5. Cleaning Instructions
Supplies needed:
• Mild dish soap or Medela Quick
Clean Breast Milk Removal Soap
• Clean dish towel or soft brush
• Clean sink or bowl
• Drinking-quality water
• Tongs
• Clean pot for boiling water
Parts to wash or sanitize:
• Breast shields
• Breast milk bottles
• Lids
• Connector bodies
• Valves
• Membranes
• Connector caps
Caution
• Separate and wash all parts that are
exposed to breast milk immediately after
use. This will help to remove breast milk
residue and prevent growth of bacteria.
• Only use drinking-quality tap or bottled
water for cleaning.
• When cleaning the valves do not use small
objects such as brushes. Be careful not to
puncture. Do not store wet or damp parts.
Note
• Take care not to damage parts of the
breast pump kit during cleaning.
• Store the breast pump kit in a clean bag/
container until next use.
• Wash hands thoroughly.
• If you notice a white residue on your
breast pump parts after boiling, your
water may have a high mineral content.
Remove residue by wiping parts with a
clean cloth and allow to air dry.
• Distilled water is recommended when
boiling parts to prevent substantial
mineral build-up over time, which may
compromise your parts.
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1. Disassemble
Separate parts
for washing.
T
Tip
• If using the dishwasher, parts may
become discolored. This will not impact
part function.
• Tubing should only be washed if dirty or
milk is present.
See Section 6 for more details.