Troubleshooting; Supplemental Information/Disposal - Medela Harmony Instrucciones De Uso

6. Troubleshooting

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 fl awed or damaged, replace valve and/or
membrane prior to pumping.
• Wash valve and membrane per Cleaning Section 1.
• 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 Pump Body Check
• Inspect breastshield 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 fi rmly screwed onto the bottle and
that the breastshield is fi rmly 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 breastshield forms a complete seal around the
breast.
No "let-down" or breastmilk • Ensure your breastpump is assembled correctly and that there is
expression 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.
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7. Supplemental Information/Disposal

Supplemental Information
Following are some common breastfeeding related conditions. If you experience any of
these symptoms, contact a healthcare professional or breastfeeding specialist.
Symptom
Engorgement Breasts are hard and uncomfortable,
possibly with reddened areas.
Blocked/Plugged Area of breast will look reddened and may
Ducts be tender to touch.
Mastitis It often follows engorgement but can just
occur suddenly. The initial symptoms
are similar to fl u – fatigue, headache and
muscle aches, fever and localized breast
tenderness. It can be in one or even both
breasts and needs immediate treatment.
A healthcare professional or breastfeeding specialist can give you guidance in breastfeeding
your baby and using a breastpump. Their guidance is valuable in terms of the lifetime of health
benefi ts for both you and your baby. A listing of Lactation Professionals are available at www.
medelalocator.com or call 1-800-TELL-YOU (1-800-835-5968).
If you have not resolved the problem with your breastpump or your have further questions,
please contact Medela Customer Service at 1-800-435-8316 or email customer.service@
medela.com.
Disposal Guideline
Properly dispose of the device in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
Questions? Visit www.medela.com or call us at 1-800-435-8316.
Potential Causes
Milk not draining properly from
breast. Milk can drain back
into the tissue causing areas to
swell and become tender.
Milk not being drained from
a specifi c duct. The area
becomes "clogged" up and
milk is then prevented from
fl owing.
A bacterial infection in the
breast tissue which is often
accompanied by cracked
nipples.
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