remove dana from release, new branch for dana and medtrum

marionbarker · marionbarker · commit f5ac15a2e18c · 2025-10-30T15:21:24.000-07:00
diff --git a/docs/build/pump.md b/docs/build/pump.md
@@ -3,14 +3,14 @@
 !!! info "Time Estimate"
     - Omnipod users: 3 seconds to remember which Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM) you've been using.
     - Medtronic users: 10 minutes to put a battery in and look at model and firmware
-    - Dana users: 5 minutes to check your model number
     - Other pump users: 5 days to email friends asking them to check closets for their old Medtronic pump or call your insurance to start prior authorization for Omnipod
 
 !!! abstract "Summary"
     - If you have a Medtronic pump, check the [Medtronic Pump Version](#check-medtronic-pump-version) list to ensure compatible model/firmware
     - If you use [Omnipod](#omnipod-pumps) - check which kind
-    - If you use [Dana](#sooil-dana-pumps) - check which kind
-    - If you use [Medtrum Nano](#medtrum-nano) - Check which loop version
+    - For expert testers only, must build a special branch:
+        - If you use [Dana](#sooil-dana-pumps) - check which kind
+        - If you use [Medtrum Nano](#medtrum-nano) - click the link
 
 !!! question "FAQs"
     - **"How can I find a compatible Medtronic pump?"** Refer to [Finding a Medtronic Pump](#finding-a-medtronic-pump).
@@ -27,8 +27,11 @@ These types of pumps are compatible with the *Loop* app.
 * [Omnipod Eros pumps](pump.md#omnipod-pumps)
 * [Omnipod DASH pumps](#omnipod-dash)
     * See caveat about [iPhone 16](phone.md#compatible-device){: target="_blank" }
-* [Dana-i / DanaRS-v3](#sooil-dana-pumps) (v3.7.5 or newer)
-* [Medtrum Touchcare Nano](#medtrum-nano) (feat/dev-medtrum branch only, v3.9.0 or newer)
+
+You must build a special branch to test these pumps. Please only test if you are willing to update frequently, pay close attention and return to open loop as needed.
+
+* [Dana-i / DanaRS-v3](#sooil-dana-pumps) (experts only, work in progress)
+* [Medtrum Touchcare Nano](#medtrum-nano) (experts only, work in progress)
 
 ## Check Medtronic Pump Version
 
@@ -192,10 +195,10 @@ Loop does not support Omnipod 5 pods.
 
 ## Sooil Dana pumps
 
-!!! warning "Dana pumps support is new - pay attention"
-    The Dana pump is supported with the released *Loop* app, v3.8.0 or newer.
+!!! warning "You must build `feat/dev-dana-medtrum` branch to use Dana pumps"
+    This branch is experimental and requires careful attention to bolus accounting and IOB reporting. 
     
-    Follow the [Zulipchat Dana Pump discusion](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/DanaKit.20support.20for.20Loop) if you need additional support for the Dana pump.
+    * You must follow [zulipchat DanaKit topic](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/DanaKit.20Troubleshooting/with/547829260)
 
     Read these pages in LoopDocs:
 
@@ -208,7 +211,7 @@ Loop does not support Omnipod 5 pods.
 
 The Dana-i is the latest and greatest from the Korean pump manufacturer Sooil, released in 2020.
 
-> The *Loop* app v3.7.5 or newer supports the Dana-i. 
+> The `feat/dev-dana-medtrum` branch supports Dana-i. 
 
 ![Dana-i](img/dana-i.png){width="250"}
 {align="center"}
@@ -218,19 +221,21 @@ The Dana-i is the latest and greatest from the Korean pump manufacturer Sooil, r
 The DanaRS was first released in 2002, with firmware version v1 which is not supported at this time. Only firmware version v3 and onwards are supported with the *Loop* app.
 [Check here](../loop-3/add-pump.md#dana-i-danars-v3) to see how to check your firmware version.
 
-> The *Loop* app v3.7.5 or newer supports the DanaRS-v3. 
+> The `feat/dev-dana-medtrum` branch supports DanaRS-v3. 
 
 ![DanaRS-v3](img/danars.png){width="250"}
 {align="center"}
 
 ## Medtrum Nano
 
-!!! warning "You must build feat/dev-medtrum branch to use Medtrum patch pumps"
-    The Medtrum patch pump is in feat/dev-medtrum (as of version v3.9.0) and is experimental as of now.
+!!! warning "You must build `feat/dev-dana-medtrum` branch to use Medtrum pumps"
+    This branch is experimental and requires careful attention to bolus accounting and IOB reporting. 
+    
+    * You must follow [zulipchat Medtrum channel](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/Medtrum.20Nano.20-.20pumps.20for.20development.20use/with/481836247)
 
-    **Be very careful running this. The initial version had a bug where a delivered bolus was not always recorded properly. This is just one example of why only experts should volunteer to test experimental code.**
+    Read this section in LoopDocs:
 
