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7. Assembling your breast pump
7.1 Selecting the correct breast shield size
Make sure to use the correct breast shield size. It is an essential component
of effective pumping, helping to optimise milk flow.
Refer to figure ¢6 on the foldout pages.
1. Select the breast shield size by measuring the diameter of your nipple
( ¢6-01).
2. Select the breast shield size that is slightly larger than your nipple
( ¢6-02). 21mm and 24mm size shields are included in the pack.
For more information on breast shield sizing and other available sizes, visit
www.medela.com or see chapter 13 for ordering information.
7.2 Assembling the collection cups
Only use clean and dry parts for assembly. Refer to chapter 6 for cleaning.
Parts needed:
• Tubing
• Breast shield
• Motor unit
CAUTION
To prevent contamination of your milk:
• Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water before touching the
motor unit, parts of the collection cups and breasts.
• Dry your hands with a fresh towel or a single-use paper towel.
• Avoid touching the inside of the collection cup components.
To make sure that your breast pump works properly and safely:
• Check collection cup components for wear or damage before use.
Replace if necessary.
• Always inspect all parts prior to use for cleanliness. If dirty, clean
according to chapter 6.
• Only use genuine Medela parts. See chapter 13 for details.
• Yellow membrane
• Outer shell
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the breast pump all components must be
completely dry before use.
Refer to figure ¢7 on the foldout pages.
1. ¢7-01 Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water before touching
the motor unit, parts of the collection cups and breasts. Dry your
hands with a clean towel.
2. ¢7-02 First assemble the valve of the yellow membrane on the front
of the breast shield.
3. ¢7-03 Align the disc of the yellow membrane on the designated
circular slot using the alignment tab at the top to ensure that it is at the
right place. Press around the edges to make sure it is fully assembled.
4. ¢7-04 Insert the pouring spout into the opening on the shield.
5. ¢7-05 Push the outer shell and breast shield together tightly,
ensuring it is fully sealed all the way around until you hear a snapping
sound.
6. ¢7-06 Connect the long end of the tubing to the motor unit as far as
it will go.
7. ¢7-07 Connect the short end of the tubing into the tubing connection
port on the collection cup.
7.3 Preparing for single pumping
Refer to figure ¢8 on the foldout pages.
1. Assemble one collection cup as described in chapter 7.2.
¢8-01 Insert the unused tubing end into the Y-shaped tubing holder.
¢8-02 Correctly assembled system (for single pumping).
2. Place the collection cup in your bra according to chapter 7.5.
Start pumping as described in chapter 9.
Information
• Double pumping saves time and increases the nutritional value
of the milk.
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