Troubleshooting - Medela Lactina Select Mode D'emploi

10. Troubleshooting

Problem
28
If the motor
is not running
If there is low
or no suction
If there is an
overflow
Solution
Check whether mains power/battery is available.
Check that the device is switched on.
Assemble the pump set in accordance with the instructions in chapter 6.
Express in accordance with chapter 7. Make sure that the breastshield
forms a complete seal around the breast.
Check whether all connections of the pump set and breastpump are
secure.
Express in accordance with chapter 7.
Ensure the breastshield forms a complete seal around the breast.
The white valve membrane must lie flat against the yellow valve head.
Check that the valve head and membrane are clean and not damaged.
See chapter 6.1 "Assembling the pump set".
l The ends of the tubing must be firmly inserted into the back of
the breastshield and the opening on the cylinder holder.
l The rubber seal is correctly secured to the piston.
l The piston/cylinder is screwed onto the cylinder holder or breasts
shield correctly.
l The cylinder holder including the piston/cylinder is fitted to the
Lactina correctly.
l During pumping on one side, the port cap has been inserted
into the unused opening on the cylinder holder.
l Do not kink or trap the tubing during expression.
l All components must be completely dry.
1. Place the pump set into the bottle holder.
2. Turn off the pump and unplug the power cord from the socket.
3. Wipe off the pump with a damp (not wet) cloth.
4. If there is milk in the tubing:
Remove the tubing and the piston/cylinder and clean according to
the "Before using for the first time and once a day" instructions in
chapter 5.2. Shake out water drops from the tubing and hang up the
tubing to dry, or let the pump run with tubing attached for
1–2 minutes or until dry.
If there is condensation in the tubing:
Let the pump run with tubing attached for 1–2 minutes or until dry.
5. When components are completely dry, reassemble breastpump and
accessories set.