-    Follow along in the [zulipchat Medtrum channel](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/Medtrum.20Nano.20-.20pumps.20for.20development.20use/with/481836247).
+    * [Medtrum Nano](../loop-3/add-pump.md#medtrum-nano){: target="_blank" }
 
 !!! info "All versions are supported!"
     Both 200U (MD0201 & MD8201) and 300U (MD8301) version are supported with the correct version of the *Loop* app.
diff --git a/docs/build/rileylink.md b/docs/build/rileylink.md
@@ -76,7 +76,7 @@ Sections of interest include:
 
 ## Waiting for your RileyLink Compatible Device
 
-While you are waiting for the RileyLink compatible device to arrive, you can proceed with these build directions and can try one of the [Simulated Loop](../version/simulator.md){: target="_blank" } options. After that, unless you are using *Omnipod DASH* or Sooil Dana, you'll have to wait for your device.
+While you are waiting for the RileyLink compatible device to arrive, you can proceed with these build directions and can try one of the [Simulated Loop](../version/simulator.md){: target="_blank" } options. After that, unless you are using pump that communicates directly with Bluetooth, you'll have to wait for your device.
 
 The population of DIY loopers (Loop and Android APS) has grown enough that you might be able to find someone local to loan you their spare.
 
diff --git a/docs/loop-3/add-pump.md b/docs/loop-3/add-pump.md
@@ -17,9 +17,9 @@ Loopers can choose from 5 pumps and a simulator:
     * Please refer to [Compatible Pump](../build/pump.md#check-medtronic-pump-version) for additional details
 * Omnipod
 * Omnipod DASH
-* Dana-i / DanaRS-v3 (v3.7.5 or newer)
+* Dana-i / DanaRS-v3 (**work-in-progress; experts only**)
     * Note: DanaRS-v1 or any Dana Korean versions are not supported
-* Medtrum Nano patch pump
+* Medtrum Nano patch pump (**work-in-progress; experts only**)
 * Insulin Pump Simulator
 
 !!! info "Omnipod Terms"
@@ -238,6 +238,31 @@ The Medtronic status and commands available are shown in the [Pump Settings](med
 
 ## Dana-i / DanaRS-v3
 
+### Dana in Loop Requires Expert Testing
+
+**WARNING: Dana support in Loop is a work-in-progress; only experts should consider testing this.**
+
+> **A pump manager that works for Trio must be separately tested for Loop**
+
+* Several issues were reported regarding bolus accounting and IOB reporting for Loop
+* For this reason, the Dana pump support, available in v3.8.1, was removed from the `main` and `dev` branches for v3.8.2 (3.9.2)
+* Please do not use Dana with Loop unless you are willing to test and communicate with [developers on zulipchat in this DanaKit channel](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/DanaKit.20Troubleshooting/with/547829260)
+
+### Before Testing Dana
+
+The branch needed to get Dana in Loop is: `feat/dev-dana-medtrum`.
+
+This branch is subject to rapid updates.
+
+Please refer to [zulipchat DanaKit topic](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/DanaKit.20Troubleshooting/with/547829260) before building this branch.
+
+### When Testing Dana
+
+!!! warning "You must build feat/dev-dana-medtrum branch to use Dana pumps"
+    This branch is experimental and requires careful attention to bolus accounting and IOB reporting. 
+    
+    * You must follow [zulipchat DanaKit topic](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/DanaKit.20Troubleshooting/with/547829260)
+
 !!! info "Support for Dana-i"
     All versions of the Dana-i are supported at the moment!
 
@@ -355,8 +380,31 @@ Therefore, it is important to check if your CGM provides a heartbeat. If it does
 
 ## Medtrum Nano
 
-!!! warning "You must build feat/dev-medtrum branch to use Medtrum patch pumps"
-    The Medtrum patch pump is in feat/dev-medtrum (as of version v3.9.0) and is experimental as of now
+
+### Medtrum in Loop Requires Expert Testing
+
+**WARNING: Medtrum support in Loop is a work-in-progress; only experts should consider testing this.**
+
+> **A pump manager that works for Trio must be separately tested for Loop**
+
+* Several issues were reported regarding bolus accounting and IOB reporting for Loop
+* For this reason, the Medtrum pump support is only found in a special branch
+* Please do not use Medtrum with Loop unless you are willing to test and communicate with [developers on zulipchat in the Medtrum channel](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/Medtrum.20Nano.20-.20pumps.20for.20development.20use/with/481836247)
+
+### Before Testing Medtrum
+
+The branch needed to get Medtrum in Loop is: `feat/dev-dana-medtrum`.
+
+This branch is subject to rapid updates.
+
+Please refer to the [zulipchat Medtrum channel](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/Medtrum.20Nano.20-.20pumps.20for.20development.20use/with/481836247) before building this branch.
+
+### When Testing Medtrum
+
+!!! warning "You must build feat/dev-dana-medtrum branch to use Medtrum patch pumps"
+    The Medtrum patch pump is experimental and requires careful attention to bolus accounting and IOB reporting. 
+    
+    * You must follow [zulipchat Medtrum channel](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/Medtrum.20Nano.20-.20pumps.20for.20development.20use/with/481836247)
 
