pigeon SLA70015 Breast Pump Instruction Manual

pigeon SLA70015 Breast Pump

Three things to remember when using the breast pump

To use the breast pump effectively, check the following:

1. Make sure that your nipple/papilla is in the center of the flange.
2. Ensure that there is a tight seal between your breast and the flange to prevent the occurrence of air leaks.
3. Confirm that you can feel a suction sensation on your nipple/papilla. (The nipple/papilla/areola moves smoothly during suction.)

Breastmilk may not secrete as soon as you start expressing. Use a weak suction pressure to stimulate your nipple/papilla until ejection begins.
Breastmilk ejection varies from woman to woman. Relax, and you will be an expert in no time.

Breast pump parts

1. Comfort ProperFit™ flange
2.  Flange
3. Silicone valve
   • Two spare silicone valves are included.
4. Main body
5. Diaphragm
6. Stem
7.  Handle
8. Bottle
9.  Bottle stand
10. Hood
11. Nipple (SS size)
12. Cap
13. Sealing disk

Precautions for use

PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE USING THE PUMP
The following symbols indicate incorrect handling that can result in injuries or damage.

Warning
Indicates incorrect handling that can cause major injury or death.

Caution
Indicates incorrect handling that can cause injury or property damage.

Instruction
Indicates steps that must be taken.

Prohibited
Indicates actions that are prohibited.

Warning
Keep out of reach of children.
There is a risk that infants could accidentally swallow parts or injure themselves.

Caution

• Do not use excessively or for continued suction. Doing so may cause nipple pain.
• Stop using the breast pump if your nipples are sore. Continued use may cause your symptoms to worsen.
• Only use the breast pump for the intended purpose. Using it for other purposes may result in injury.
• Do not wipe with thinners, benzine, or alcohol. Doing so will cause deformities and damage.
• Do not use detergents that contain abrasives. Doing so will cause scratches to the product.
• If you are experiencing pain in your fingers or hands from operating the handle, stop using the pump. Continued use under such conditions may cause tenosynovitis.
• Do not leave it near an open flame. Doing so will cause deformities and damage.
• Do not expose the pump to severe shocks such as dropping or throwing. Doing so may cause malfunction or damage.
• Do not express more than 160 ml of liquid into the bottle. The expressed breastmilk may overflow.
• Prior to using the pump, check to make sure there are no abnormalities such as scratches, breaks, cracks, or deformities.
• Clean your hands before expressing.

How to assemble

Caution

• Prior to using for the first time, disassemble the pump and wash and sterilize the parts.
• Clean your hands before assembling.
• This pump can be disassembled into small parts.
• Do not let children put any parts in their mouth and do not lose any parts during assembly.
• Do not handle silicone rubber parts roughly. Doing so will cause tears or scratches.
• Always assemble the pump in the correct order.

1. Insert the stem into the diaphragm.

2. Place the diaphragm on top of the main body. Firmly seat the bottom
   of the diaphragm in the groove of the main body. If not fitted securely, air will leak through and the pump will not be able to achieve suction.

3. Hold the base of the silicone valve and attach it to the main body.

4. Screw the main body onto the bottle.

5. Align the shaft of the main body with the groove in the handle.

6. Gently press the handle down to fit it onto the shaft. Push until you hear it click.

7. Press the “PUSH” part at the tip of the handle to set the handle hole into the first (top) notch of the stem.

8. Attach the Comfort ProperFit™ flange cover to the flange.

9. Attach the flange to the main body.

10. Press the bottle into the bottle stand.

How to use

Caution

• If you are unable to express any breastmilk, do not continue pumping. Doing so may cause nipple pain.
• Stop expressing if you are experiencing pain or discomfort.
• Stop using the pump if you are experiencing pain in your fingers or hands. Continued use under such conditions may cause tenosynovitis.
• Take care not to knock over a bottle containing breastmilk because the contents may spill.

1. Wash your hands before use.
2. Wash and sterilize the breast pump first and then assemble it properly.
3. Sit and relax in a chair to begin expressing.
4. Center the flange over your nipple/papilla and press it against your breast. Seal it securely so that no air can escape. You can create a good seal by using your other hand to support your breast from underneath.

• If your nipple is unable to fit within the Comfort ProperFit™ flange without rubbing, you may need  the larger size (sold separately).

  1. Stimulation mode
     You can create gentle suction stimulation for preparing expression by setting the handle in the first (top) notch of the stem. Confirm that your nipple/papilla is moving and squeeze and release the handle until you find your preferred pace

  2. Expression mode
     Once breastmilk is flowing (1-2 minutes) change to Expression mode. To switch to Expression mode, gently press the “PUSH” part at the tip of the handle to set the handle to the second (bottom) notch of the stem. Continue to squeeze and release the handle to find the appropriate suction pressure.

  3. If the suction pressure feels weak when expressing your breastmilk, squeeze the handle all the way. The suction pressure changes based on how hard you squeeze the handle. Expressing in comfort is more important than setting a strong suction pressure. Please express breastmilk at a suction pressure that feels appropriate for you.

To return to Stimulation mode from Expression mode,

1. Pull the tip of the stem towards you,
2. gently squeeze the handle, and set it in the first (top) notch.

• If too much breastmilk comes out during Expression mode, it may overflow to the diaphragm side. Release the handle before the breastmilk overflows.

How to take care

Caution
Always disassemble the parts before washing and sterilizing.

