Tommee Tippee closer to nature Breast Pump #0522664 Manual

closer to nature® manual breast pump

Please read and retain this important information for future reference.
The intended use of the Tommee Tippee Manual Breast Pump is to express milk from the breast of lactating women.
Researched and developed by specialists and breastfeeding experts to express milk for storage and later use.

PARTS GUIDE

(see diagram A)

How to put together your Tommee Tippee® breast pump

A. Handle
B. Pump body
C. Bottle neck adaptor
D. Bottle
E. Valve (spare included)
F. Cup with massage ripples
G. Concertina
H. Soft collar

BEFORE USE ENSURE THE BREAST PUMP HAS BEEN DISASSEMBLED, WASHED AND STERILIZED.

WARNING! Keep this Breast Pump away from children. Your child may choke on small parts.

DISASSEMBLING THE MANUAL BREAST PUMP

1. Unscrew bottle from bottle neck adaptor.
2. Unscrew bottle neck adaptor from pump body.
3. Pull off valve.
4. Unclip handle and pull to the side for cleaning. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL TO TAKE THE ASSEMBLED HANDLE APART.

CLEANING, STERILIZING AND MAINTENANCE OF THE MANUAL BREAST PUMP

• Wash in warm soapy water and rinse in clean water or use a dishwasher. Do not clean with solvents or harsh chemicals.
• Do not allow product to come into contact with oil based foods (e.g. oil/ tomato based sauces) as staining will occur.
• Suitable for all forms of sterilization. Follow the sterilizer manufacturer’s instructions. If using the Steri-Box follow instructions in section “Using the Sterilizer Box”.
• The handle must not be sterilized. It is essential to remove the handle before sterilizing (see diagram A).

Routine maintenance includes cleaning as specified.

No other servicing is required.

ASSEMBLING THE MANUAL BREAST PUMP

1. Ensure all parts of breast pump have been washed and sterilized.
2. Wash your hands thoroughly before handling the pump.
3. Push and click handle into place.
4. It is possible for the valve to seal closed during storage & cleaning. Before each use remember to clean & squeeze the valve to open.”
5. Push valve into place at the bottom of the pump body.
6. Attach the bottle neck adaptor to the bottle.

QUICK START GUIDE

USING THE MANUAL BREAST PUMP

1. Wash your hands before touching the breast pump or your breasts and avoid touching inside the breast pump or the milk protection pod.
2. Find a comfortable chair where you can relax.
3. Hold the pump in whichever hand is most comfortable. Press the cup firmly against your breast so that it creates a seal all the way round. IF AIR CAN GET IN THERE WILL BE NO SUCTION.
4. Gently squeeze the handle and you will feel the suction. Release the handle and allow it to return to its resting position. Releasing the handle opens the valve so that the milk can flow into the bottle. Try to imitate the rhythm of your baby as he sucks. You won’t need to squeeze hard – just as much as is comfortable. When you first start expressing milk, use the pump for only 3-5 minutes on each breast. Over time you will be able to build up to 10-15 minutes on each breast.
5. You can help stimulate your milk flow by gently stroking your breast.
6. Your milk will start to be released in drops and will gradually build up to a stream. First you will release your “fore” milk, a thin yellowish liquid. This will be followed by your “hind” milk which resembles skimmed milk. Don’t worry that it looks thin and watery – both fore and hind milk are ideal for your baby and rich in nutrients.
7. The amount of milk you express and the time it takes will vary – don’t worry, this is normal. Usually you will express 2-4 oz at a time, and it may take up to 30 minutes to drain full breasts. The first few times you express, the quantity may be less than this.
8. After use, take the pump apart and wash it to remove milk deposits. You do not need to sterilize your pump until you are ready to use it again.
9. Cover and store the expressed milk for later use.

FOR HYGIENE REASONS THIS PRODUCT CANNOT BE RETURNED ONCE OPENED UNLESS FAULTY.

