Ameda Pearl Mode D'emploi page 20

12. TROUBLESHOOTING
SLOW MILK FLOW, UNEVEN
OR NO SUCTION
AUDIBLE, HISSING NOISE
OR AIR LEAKAGE
POWER SOURCE
"Lo Batt" Notification
on LCD Screen
"Check Kit" Notification
on LCD Screen
If there are still questions or issues, please call Ameda's certified customer service ParentCare team at
1.866.992.6332.
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VALVE AND DIAPHRAGM CHECK
Inspect the valves and diaphragms for tears or holes.
Replace any damaged valves and diaphragms prior to pumping. Wash valves
and diaphragms per cleaning section. Do not insert bottle brush or similar into
valves. We recommend replacing valves every 8-12 weeks and diaphragms
every 4-6 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.
FLANGE/BOTTLE CHECK
Check flanges, adapter cap or bottles for chips, cracks, breaks, or other
damage. Replace any damaged flanges/adapter caps/bottles prior to pumping.
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.
• Check to make sure the breast shields form a complete seal around the
breast while pumping.
VALVE AND DIAPHRAGM CHECK
Inspect the valves and diaphragms for tears or holes.
Replace any damaged valves and diaphragms prior to pumping. Wash
valves and diaphragms per cleaning section. Do not insert bottle brush or
similar into valves. We recommend replacing valves every 8-12 weeks and
diaphragms every 4-6 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.
AC POWER ADAPTER
Make sure the AC power adapter is plugged all the way into the rear of your
pump base. Firmly press the power button on the lower left side of the pump
face. Make sure the outlet is working.
This indicates that the battery level is low. Use the AC Power Adapter to
recharge the battery and operate the pump.
• Ensure tubing adapter is properly fitted into tubing adapter port on
pump.
• Check that adapter cap is firmly snapped onto top of breast flange.
• Ensure silicone diaphragm is in place inside top of breast flange.
• Check tubing and silicone diaphragm to ensure that parts are free
of defects.
• Check tubing is firmly attached to adapter cap.
• If problem persists, contact Ameda at 1.866.992.6332.
• Check to make sure the breast shields form a complete seal around
the breast while pumping.