Troubleshooting - Ameda Finesse Mode D'emploi

10. TROUBLESHOOTING

SLOW MILK FLOW,
UNEVEN OR NO
SUCTION
AUDIBLE, HISSING
NOISE OR AIR
LEAKAGE
VALVE CHECK
Inspect the valves for tears or holes. Replace any
damaged valves prior to pumping.
Wash valves per cleaning section. Do not insert bottle
brush or something similar into valves.
We recommend replacing valves approximately every 8-12
weeks but this can vary depending on cleaning and use.
CONNECTION CHECK
Check assembly is correct and connection points are
securely attached.
• Tubing adapter to tubing port
• Tubing adapter to tubing
Check adapter cap is attached to breast flange. It may
be useful to remove adapter cap and reattach to breast
flange.
DIAPHRAGM AND FLANGE/BOTTLE CHECK
Inspect the diaphragms for tears or holes. Replace any
damaged diaphragms prior to pumping.
Check flanges, adapter cap or bottles for chips, cracks,
breaks, or other damage. Replace any damaged flanges/
adapter caps/bottles prior to pumping.
PUMP BASE MOTOR CHECK
Slowly and steadily increase the suction dial from the OFF
position all the way to the Maximum position. The motor
sound should increase as you turn the dial up. Slowly and
steadily increase the speed dial from Slow to Maximum.
The motor should go faster as you turn the dial up.
BREAST FLANGE FIT CHECK
• Good Fit: Nipple is moving freely in tunnel of flange.
• Too Small: Nipple is rubbing against tunnel of flange.
Too Large: Areola is being pulled into tunnel of
•
flange.
VALVE CHECK
Inspect the valves for tears or holes. Replace any
damaged valves prior to pumping.
Wash valves per cleaning section. Do not insert bottle
brush or something similar into valves.
We recommend replacing valves approximately every 8-12
weeks but this can vary depending on cleaning and use.
CONNECTION CHECK
Check assembly is correct and connection points are
securely attached.
• Tubing adapter to tubing port
• Tubing adapter to tubing
Check adapter cap is attached to breast flange. It may
be useful to remove adapter cap and reattach to breast
flange.
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