HELPFUL ADVICE

• The best time to use your breast pump is after the first feed of the day (unless otherwise advised by your breastfeeding advisor)
• Be comfortable and relax, e.g. watch the TV or have your favourite music playing.
• Remember you are only trying to express milk from just behind the nipple – strong suction is not necessary.
• If water gets inside the concertina part during sterilization, simply lift the handle slightly and pour out the water. If the concertina comes away from the soft collar, just push it back into place.
• There should be no pain using your breast pump. If you feel pain, try using the pump more gently. Then examine your breasts. If there are any red or hot areas contact your breastfeeding advisor as soon as possible.
• Do not continue to use the pump once your milk has stopped flowing.
• Wash all breastfeeding equipment after use and before sterilization.

THE CLOSER TO NATURE® MANUAL BREAST PUMP CAN ONLY BE USED WITH TOMMEE TIPPEE® CLOSER TO NATURE® BOTTLES.

USING THE STERI BOX

The Sterilizing box has been specifically designed to microwave steam sterilize all of your breastfeeding equipment quickly and efficiently. To use:

1. Pour 3.5fl.oz/100ml of water into steri box.

2. Load upturned bottle, disassembled breast pump and any accessories.

3. Securely fit box lid.

4. Open valve, on lid of box.

5. Place sterilizer box in microwave.

6. Follow instructions according to microwave output.
   

7. CAUTION: To avoid risk of burning, always ensure box is cool to touch before lifting out.

8. Immediately fit valve on lid to make box airtight and sterile.

closer to nature ® bottle & nipple

Before using your closer to nature bottles or nipples, please ensure that you read these instructions thoroughly.

Please keep this instruction sheet for future reference as it includes important information.

FOR YOUR CHILD’S SAFETY AND HEALTH

WARNING!

Always use this product with adult supervision. Do not leave baby alone with drinking equipment due to the risk of choking, baby falling or if the product has disassembled.

Never use feeding nipples as a pacifier.

Continuous and prolonged sucking of fluids will cause tooth decay.

Tooth decay in young children can occur even when non-sweetened fluids are used. This can occur if the baby is allowed to use the bottle for long periods through the day and particularly through the night, when saliva flow is reduced or if it is used as a pacifier. Always check food temperature before feeding. Do not heat in a microwave.

Always stir heated food to ensure even heat distribution and test the temperature before serving. For your child’s safety – Always check food temperature before feeding by testing on a sensitive part of your skin.

For example on the inside of your wrist. When making up a feed follow the formula milk manufacturer’s instructions and allow the freshly boiled water to cool before pouring it into the bottle.

CLEANING

• Before first use, clean the product.
• Clean before each use.
• Always was the product immediately after use.
• Wash in hot soapy water and rinse in clean water or use a sterilizer after washing.
• Do not clean with solvents or harsh chemicals.
• Top rack dishwasher safe.
• Do not allow product to come into contact with oil based foods (e.g. oil/tomato based sauces) as staining will occur.
• Do not turn the nipple inside out for cleaning. Damage could result.
• Do not use a bottle brush. Only the nipple and spout cleaner of the closer nature Bottle & Nipple Brush is suitable.

TAKE EXTRA CARE WHEN CLEANING THE SENSITIVE ANTI-COLIC NIPPLE VALVE.

In order to ensure optimum venting the nipple valve is manufactured using a thinner silicone than the nipple itself and therefore care needs to be taken during cleaning to ensure no damage is caused. Do not use a bottle brush or any other implement to clean the anti-colic valve as this may split and damage it.

However, performance of the nipple may be affected if the anti-colic valve is not cleaned thoroughly after each use. Ensure valve is flushed with warm water during cleaning.

STERILIZING

• After each use disassemble all parts of the bottle.
• Wash thoroughly with hot soapy water.
• Rinse all components using fresh water.
• After rinsing, re-assemble the nipple and screw ring.
• Place all components including the nipple and screw ring assembly in the sterilizer. The closer to nature microwave or electric sterilizer are suitable. After sterilization the nipple can then be picked up using the screw ring as normal.

