medela Swing Personalised Single Electric Breast Pump Instructions

: June 4, 2024
: medela

Instructions for use

Thank you for choosing the Swing Breast pump. Breast milk is the natural choice for your baby, but there are reasons and situations where breastfeeding is not possible. For over 50 years, it has been Medela’s conviction that these mothers and babies can be supported. In close cooperation with breastfeeding experts, Medela, one of the market leaders, has researched and developed breast pumps that perfectly meet breastfeeding mothers’ needs. For mothers who insist on the best for their babies and themselves. Because you care.

Intended use / Population – Contraindication

The intended use and indications of breast pumps
Breast pumps are intended to be used by lactating women in the hospital or home environment for expressing breast milk. Breast pumps are indicated to alleviate the symptoms of engorgement by expressing milk. In case of mastitis breast pumps support the healing process by removing breast milk from the affected breast. Breast pumps are indicated to relieve sore and cracked nipples and to bring out flat or inverted nipples. Also breast pumps enable mothers to provide breast milk for babies who cannot feed directly at the breast for a variety of reasons such as latch-on problems, cleft palate or premature babies.

Intended patient population / user
Adolescent paediatric or adult lactating women. Many women find it convenient, or even necessary, to use a breast pump to express and store their breast milk once they have returned to work, are travelling or are otherwise separated from their baby. Women are often delighted to learn that a breast pump can be used as a supplement to breastfeeding and that some pumps are designed to mimic the suckling of a nursing baby.

Contraindications
There are no known contraindications for the Swing breast pump.

Meaning of symbols

The warning symbol identifies all instructions that are important for safety. Failure to observe these instructions can lead to injury or damage to the breast pump! When used in conjunction with the following words, the warning symbol stands for:

| Warning
Can lead to serious injury or death.
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| Caution
Can lead to minor injury.
| Note
Can lead to material damage.
| Info
Useful or important information that is not related to safety.

Symbols on the packaging

| This symbol indicates that the material is part of a recovery/recycling process.
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| This symbol indicates a carton package.
| This symbol indicates to keep the device away from sunlight.
| This symbol indicates to handle the fragile device with care.
| This symbol indicates the temperature limitation for operation, transport and storage.
| This symbol indicates the humidity limitation for operation, transport and storage.
| This symbol indicates the atmospheric pressure limitation for operation, transport and storage.
| This symbol indicates to keep the device dry.
| This symbol indicates that the packaging contains products intended to come in contact with food according to regulation 1935/2004.
| This symbol indicates unique GSI Global Trade Item Numbers (GTIN)
| This symbol indicates do not dispose the device together with unsorted municipal waste (for EU only).
| This symbol indicates to follow instructions for use.

Symbols on the device

| This symbol indicates to follow instructions for use.
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0123| This symbol indicates the compliance with the essential requirements of the Council Directive 93/42/EEC of 14 June 93 concerning medical devices.
| This symbol indicates the manufacturer.
| This symbol indicates do not dispose the device together with unsorted municipal
| This symbol indicates the compliance with additional USA and Canada safety requirements for medical electrical equipment.
| This symbol indicates a type BF applied part.
| This symbol indicates manufacturer’s serial number of the device.
| This symbol indicates the positioning of battery cell.
| This symbol indicates the protection against ingress of solid foreign objects and against harmful effects due to the ingress of water.
| This symbol indicates the date of manufacture (four digits for the year and two digits for the month).

Symbols on the mains adapter

| This symbol indicates that the mains adapter is a class II device.
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| This symbol indicates the compliance with China Compulsory Certification.
| This symbol indicates that the mains adapter is safety tested.
| This symbol indicates that the mains adapter is for indoor use only.
| This symbol indicates the compliance with USA and Canada safety requirements.
| This symbol indicates the compliance with Federal Communications Commission requirements.
| This symbol indicates polarity of d.c. power connector.
| This symbol indicates the compliance with AUS/NZ regulatory requirements (Regulatory compliance mark).
| This CE-mark indicates the compliance with the low voltage and electromagnetic compatibility directive.
| This symbol indicates to not dispose the device together with unsorted municipal waste (for EU only). The solid bar symbol indicates that mains adapter is put on the market after 13 August 2005.
| This symbol indicates the compliance with Japanese safety requirements.
| This symbol indicates the compliance with energy efficiency requirements.
| This symbol indicates alternating current.
| This symbol indicates direct current.

Important safety information

Failure to follow these instructions/safety information can lead to danger from the device. Subject to technical changes.

