Medela Harmony User manual

HarmonyTM
EN Instructions for use |ES Instrucciones de uso |FR Mode d’emploi
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Important Safeguards
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
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.
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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.

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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.
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.
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
HarmonyTM is a personal use manual breast pump that includes 2-Phase
Expression technology and is capable of single pumping.

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Important Safeguards ...................................................................................2-3
Product Description ......................................................................................... 5
1. Cleaning Instructions....................................................................................6-9
1.1 Before using for the first time ....................................................................... 6
1.2 After each use...........................................................................................6-7
1.3 Sanitize daily.............................................................................................8-9
2. Assembly....................................................................................................10-12
2.1 Assembly of pump kit ...........................................................................10-12
2.2 Correctly fitting breast shields .................................................................... 13
3. Pumping .....................................................................................................14-17
3.1 Device operation...................................................................................14-15
3.2 Symphony Breast Pump Setup.............................................................16-17
4. Storing Breast Milk......................................................................................... 18
5. Preparing & Feeding Breast Milk .................................................................. 19
5.1 Preparing breast milk ................................................................................. 19
5.2 Feeding breast milk.................................................................................... 19
6. Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 20
7. Supplemental Information/Disposal............................................................. 21
8. Warranty.......................................................................................................... 22
Table of Contents

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1x PersonalFit™
Breast Shield (24 mm)
(for other breast shield sizes
see Section 2.2, page 13)
Item 87073
1x Handle
Item 8007170
1x Pump Body
Item 8007196
1x Valve
Item 87089
1x Membrane
Item 87088
2x Bottles
Item 87130
1x Bottle Stand
Item 8100462
2x Lids
Item 87130
Product Description
Diaphragm, Stem,
O-Ring Assembly
Item 8207234

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• Breast shield
• Pump Body
• White membrane • Yellow valve
• Breast milk bottle
and lid
1
4
1.1 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 1.2 and
1.3 that follow.
1. Cleaning
1.2 After each use
Clean all parts that come in contact
with your breast and breast milk.
Separate breast shield from
pump body.
• 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 O-Ring during
disassembly and cleaning to avoid
losing or damaging.
Caution Rinse in cool water all separated
parts that came in contact with
breast and breast milk in order to
remove breast milk residue.
• Handle, Diaphragm,
Stem, O-Ring
Assembly

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Supplies Needed: • Mild Dish Soap
• Clean Dish Towel or
Soft Brush
• Clean Sink or Bowl
• Drinking Quality
Water
3
Twist and pull the yellow valve off
the pump body.
Remove the white membrane
from the yellow valve.
Washing in sink:
Washing Options:
or
Washing in dishwasher:
• Soak all separated parts in
warm soapy water for
5minutes.
• Clean with a clean dish-cloth
or soft brush.
• Rinse all separated parts
with clear water.
• Allow all parts to air dry in
a clean area.
• Store dry parts when not in use.
• 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.
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• You may wash
your kit parts
by following the
instructions on
the Quick Clean™
Breastmilk
Removal Soap
bottle.
(sold separately)
Schlauchhalterung
2

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Diaphragm O-Ring Stem
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1.3 Sanitize daily
• 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 diaphragm, stem and o-ring assembly
should not be sanitized using the
Micro-Steam bags.
Note
Wash hands thoroughly.
Allow water to cool and gently
remove parts from water with
tongs.
1. Cleaning (cont.)

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Separate all parts that come in
contact with your breast and
breast milk.
Refer to image in Section 1.1
• 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.
• 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 8.
Do not microsteam diaphram,
stem, or o-ring.
or
1. Cleaning (cont.)

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Parts you will need for this step:
1
4
• 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.
Note
2.1 Assembly of pump kit
Wash hands before touching
breast pump, kit and breasts
and avoid touching the inside of
containers or lids.
Screw bottle onto pump body.
2. Assembly
• Carry out all the steps with care and
assemble the pump kit correctly for
optimum performance.
Info
• Breastshield
• Pump Body
• White membrane • Yellow valve
• Breastmilk bottle
and lid
• Handle, Diaphragm,
Stem, O-Ring
Assembly

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6
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.
Continued
next page.
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Correct Incorrect
5

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2. Assembly (cont.)
7 8
9
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 stem of handle assembly
into opening on top of pump
body and push until you feel it
snap in.
Insert PersonalFit™breast shield
into top opening on pump body.

