NUK Simply Natural Freemie Series User manual

User Manual
Pump not included
Compatible
Use only with a
Freemie Approved
Compatible Pump
IMPORTANT - Read this manual prior to use
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Collection Cups
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Table of Contents
This is a single user product. Use by more than one person may present
a health risk and void the warranty.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Pump the Freemie Way
Freemie Features ........................................................................................4
Important Safety Instructions
Do’s and Don’ts ................................................................................................ 5
Freemie Collection Cups
Freemie Parts Included..................................................................................... 6
Pump Connection Kits...................................................................................... 6
Preparing Freemie For First Use............................................................................7
Sanitize parts .....................................................................................................7
Assembling Freemie Collection Cups.................................................................. 8
Proper Valve Positioning .................................................................................. 8
Connecting To Compatible Pumps ...................................................................... 9
Positioning within Your Bra
The Perfect Bra Fit ............................................................................................ 10
Correct Nipple Position....................................................................................10
The 12 O’Clock Position ................................................................................... 11
Pumping with Freemie
Adjusting Your Pump and Sitting Upright....................................................... 12
When You Are Interrupted...............................................................................13
Disconnecting and Transferring Milk
When You Are Done Pumping ........................................................................14
Pouring Milk Into A Container......................................................................... 15
Cleaning...........................................................................................................15
Caring for Freemie Collection Cups
Tubing Care......................................................................................................16
Troubleshooting Tips
Breast Not Emptying........................................................................................16
Loss of Suction ................................................................................................. 16
Milk In Tubing................................................................................................... 17
Need To Stop Or Break Suction....................................................................... 17
Compatible Pump Connection Diagrams
NUK..................................................................................................................18
Medela / Hygeia .............................................................................................19
Philips Avent / Ameda / Lucina ...................................................................... 20
Freemie Freedom ............................................................................................ 21
Freemie Equality .............................................................................................. 22
Spare Parts & Customer Service......................................................................... 23
Warranty................................................................................................................ 23
Indications for use:
Freemie Collection Cups are intended to be used in conjunction with an approved
powered breast pump for the purpose of expressing human milk.

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Freemie®Features
Pump the Freemie®Way
Pump efciently
Single or double pumping.
Freemie can be used for single or
double pumping as desired.
Pump while bonding
Freemie can be used to pump milk
while breastfeeding. Place baby on
one breast and Freemie on the other.
Pump and relax
Home
Simultaneously pump or passively
collect milk while breastfeeding to
catch and store every precious drop.
Work
Pump discreetly at your work
station without ever undressing.
Travel
Travel with Freemie to express milk
on the go whenever a private place
can’t be found.
Milk contacting components made without BPA.
Not made with DEHP or natural rubber latex.
Important Notice
If you have any concerns about your health, or experience any pain while nursing or using any breast
pump, consult your health care or lactation professional immediately. Dr. Dao, DAO Health and NUK
do not give medical or lactation advice, or make diagnoses.
Easy Pour
Spout
Comfortable
Breast Funnel
Spill Guard
Finger Grip
Spill Guard
Flat Base
8 Ounce
Capacity

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•Use Freemie only with compatible pumps.
• Keep Freemie in an upright position while pumping.
• Transfer milk to a proper storage container right after pumping.
• Use Freemie when you must express milk discreetly and hands-free underneath
normal clothing.
• Use Freemie only as often and only as long as you normally breastfeed your
baby. Consult a lactation professional if you have questions about your milk
supply.
• Use with a bra or manually hold in place.
• Keep out of reach of infants and children. Freemie has small parts that can be a
choking hazard.
• Consult your lactation professional if you have questions about whether Freemie
is appropriate for you or to help determine the correct funnel size for you.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
USE ONLY WITH FREEMIE COMPATIBLE PUMPS. USE WITH UNAPPROVED
PUMPS MAY CAUSE INJURY TO YOU OR DAMAGE YOUR PUMP. MISUSE MAY
VOID WARRANTY. SEE COMPATIBLE PUMPS ON PAGES 18 - 22.
• Do not bend forward or recline while using Freemie, and avoid excessive
movement. This could cause leakage, loss of suction, and milk to ow into
tubing.
• Do not overll Freemie cups, as this may cause milk to ow into the tubing. You
may hear a faint bubbling sound as Freemie cups are lling. There is a risk of
overlling if you are hearing impaired or use Freemie in a noisy environment.
• Do not use Freemie if you must watch your milk ejection reex or manually
massage your breasts while pumping to ensure that they are completely empty.
• Do not share. Freemie is a personal use item.
• Do not use Freemie in any situation that may be unsafe should you become
drowsy or distracted during milk expression.
• Do not use Freemie for simultaneous breastfeeding and pumping with
compromised infants without rst consulting your healthcare or lactation
professional.
• Do not continue to use Freemie if you experience pain or discomfort in the
breast or nipple while pumping.
• Do not put any Freemie components in the dishwasher or steam sterilize as this
can cause warping, melting and leaking.
WARNING
DO
DO NOT

