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To Sterilize Kits 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.
To avoid damage during and immediately after sterilization:
• Sterilize parts without applying external pressure.
• Allow parts to cool before applying external pressure.
Note: if gas sterilization is used, residual testing is recommended to
determine the proper length of aeration.
Tubing Care
It is not necessary to clean tubing after each use. If your tubing comes
in contact with breastmilk clean it by following these directions.
• Rinse and run cold water through tubing to remove breastmilk.
• Dry tubing by attaching it to pump and running for 2 minutes or
until dry. This will eliminate condensation that naturally results from
humidity.
• In addition to washing, you may sanitize by following the
instructions on page 8.
• Tubing may appear cloudy after boiling or microsteaming.
Breastpump Kit Care