• Wash and sterilize the pump before using it for the first time.
• Soak the pump in lukewarm water and wash them by using a detergent such as “Pigeon Liquid Cleanser” after use. Please make sure to rinse thoroughly after washing.
• Sterilize the parts after washing.
• Be careful not to lose small parts when washing the pump parts.
• Use a soft sponge brush for washing.
• Do not handle silicone rubber parts roughly. Doing so will cause tears or scratches.
• Do not clean with a scourer, polishing powder, or hard brush. Doing so will scratch the surface.

Caring for the included nipple

• To protect the ventilation valve, a white powdered food additive has been applied. Before using for the first time, wash thoroughly.
• Use both hands to clean the ventilation valve, vent, and nipple hole by rubbing gently. If you scrub or pull on it too hard, the valve may split, and it causes leaks.
• The tip of the nipple is extremely delicate. Push the tip of the nipple with your finger when washing with a cleaning brush.

[Boiling sterilization]

• Place thoroughly washed parts in a large pot filled with water. Bring to a boil. Sterilization time is 5 minutes after the water comes to a boil.

• If there is not enough water, parts may stick to the side of the pot and become
  deformed.

•  Do not boil excessively. Doing so can quickly damage the product.

[Steam sterilization]

Use a sterilizer designed specifically for nursing bottles and nipples. Please read and follow the instructions that come with the product.

[Chemical sterilization]

• Use a disinfectant designed specifically for nursing bottles and nipples. Please read and follow the instructions that come with the disinfectant.
• The color of printing on the bottle may fade in case of chemical sterilization.

[Microwave sterilization]

• Be sure to use containers that are designed specifically for microwave sterilizing.
• Parts cannot be placed directly in the microwave for sterilization. Follow the sterilizing instructions that come with the product. Follow the instructions that come with your microwave.

How to store expressed breastmilk

Storage period
(The following are merely guidelines and do not provide any assurance of quality.)

(usable)
Thawed breastmilk (Thawed in refrigerator or under running water)| 24 hours*| Do not refreeze.

• If thawed by immersing in warm water, do not place back in the refrigerator.

How to thaw frozen breastmilk

• Thaw breastmilk using one of the following methods.
• Immerse in warm water at around 40°C.
• Place in the refrigerator. *For up to 24 hours after taken out of the freezer
• Place under running water.

How to warm to a suitable temperature for breastfeeding

• Immerse in warm water at around 40°C.
• Breastmilk may separate during storage. This is normal and does not affect its nutritional content. Swirl gently before feeding.
• When going out, it is recommended that you transport the breastmilk in a frozen state (without thawing it).

Caution

• Do not thaw by immersing in boiling water, or by heating in the microwave or over an open flame. The nutritional content of the breastmilk may be damaged.
• As it may not remain sanitary, do not let breastmilk thaw at room temperature.
• Keep out of the reach of children.

About the included nursing bottle and nipple

This nipple can only be used with Pigeon SofTouch™ Peristaltic PLUS™ Nursing Bottle.

Note: If your baby becomes comfortable with one certain nipple, he or she may reject new ones. So rotate 2 or more nipples and replace them about every 2 months. If the nipples become worn out, replace them without regard to how many times they have been used.

Warning

For your child’s safety and health

• Always use this product with adult supervision.
  Never use nipples as a soother.

• Continuous and prolonged sucking of fluids will cause tooth decay.

• Always check food temperature before feeding.

• Keep all components not in use out of the reach of children.

• Inspect before each use and pull the nipple in all directions. The nipples may be worn by biting. Special attention is needed for teething child. Throw away at the first signs of damage or weakness.

• Clean before each use.

• Do not leave a nipple in direct sunlight or heat, or leave in disinfectant (“sterilizing solution”) for longer than recommended, as this may weaken the nipple.

• When not in use, keep in a dry, covered container.

Follow the warnings below carefully. Not doing so can cause burns.

• The bottle may become hot when preparing formula. Be careful not to burn yourself.
• Do not prepare formula near your baby, as there is a danger of burns.
• Be sure to check the temperature of the milk or other fluid before feeding.
• The bottle may be hot after boiling or microwave sterilization. Be careful not to burn yourself.
• When preparing formula, if you shake the upright bottle, hot liquid may gush out, causing burns. Handle the bottle carefully.
• Do not attach the hood and shake the bottle. If the hood is attached, the high temperatures may cause the pressure inside the bottle to rise, leading to leaks or spouting of the hot liquid.

1. Nursing bottles are for feeding your baby milk or other drink. Do not use them for any other purpose.
2. The scale on the nursing bottle can be used as a guide when preparing formula. If you need to be more precise, use a measuring cup or measuring spoon.

Formula
See the milk powder package for details on how to prepare formula.
Feeding
Feed your baby the formula after cooling it to approximately body temperature.

• Only a caregiver should feed the baby.
• If you tighten the cap too hard, the nipple may collapse.
• Consume the formula immediately once prepared. Discard any formula if you don’t use within 2 hours of preparation.

*How to assemble nipple and cap Insert the nipple into top of the cap.**

Quality indication

Parts name| Material| Heat resistance| Sterilization method
---|---|---|---
Flange / Stem / Main body / Hood / Cap / Bottle stand / Handle| ****

Polypropylene

| ****

120°C

| ****

Boiling, Steam, Microwave, Chemical

Bottle| Polypropylene| 110°C
Comfort ProperFitTM flange / Diaphragm / Silicone valve / Nipple / Sealing disk| ****

Silicone rubber

| ****

120°C

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References

• ba.pigeon.com.sg
• Pigeon Global

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