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
• Tubing care – Section 6
Breast
Shields
3 wash
3 sanitize
3 wash
3 sanitize
Tubing
3 wash only if dirty or
milk is present
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Breast
Pump
Kit
3 wash
3 sanitize
3 wash
3 sanitize
Breast
Pump
3 wipe with clean,
damp cloth
Bottles
& Lids
3 wash
3 sanitize
3 wash
3 sanitize
Carry
Bag
3 wipe with clean,
damp cloth
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