Medela Symphony breastpump - Manual (Page 3)

Prior To First Use
The Symphony sanitized version does not require wash-
ing before first use.
To Sterilize in the Hospital:
All disassembled parts can be autoclaved to a maximum
of 272° F for 3 minutes at 29 PSIG or 250° F for 15-20
minutes at 15 PSIG.
If autoclaved membrane caps may
require more force to attach to pump.
To avoid damage during and immediately after sterilization:
• Sterilize parts without applying external pressure to them.
• Allow parts to cool before applying external pressure.
If gas sterilization is used, residual testing is recom-
mended to determine the proper length of aeration.
To Sanitize at Home:
Disassemble, refer to diagram on page 6. Sanitize by
boiling for 10 minutes.
After each use:
• Disassemble and wash all parts that come in contact
with the breast and milk in warm soapy water.
• Rinse in clear water.
• Air-dry on clean towel and cover parts when not in use.
All parts may also be washed in top rack of dishwasher.
For Quicker Cleaning:
Medela offers Quick Clean ™ Micro-Steam ™ Bags for daily
kit disinfection.
Uses
• To initiate and maintain a milk supply as well as
collect breastmilk at work or during other absences
from the baby.
• To initiate and maintain a milk supply if direct
breastfeeding is not possible.
• To relieve engorgement. Single pumping with
simultaneous massage is helpful to relieve
engorgement.
Cleaning and Sterilization
Unless instructed otherwise by your health care provider.
Hygiene
Wash hands before touching breasts
or containers, and avoid touching the
inside of containers or lids.
Preparation
Follow these cleaning instructions unless you are told
otherwise by your healthcare professional. Prior to clean-
ing, take apart all parts of your breastpump accessory kit.
Be especially sure to remove the yellow valve from the
breastshield and separate the white membrane from the
valve prior to cleaning.
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This product’s kit is a single-user item unless properly
sterilized between users. Use by more than one user
without adequate sterilization may pose a health risk
and voids the warranty.
IMPORTANT