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FREEMIE®Collection Cups
Parts Included
Pump Connection Kits
Two cup assemblies are include. Additional funnel sizes available at www.Freemie.com
(4) Breast Funnels
(2) 25mm - FG024
(2) 28mm - FG025 (2) Valve Bases
FG029
(3) Valves
FG030
(2) Natural
Shape Cups
FG027
The Connection Kits for NUK, Medela, and Hygeia pumps are included. For
connecting to other approved compatible pumps, use proper Connection Kits,
which can be purchased separately on Freemie.com.
Pump Model Connection
Kit Required Included Part Number Diagram
NUK
Double Electric Breast Pump NUK Yes FG046 Page 18
Hygeia
EnJoye, Q Standard Yes FG021 Page 19
Medela
Lactina
Personal
Symphony
Pump in Style Advanced (PISA)
Standard Yes FG021 Page 19
Freemie
Freedom Double Electric
Equality Manual
Freedom
Equality No FG022 FG023
Page 21
Page 22
Lucina
Melodi Prime Double Electric
Breast Pump Philips/Ameda/Lucina No FG020 Page 20
Philips AVENT
Double Electric Breast Pump Philips/Ameda/Lucina No FG020 Page 20
Ameda
Purely Yours Philips/Ameda/Lucina No FG020 Page 20
(1) Pressure Reducer (4) 24” Freemie Tubing(3) Quick Connectors (1) T-Connector(1) 5cm Short Tube

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Preparing Freemie®for First Use
Sanitize Parts
Breast Funnel
Valve
Valve Base Natural Shape Cup
Disassemble and clean Freemie prior to rst use. NOTE: Some parts must be
boiled initially, otherwise the parts may not t securely. Follow the instructions
below for how to sanitize these parts.
Unsnap cup from funnel Pull valve base off funnel Remove valve from valve base
• Do not let parts sit on the bottom of the boiling pot.
• Parts should oat freely.
• Remove from water and allow to dry completely before use.
Parts must be thoroughly dry before use.
!
• Hand wash valve using plenty of hot water and
liquid dishwashing soap, then rinse with hot water
for 10 - 15 seconds. Allow part to cool and dry
completely before use.
• Quick Connector, Pressure Reducer, T Connector
and Short Tubing can be washed by hand when
necessary.
!Do not steam sterilize or dishwash any Freemie components.
Doing so may cause the parts to warp or not t securely.
Boil these parts for 10 minutes to sanitize and ensure parts t securely.
DO NOT Boil or steam these parts. Hand wash only.

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Assembling Freemie®Collection Cups
Always wash hands prior to assembling Freemie. All parts must be completely
dry, correctly positioned, and secure.
Inspect the device before each use for signs of wear or damage and replace
parts if signs of wear are noted.
Valve is turned to proper
alignment, and is on straight and
pushed tightly on to Valve Base.
Valve is not turned to the
proper alignment.
Valve is crooked or
"smashed” up
against the cup.

Incorrect

IncorrectCorrect
Incorrect assembly of the valve will cause milk to back up into tubing.
Important: See below for proper valve positioning
Proper Valve Positioning
Align ports
and snap
together
without
pinching
tubing
6
Insert Tubing into Valve Base
5
Ensure all connections
are secure and tight to
prevent loss of suction.
4Push Breast
Funnel and
Valve Base
rmly
together
Push
together
3Align stem on
Valve Base with
tubing port on
Funnel
Push Valve onto Valve Base correctly
Once
assembled,
gently tug
on Valve to
ensure it is
secure
2
Align Valve to Valve Base correctly
1

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Connecting to Compatible Pumps
See Compatible Pump Diagrams section (pages 18 - 22) for further information on
how to connect your Freemie Collecton Cups to your approved compatible pump.
Additionally, be sure to review your breast pump’s User Manual.