ASSEMBLY OF YOUR NIPPLE AND SCREW RING

• Due to the larger size of Tommee Tippee’s nipple and screw ring, care needs to be taken during assembly to ensure that the nipple is in the correct position (shown below).
• The best method of assembly of the nipple and screw ring is to carefully pull the nipple through the ring in different diretions to ensure the silicone lip fully clips’ over the edge of the screw ring. The area where the nipple and screw ring meet should be flush.

STORAGE AND USE

Inspect before each use and pull the feeding nipple in all directions. Throw away at the first signs of damage or weakness.

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

Do not store with or allow to come into contact with solvents or harsh chemicals.

Not suitable for use in a grill or a microwave oven with the grill feature switched on.

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

For safety and hygiene reasons it is recommended the feeding nipple is replaced at least every 2 months.

Do not heat in a microwave.

USING THE BREAST MILK PROTECTION PODS

For use with the Tommee Tippee® closer to nature® breast pumps

HOW TO USE

1. Ensure pod is clean and sterilized.
2. Place pod inside of bottle.
3. Screw bottle onto bottle neck adaptor and continue to follow assembly of breast pump instructions.
4. When the breast pump is fully assembled and in usage, the pod will hold up to 2oz.
5. Once you have expressed 2oz stop pumping, place lid on storage pod and remove from bottle.
6. Store pod in either the fridge or freezer. See storage guide below.
7. If you want to continue expressing, either insert another clean and sterilised pod or express directly into the bottle of the breast pump.
8. Thaw frozen milk placing the pod into the bottle filled with warm water.

QUICK START GUIDE

STORAGE OF BREAST MILK

1. Refrigerate expressed milk immediately. If you express more than once a day, you can add the amounts so long as you put it back in the refrigerator each time.
2. Store milk in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, or in the freezer for 3 months,
3. You will notice that stored milk separates out into layers. Shake to remix thoroughly before feeding.
4. When freezing milk, allow space at the top of the bottle for expansion. It is easiest to freeze milk in individual feed quantities of 2-4ozs.
5. Thaw frozen milk in the refrigerator or by standing the bottle in lukewarm water until it has reached body temperature.
6. If you want to take expressed milk with you when you are out, make sure it stays cold or frozen until needed.
   

USING MILK PROTECTION PODS AS A SIPPY CUP

1. If milk has been chilled, remove lid and place in warm water to heat to temperature required. Always check food temperature before feeding. Sit baby upright.
2. Hold cup up to baby’s mouth and gently tip to allow baby to sip from cup.

For your child’s safety and health.
WARNING!
Always use this product with adult supervision. Accidents have occurred when babies have been left alone with drinking equipment due to the baby falling or if the product has disassembled.
Always check food temperature before feeding. Heating in a microwave oven may produce localised high temperatures. Take extra care when microwave heating. Always stir heated food to ensure even heat distribution and test the temperature before serving.

CLEANING AND STERILIZING

• Before first use, clean the product.
• Clean before each use.
• Always wash the product immediately after use.
• Wash in warm soapy water and rinse in clean water or use a dishwasher. Do not clean with solvents or harsh chemicals.
• Do not allow product to come into contact with oil based foods (e.g. oil/tomato based sauces) as staining will occur.
• Suitable for all forms of sterilization.

STORAGE AND USE

• Inspect before each use. Throw away at the first signs of damage or weakness.
• Do not store or leave in direct sunlight or near a source of heat.
• Do not store with or allow to come into contact with solvents or harsh chemicals.
• Not suitable for use in a conventional oven or a combination microwave oven with the grill feature switched on.
• Keep all components not in use out of reach of children.

THE HANDLE MUST NOT BE STERILIZED. IT IS ESSENTIAL TO REMOVE THE HANDLE BEFORE STERILIZING.

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