Medela Harmony 101041149 User manual

Harmony®
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Extractor de leche manual
Instrucciones de uso
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Tire-lait manuel
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Manual breast pump
Instructions for use

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1. Important safety information
Please read all instructions before using this product.
Keep these instructions for future reference.
Warnings identify all instructions that are important for safety. Failure to observe these
instructions can lead to personal injury or damage to the product.
WARNING Can lead to serious injury or death.
To avoid health risks and reduce the risk of severe injury:
•Pumping can induce labor. Do not pump until after giving birth. If you become pregnant
while breastfeeding or breast pumping, consult with a licensed healthcare professional
before continuing.
•If infected with Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, or Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), pumping
breast milk will not reduce or remove the risk of transmitting the virus to your baby through
your breast milk.
•Wash all parts that come into contact with your breast and breast milk after every use.
•Small parts may be swallowed by toddlers. Close supervision is necessary when the breast
pump or accessories are used in the vicinity of children.
CAUTION Can lead to minor injury.
To avoid health risks and reduce the risk of injury:
•This is a single-user product. Use by more than one person may present a health risk.
•The device and its accessories are not heat-resistant. Keep away from heated surfaces
or open flames.
•Do not expose the device to direct sunlight.
•Before each use visually inspect the individual components for damage or wear.
Never use a defective device. Throw away parts at first signs of damage or weakness.
•Do not repair the device by yourself. Do not modify the device.
•Use the device only for its intended purpose as described in these instruction for use.
•Do not microwave or boil breast milk. Microwaving can cause severe burns to baby’s
mouth from hot spots that develop in the milk during microwaving (Microwaving can also
change the composition of breast milk).
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CAUTION Can lead to minor injury.
To avoid health risks and reduce the risk of injury:
•Clean and sanitize all parts that come into contact with your breast and breast milk prior to
first use.
•Only use Medela recommended parts with the device.
•While some discomfort may be felt when first using a breast pump, it should not cause pain.
If you are unsure about correct breast shield sizing please visit MedelaBreastShields.com
(U.S.) or Medela.ca/breastshields (Canada), or see a lactation consultant/breastfeeding
specialist who can help you get a proper fit.
NOTICE
Can lead to material damage.
•Take appropriate care in handling bottles and components:
•Plastic bottles and parts become brittle when frozen and may break when dropped.
•Bottles and parts may become damaged if mishandled (e.g., dropped, over-tightened,
or knocked over).
•Do not use the breast milk from bottles or components that show signs of damage.
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Contents
1. Important safety information 3
2. Intended purpose 6
3. Product description 6
3.1 The Harmony®breast pump includes 6
4. Getting started 6
5. Cleaning 7
5.1 Washing and sanitizing the pump 7
6. Preparing for pumping 9
6.1 Selecting the correct breast shield size 9
6.2 Assembling the connector and breast shield 9
6.3 Assembling the handle 10
6.4 Placing the breast shield 10
7. Operating your breast pump 10
7.1 Glossary 10
7.2 Mimicking the baby’s rhythm (2-Phase Expression®)10
7.3 Expressing your breast milk 11
7.4 After pumping 11
8. Resources for you 12
9. Troubleshooting 14
10. Warranty 15
11. Disposal 16
12. Meaning of symbols 16
13. Technical specifications 16
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2. Intended purpose
The Harmony®breast pump is a manual breast pump to be used by lactating women
to express and collect milk from their breasts. The Harmony®breast pump is intended
for a single user.
3. Product description
The Harmony®is a personal-use manual breast pump with a PersonalFit Flex™ breast
shield and an ergonomic 2-Phase Expression®pump handle.
This enables you to alternate between short low-volume movements to stimulate the milk
flow and long, deep movements to optimally extract your milk – the way your baby does it.
The Harmony®breast pump
•is easy to handle and clean.
•enables you to silently and discreetly extract your milk.
•includes a 24 mm PersonalFit Flex™ breast shield to give you more comfort and more milk.
3.1 The Harmony®breast pump includes
Refer to figure ¢6 on the foldout pages.
¢6-01 (Disposable) protective cover
¢6-02 PersonalFit Flex breast shield 24 mm
¢6-03 Connector
¢6-04 Handle
¢6-05 Stem with O-ring
¢6-06 Diaphragm
¢6-07 Valve head
¢6-08 Valve membrane (2 pcs)
¢6-09 Bottle
¢6-10 Lid
¢6-11 Bottle stand
4. Getting started
To be ready for expressing milk for the first time, separate the parts of the breast pump,
then wash and sanitize them – see section 5.1.
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5. Cleaning
5.1 Washing and sanitizing the pump
Washing and sanitizing are two different activities. They must be done separately to protect
you and your baby, and to maintain the performance of the device.
Wash – To clean the surfaces of the parts by physically removing contamination.
Sanitize – To kill microorganisms, such as fungi, bacteria or viruses, that may be present on
the surfaces of the parts.
CAUTION Can lead to minor injury.
•Separate and wash all parts that are exposed to breast milk immediately after use.
This will help to remove breast milk residue and prevent growth of bacteria.
•Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.
•Only use drinking-quality tap water or bottled water for cleaning.
•Do not place pump parts directly in the sink to rinse or wash. Use a clean wash basin
used only for infant feeding items.
•Do not use a dish towel to rub or pat items dry.
•Do not use disinfectants for cleaning.
NOTICE
Can lead to material damage.
Pay attention to the following:
•Take care not to damage parts of the pump during cleaning. Do not use a sharp object
(such as a toothpick) for cleaning.
