcom G7, which I will be switching to in a couple of weeks. Wanted to let you know in case you have an iPhone and are considering using the app instead of the controller.
I think as soon as it beeps at 50 units the timers start, but again it’s just from other forum posts and not first hand.
I like the idea of omnipod, especially op5 with no controller that was the main reason for me. That and my insurance treats it as pharmacy so 3 months of pods is $20 with no deductible. I am playing with the idea of using pods as a backup to my tandem pump instead of dragging Lantus around with me when I travel.
The no commitment feature of Omnipod is nice, that’s for sure. In case I need to change while I’m out I’ve always carried a bottle of Lispro with me. Recently it occurred to me I could use of the backup pens my doctor prescribed instead (duh!). I rarely take a pump break or have an issue so this means they won’t go to waste.