Device

| Danger of electrocution! Keep the device dry! Never immerse in water or other liquids!
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| The Swing breast pump is not heat-resistant: keep away from radiators and open flames.
| Do not expose the motor unit to direct sunlight.
| Repairs must be performed only by an authorised service agency.
Do not repair yourself! No modifications to the device are permitted.
| Never use a damaged device. Replace damaged or worn parts.
****| The operating life of the Swing breast pump is 275 hours.
The service life is two years.

Electrical use

| Separation from the mains is only assured through the disconnection of the mains adapter from the wall socket outlet.
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| Keep the mains adapter away from heated surfaces.
| Do not reach for any electrical device if it has fallen into water.
Unplug immediately.
| The breast pump should never be left unattended when plugged into a power source.

Use

| Use the Swing breast pump only for its intended use as described in this manual.
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| Never operate an electrical device if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.
| Do not use the Swing breast pump while bathing or showering.
| Do not use the Swing breast pump while sleeping or overly drowsy.
| This is a single user product. Use by more than one person may present a health risk.
| Do not drive whilst hands-free pumping.
| Supervision is necessary when the Swing breast pump is used in the vicinity of children.
| Contact your lactation consultant or physician if you experience problems or pain.
****| Portable and mobile radio frequency communications equipmencan affect the Swing breast pump.

Important:
l Plastic bottles and component parts become brittle when frozen and may break when dropped.
l Also, bottles and component parts may become damaged if mishandled, e.g. dropped, over-tightened, or knocked over.
l Take appropriate care in handling bottles and components.
l Do not use the breast milk if bottles or components become damaged.

Product description

Spare parts and accessories available for order can be found on page 28

Cleaning

Caution
l Only use drinking-quality water for cleaning.
l Take apart and wash all parts that come in contact with the breast and breast milk immediately after use to avoid dry up of milk residues and to prevent growth of bacteria.

Note
l The pump set requires no maintenance.
l Take care not to damage parts of the pump set during cleaning.
l If the individual components of the pump set are cleaned in a dishwasher parts may be discoloured by food pigments. This has no impact on the function.

Before using for the first time and after every use

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Disassemble the pump set into individual parts.| Rinse all parts with cold, clear water (approx. 20 °C).
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Clean all parts with plenty of warm soapy water (approx. 30 °C).| Rinse all parts with cold, clear water (approx. 20 °C) for 10 – 15 seconds.
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Rinse all parts with cold, clear water (approx. 20 °C).| Clean all parts with plenty of warm soapy water (approx. 30 °C).

Caution

Note

l Only use drinking-quality water for cleaning.
l Take apart and wash all parts that come in contact with the breast and breast milk immediately after use to avoid dry up of milk residues and to prevent growth of bacteria.

l When boiling, a tea spoon of citric acid may be added to avoid a buildup of limescale.
l Store the pump set in a clean bag/container until next use. Or store it in clean paper or a cloth.

Before using for the first time and once a day

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Disassemble the pump set into individual parts.| Cover all parts with water and boil for five minutes.
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Use Quick Clean* microwave bags in accordance with the instructions.| Dry with a clean cloth or leave to dry on a clean cloth.

Cleaning the motor unit

Wipe off with a clean, damp cloth.

Preparing for pumping

Warning
l re 6.1 Mains operation:
Follow the exact order of the steps.
l Only use the mains adapter supplied with the Swing.
l Make sure the voltage of the mains adapter is compatible with the power source.

Info
l re 6.2 Battery operation:
The batteries do not need to be removed when the main adapter is used for pumping.
l Regularly check the condition of the batteries in the motor unit.
l If Swing will remain unused for a longer period of time, remove the batteries from the battery compartment.
l Batteries last for two to three pumping sessions (approx. 1 ½ hours pumping time).

Mains operation

Plug the mains adapter cord into the motor unit.

Battery operation

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Open the battery compartment on the back in the direction of the arrow.| Plug the mains adapter into the mains socket.
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Insert four AA Mignon LR6 batteries.| Close the battery compartment.

Caution
l Wash hands thoroughly (at least one minute) with soap and water before touching the breast and pump parts.

Note
l Use Medela original accessories only.
l Check pump set components for wear or damage before use and replace if necessary.
l Hold the tubing by the connecting piece while attaching and detaching it.
l All components must be completely dry before use.

Info
l Carry out all the steps with care and assemble the pump set correctly.
Otherwise a good vacuum may not be achieved.

