Medela Swing User manual

SwingTM
EN Instructions for use |ES Instrucciones de uso |FR Mode d’emploi

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Important Safeguards
When using electrical products, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions
should always be followed.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
WARNING: To avoid fire, electrocution, or serious burns:
• Do not leave product unattended when plugged into an electrical outlet.
• Close supervision is necessary when this product is used near children or persons with
disabilities.
• Use the product only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use
attachments not recommended by the manufacturer.
• Never operate this product if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if
it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.
• Keep cord away from heated surface.
• Never use while sleeping or when drowsy.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening or tubing.
• Do not use outdoors, or operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used where
oxygen is being administered.
• Aways inspect power adaptor and battery pack wires prior to use for damage or
exposed wire. If damage is found, immediately discontinue use of power adaptor or
battery pack and call Medela Customer Service at 1-800-435-8316.
DANGER: To reduce the risk of electrocution:
• Always unplug electrical product immediately after use.
• Do not use while bathing.
• Do not place or store product where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
• Do not place or drop into water or other liquid.
• Do not reach for a product if it has fallen into water. Immediately unplug from electrical
outlet.
The warning symbol identifies all instructions that are important to safety. Failure to
observe these instructions can lead to injury or damage to the breastpump. 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.

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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 breastmilk prior
to first use.
• Wash all parts that come in contact with your breast and breastmilk 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 breastmilk in a microwave or in a pan of boiling water.
• If tube becomes moldy, discontinue use and replace tube.
• If breastmilk backup occurs you must clean tube before your next pumping session.
CAUTION: Can lead to minor injury:
• Do NOT wrap cord around adaptor body.
• Use only the power adaptor that comes with the Swing Breastpump.
• Use only the Battery Pack that comes with the Swing Breastpump.
• Pump only with the breastpump in an upright position.
• Do NOT shorten tubing.
• Make sure the voltage of the power adaptor is compatible with the power source.
• Plug the power adaptor into the breastpump first and then into the wall socket.
• Do NOT use antibacterial or abrasive cleaners/detergents when cleaning breastpump or
breastpump parts.
• Never put breastpump motor unit in water or a sterilizer, as you can cause permanent
damage to the breastpump.
• Do not attempt to remove the breastshield from your breast while pumping. Turn the
breastpump off and break the seal between your breast and breastshield with your finger,
then remove breastshield from your breast.
• If pumping is uncomfortable or causing pain, turn the unit off, break the seal between the
breast and the breastshield with your finger and remove the breastshield from your breast.
• 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 breastmilk if bottles or components become damaged.
SAVE THESE INTRUCTIONS

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1. Cleaning .................................................................................................. 8-13
1.1 Before using for the first time ....................................................................8
1.2 After each use .......................................................................................8-9
1.3 Sanitize daily......................................................................................10-11
1.4 Tubing and motor unit cleaning..........................................................12-13
2. Assembly............................................................................................... 14-21
2.1 Assembly of pump kit ........................................................................14-17
2.2 Correctly fitting breastshields ..................................................................18
2.3 Powering your pump .........................................................................19-21
2.3.1 Power adaptor care......................................................................19
2.3.2 Battery compartment...............................................................20-21
2.3.3 Traveling outside of the U.S. or Canada .......................................21
3. Pumping................................................................................................ 22-26
3.1 Device operation................................................................................22-25
3.2 Mobility...................................................................................................26
4. Storing, Preparing & Feeding Breastmilk ................................................27
4.1 Storing breastmilk...................................................................................27
4.2 Preparing breastmilk...............................................................................27
4.3 Feeding breastmilk..................................................................................27
5. Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 28-29
6. Supplemental Information/Disposal Information....................................30
7. Warranty......................................................................................................31
Table of Contents

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Product Description
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 breastmilk, 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 breastpump such as our Symphony
breastpump. To learn more, visit us at www.medelabreastfeedingus.com.
Product Description
SwingTM is a personal use electric breastpump that includes 2-Phase Expression
technology and is capable of single pumping.

