Medela harmony 67161W2 User manual

Harmony®
Instructions for use Instrucciones de uso
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
POR FAVOR LEA Y GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES
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*Todas las partes que tocan la leche materna están fabricadas sin BPA.

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Important Safeguards
WARNING: To avoid health risk and reduce the risk of injury:
• This product is intended for use by a single user only and should NOT be shared
between users.
• Do NOT drive while pumping.
• NEVER use while pregnant, as pumping can induce labor.
• Clean and sanitize all parts that come in contact with your breast and breast milk
prior to first use.
• Wash all parts that come in contact with your breast and breast milk after every use.
• Inspect all appropriate pump components before each use.
• Do NOT continue pumping for more than 2 consecutive pumping sessions if no results
are achieved.
• Do NOT thaw frozen breast milk in a microwave or in a pan of boiling water.
IMPORTANT
• Plastic bottles and component parts become brittle when frozen and may break
when dropped.
• Bottles and component parts may become damaged if mishandled, e.g. dropped,
over-tightened, or knocked over.
• Take appropriate care in handling bottles and components.
• Do NOT use the breast milk if bottles or components become damaged.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The warning symbol identifies all instructions that are important to safety. Failure to observe
these instructions can lead to injury or damage to the breast pump. When used in conjunction
with the following words, the warning symbols stand for:
WARNING Can lead to serious injury or death.
CAUTION Can lead to minor injury.
NOTE Can lead to material damage.
INFO Useful or important information that is not related to safety.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.

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Take a moment to read through this entire instruction manual before using this product
for the first time.
Please save these instructions.
It is best to wait until your breastfeeding routine is established (approximately 4weeks) before
expressing breast milk, unless otherwise advised by your healthcare professional.
Intended Use
For lactating women to express and collect milk from their breasts to complement breastfeeding.
If you have medical reasons or other needs for exclusively pumping, it is recommended that you
use a hospital grade breast pump such as our Symphony Breast Pump. To learn more, visit us at
www.medelabreastfeedingus.com.
Product Description
Harmony®is a personal use manual breast pump that includes 2-Phase Expression technology
and is capable of single pumping.
Glossary of Terms
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.

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Important Safeguards ................................................................2-3
Product Description ....................................................................5
1. Getting Started ........................................................................6
2. Cleaning Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3. Harmony®Handle Assembly Cleaning ..................................................7
4. Wash - Before First Use & After Each Use ..............................................8-9
4.1 Before Using For The First Time .......................................................8
4.2 After Each Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
5. Sanitize - Before First Use & Once Per Day .......................................... 10-11
6. Assembly .........................................................................12-15
6.1 Assembly of the Pump Kit ....................................................... 12-14
6.2 Breast Shield Sizing ................................................................15
7. Device Operation .................................................................16-19
7.1 Pumping ...................................................................... 16-17
7.2 Symphony Breast Pump Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19
8. Storing Breast Milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
8.1 Storing Breast Milk In Your Medela Cooler Bag .......................................20
8.2 Storage Guidelines For Freshly Expressed Breast Milk..................................20
9. Preparing & Feeding Breast Milk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
9.1 Preparing Breast Milk ..............................................................21
9.2 Feeding Breast Milk ................................................................21
10.Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
11.Supplemental Information .............................................................23
12.Disposal ..............................................................................23
13.Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Table of Contents

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Product Description
Medela reserves the right to substitute any component or accessory with a
replacement of equivalent performance.
1x Bottle Stand
Item 101034755
2x Lids
8107183
(replacement item 87130)
2x PersonalFit PLUS™
Breast Shields
(for other breast shield
sizes see Section 6.2,
page 15)
101036653 (21 mm)
101036654 (24 mm) Harmony®
Diaphragm,
Puller and O-Ring
Assembly
101034752
1x Handle
8007262
Replacement handle
purchase 101034778
1x Bottle
8117018
(replacement item 87130)
2x Membranes
8207013 (replacement item 87088)
1x Valve
8100475 (replacement item 87089)
1x Pump Body
8107236
(replacement item 101034753)