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Positioning Within Your Bra
Bra t is critical to the proper use of this device.
!
1. Before choosing a bra, pump with Freemie using your hands to hold the
Cups in place. Consider how much pressure you normally apply against
your breasts to pump. This pressure may be different when your breasts
are engorged versus when they are empty. To achieve the same pressure
and sensation with the Cups in your bra, it may be necessary to adjust your
bra or try different bras to get the best t for you. A sports bra works well for
some women.
2. Your bra must keep the Freemie cups in an upright position and not allow
the device to slip around, sag downward, or tilt off to the side during use.
3. Place Freemie inside your bra with the Breast Funnel opening centered over
the nipple.
4. Make sure you achieve a good seal between Freemie and your skin.
!Ensure nipple is centered in the Breast Funnel and not
bent or pinched off.
Correct Nipple Position
The Perfect Bra Fit

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Positioning Within Your Bra
The 12 O’Clock Position

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Pumping with Freemie®
5. Each Freemie Cup holds 8 ounces of breast milk.
NOTE: When the Freemie Cups are full, turn off pump immediately and pull
tubing from Freemie while still wearing in bra. (See Page 14, When Your Are
Done Pumping)
6. If you regularly produce more than 8 ounces at a time, stop pumping when
the Freemie cups are full and empty each cup. (See Page 14, When Your Are
Done Pumping). Alternatively, if you have a second Freemie set, switch out full
Freemie Cups with empty cups to minimize pumping interruptions.
1. Adjust pump to low, turn power on, and slowly increase vacuum until you feel
a comfortable suction.
2. You may need to turn up the vacuum setting on your pump
slightly higher than normal. If you need to turn up your pump
more than 10%, stop pumping and check all connections to
ensure they are secure.
3. As with any new pump, expect a period of adjustment to the
hands-free and fully concealed pumping experience.
4. Pump with Freemie in an upright position, such as sitting or standing.
MIN MAX

Adjusting your pump and sitting upright

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Pumping with Freemie®
1. Turn off pump.
2. Disconnect from pump using the
Quick Connector or directly from the
Freemie tubing. (See insets for your
compatible pump)
3. Leave Freemie cups temporarily in
your bra, and maintain an upright
position.
4. When ready to resume pumping
reconnect via Quick Connector or
Freemie tubing and turn on pump.
Stop the pump by shutting it off or breaking the
suction by inserting a nger between the Freemie
cup and your breast.
!
Important:
• Bending over or reclining during use, or overlling may cause leaking,
loss of suction, or milk to ow into tubing.
• Empty Freemie Cups when full and remove immediately after
pumping.
• If milk ows into Tubing immediately turn off pump and disconnect
from pump. See Tubing care on page 16 for cleaning instructions.
Refer to your breast pump’s User Manual for how to clean your pump
• See Troubleshooting sections on page 16 for additional tips
All pumps
Freedom, Equality and
NUK (double pumping only)
When you are interrupted

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Disconnecting and Transferring Milk
1. Turn off pump.
2. Leave Freemie Cups in your bra and
gently pull the tubing from the device.
3. Carefully remove Freemie Cups from
your bra.
4. Freemie Cups may be set at on
a table until ready to transfer to a
storage container.
5. When Freemie Cups are full, do
not lay at on back unless tubing is
disconnected.
When you are done pumping

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1. Disassemble and wash all components that come into contact with breast milk
(Cup, Breast Funnel, Valve, Valve Base).
2. Wash part using plenty of hot water and liquid dishwashing soap, then rinse with
hot water for 10 to 15 seconds. Allow part to cool and dry completely before use.
3. Treat all parts with special care. Avoid abrasives and excessive heat.
4. Clean as soon as possible after each use.
5. When not in use, store parts out of reach from infants and children.
Disconnecting and Transferring Milk
Pouring milk into a container
Practice with water rst to achieve successful transfers.
!
Dry parts completely and leave parts disassembled
before safely storing.
!
Do not steam or boil tubing or valves, as it will cause damage.
Do not put any Freemie components in dishwasher or steam
sterilizer, as it can cause parts to warp and leak.
!
Handle a full Freemie cup with care.
Milk can spill out of the Breast Funnel.
Removal of tubing creates pour spout
for transferring milk into storage
containers.
Pour quickly with Breast Funnel
side up as pictured.
Fully disassemble and clean
after each use.
Spout
Pouring milk into a container
Cleaning
Breast
Funnel
Side