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1x PersonalFit™
Breastshield M (24mm)
(for other breastshield sizes
see Section 2.2, page 18)
87073 (24 mm)
1x Pump Body
8007196
1x Bottle
6007135
1x Bottle Stand
8100462
2x Membranes
87088
1x Neck
Strap
8000734
1x Swing Storage Bag
8000838
2x Valves
87089
Product Description

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1x Power Adaptor
9200043
1x Motor Unit
0300011
On/Off button
Reduce
vacuum
Increase
vacuum
Let-down
button
LED
Power
adaptor port
Tubing port
Battery
compartment
Belt clip
1x Swing Tubing
8007215
2x Lids
8107183
Overview of LEDs
lights up On
does not light up Off
even, regular flashing Stimulation phase
light constantly on Expression phase
rapid flashing Min./Max. vacuum
1x Backplate

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• Breastshield • Pump Body
• White membrane • Yellow valve
• Breastmilk bottle
and lid
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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 (start at step 4) and 1.3
that follow.
1. Cleaning
1.2 After each use
Clean all parts that come in contact
with your breast and breastmilk.
See image in Section1.1.
Separate breastshield 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
breastmilk immediately after use to
avoid dry up of milk residues and to
prevent growth of bacteria.
Caution
Rinse in cool water all separated
parts that came in contact with
breast and breastmilk in order to
remove breastmilk residue.

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Supplies Needed: • Mild Dish Soap
• Clean Dish Towel or
Soft Brush
• Clean Sink or Bowl
• Drinking Quality
Water
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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
ontoprackofdishwasher.
• Allow all breastpump parts
toairdryinacleanarea.
• Store dry parts when
notinuse.
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• You may wash
your kit parts
by following the
instructions on
the Quick Clean™
Breastmilk
RemovalSoap
bottle.
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1.3 Sanitize daily
• Wash breastpump kit parts after each
use.
• Sanitize breastpump kit parts once
daily.
• The pump kit requires no maintenance.
• 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.
• Store the pump kit in a clean
bag/container until next use.
Note
Wash hands thoroughly.
Allow water to cool and gently
remove parts from water with
tongs.
1. Cleaning (cont.)

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1.3 Sanitize daily
Allow water to cool and gently
remove parts from water with
tongs.
Separate all parts that come in
contact with your breast and
breastmilk.
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
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.
or
1. Cleaning (cont.)

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• Tubing should be washed if
dirty or milk is present. Follow
instructions in Section 1.4.
1
4
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1.4 Tubing and Motor Unit
Cleaning
• If tubing becomes moldy,
discontinue use and replace
tubing. Contact Medela Customer
Service at customer.service@
medela.com or 1-800-435-8316.
• Do not wash power adaptor.
Turn off breastpump.
Remove tube from pump
body.
Wipe off with a clean, damp
cloth.
1. Cleaning (cont.)
Caution
Note

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3
6
Unplug breastpump from
power source.
Remove tube from motor unit.
Rinse tube in cool water to
remove breastmilk.
• Wash tube in warm soapy water.
• Rinse tubing with clear water.
• Hang to air dry.
1. Cleaning (cont.)
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Parts you will need for this step:
• Breastshield
• Motor unit
• Pump body
• Tube
• White membrane • Yellow valve
• Breastmilk bottle
and lid
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.
Note
2.1 Assembly of pump kit
Wash hands before touching
breastpump, 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
• Wash hands throughly with
soap and water before touching
the breast and pump parts.
Caution

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3
Snap membrane onto
valve until membranes lies
completely flat on valve.
Push yellow valve securely onto
inner ring of pump body.
2
5
Insert PersonalFit™breastshield
into top opening on pump body.
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Insert hard yellow adaptor end
of tube into pump body.

