6. Tubing Care
Supplies needed:
• Mild dish soap
• Clean dish cloth
• Clean wash basin
• Drinking quality water
• Damp (not wet cloth)
Parts needed:
• Tubing
• Symphony
pump
®
• Membrane cap
• Protective membrane
Note
• Tubing should be washed if milk
is present or tubing is soiled.
• Cleaning tubing is not necessary
if condensation present is
from previous washings or
atmospheric conditions.
Warning
Breastpump kits are a personal
care item intended for use by a
single user only and should not be
shared between users.
Do not immerse the pump in
water. Do not run water over
the pump.
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6A. Tubing care
• Inspect tubing after each pumping session.
Caution
• Do not store wet or damp parts as mold may
develop.
• Inspect the tubing for condensation or milk
after each use. Wash or replace the tubing
immediately after use if soiled or milk is observed
in the tubing.
• If tubing becomes moldy, discontinue use and
replace tubing. Replacement parts can be
purchased at www.ShopMedela.com.
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Remove, tubing, protective
membrane, and membrane cap.
Clean protective membrane and
membrane cap by following
steps in section 4.