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7. Assembling your breast pump
Only use clean and dry parts for assembly. Refer to
chapter 5
for cleaning.
7.1 Assembling the pump set
Parts needed:
• Tubing
• Motor unit
• Breast shields
• Breast milk bottles
• Lids
• Connectors
• Membranes
CAUTION
To prevent contamination of your milk:
• Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water before
touching the motor unit, parts of the pump set and breasts.
• Dry your hands with a fresh towel or a single-use paper
towel.
• Avoid touching the inside of bottles and lids.
To make sure that your breast pump works properly and safely:
• Check pump set 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 5
.
• Only use genuine Medela parts. See
chapter 14
for details.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the breast pump all components must be completely dry before use.
1.
Carefully insert the (dark yellow) membrane with the flap
into the opening of the connector.
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Make sure that the membrane forms a seal around the
edge of the connector.
2.
Close the lid of the connector until it audibly clicks.
