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10. TROUBLESHOOTING
SLOW MILK FLOW,
UNEVEN OR NO
SUCTION
VALVE CHECK
Inspect the valves for tears or holes. Replace any
damaged valves prior to pumping.
Wash valves per cleaning section. Do not insert bottle
brush or something similar into valves.
We recommend replacing valves approximately every
8-12 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.
DIAPHRAGM AND FLANGE/BOTTLE CHECK
Inspect the diaphragms for tears or holes. Replace any
damaged diaphragms prior to pumping.
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.
AUDIBLE, HISSING
NOISE OR AIR
LEAKAGE
VALVE CHECK
Inspect the valves for tears or holes. Replace any
damaged valves prior to pumping.
Wash valves per cleaning section. Do not insert bottle
brush or something similar into valves.
We recommend replacing valves approximately every
8-12 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.
If there are still questions or issues please call Ameda's certified customer
service ParentCare team at
1.866.992.6332.