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1. Getting Started
Parts to Clean:
• Breast shields
• Breast milk bottles
• Lids
• Pump body
• White membranes
• Handle, diaphragm, stem,
o-ring assembly
Breast shield assemblies come assembled. Separate all parts that will come into contact with
the breast and breast milk before cleaning.
NOTE
It’s important for you to do the following
before using your Harmony Breast Pump
for the first time
• Separate all parts
• Clean - see instructions:
• Wash - Section 4
• Sanitize - Section 5

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2. Cleaning Overview
3. Harmony®Handle Assembly Cleaning
Harmony®Handle Assembly Cleaning Care for
your Harmony handle assembly after every few
manual pumping sessions or when soiled.
• Wash the Harmony handle assembly, which
includes the Harmony handle, diaphragm
stem, and o-ring with warm soapy water.
• Pay special attention to the o-ring during
assembly and cleaning to avoid losing or
damaging.
• Do not use Quick Clean™Micro-Steam™bag
to sanitize the Harmony handle assembly.
Detailed cleaning instructions:
• Wash – Section 4
• Sanitize – Section 5
Washing and sanitizing are two different activities and must be done separately to protect
you and the performance of your breast pump.
When to Wash Breast Pump
Kit Breast Pump Bottles Harmony Handle
Before 1st Use 3 wash
3 sanitize
3 wash
3 sanitize 3 as needed
After Each Use 3 wash 3 wash 3 as needed
Once per Day 3 sanitize 3 sanitize 3 as needed

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4.1 Before Using For The First Time
Clean and sanitize the parts below before
using your pump for the first time. Follow the
cleaning and sanitizing instructions in
Sections 4 and 5 that follow.
4. Wash - Before First Use & After Each Use
4.2 After Each Use
Clean all parts that come in contact
with your breast and breast milk.
Separate breast shield from
pump body.
Rinse in cool water all separated
parts that came in contact with
breast and breast milk in order to
remove breast milk residue.
CAUTION
• Only use drinking-quality tap or bottled
water for cleaning.
• Take apart and wash all parts that come
in contact with the breast and breast milk
immediately after use to avoid dry up of
milk residues and to prevent growth of
bacteria.
• Pay special attention to the O-Ring during
disassembly and cleaning to avoid losing
or damaging.
Supplies Needed:
• Mild dish soap
• Clean dish cloth or soft brush
• Clean wash basin
• Drinking quality water
Parts to Wash:
• Breast shields
• Breast milk bottles
• Lids
• Pump body
• White membranes
• Handle, diaphragm, stem,
o-ring assembly

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Supplies Needed: • Mild dish soap
• Clean dish cloth or
soft brush
• Clean wash basin
• Drinking quality water
Twist and pull the yellow valve off
the pump body. Remove the white membrane from the yellow valve.
or
Washing in a Dedicated Basin:
Washing Options:
Washing in Dishwasher:
• Soak with warm soapy water
for 5 minutes, wash with a
clean, unused dish cloth and
rinse with clean water.
• Place parts on a clean surface
and/ or towel. Allow parts to air
dry. Store dry parts in a cool
place when not in use. Do not
store wet or damp parts.
• Wash all separated parts on top
rack of dishwasher.
• Allow all breast pump parts to air
dry in a clean area.
• Store dry parts when not in use.
• You may wash
your kit parts
by following
the instructions
on the Quick
Clean™Breast
Milk Removal
Soap bottle. (sold
separately)
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Sanitize Daily
5. Sanitize - Before First Use & Once Per Day
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Wash hands thoroughly.
Allow water to cool and gently
remove parts from water with tongs.
NOTE
• Wash breast pump kit parts after each
use.
• Sanitize breast pump kit parts once daily.
• Take care not to damage parts of the
pump kit during cleaning.
• If the individual components of the pump
kit are cleaned in a dishwasher, parts
may be discolored by food pigments. This
has no impact on the function.
• The Harmony®Diaphragm, Puller and
O-Ring Assembly should not be sanitized
using the Micro-Steam bags.
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Supplies Needed:
• Clean pot for boiling water
• Clean dish cloth
• Tongs
• Drinking quality water
Parts to Wash:
• Breast shields
• Breast milk bottles
• Lids
• Pump body
• White membranes
• Handle, diaphragm, stem,
o-ring assembly
Diaphragm O-ring Stem

