Setting Suction; Setting Speed; Turning Pump Off; Pumping Tips - Ameda Ultra Mode D'emploi

Setting Suction

• Begin pumping at the highest comfortable SUCTION setting for you.
• Increase suction by turning SUCTION dial to the right (clockwise) until reaching maximum
comfort level.
• If discomfort is felt in nipples(s) or breast(s), decrease SUCTION. If discomfort is felt at all
suction settings, turn pump off, insert a finger between breast(s) and breast flange(s) to
break suction and remove breast flange(s) from breast(s). Discontinue pumping and contact
a healthcare provider.

Setting Speed

• Start with SPEED dial turned clockwise to the fastest setting.
• Once milk is flowing (let-down), turn SPEED dial counter-clockwise to a slower setting
to drain the breasts faster.
• When milk flow slows turn SPEED dial clockwise to help trigger another let-down.
• At next let-down, turn SPEED dial counter-clockwise to a slower setting.
• Repeat steps as milk flow changes to pump more milk.

Turning Pump Off

• When finished pumping, turn SUCTION dial all the way counter-clockwise to turn pump off.
• After pump is off, if necessary, insert a finger between breast(s) and breast flange(s) to
break suction.
• Remove breast flanges(s) from breast(s).

Pumping Tips

Pumping Time

Talk to your healthcare provider about how long you should pump. In most cases,
10 to 15 minutes per breast is suggested.

Checking Breast Flange Fit

The standard-size (25.0mm) breast flange fits some mothers well. If pumping causes discomfort,
even on a low suction setting, you may need a different breast flange or insert size. A good breast
flange fit may make pumping more comfortable and may express more milk.
To check your breast flange fit, watch your nipple during pumping. Use the pictures below
as a guide.
Good Fit
During pumping, your nipple
moves freely in the breast
flange tunnel. You see space
around the nipple. Not much
areola is drawn into the
tunnel with the nipple.
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Too Small
During pumping, some or all
of your nipple rubs against
the sides of the breast
flange tunnel.
Too Large
During pumping, more areola
is drawn into the breast flange
with your nipple. Your areola
may rub against the side of
the breast flange tunnel.