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Medela Lactina and Classic Breast Pump manual

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  • Page 1

    For the Lactina ® and Classic ™ Breastpumps 1547433 B 1102 General Instructions[...]

  • Page 2

    Breastpumps come in a variety of styles. It is important that breastpumps are safe, effective and comfor table. Always read the manufacturer’ s instructions before using your pump. A healthy infant is far more effective at emptying the breast than any pump. Remember , breastfeeding is a learned process. Be patient. It may take some time before yo[...]

  • Page 3

    If gas sterilization is used, residual testing is recom- mended to determine the proper length of aeration. 2. Home Sanitizing Prior to first use and before first use each day: Disassemble, wash and rinse all parts of your kit and breast- pump that come in contact with the breast and milk. T ubing, cylinder and piston, including rubber parts, shoul[...]

  • Page 4

    Check with your hospital for specific storage instructions. When freezing, do not fill containers more than 3/4 full to allow space for expansion. Label containers with the date of pumping. In a refrigerator: • T o inhibit the growth of bacteria, breastmilk which is not used immediately should be refrigerated. Milk can be refrigerated 5-7 days or[...]

  • Page 5

    10 6 5 8 7 1a 1c 1b 11 13 12 3 4 2 9 Lactina ® Breastpump Par ts Item Item # 1a. PersonalFit ™ Breastshield, Standard (24mm) ..........................87073 1b. PersonalFit Breastshield Connector ........................................87071 1c. Breastshield (1-piece) ......................................................8107089 2. V alve Assemb[...]

  • Page 6

    5 5 Push the pump connector into the opening on the Lactina. Rotate the connector assembly to the right; make sure the tab on the pump connector fits into the slot in the pump housing. 6 6 Push the narrow section of the piston into the rubber clamp of the pumping arm on the Lactina. Rotate the piston until it fits snugly in the clamp. 7 7 Snap whit[...]

  • Page 7

    1 1 5 5 Set vacuum regulator ring on the cylinder to “Min”. 1 1 6 6 Center breastshield(s) over nipple(s). Switch on the Lactina ® Breastpump. Once pumping begins, you may adjust the vacuum to meet your personal comfort level. Important Note: If you experience discomfor t, contact your lactation professional as you may need a larger breastshie[...]

  • Page 8

    7 5 8 9 3 4 2 6 1a 1b 1c Classic ™ Breastpump Par ts Item Item # 1a. PersonalFit Breastshield, Standard 24mm ............................87073 1b. PersonalFit Breastshield Connector ......................................87071 1c. Breastshield (1-piece) ....................................................8107089 2. V alve Assembly (2-Part) .......[...]

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    5 5 Slip pumping ring onto the pump connector . The knob on the ring points up and the cut- out faces in. 6 6 Screw barrier/filter into pump connector until snug. NOTE: The barrier/filter is designed to inhibit overflow into the Classic ™ Electric Breastpump. The filter is hydrophobic; air will pass through the filter , but liquid will not. If li[...]

  • Page 10

    1 1 4 4 Set the suction regulator on the breastpump to MINIMUM. 1 1 5 5 Center breastshield(s) over your nipple(s). Switch on the Classic Breastpump. Once pumping begins, you may adjust the vacuum of the breastpump to meet your personal comfort level. Important Note: If you experience discomfor t, contact your lactation professional as you may need[...]

  • Page 11

    5 5 Slip rubber seal onto piston until it snaps into place. The side with the larger diameter faces the handle. A yellow ridge should be visible above the seal if rubber seal sits prop- erly . After assembly , hold the rubber seal firmly and twist the piston to ensure the seal is seated properly . 6 6 Slide vacuum regulator ring onto cylinder , if [...]

  • Page 12

    A Critical Time for Establishing Milk Supply Sometimes mothers are told to delay pumping until they recover from giving birth. Health care providers and families need to know that there is a critical time for establishing a milk supply . Studies show that the best way to protect future milk production is to bring in a generous milk supply in the fi[...]

  • Page 13

    After Baby Comes Home Until they reach their due date, many preterm babies con- tinue to need extra help to grow well. Frequent feeding and skin-to-skin holding are still important. Y ou may need to continue to pump for 5-10 minutes after breastfeeding to obtain hindmilk that baby might miss. This high-calorie milk should be fed to your baby to ens[...]