Medela Swing - 3. Pumping; 3.1 Device Operation

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Overview of LEDs
lights up On
does not light up Off
even, regular flashing Stimulation phase
light constantly on Expression phase
rapid flashing Min./Max. vacuum
3. Pumping
Info
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3.1 Device Operation
Wash hands before touching
breastpump, kit and breasts
and avoid touching the inside
of containers or lids.
Switch on the breastpump with
. Your pumping session will
start in the Stimulation Phase.
• Always inspect breastshield,
connector, white membrane, yellow
valve, and tube prior to use for
cleanliness. If dirty, see Section 1.2.
• If you experience pain while pumping
seek advice from your healthcare
professional or breastfeeding
specialist. See Section6 for more
information.
• Do not try and express with vacuum
that is too high and uncomfortable
(painful). The pain, along with
potential breast and nipple trauma,
may decrease milk output.
• Make sure tube is not kinked or
pinched while pumping.
• Contact your healthcare professional
or breastfeeding specialist if you can
express only minimal or no milk or if
expression is painful.
• Research has shown that you will
pump more efficiently – get more
milk in less time – when pumping at
Maximum Comfort Vacuum during
the Expression Phase.
• You should reassess your Maximum
Comfort Vacuum throughout your
pumping experience because it can
change during the different stages of
lactation.
• Do not tilt or overfill containers when
pumping.
• Do not kink tubing.
Caution