Troubleshooting - Medela symphony Instrucciones

10. Troubleshooting

If the Check whether electrical outlet power/battery is available.
breastpump Check that the device is switched on.
is not
Check whether program card is inserted correctly in the card compartment on
the back of the breastpump. (Symphony
turning on
If there is low Assemble the pump kit in accordance with the instructions in Section 7.
or no suction
• Check whether all connections of the pump kit and breastpump are secure.
• Make sure that the breastshield forms a complete seal around the breast.
• The white valve membrane must lie fl at against the yellow valve head.
• Check that the valve head and membrane are clean and not damaged.
• The ends of the tubing must be fi rmly connected to the connector and the
opening in the membrane cap. (Symphony
• The protective membrane and membrane cap should be correctly
assembled and the membrane cap must be fi rmly fi tted to the breastpump
membrane to form a seal. (Symphony breastpump only)
• The protective membrane must be intact. (Symphony
• Do not kink or pinch the tubing during expression.
• All components must be completely dry.
Valve and Membrane Check
• Remove and separate valve from the membrane.
• Inspect the valve for chips or cracks. Inspect the membrane for holes or
tears. If fl awed or damaged, replace the valve and/or membrane prior to
pumping.
• Wash valve and membrane per Cleaning Instructions in Sections 3-6.
• Reassemble. Make sure the membrane lays fl at on the valve, and if it does
not, replace the valve and/or membrane prior to pumping.
Breastshield and Breastshield Connector Check
• Inspect breastshield and breastshield connector to make sure there are no
cracks and they securely attach to each other.
• Make sure the breastshield forms a complete seal around the breast.
Other Checks
Inspect the following to check for damage and secure connections.
• Secure tubing adapter to the breastshield connector.
• Test vacuum. If suction is not improved, contact Medela Customer Service
at 1-800-435-8316.
• Inspect piston/cylinder and refer to piston/cylinder cleaning in Section 4.
(Lactina Breastpump only)
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Tubing Check
• If damaged replace prior to pumping.
• Inspect tubing for damage and secure connections.
• Check that the ends of the tubing are firmly connected to the connector
and the opening in the membrane cap.
• If single pumping, make sure only one membrane cap is seated.
(Symphony Breastpump only)
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• If single pumping, insert port plug into unused port.
(Lactina Breastpump only)
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Piston/Cylinder/Tubing Check (Lactina
• Make sure the ends of the tubing are fi t securely into the back of the
breastshield and into the opening on the pump connector.
• Make sure the rubber seal is correctly attached onto piston.
• Make sure the piston/cylinder is correctly attached onto the pump connector
or breastshield.
• Make sure the pump connector and piston/cylinder are assembled properly
onto the Lactina.
• If single pumping, make sure the port cap is inserted into the unused
opening of cylinder holder.
Take care not to kink or pinch tubing.
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If there is an 1. Place the pump set into the bottle holder.
overfl ow
2. Turn off the pump and unplug the power cord from the
electrical outlet.
3. Use a damp (not wet) cloth to wipe the pump and membrane
area.
4. If there is milk in the tubing:
Remove tubing and clean in accordance with Sections 4 & 6.
If there is condensation in the tubing:
Let the pump run with tubing attached for 1–2 minutes or
until dry.
5. When components are completely dry, reassemble
breastpump and accessories set.
• Turn off the pump and unplug from power source.
Condensation or
Milk in Tubing
• Use a damp (not wet) cloth to wipe the pump.
• Refer to cleaning instructions "Tubing Care" Section 6.
• If necessary, clean the pump kit.
• When components are completely dry, reassemble
breastpump and kit.
No "Let-Down" • Ensure your breastpump kit is assembled correctly and
or Breastmilk suction is available.
Expression
• Relax and take a 10-15 minute break if let-down is not
achieved.
• Consult with a healthcare or lactation professional if
expression does not occur after 2 consecutive pumping
sessions.
If you have not resolved the problem with your breastpump or you have
further questions, please contact Medela Customer Service at
1-800-435-8316 or fi ll out the contact us form at
www.medelabreastfeedingus.com.
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