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Caution
Too Small
Nipple
Areola
Nipple
Areola
Nipple
Areola
Correct Fit
Nipple
Areola
Nipple
Areola
Nipple
Areola
Too Large
Nipple
Areola
Nipple
Areola
Nipple
Areola
2.2 Correctly fitting breast shields
1. Medela’s PersonalFit sizing
Pumping should not hurt. For maximum comfort and pumping efficiency, Medela
offers five breast shield 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.
Visit MedelaBreastshields.com to view the full guide
to help you determine your
36
mm
27
mm
30
mm
24
mm
21
mm
• Nipple rubs along
side of tunnel
• Try a larger size • Nipple is centered
and moves freely
• Nipple and excessive
areola are pulled into
the tunnel
• Try a smaller size
• 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.
• For assistance with correct breast shield sizing and comfort please visit www.medelabreast shields.
com or see a lactation consultant / breastfeeding specialist.

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3. Pumping
1
3
3.1 Device operation
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.
• 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 1.2.
• Contact your healthcare
professional or breastfeeding
specialist if you can express only
minimal or no milk or if expression
is painful. See Section 7 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.
Caution

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2
4
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.
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.

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3.2 Symphony Breastpump
Setup
Remove handle assembly from
Harmony™breast pump.
3. Pumping (cont.)
• Requires membrane cap #8100769,
membrane #8200094 and tubing
#8007213. Sold separately.
Info
3
Insert yellow end of tubing into port
on membrane cap.

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Insert end of tubing into
opening on top of Harmony
pump.
Assemble protective
membrane and membrane
cap.
3. Pumping (cont.)
4
Push membrane cap firmly into place
on pumping mechanism. Adjust for
comfort once pumping begins.

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• As soon as you are finished
pumping, place the breast milk
bottle or breast milk storage
bag in a cooler with ice pack.
• Transfer breast milk bottle or
breast milk storage bag to the
refrigerator or freezer once you
are home.
• When freezing, do not fill
container more than 75% full
to allow space for expansion.
Label container with date of
pumping.
4. Storing Breastmilk
4.1 Storing breast milk
• 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.)
Warning

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5.1 Preparing breast milk
• Thaw breast milk overnight in the refrigerator. Thawed breast milk is safe
in the refrigerator for 24hours. Do not refreeze thawed breast milk.
• Quickly thaw breast milk by holding the bottle under warm running water.
• Place the sealed bottle in a bowl of warm water for 20minutes to bring it
to body temperature.
• If you are adding expressed breast milk to a container of already frozen
breast milk, make sure to add a lesser amount than the already frozen
amount.
5.2 Feeding breast milk
It is recommended that breastfeeding is well established prior to bottle
feeding your baby.
• Always inspect the bottle, nipple and other components immediately
before and after each use. If nipple appears cracked or torn, discontinue
use immediately.
• To prevent possible choking hazard, test strength of nipple by pulling on
bulb portion of the nipple.
• Do not attempt to enlarge the nipple hole.
• Infants must not be bottle fed without adult supervision.
• Nipple should not be used as a pacifier.
Room
Temperature
Cooler with
Ice Pack Refrigerator Thawed
Breastmilk
Freezer
Freshly Expressed Breastmilk Storage Guidelines
(For Healthy Term Babies)
4–6 hours
at 66–78 °F
(19–26 °C)
24 hours
at 59 °F
(15 °C)
3–8 days
at 39 °F
or lower
(4 °C)
use within
24 hrs
6–12
months
0–-4 °F
(-18–-20 °C)
4. Storing Breastmilk 5. Preparing and Feeding Breastmilk
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Low or No Suction Valve and Membrane Check
• Remove and separate valve from membrane.
• Inspect the valve for chips or cracks. Inspect the membrane
for holes or tears. If flawed or damaged, replace valve and/or
membrane prior to pumping.
• Wash valve and membrane per Cleaning Section 1.
• Reassemble. Make sure the membrane lays flat on the valve
and if it does not, replace the valve and/or membrane prior to
pumping.
Breastshield and Pump Body Check
• Inspect breast shield and pump body to make sure there are no
cracks and they securely attach to each other.
• Make sure the stem assembly on the pump handle is seated all
the way into the pump body until it will go no farther.
• Make sure the white o-ring is in place in the stem handle.
• Make sure the pump body is firmly screwed onto the bottle and
that the breast shield is firmly seated into the pump body.
• Make sure the oval base of the stem is properly seated in the oval
base of the diaphragm.
• Make sure the diaphragm is pushed all the way onto the circular
rim on the underside of the handle.
• Make sure the breast shield forms a complete seal around the
breast.
No “let-down” or breast milk
expression
• Ensure your breast pump is assembled correctly and that there is
suction.
• Relax and take a 10-15 minute break if let down is not achieved
after 2 consecutive pumping sessions.
• Consult with your healthcare provider or breastfeeding specialist if
expression does not occur.
6. Troubleshooting
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