•Some parts of the Harmony®breast pump are very small (e.g. the O-ring or the valve
membrane). Make sure that no parts are missing when you reassemble the pump after
cleaning.
•Store the dried pump parts in a clean bag/container until next use.
•Do not store wet or damp parts as mould may develop.
•If you notice a white residue on the parts after boiling, your water may have a high mineral
content. Remove residue by wiping parts with a clean towel and allow to air dry.
•Distilled water is recommended when boiling parts to prevent substantial mineral build-up
over time, which may compromise your parts.
i Information
If using the dishwasher, parts may become discolored. This will not impact the part function.
What to do when: See detailed instructions on the next page.
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Before first use, remove and dispose of the protective cover ( ¢6-01) from the breast shield.
Wash and sanitize the pump parts and bottles following the steps 1 to 4 below.
Wash your pump parts and bottles after each use and sanitize the parts once per day after
they have been washed.
1. Disassemble
Refer to figure ¢1 on the foldout page.
i. Disassemble the pump into its individual parts (breast shield, connector, handle, valve head and milk bottle).
ii. Remove the diaphragm from the handle and pull the stem out.
iii.Remove the valve membrane from the valve head.
iv. Separate the milk bottle, lid and bottle stand.
2. Wash (before first use and after each use)
Rinse and wash by hand Wash in dishwasher
or
i. Rinse the disassembled parts with cool
water.
ii. Clean these parts with plenty of warm,
soapy water. Use a commercially available
dish soap.
iii.Rinse the parts with cool water for 10 to
15 seconds.
Place the disassembled parts on the top rack
or in the cutlery section. Use a commercially
available dishwashing detergent.
3. Sanitize (before first use and once per day)
Sanitize on stovetop Sanitize in microwave
10min
or (except for
the handle)
Cover the disassembled, washed parts with
water and boil at least for 10minutes.
Use Quick Clean™ Micro-Steam™ bags* in the
microwave in accordance with the instructions
on the bags.
*Refer to local website/shops for availability in your country.
4. Dry
Allow to air-dry on a clean, unused dish towel or paper towel. Store the dry parts in a clean environment.
Do not store parts in an airtight container/bag if moist. It is important that all residual moisture dries.
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6. Preparing for pumping
Only use clean and dry parts for assembly. Refer to chapter 5 for cleaning.
CAUTION Can lead to minor injury.
To prevent contamination of your milk:
•Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water before touching the pump parts 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 the device works properly and safely:
•Check pump 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.
NOTICE
Can lead to material damage.
O-ring
Stem
The O-ring ensures a sealed connection between the handle and
the connector. This is necessary to build up a vacuum.
Make sure that the white O-ring is present in its groove of the stem.
If it is missing or defective, contact the Medela Customer Service.
6.1 Selecting the correct breast shield size
Refer to figure ¢7 on the foldout pages.
1. For proper sizing, measure the diameter of your nipple ( ¢7-01).
2. Select the breast shield that is slightly larger than your nipple ( ¢7-02).
For more information on breast shield sizing, visit MedelaBreastShields.com (U.S.)
or Medela.ca/breastshields (Canada).
6.2 Assembling the connector and breast shield
Refer to figure ¢2 on the foldout pages.
1. ¢2-01 Carefully push the breast shield into the top opening of the connector.
ÆCheck to see if you are using the correct size breast shield. Visit MedelaBreastShields.com
(U.S.) or Medela.ca/breastshields (Canada).
2. ¢2-02 Place the valve membrane in a horizontal position on the valve head. Carefully
push the knob on the membrane‘s back into the smallest hole of the head until it engages.
ÆThe membrane must lie flat on the head.
3. ¢2-03 Push the valve head onto the inner sleeve of the connector.
ÆThe valve head must be positioned sideways as shown in the picture.
4. ¢2-04 Screw the bottle into the connector.
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6.3 Assembling the handle
Refer to figure ¢3 on the foldout pages.
1. ¢3-01 Insert the stem (with the O-ring) into the hole on the upper side of the diaphragm.
2. ¢3-02 Make sure that the oval shaped base of the stem is aligned correctly to the
diaphragm.
3. ¢3-03 Place the diaphragm into the pump handle. Mind the orientation (the recess in the
diaphragm engages on the tongue in the handle) and press down firmly around the entire
edge to ensure a proper seal.
4. ¢3-04 Insert the stem of the handle assembly in the opening on top of the connector.
Push until the stem locks into place.
6.4 Placing the breast shield
Refer to figure ¢4 on the foldout pages.
1. The oval breast shields can be rotated (360°) and placed in the desired position
to have the most comfortable fit for you.
2. ¢4-01 Place the breast shield on the breast so that the nipple is properly centered
in the tunnel.
3. ¢4-02 Hold the breast shield onto your breast with your thumb and index finger.
Support your breast with the palm of your hand.
4. Start pumping as described in section 7.3.
7. Operating your breast pump
7.1 Glossary
2-Phase Expression®technology – research-based technology that mimics a baby’s natural
nursing rhythm.
Expression Phase – slower sucking/pumping rhythm for gentle and efficient milk removal
as quickly as possible.
Maximum Comfort Vacuum™ – highest vacuum setting where a mother still feels comfortable
during pumping. It is different for every mother.
Stimulation Phase – fast sucking/pumping rhythm to stimulate the milk ejection reflex and
to start the milk flowing.
7.2 Mimicking the baby’s rhythm (2-Phase Expression®)
Babies use a “two-speed” sucking action. At first, they suck quickly, and then they switch
to a slower, deeper sucking rhythm once milk starts to flow.
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