This document is a user manual for the Dr. Brown's Milestones Straw Cup, providing instructions for its assembly, use, and maintenance, along with important safety warnings.
Function Description:
The Dr. Brown's Milestones Straw Cup is designed for children to drink fluids using a straw. It is an insulated cup, though the manual specifies that the insulated vessel itself should not be sterilized or boiled after the initial boil. The cup is intended to help children transition from bottles to cups, offering a straw-drinking experience.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Components: The cup consists of a straw (two pieces that assemble together), a lid, an insulated vessel, and potentially removable handles (though the image on the cover does not show handles, the assembly instructions mention them).
- Material Safety: All parts are dishwasher safe (top rack only). The cap, handles, and straw components are safe for use in an electric sterilizer, microwave sterilizer, or boiling water.
- Age Recommendation: Straws are not suitable for a child under six months.
- Liquid Compatibility: Hot or carbonated liquids are not recommended.
Usage Features:
- Assembly:
- The two straw pieces must be assembled firmly together.
- The assembled straw is then pulled through the lid until it "snaps into place." A visual indicator for correct assembly is the visibility of a "rubber collar" when the straw is snapped in place; if no rubber collar is visible, the straw is not fully snapped.
- If the cup has removable handles, they should be assembled with the cap before tightening onto the cup, connecting notches in the handles with the structure under the cap.
- After filling the cup, the cap (with or without handles) should be tightly screwed onto the cup.
- Straw Functionality: The cup is designed to function properly only when the straw is installed.
- Safety Checks (Before Each Use):
- Pull on the straw in all directions to ensure it does not tear.
- Inspect the straw carefully for signs of wear or damage (cracking, change of shape), especially if the child has teeth. Replace the straw immediately if any damage is observed, as small pieces can be inhaled and cause serious injury.
- Ensure the straw is clean and free of obstructions.
- Supervision: Always use this product with adult supervision.
- Mobility: Do not allow a child to walk or run while using any cup.
Maintenance Features:
- Before First Use:
- Handle with clean hands and on clean surfaces.
- Disassemble and clean the product.
- Place all components in boiling water for 5 minutes to ensure hygiene.
- Wash all parts prior to use, ensuring the straw hole is clean.
- Cleaning (General):
- All parts are dishwasher safe (top rack only).
- Avoid overly aggressive cleaning of any parts to prevent damage to sealing surfaces.
- Do not sterilize or boil the insulated straw cup vessel after the initial boil.
- The cap, handles, and straw components are safe for use in an electric sterilizer, microwave sterilizer, or boiling water.
- Straw Replacement: Replace the straw immediately if it shows any signs of wear or damage. Always check the straw for signs of wear and replace when damaged.
- Storage:
- Keep components not in use out of the reach of children.
- Do not leave the product in direct sunlight or heat.
- Do not leave the product in disinfectant (sterilizing solution) for longer than recommended, as this may weaken the straw.
- Heating: Do not use a microwave oven to heat the cup because microwave ovens can create hotspots in the cup, its contents, and/or components.
Safety Warnings (General):
- Continuous and prolonged sucking of fluids will cause tooth decay.
- Always check food temperature before feeding.
- Throw away at the first signs of damage or weakness.
- Never attach to cords, ribbons, laces, or loose parts of clothing, as the child may be strangled.
- Never use the straw as a pacifier/soother.
- The components of this cup are not toys and should not be given to children to play with or suck on.
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