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Separate all parts that come in
contact with your breast and
breast milk.
• Fill a pot with enough water to
cover all parts.
• Bring water to a boil.
• Place parts in boiling water and
let parts boil for 10 minutes.
or
• Place parts on a clean surface
and/or towel.
• Allow all parts to air dry.
• Store dry parts when not in use.
Do NOT store wet or damp parts.
You may sanitize your kit parts by
following the instructions on Medela’s
Quick Clean™Micro-Steam™bag.
(sold separately)
See note page 10.
Do not microsteam diaphragm,
stem, or o-ring.
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6.1 Assembly of the Pump Kit
6. Assembly
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Wash hands before touching
breast pump, kit and breasts
and avoid touching the inside of
containers or lids.
Screw bottle onto pump body.
NOTE
• Inspect valves for cracks or chips and
inspect membranes for holes, tears or
warping. If you notice any damage to
these parts, replace them immediately.
• Check stem to make sure O-Ring
is present.
INFO
• Carry out all the steps with care and
assemble the pump kit correctly for
optimum performance.
Parts Needed:
• Breast shields
• Breast milk bottles
• Lids
• Pump body
• White membranes
• Handle, diaphragm, stem,
o-ring assembly
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Snap membrane onto valve until
membrane lies completely flat on
valve.
Push yellow valve securely onto
inner ring of pump body.
If the handle components have
been disassembled, place the oval
shaped base of the stem into the
diaphragm.
Hint: Make sure the oval shape is
lined up correctly in the diaphragm.
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Correct Incorrect

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6.1 Assembly of the Pump Kit (cont.)
6. Assembly (cont.)
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Insert stem of handle assembly into
opening on top of pump body and
push until you feel it snap in.
Place silicone diaphragm/stem
into pump handle and press down
firmly around entire edge to ensure
proper seal. The lines on the
diaphragm should line up with the
yellow dots on the handle.
Insert breast shield into top
opening on pump body.
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6.2 Breast Shield Sizing
1. Understanding Medela’s breast shield sizing
Pumping should NOT hurt. For maximum comfort and pumping efficiency, Medela offers multiple breast shield
options and sizes.
Visit MedelaBreastshields.com to view the full guide to help you determine your optimal size based on your
nipple diameter.
2. Test your breast shield size
1. Start with the 24 mm that came with your pump, or the size determined by measuring.
2. Center nipple and gently hold breast shield against your breast.
3. Adjust for Maximum Comfort Vacuum™, to achieve optimum suction level.
4. Refer to images while pumping in expression.
3. Should you try a new size?
• Does your nipple rub sides of tunnel, to the point of causing discomfort?
• Do you see excessive areola being pulled into tunnel?
• Do you see any redness?
• Is your nipple or areola turning white?
• Do you feel unexpressed milk after pumping?
If you answered “YES” to any of these questions, consider trying a new size by following the measuring
instructions above.
If you are still unsure if you selected the correct size, see a lactation consultant, breastfeeding specialist, or visit
MedelaBreastshields.com for assistance in choosing the right size breast shield.
• Nipple rubs along
side of tunnel
• Try a larger size
Areola
Nipple
Nipple
Areola
Areola
Nipple
Too Small
• Nipple and excessive
areola are pulled into
the tunnel
• Try a smaller size
Areola
Nipple
Nipple
AreolaAreola
Nipple
Too Large
• Nipple is centered
and moves freely
Areola
Nipple
Nipple
Areola
Areola
Nipple
Correct Fit
CAUTION
• While some discomfort may be felt when first using a breast pump, using the breast pump
should not cause pain.
• If you are experiencing discomfort at the base of the nipple due to rubbing of your
breast tissue with the breast shield tunnel, use of a lubricant such as Tender Care™Lanolin
may be beneficial.