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The tubing of the breast pump is designed to move air, not breast milk and therefore does
not need to be cleaned every day if there is no evidence of breast milk or condensation in
the tubing. Before and after each use, inspect tubing for condensation or milk. If milk gets
into tubing, the pump unit can be contaminated and exposed to bacteria or stop working.
Therefore, it is important to check for milk or condensation in the tubing before, during
and after each session. If unable to thoroughly clean tubing replace it. (See Spare Parts,
Page 23).
Caring for Your Freemie®System
Troubleshooting Tips
Do not clean tubing in dishwasher, microwave steam bag,
or by boiling.
!
• Always center Breast Funnel over nipple. If the Breast Funnel is off the center of the
nipple you may impede milk release, experience loss of suction, or prevent the complete
emptying of the breast. (See Page 10, Correct Nipple Position).
• Try adjusting the position of Freemie. Comfortably position your body to help create the
best seal between Freemie and your skin. Experiment with your body position by sitting
up straighter, leaning forward a little, or pulling your shoulders back.
• The Breast Funnels come in the standard 25mm and 28mm funnels. If you need a larger
or smaller Breast Funnel, visit Freemie.com to order the right size funnel or you.
• Each Freemie cup holds up to 8 ounces of milk. If you pump more than this at one time,
you need to empty and clean the cups to continue pumping. (See Page 15, Pouring Milk
into a Container).
• If problems emptying your breasts persist, consult your lactation professional.
• Make sure all parts are completely dry before assembling.
• If the cups, funnels, or valve base do not feel secure or are loose, boil these
parts for 10 minutes (See Page 7).
Breast not Emptying
Loss of Suction
If condensation
appears after use
Allow the pump to run with tubes attached until the tubes are
dry, approximately 1-2 minutes.
If milk appears in
tubing (overow)
Turn off the pump and unplug from power source. Remove
and disassemble the tubing. Wash in warm, soapy water
and rinse clean. Dry immediately by reassembling the pump
according to the instructions. Allow the pump to run with tubes
attached until dry, approximately 1-2 minutes.
Tubing Care

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• Make sure that parts are correctly assembled and t together as snugly as possible, and
that connections to the pump are secure. (See Page 8, Assembling Freemie Collection
Cups; Page 9, Connecting to Compatible Pumps; and Pages 18 - 22, Compatible Pump
Connection Diagrams).
• If the t between the Valve Base and Funnel is loose, try replacing the Valve Base with a
new Valve Base.
• If suction is diminished, try replacing the Valve with a new Valve.
• Pushing in the Tubing too tight may loosen the Valve Base t with the Funnel and cause
loss of suction.
• Make sure Tubing is not kinked or pinched. Make sure Tubing is pushed securely into its
port on the Valve Base. (See Page 8, Assembling Collection Freemie Cups).
• Make sure Breast Funnel is securely pressed against breast creating a seal around
nipple, and is properly seated in bra. Check that no bra material or Tubing is between
the device and your skin. The device should not be tilting upward, downward, or to the
side. (See Page 11, The 12 O’clock Position, and Page 12, Adjusting your Pump and Sitting
Upright).
• Make sure nipple is not bent or pinched inside the Breast Funnel. (See Page 10, Correct
Nipple Position).
• Try a tighter tting bra to ensure that the bra is able to support and maintain an
adequate seal and hold Freemie in an upright position. Consider trying a sports bra.
(See Page 10, The Perfect Bra Fit).
• Philips Avent, Ameda, & Lucina Only: Check that barrier is properly oriented. (See page
9, Connecting to Compatible Pumps)
• Always make sure device is placed in bra with Tubing and Pour Spout at the 12 o’clock
position. (See Page 11, The 12 O’Clock Position)
• If milk gets in Tubing, see cleaning instructions (Page 16, Tubing Care). Replace Tubing if
you are unable to clean completely.
• Incorrect assembly of the Valve will cause milk to back up into Tubing. See Proper Valve
Positioning. (Page 8)
• Avoid overlling, empty when full, and remove immediately after pumping.
• Avoid excessive movement while pumping and only use in an upright position. (See
Page 12, Adjusting your Pump and Sitting Upright).
• Never place full device on at surface without rst removing Tubing. (See Page 14, When
You are Done Pumping).
• Review your Breast Pump User Manual for Pump cleaning instructions.
• Suction can be broken by stopping the Pump or by inserting a nger between the breast
and the breast Funnel.
• Stop suction if you experience pain in your breast or nipple even if you think the pump is
not the source of the pain.
Troubleshooting Tips
Need to Stop or Break Suction
Milk in Tubing

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Compatible Pump Connection Diagrams
NUK Double Electric Breast Pump
NUK is a registered trademark of Mapa GmbH, Zeven, Germany
NUK is proud to exclusively partner with Freemie Collection Cups.
NUK Double Electric Breast Pump

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Compatible Pump Connection Diagrams
Lactina
Personal
Symphony
Pump in Style Advance (PISA)
EnJoye
Q
Medela, Lactina, Personal, Symphony and Pump in Style are trademarks of Medela AG Corporation
Switzerland. Hygeia, EnJoye, and Q are trademarks of Hygeia. Medela and Hygeia do not endorse
and are not afliated with Freemie Collecton Cups or DAO Health.
Medela Hygeia