 !!! info "All versions are supported!"
     Both 200U (MD0201 & MD8201) and 300U (MD8301) version are supported with the correct version of the *Loop* app.
diff --git a/docs/loop-3/settings.md b/docs/loop-3/settings.md
@@ -160,7 +160,11 @@ The information about the pump section is detailed on several different pages. F
 * [Add or Modify Pump](add-pump.md)
 * [Omnipod or Omnipod DASH](omnipod.md) Status and Commands
 * [Medtronic](medtronic.md) Status and Commands
+
+For experts only, requires a special branch:
+
 * [Dana Pumps](add-pump.md#dana-i-danars-v3)
+* [Medtrum Pumps](add-pump.md#medtrum-nano)
 
 ### [CGM Settings](add-cgm.md)
 
diff --git a/docs/troubleshooting/dana-faq.md b/docs/troubleshooting/dana-faq.md
@@ -1,5 +1,16 @@
 # Dana (RS/-i) FAQ
 
+### Dana in Loop Requires Expert Testing
+
+**WARNING: Dana support in Loop is a work-in-progress; only experts should consider testing this.**
+
+> **A pump manager that works for Trio must be separately tested for Loop**
+
+* Several issues were reported regarding bolus accounting and IOB reporting for Loop
+* For this reason, the Dana pump support, available in v3.8.1, was removed from the `main` and `dev` branches for v3.8.2 (3.9.2)
+* Please do not use Dana with Loop unless you are willing to test and communicate with [developers on zulipchat in this DanaKit channel](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/DanaKit.20Troubleshooting/with/547829260)
+
+
 ## Q: Help I frequently encounter signal loss or orange loops
 
 First of all, lets check you CGM, since the dana driver trusts your CGM to provide a heartbeat.
diff --git a/docs/version/releases.md b/docs/version/releases.md
@@ -39,24 +39,36 @@ Releases from `Loop v3.4.4` and older are reported at [*GitHub*&nbsp;_<span tran
     * It is a known issue that some screens show up as a different language for iOS 15 devices with v3.8.x.
     * It is expected *Loop* will soon require a minimum of iOS 17
 
-    See [Compatible Device](../build/phone.md#compatible-device){: target="_blank" }:
+    See [Compatible Device](../build/phone.md#compatible-device){: target="_blank" }.
 
 ### Loop v3.8.2
 
 [*Loop* v3.8.2](https://github.com/LoopKit/LoopWorkspace/releases/tag/v3.8.2) was released on TBD October 2025.
 
-This version updates a few iOS 26 interface issues, add fixes for Dana pumps and streamlines and enhances the Browser Build process.
+This version updates a few iOS 26 interface issues, moves support for Dana pumps to a different branch, and streamlines and enhances the Browser Build process.
 
 * Restore expected behavior for phones running iOS 26
     * see [Loop PR 2371](https://github.com/LoopKit/Loop/pull/2371) / [LoopKit PR 573](https://github.com/LoopKit/LoopKit/pull/573)
 * Modify the build schedule to run on Sundays and build on the second Sunday of each month
     * see [Updated Build Features](../browser/automatic.md#updated-build-features){: target="_blank" } details
 
-* Bring in updates from DanaKit and updates from LoopKit to improve IOB reporting
+* [Remove DanaKit](#why-was-danakit-support-changed) support from `main` and `dev` branches of the *Loop* app
 * Update some translations
 
 > When main was updated to v3.8.2, the same update is planned for the `dev` branch. It may take a day or two before `dev` is updated to 3.9.2.
 
+#### Why was DanaKit Support Changed
+
+> **A pump manager that works for Trio must be separately tested for Loop**
+
+* Several issues were reported regarding bolus accounting and IOB reporting for Loop
+* For this reason, the Dana and Medtrum pump support is only found in a special branch
+* If you are an expert and want to use [Dana](../loop-3/add-pump.md#dana-in-loop-requires-expert-testing){: target="_blank" } or [Medtrum](../loop-3/add-pump.md#medtrum-in-loop-requires-expert-testing){: target="_blank" }, the experimental branch is `feat/dev-dana-medtrum`
+    * Please do not use Dana with Loop unless you are willing to test and communicate with [developers on zulipchat in this DanaKit channel](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/DanaKit.20Troubleshooting/with/547829260)
+
+    * Please do not use Medtrum with Loop unless you are willing to test and communicate with [developers on zulipchat in the Medtrum channel](https://loop.zulipchat.com/#narrow/channel/144182-development/topic/Medtrum.20Nano.20-.20pumps.20for.20development.20use/with/481836247)
+
+
 ### Loop v3.8.1
 
 [*Loop* v3.8.1](https://github.com/LoopKit/LoopWorkspace/releases/tag/v3.8.1) was released on 23 September 2025.
