4. Cleaning Overview
Washing and sanitizing are two different activities. They must be done separately to protect you,
your baby and the performance of your breast pump.
Wash – To clean the surfaces of the parts by physically removing contamination.
Sanitize – To kill living organisms, such as bacteria or viruses, that may be present on the surfaces of the parts.
When to Wash
Before 1st use
After each use
Once per day
When to Wash
As needed
Detailed cleaning instructions on pages 12-15:
• Wash – Section 5
• Sanitize – Section 5
• Breast Pump and Tubing Care – Section 6
Questions? Visit www.medela.com or call us at 1-800-435-8316.
Breast
Shields
wash
sanitize
wash
sanitize
Tubing
See tubing care -
Section 6
Breast
Pump
Kit
wash
sanitize
wash
sanitize
Breast
Pump
wipe with clean,
damp cloth
Bottles
& Lids
wash
sanitize
wash
sanitize
Carry
Bag
wipe with clean,
damp cloth
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