Assembling the pump set

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Carefully push the breast shield onto the connector.| Carefully push the valve membrane onto the valve head until it engages.
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Push the valve head and membrane onto the connector.
→ Position valve head laterally.| Screw bottle into connector.
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Push the yellow connecting piece onto the connector with a slight twist.| Insert the other end of the tubing into the motor unit.

Expression

Caution
l re step 2 (chapter 7.1):
Answer the following questions to find out whether the available breast shield size will fit:
l Is your nipple moving freely in the tunnel?
l Is minimal or no areolar tissue being pulled into the tunnel of the breast shield?
l Do you see a gentle, rhythmical motion in the breast with each cycle of the pump?
l Do you feel the breast emptying all over?
l Is your nipple pain-free?
If the answer to any of these questions is “No” or if you experience problems or pain during expression, consult your breastfeeding and lactation consultant or midwife.

Note
l re step 2 (chapter 7.1):
Do not hold the pump set by the bottle. This can lead to blockage of the milk ducts and engorgement.
l Wipe the breast with a warm washcloth (do not use alcohol).

Preparing for single pumping

Place the breast shield on your breast so that your nipple is properly centred in the tunnel.

Pumping

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Switch on the breast pump with .
→ The stimulation phase lasts a maximum of two minutes.
The stimulation phase will then automatically change to the expression phase.| Hold the breast shield onto your breast with your thumb
and index finger.
Support your breast with the palm of your hand.
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If your milk starts to flow earlier, press the button to change to the expression phase.
→ Make sure that the milk is flowing into the bottle properly.| The vacuum can be adjusted in every phase. Comfort
vacuum: Use + to increase the vacuum until it is slightly
uncomfortable. Then press – to dial it back minimally.

Caution
l Contact your midwife or lactation consultant if you can express only minimal or no milk or if expression is painful.

Note
l Always disconnect the Swing from the power source after expression.
l Only fill the bottle to the 150 ml mark.

Info
l Swing switches off automatically if it has been running for 30 minutes with no manipulations.
l Do not kink the tubing during expression.

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

Switch off the breast pump with .

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Use the stand to prevent the bottle from tipping over.| Close the bottle with a lid.
→ Follow the instructions in Chapter 8 “Storing and thawing breast milk”.

Storing and thawing breast milk

Storage

Storage guidelines for freshly expressed breast milk (for healthy terms babies)

Room temperature	Refrigerator	Freezer	Thawed breast milk

4 – 6 hours at 19 to
26 °C (66 to 78 °F)| 3 – 8 days at 4 °C
(39 °F) or lower| 6 – 12 months
–18 to –20 °C (0 to –4 °F)| In refrigerator for 10h
max. Do not refreeze!

l Do not store breast milk in the door of the refrigerator. Instead choose the coldest part of the refrigerator (this is at the back of the glass shelf above the vegetable compartment).

Freezing

l You can freeze expressed breast milk in milk bottles or “Pump & Save”* bags. Do not fill the bottles or bags more than 3/4 full to allow space for possible expansion.
l Label the bottles or “Pump & Save” bags with the date of expression.

Thawing

Warning
Do not thaw frozen breast milk or do not warm breast milk in a microwave or a pan of boiling water to avoid loss of vitamins, minerals and other important components and to prevent burns.
l ln order to preserve the components of the breast milk, thaw the milk in the refrigerator overnight. Alternatively, you can hold the bottle or “Pump & Save” bag under warm water (max. 37 °C).
l Gently swirl the bottle or “Pump & Save” bag to mix any fat that has separated. Avoid shaking or stirring the milk.

Feeding breast milk

Info
Medela recommends Calma for feedingbreast milk.

With Calma
l your baby can feed, pause and breathe regularly.
l milk will flow when a vacuum is created.
l your baby’s natural feeding behaviour will be maintained, supporting easy transition back to the breast.

As a result of its comprehensive research work, Medela is one of the first com pa nies in the world to incorporate babies’ breastfeeding behaviour into its 2-Phase Expression and Calma innovations. 2-Phase Expression mimics the baby’s natural sucking rhythm to express more milk in less time. Short, stimulating patterns are followed by longer ones, providing optimal milk flow. The uni que Calma breast milk feeding device allows the baby to pause and breathe during feeding whilst maintaining the suckling behaviour learned at the breast. Deve lo ped for a great breast feeding experience.

Calma – unique feeding solution for breast milk.
You can find detailed information about Calma on the Medela website (www.medela.com).

Troubleshooting

Problem	Solution
If the motor is not running	Check presence of mains current.

