Medela 101046142-2023-07-a Special Needs Feeder Instruction Manual

: June 1, 2024
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Table of Contents

Medela 101046142-2023-07-a Special Needs Feeder
Specifications
Product Usage Instructions
FAQ
Intended use
Important safety information
Cleaning
How to use
Assembling the feeder
Controlling the milk flow
CONTACT
References
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Medela 101046142-2023-07-a Special Needs Feeder

Specifications

Product Name: SpecialNeeds Feeder
Intended Use: Feeding breast milk and liquids of similar consistency to infants with specific conditions
Manufacturer: Medela
Recommended Cleaning: Boiling for 5 minutes before first use and once a day, disassembling and cleaning after each use

Product Usage Instructions

Important Safeguards

Handle plastic bottles and parts with care to prevent breakage.
Do not use damaged bottles or components.
Use only Medela’s original accessories.
Inspect the feeder before each use and discard if damaged.
Keep packaging and components away from children.

FAQ

Q: Can I reuse the milk left in the bottle?
A: Yes, you can reuse the milk left in the bottle. However, discard any milk left in the teat to maintain hygiene.
Q: Can I clean the product in a dishwasher?
A: Yes, you can clean the product in a dishwasher. Place the parts on the top rack or in the cutlery section and use a commercially available dishwashing detergent.

Read all instructions before use.
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION FOR USE

Intended use

The SpecialNeeds Feeder is intended to feed breast milk and other liquids of similar consistency to infants.

Indications for use
The SpecialNeeds Feeder is indicated for use for infants with:

A weak condition such as low muscle tone;
Neurologic, cardiac or respiratory disorders resulting in difficulties in coordinating sucking, swallowing and breathing;
Oral-facial anomalies such as cleft lip/palate or strong tongue tie;
Pierre Robin Syndrome or Down Syndrome.

Important safety information

For the infant’s child’s safety and health – WARNING!

Only use this product with adult supervision.
Do not warm liquid in a microwave oven as this may cause uneven heating and could scald the infant.
Use the product only for its intended use as described in the instructions for use.
Use by more than one infant without adequate reprocessing may present a health risk and could cause cross-contamination.
Use Medela’s original accessories only.
Inspect before each use. Throw away at the first signs of damage, mould or weakness.
Never leave packaging and components unattended. Keep them out of reach of children.

Important safeguards

Plastic bottles and parts become brittle when frozen and may break when dropped.
Also, bottles and parts may become damaged if mishandled, e.g. dropped, over-tightened, or knocked over.
Take appropriate care in handling bottles and components.
Don’t use the liquid if bottles or components become damaged.

Cleaning

Important

Only use drinking-quality water for cleaning.
Reprocess all parts before first use (see below).
Clean all parts immediately after use.
The cleaning instructions below are general. For country-specific regulations and guidelines, ask your Medela agent or visit our website (www.medela.com).

Before first use and once a day

Cover all parts with water and boil for five minutes.
Leave to dry on a clean cloth.

After each use

Disassemble the feeder into its parts. Make sure to separate the yellow valve plate from the teat. Also, separate the white membrane from the valve plate.
Note: You can re-use the milk that is left in the bottle.
However, you must throw away the milk left in the teat.
Therefore, hold the feeder above the sink. Carefully unscrew the lid and remove it together with the teat and valve plate, so as not to spill milk. Discard the leftover milk from the teat.
Rinse all parts with cold water (approx. 68 °F/20 °C). Clean all parts with plenty of warm, soapy water (approx.
86 °F/30 °C). Use a commercially available washing-up liquid, preferably without artificial fragrances and colouring.
Rinse all parts with cold water (approx. 68 °F/20 °C).
Alternatively, clean the product in the dishwasher. Place the parts on the top rack or in the cutlery section. Use a commercially available dishwashing detergent.
Leave to dry on a clean cloth.

Storage
Put the clean parts in a clean storage bag or a clean environment. It is important that all residual moisture dries. Do not store parts in an airtight container/bag.

How to use

It is recommended that the mother performs her first feedings with the Special Needs Feeder under the supervision of a professional/trained staff.
Always check the temperature of the liquid before feeding.

Assembling the feeder

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Hold the valve plate with the high rim facing upwards. Place the white membrane onto the valve plate, inside the rim. Push the membrane’s knob completely through the central hole of the valve plate.
Fill the bottle with the required amount of liquid.
Place the assembled valve with the high rim upwards onto the bottle opening.
Place the teat on the valve plate, such that the rim is inside the teat.
Slide the lid over the teat. Screw all parts together with the lid.

Filling the teat

Hold the feeder upright. Squeeze some air out of the teat.
Keep squeezing while turning the feeder upside down.
Now release the teat. Some liquid will enter it.
Repeat the above steps until the teat is full.

Controlling the milk flow

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The SpecialNeeds Feeder offers the opportunity to adapt the liquid flow to your infant’s needs. Use the lines on the teat to set the liquid flow. The shortest line corresponds with zero flow, the middle line with a medium flow, and the largest line for maximum flow.
To select a flow rate, point to the corresponding line on the teat towards the infant’s nose (see the picture at the right). Choose zero flow (the shortest line) if the infant needs to get used to the teat before the feeding starts.

How does the flow rate control mechanism work?
The position of the teat/line in the infant’s mouth influences the opening of the slit valve on top of the teat:

zero flow = slit horizontal the pressure keeps the valve closed
medium flow = slit diagonal the valve is partly open for a moderate flow
maximum flow = slit vertical the pressure opens the valve for maximum flow

Note: The slit closes between sucks so that the baby will not be flooded.
Note: The feeder supports a sliding flow rate. To get any liquid flow in between zero and maximum, just choose the corresponding position in between the lines.

Material: Teat and membrane: silicone; rest: polypropylene.
Disposal: According to local regulations.

SYMBOLS

Keep away from sunlight (ISO 15223-1, Medical devices – Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer, Part 1: General requirements, Clause 5.3.2 Keep away from sunlight)
Indicates the manufacturer’s product number (ISO 15223-1, Medical devices – Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer, Part 1: General requirements, Clause 5.1.6 Catalogue number)
Indicates the manufacturer’s batch code or lot (ISO 15223-1, Medical devices – Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer, Part 1: General requirements, Clause 5.1.5 Batch code)
Indicates the date of manufacture (ISO 15223-1, Medical devices – Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer, Part 1: General requirements, Clause 5.1.3 Manufacturing Date)
Indicates the manufacturer (ISO 15223-1, Medical devices – Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer, Part 1: General requirements, Clause 5.1.1 Manufacturer)
Identifies a medical device (ISO 15223-1, Medical devices – Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer, Part 1: General requirements, Clause 5.7.7 Medical device)
Fragile (ISO 15223-1, Medical devices – Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer, Part 1: General requirements, Clause 5.3.1, Fragile, handle with care)
Indicates the material from which an item is made.*
Keep dry (ISO 15223-1, Medical devices – Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer, Part 1: General requirements, Clause 5.3.4, Keep away from rain)
Indicates the number of products included in the package.*
Consult the instructions for use (ISO 15223-1, Medical devices – Symbols to be used with information to be supplied by the manufacturer, Part 1: General requirements, Clause 5.4.3 Consult instructions for use)
Indicates that an item can technically be recycled (ISO 7000-1135)