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• See Section 2.3.2 Battery
Compartment for instructions
on the use of the Battery
Compartment.
• See Section 2.3.3 Traveling
Outside the U.S. for information
on using your device
internationally.
• Use only the power adaptor
supplied with your Swing
Breastpump.
• Always inspect the power adaptor
prior to use for damaged, kinked,
twisted, frayed or exposed wires. If
damaged, immediately discontinue
use and call Medela Customer
Service at 1-800-435-8316.
Warning
2. Assembly (cont.)
Note
2.1 Assembly of pump kit
(cont.)
Insert the triangle end of tube into
triangle port on motor unit.
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Twists, kinks or bends

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2.1 Assembly of pump kit
(cont.)
Plug power adaptor into a
standard electrical outlet.
Plug the metal end of the power
cord into the power adaptor
port.

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2.2 Correctly fitting breastshields
Properly fitting breastshields will ensure comfort and efficient milk expression.
To determine if you have the correct size, look at the following diagram:
• The nipple should be centered in the tunnel of the shield.
• The nipple should move freely without rubbing while pumping.
• Minimal or no part of your areola should be pulled into the tunnel
ofthebreastshield.
• You should see a gentle, rhythmic motion in the breast
witheachcycleofthepump.
• After pumping, your breast should feel much less full with no areas of hardness.
Medela offers smaller and larger sizes which are available at many local
retailers or visit www.shopmedela.com.
PersonalFit Breastshields
21 mm (Small)
Item 87072
24 mm (Medium)
Item 87073 (included)
27 mm (Large)
Item 87274
30 mm (X-Large)
Item 87075
36 mm (XX-Large)
Item 87084
Choosing the right size PersonalFitTM breastshield:
1. Determine the size you’re currently using. If you’re
not sure, look for the size embossed on your
breastshield (see picture).
24 mm (M) breastshields
are provided with
Medela breastpumps.
2. While pumping, compare your fit to the images below
as a sizing guideline.
Your breastshield
is too large;
try a smaller size
Correct fit
Your breastshield
is too small;
try a larger size
24 mm
Choosing the right size PersonalFitTM breastshield:
1. Determine the size you’re currently using. If you’re
not sure, look for the size embossed on your
breastshield (see picture).
24 mm (M) breastshields
are provided with
Medela breastpumps.
2. While pumping, compare your fit to the images below
as a sizing guideline.
Your breastshield
is too large;
try a smaller size
Correct fit Your breastshield
is too small;
try a larger size
24 mm
• While some discomfort may be felt when first using a breastpump, using a
breastpump should not cause pain. If you are unsure about breastshield sizing,
please contact a healthcare professional or breastfeeding specialist who can help
you get a proper fit.
Caution
2. Assembly (cont.)

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Correct!
Correct!
2.3 Powering your pump
2.3.1 Power Adaptor Care
To care for your adaptor be sure to follow these storage directions.
Do not wrap cord of power
adaptor around the plug
body.
Do not unplug power
adaptor by pulling on the
cord.
2.2 Correctly fitting breastshields
Properly fitting breastshields will ensure comfort and efficient milk expression.
To determine if you have the correct size, look at the following diagram:
• The nipple should be centered in the tunnel of the shield.
• The nipple should move freely without rubbing while pumping.
• Minimal or no part of your areola should be pulled into the tunnel
ofthebreastshield.
• You should see a gentle, rhythmic motion in the breast
witheachcycleofthepump.
• After pumping, your breast should feel much less full with no areas of hardness.
Medela offers smaller and larger sizes which are available at many local
retailers or visit www.shopmedela.com.
PersonalFit Breastshields
21 mm (Small)
Item 87072
24 mm (Medium)
Item 87073 (included)
27 mm (Large)
Item 87274
30 mm (X-Large)
Item 87075
36 mm (XX-Large)
Item 87084

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2. Assembly (cont.)
Note
4
Replace battery cover.
1
• Remove the batteries if they are
is not going to be used for an
extended period of time.
• If breastpump does not turn on,
make sure the batteries have
been inserted properly. If this
does not solve the problem refer
to the troubleshooting section
of this instruction booklet or
contact Medela Customer
Service at 1-800-435-8316.
• Each set of batteries will provide
approximately 2hours of
pumping time.
2.3 Powering Options (cont.)
2.3.2 Battery Compartment
Use 4 AA or alkaline batteries.