Check the position of the batteries in the battery compartment.
If there is low or no suction| Verify the valve head and membrane are clean and not damaged.
Ensure the membrane is attached correctly to the valve head.
Check the lateral position of the valve.
Check all connections.
Check the ends of the tubing are fit securely into the back of the connector and into the port on the breast pump.
Do not kink the tubing during expression.
Ensure the breast shield forms a complete seal around the breast.
If condensation appears in the tubing| Rinse out the tubing.
Shake out any water droplets.
Hang up the tubing to air-dry.
If milk gets into the tubing| Turn off the pump and unplug from power source.
Remove and clean the tubing.
Shake out water droplets and hang to air-dry.
If milk gets into the pump| Turn off the pump and unplug from power source.
1. Open the battery cover, remove the expanded-plastic liner. Wash the expanded-plastic liner with clear, lukewarm water and squeeze out well. Allow to dry thoroughly.
2. Pour about 200 ml of warm soapy water into a container.
3. Connect the tubing and the power cable onto the pump.
4. Hold the device with the control button upwards over a basin and switch on. Press and ensure that the lowest vacuum level is set by pressing twice.
5. Hold the end of the tubing that is not connected to the pump in the container with the soapy water.
6. The water is pumped through the tubing into the device.
Allow it to pump until all the water has been flushed through.
7. Repeat procedure with 100 ml of clear, warm water.
8. Then leave the device switched on for 3 minutes, until the pump is completely dry.
9. As soon as the expanded-plastic liner is dry, put it in place again and close the battery cover.
10. If necessary, clean the pump set according to cleaning instructions „Prior to first use and once daily“.

Warranty/disposal

Warranty
The “International Warranty” brochure contains detailed warranty information.

Disposal
The unit is made of various metal and plastics. Before disposal, the device is to be rendered unusable and it must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste in accordance with local regulations. Use your local return and collection system for waste electrical and electronic equipment (incl. batteries). Improper disposal may have harmful effects on the environment and on public health.

Complete care during breastfeeding time

The following accessories for Swing are available from Medela distribution partners by specifying the product number.

Spare parts

Article number	Product

099.0016
099.0017
099.0018
099.0276| Swing Adapter (100 – 240V; 4.8V) Euro
Swing Adapter (100 – 240V; 4.8V) UK / US / JP
Swing Adapter (100 – 240V; 4.8V) AUS / NZ
Swing Adapter (100 – 240V; 4.8V) CN / KO
99.0015| Swing Motor Unit
800.0843| Swing Tubing

Accessories

Article number	Product

008.0352
008.0353
008.0354
008.0355
008.0356*| PersonalFit 2 breast shields S (21 mm)
PersonalFit 2 breast shields M (24 mm)
PersonalFit 2 breast shields L (27 mm)
PersonalFit 2 breast shields XL (30 mm)
PersonalFit 2 breast shields XXL (36 mm)
008.0074
008.0075| 150 ml Breast milk bottles (3 pcs)
250 ml Breast milk bottles (2 pcs)
8.0143| Calma Solitaire
200.1756
200.0625| Cooling Bag
CityStyle Breast pump Bag

Other Medela products are available on the www.medela.com web site.

If the result of expression is unsatisfactory or expression is painful, contact your midwife or lactation consultant. A different size of PersonalFit ™ breast shield may help make expression more comfortable and successful.

EMC / Technical description

The Swing breast pump needs special precautions regarding EMC (Electromagnetic compatibility) and needs to be installed and put into service according to the EMC information provided in these instructions for use. Wireless communications equipment such as wireless home network devices,
mobile phones, cordless telephones and their base stations, walkie-talkies can affect the electric breast pump Swing and should be kept at least a distance 1.0 m away from the equipment. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC, IEC 60601-1-2:2007, Table 1)

Electromagnetic emissions
The electric breast pump Swing is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the electric breast pump Swing should assure that it is used in such an environment.

Emission tests| Compliance| Electromagnetic environment – guidance
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RF emissions CISPR 11| Group 1| The electric breast pump Swing uses RF energy only for its internal function. Therefore, itsRF emissions are very low and are not likely to cause any interference in nearby electronic equipment.
RF emissions CISPR 11| Class B| The electric breast pump Swing is suitable for use in all establishments, including domestic establishments and those directly connected to the public low-voltage power supply network
that supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.
Harmonic emissions IEC 61000-3-2| Class A
Voltage fluctuations /flicker emissions IEC 61000-3-3| Not applicable a

aNo significant voltage changes

Warning – The electric breast pump Swing should not be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment. If adjacent or stacked use is necessary, the electric breast pump Swing should be observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used.