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CAUTION
• Wash hands thoroughly with soap and
water before touching the breast and
pump parts.
• Always inspect breast shields, valves
and membranes prior to use for
cleanliness. If dirty, see Section 4.2.
• Contact your healthcare professional
or breastfeeding specialist if you can
express only minimal or no milk or if
expression is painful. See Section 11
for more information.
• Do not try and express with vacuum
that is too high and uncomfortable
(painful). The pain, along with potential
breast and nipple trauma may
decrease milk output.
• Step 2: Do not hold the pump kit by
the bottle. This can lead to blockage
of the milk ducts and engorgement.
7.1 Pumping
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Center breast shield over nipple.
Caution: pushing shield too firmly
into breast may actually reduce
milk flow.
Start pumping in the stimulation
mode by pressing down on the
milk drops symbol on top of the
pump handle. Press and release
quickly until you see milk flow
begin. This mode mimics baby’s
initial rapid sucking and is designed
to stimulate milk flow/let-down.
7. Device Operation

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Once let-down has begun, switch
to the expression mode by pressing
the bottom of the pump handle.
This will give you a longer stroke
that mimics baby’s deeper, more
relaxed sucking and is designed to
maximize milk flow.
The adjustable handle can be
positioned for your maximum
pumping comfort. The level of
vacuum is controlled by the
compression and the speed of
the handle stroke. You decide
the pumping rhythm that is
best for you.
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7. Device Operation (cont.)
7.2 Symphony Breast
Pump Setup
4
Remove handle assembly from
Harmony®Breast Pump.
Insert yellow end of tubing into port
on membrane cap.
INFO
• Requires Harmony®to Symphony®
Conversion Kit 67023. Sold separately. 1

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Insert end of tubing into opening
on top of the Harmony Breast
Pump.
Assemble protective
membrane and membrane cap.
Push membrane cap firmly into place
on pumping mechanism. Adjust for
comfort once pumping begins.
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NOTE
• If the ice pack is frozen solid, it will safely
cool your breast milk for up to 10 hours
in a room temperature environment
inside your pump bag or up to 8 hours
in a room temperature environment,
inside the cooler, stored outside of the
pump bag.
WARNING
• Do not thaw frozen breast milk in a
microwave or in a pan of boiling water.
• Do not microwave 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.)
8.1 Storing Breast Milk In
Your Medela Cooler Bag
(sold separately).
The Medela cooler bag (sold separately)
requires one contoured ice pack (included
with the cooler bag) for cooling up to four
5oz bottles of breast milk.
• As soon as you are finished pumping,
place the breast milk bottles or breast
milk storage bags in the cooler bag
with the ice pack.
• Transfer breast milk bottles or breast
milk storage bags to the refrigerator or
freezer once you
are home.
8. Storing Breast Milk
Room
Temperature
60°F to 77°F
(16° C to 25° C)
Breast Milk
Thawed in the
Refrigerator
Refrigerator
39°F (4°C)
or colder
Freezer
0°F (-18°C)
or colder
Storage Guidelines for Freshly Expressed Breast Milk
(For Healthy Term Babies)
Up to 4 hours
is best
*Up to 6 hours
for milk
expressed
under very
clean
conditions
Up to 3 days
is best
*Up to 5 days
for milk
expressed
under very
clean
conditions
Up to 6 months
is best
*Up to 9 months
for milk
expressed
under very
clean
conditions
At room
temperature:
Up to 2 hours
Refrigerator:
Up to 24 hours
DO NOT
REFREEZE
References: www.BreastmilkGuidelines.com
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