6.5 Cleaning the tubing
Normally, cleaning of the tubing is not necessary.
Inspect the tubing. If you find condensation in the tubing, wash and dry it immediately or
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replace the tubing. If you see breast milk inside the tubing or tubing connector do not attempt
to wash, clean or sanitize the tubing or tubing connector. Instead contact the manufacturer.
Supplies needed:
• Drinking-quality water
• Dish soap
Washing the tubing
Drying the tubing
1. Shake out any water droplets.
2. Hang the tubing to air dry.
3. Make sure that the tubing is completely dry before using it.
• If the tubing becomes moldy,
discontinue use and replace tubing.
Refer to chapter 13 for ordering
information.
• Do not run the breast pump with
wet tubing; doing so will cause
damage to your breast pump.
Information
1. Switch the breast pump off.
2. Remove the tubing from the motor unit.
3. Unplug the tubing from the collection cups.
4. Rinse the tubing by pouring cool water into both short
tubing ends until it flows out of the long tubing end.
5. Wash the tubing in warm, soapy water.
6. Rinse the tubing with clear water.
NOTICE
Parts needed:
• Tubing