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC, IEC 60601-1-2:2007, Table 2)

Electromagnetic immunity
The electric breast pump Swing is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the electric breast pump Swing should assure that it is used in such an environment.

Immunity test| IEC 60601 test level| Compliance level| Electromagnetic environment
— guidance
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Electrostatic discharge ( ESD ) IEC 61000-4-2| ± 6 kV contact ± 8 kV air| ± 6 kV contact ± 8 kV air| Floors should be wood, concrete or ceramic tile. If floors are covered with synthetic material, the relative humidity should be at least 30%.
Electrical fast
transient / burst IEC 61000-4-4| ± 2 kV for power supply lines
± 1 kV for input / output lines| ± 2 kV for power supply lines
Not applicable a| Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment.
Surge
IEC 61000-4-5| ± 1 kV line( s ) to line(s)
± 2 kV line(s) s ) to earth| ± 1 kV differential mode
Not applicable b| Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment.

a No input/output lines
b No earth, class II equipment

Voltage dips, short interruptions and
voltage variations on power supply
input lines IEC 61000-4-11| <5 % UT (>95 % dip in UT ) for 0,5 cycle 40 % UT (60 % dip in UT )
for 5 cycles 70 % UT (30 % dip in UT ) for 25 cycles
<5 % UT (>95 % dip in UT ) for 5 s| <5 % UT (>95 % dip in UT ) for 0,5 cycle
40 % UT (60 % dip in UT ) for 5 cycles 70 % UT (30 % dip in UT
) for 25 cycles <5 % UT (>95 % dip in UT
) for 5 s| Mains power quality should be that of
a typical commercial or hospital environment. If the user of the electric breast pump Swing requires continued operation during power mains interruptions, it is recommended that the electric breast
pump Swing is powered from an uninterruptible power supply or a battery.
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Power frequency (50/60 Hz)
magnetic field IEC 61000-4-8| 3 A/m| 3 A/m| Power frequency magnetic fields should
be at levels characteristic of a typical location
in a typical commercial or hospital environment.

NOTE UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.

Electromagnetic immunity
The electric breast pump Swing is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the electric breast pump Swing should assure that it is used in such an environment.

Immunity test| IEC 60601 test level| Compliance level| Electromagnetic environment – guidance
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Conducted RF IEC 61000-4-6 Radiated RF IEC 61000-4-3| 3 Vrms 150 kHz to 80 MHz
3 V/m 80 MHz to 2,5 GHz| 3 Vrms
3 V/m| Portable and mobile RF communications
equipment should be used no closer to any part of the electric breast pump Swing, including cables, than the recommended separation distance calculated from the
equation applicable to the frequency of the
transmitter.
Recommended separation distance
d = 1,2√P
d = 1,2√P 80 MHz to 800 MHz
d = 2,3√P 800 MHz to 2,5 GHz
where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer and d is the recommended separation distance in metres
(m). Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as determined by an electromagnetic site survey, should be less than the compliance level in each frequency range. a b Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with the following symbol:

Note 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.
Note 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects, and people.
Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast, and TV broadcasts cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the electric breast pump Swing is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the electric breast pump Swing should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as re- orienting or relocating the electric breast pump Swing. b Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3 V/m.

Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the electric breast pump Swing
The electric breast pump Swing is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the electric breast pump Swing can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the electric breast pump Swing as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.

Rated maximum output power of transmitter W| Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter M
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150 kHz to 80 MHz
d = 1,2√P| 80 MHz to
800 MHz
d = 1,2√P| 800 MHz to 2,5 GHz
d = 2,3√P
0,01| 0,12| 0,12| 0,23
0,1| 0,37| 0,37| 0,74
1| 1,2| 1,2| 2,3
10| 3,7| 3,7| 7,4
100| 12| 12| 23

For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance d in metres (m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.
Note 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.
Note 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.

Technical specifications

| vacuum (approx.)
-15….-295 mmHg
-2….-39 kPa
45 … 120 cpm
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| | In| Out
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100-240V~ 50/60Hz
230-240V~ 50Hz
AUS/NZ only| 4.8 V
0.6/1.2A
| 4 x 1.5V, Alkaline
AA, Mignon, LR6
| 121 x 121 x 57 mm
| 300 g
200 g
| Operation
| Transport / Storage
| Operation
| Transport / Storage
| Operation / Transport / Storage