This document describes the Limerick Love breast pump, a manual breast pump designed for expressing breast milk. The manual provides instructions for assembly, use, and maintenance of the device.

Function Description:

The Limerick Love breast pump is a manual device designed to extract breast milk. It operates by creating suction around the nipple, mimicking the natural suckling action of a baby, to stimulate milk flow and collect expressed milk into a storage container. The pump is intended for personal use and is designed to be user-friendly with a focus on comfort and efficiency. The manual emphasizes that Limerick breast pumps operate differently from other pumps on the market and recommends using only Limerick brand accessories to ensure proper functionality.

Important Technical Specifications:

While specific technical specifications like material composition (e.g., BPA-free plastic, silicone) or dimensions are not explicitly detailed in the provided pages, the components listed suggest standard materials used in breast pump manufacturing. The device includes a pump assembly, a storage container, a container cap, a cap insert, a gasket, and a pump stand. The design incorporates a silicone breast cup for comfort and effective milk expression. The pump's operation relies on a diaphragm and a duck valve to create and maintain suction.

Usage Features:

The Limerick Love pump is designed for ease of use, with a step-by-step assembly process.

Assembly:
1. Sanitization: Before first use, all parts except the pump handle must be sanitized by boiling in water for 2-5 minutes. This ensures hygiene and prepares the components for contact with breast milk.
2. Breast Cup Assembly & Pump Body: The silicone breast cup is inserted into the breast cup brace, ensuring it extends out of the back of the brace. This assembly then attaches to the main body of the pump.
3. Diaphragm & Duck Valve: The diaphragm is placed into the top of the pump body, pressed down to create a tight seal. The duck valve is then pushed into the bottom end of the pump body. These components are crucial for the pump's suction mechanism.
4. Handle Attachment: The handle attaches to the pump body in two places. First, a "U" shape on the handle is placed under the last notch on the stem of the diaphragm and snapped into place. Then, with the pump assembly upside down, the handle is snapped onto a "T" bar on the body and locked. This dual attachment ensures a secure and stable connection for manual operation.
5. Storage Container & Cap: The gasket is pushed into the bottom of the pump body with the ridge side facing down, pressed firmly into place. The storage container is then screwed into the pump body. Finally, the cap is snapped onto the pump body with its large opening facing the handle, ready for milk collection.
Pumping Process:
- Nipple Centering: The user centers their nipple in the breast cup.
- Initiating Pumping: Pumping begins by squeezing the handle halfway and rapidly, several times, to stimulate milk let-down.
- Sustained Pumping: Once milk starts flowing, the user slows down their squeezing speed and squeezes the handle fully or to a comfortable level. The manual suggests that pumping typically takes 10 to 15 minutes per side.
- Session Completion: After the pumping session, the storage container is unscrewed from the pump body, and the cap is screwed onto the container for storage.

Maintenance Features:

Proper cleaning and maintenance are essential for hygiene and longevity of the breast pump.

Washing After Each Use:
1. Rinse: All parts should be rinsed with cool water immediately after use to remove milk residue.
2. Wash: All parts are then washed in hot soapy water. While breast cups are dishwasher safe, hand washing or using steam sanitizing bags is recommended to avoid soap residue from dishwashers.
3. Rinse & Dry: After washing, parts should be rinsed in hot water and placed on a clean towel to air dry.

Important Considerations:

Compatibility: The manual explicitly states a caution: "Limerick breast pumps operate differently than all other pumps on the market—use only Limerick brand accessories to ensure that your pump will work properly." This highlights the importance of using proprietary parts for optimal performance and safety.
Part Sharing: A warning "Do not share these parts" is included, emphasizing the personal nature of the device and the importance of hygiene to prevent cross-contamination.
Support: Video instructions and support are available via a QR code or by visiting limerickinc.com and clicking on "support." Contact information (email and phone number) is also provided for customer inquiries.

Limerick Love - Duck Valve and Diaphragm Installation

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