What to do if my Medela Freestyle Breast Pump becomes wet?
If your Medela breast pump becomes wet, unplug the mains adapter from the socket and switch off the pump. Ensure you do not place the pump upside down, keeping the control panel upwards. Store the pump in a dry, warm place for 24 hours. Avoid exposing the pump to direct sunlight and do not use heat to accelerate the drying process.
What to do if there is water or breastmilk in the tubing of my Medela Freestyle?
To prevent damage to the Freestyle pump, water or breastmilk seen in tubing should be cleaned and dried per the instructions in “Tubing Cleaning” section 7A before use.
How to fix low or no suction on Medela Breast Pump?
To troubleshoot low or no suction with your Medela Breast Pump, check all connections and ensure the transparent cap is firmly connected to all three connection points on the connector between the breast shield and bottle. Hold the breast shield while expressing, making sure it forms a complete seal around the breast. If single pumping, insert the unused tubing into the tubing holder. Ensure the tubing is not kinked and contains no water. All components must be completely dry.
How to fix low suction on Medela Breast Pump?
To address low or no suction with your Medela Breast Pump, start by disassembling the breast shields, breast shield bodies, membranes, and back caps. Inspect each component for any chips or cracks. After cleaning and drying all parts, reassemble them, ensuring everything is dry. Also, check the tubing to make sure it's not kinked. If you're single pumping, verify the unused end is correctly stored in the tubing holder. Inspect the back cap connection points, tubing adaptor to back cap, and tubing adaptor to pump, ensuring each is securely attached.
Why is there low or no suction with my Medela Freestyle Breast Pump?
If you're experiencing low or no suction with your Medela Breast Pump, disassemble the breastshields, breastshield bodies, membranes, and back caps. Inspect all components for chips or cracks. Clean and dry all components and reassemble, ensuring they are dry before assembly. Also, check that the tubing is not kinked and inspect the connection points to ensure secure attachment: back cap snapped at all 3 connection points, tubing adaptor to back cap, tubing adaptor to pump. If suction is not improved, contact Medela Customer Service at 1-800-435-8316.
Why is there low or no suction in my Medela Freestyle Breast Pump?
Low or no suction can occur due to several reasons. First, disassemble the breastshields, breastshield bodies, membranes, and back caps, then inspect all components for chips or cracks. Clean and dry all components before reassembling them. Ensure the components are dry before assembling. Also, check that the tubing is not kinked. When single pumping, make sure the unused end is correctly stored in the tubing holder. Inspect the back cap connection points to ensure they are securely snapped at all 3 points, as well as the tubing adaptor to the back cap and the tubing adaptor to the pump.
What does the 'bAtt' symbol mean on my Medela Freestyle Breast Pump display?
If a 'bAtt' symbol appears on the display of your Medela Breast Pump, it indicates that it is in initial charge mode or the battery was removed and reinserted. Plug in and charge for 24 hours uninterrupted. If you still have a problem contact Medela Customer Service at 1-800-435-8316.
Why is there no let-down with my Medela Freestyle?
If you're not experiencing let-down or breast milk expression with your Medela Breast Pump, first ensure the pump is correctly assembled and that there is suction. If let-down isn't achieved, relax and take a 10-15 minute break.
How to stimulate let-down when using Medela Freestyle Breast Pump?
If you are not experiencing let-down or breastmilk expression with your Medela Breast Pump: * Ensure your breastpump is assembled correctly and there is suction. * Relax and take a 10-15 minute break if let-down is not achieved after 2 consecutive pumping sessions.
What to do if there is no 'let-down' or breastmilk expression with Medela Freestyle?
Ensure your breastpump is assembled correctly and that there is suction. If let-down is not achieved, relax and take a 10-15 minute break.
General| Type | Electronic |
|---|---|
| Product color | Transparent, Yellow |
| Bottle included | Yes |
Weight and Dimensions| Weight | 370 g |
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| Capacity | 150 ml |
Explains how to determine the correct breastshield fit for comfort and efficiency.
Provides guidance on selecting the appropriate breastshield size based on nipple measurements.
Details the two methods for powering the breastpump: AC adapter and rechargeable battery.
Explains how to insert and charge the battery, and interprets battery status codes.
Essential preparation steps including hand washing and component inspection before pumping.
Guides users on turning on the pump, adjusting settings, and phase switching.
Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with weak or absent suction.
Troubleshooting tips for battery charging problems, including status indicators.
Guidance for when the breastpump fails to operate or turn on.
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