Troubleshooting; Supplemental Information - Medela symphony Manual De Instrucciones

4. Troubleshooting

Low or No Yellow Valve Head and White Membrane Check
Suction
• Remove and separate yellow valve head from white membrane
• Inspect the yellow valve head for chips or cracks� Inspect
the white membrane for holes or tears� If flawed or damaged
replace valve and/or white membrane prior to pumping
• Wash yellow valve head and white membrane per Cleaning
instructions in section 2�
• Reassemble� Make sure the white membrane lays flat on the
yellow valve head, and if it does not, replace the yellow valve
head and/or white membrane prior to pumping
Breast shield and Breast shield
Connector Check
• Inspect breast shield and breast shield connector to make sure
there are no cracks and they securely attach to each other
Other Checks
Inspect the following to check for damage and secure connections�
• Tubing adapter to breast shield connector
• Inspect Symphony membranes� If membranes appear
to be worn or have a tear they need to be replaced
(Article # 8200094)�
• Test vacuum� If suction is not improved, contact Medela
Customer Service at
1-800-435-8316�
Harmony
• Make sure the stem assembly on the pump handle is seated all
Check the way into the pump body until it will go no farther� Make sure
the white o-ring is in place in the stem handle�
• Make sure the oval base of the stem is properly seated in the
oval base of the diaphragm�
• Finally, make sure the diaphragm is pushed all the way onto the
circular rim on the underside of the handle�
• If pump handle does not release smoothly or sticks, check
diaphragm assembly to correct� (Refer to step 6 of the Harmony
Kit Assembly Instructions on page 9�)
Condensation
• Refer to "Tubing cleaning" section 2�4�
or milk in
tubing
No "let-down" • Ensure your breast pump kit is assembled correctly and that
or breast milk
there is suction�
expression
• Relax and take a 10-15 minute break if let down is not achieved
after 2 consecutive pumping sessions�
• Consult with your healthcare provider or breastfeeding specialist
if expression does not occur�
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5. Supplemental Information

Following are some common breastfeeding related conditions�
If you experience any of these symptoms, contact a healthcare
professional or breastfeeding specialist�
Symptom
Engorgement Breasts are hard
and uncomfortable,
possibly with reddened
areas�
Area of breast will look
Blocked/
Plugged Ducts reddened and may be
tender to touch�
Mastitis It often follows on from
engorgement but can
just occur suddenly�
The initial symptoms
are similar to flu –
fatigue, headache and
muscle aches, fever
and localized breast
tenderness� It can be
in one or even both
breasts and needs
immediate treatment�
A Healthcare Professional or Breastfeeding Specialist can give you
guidance in breastfeeding your baby and using a breast pump� Their
guidance is valuable in terms of the lifetime of health benefits for both
you and your baby� A listing of Lactation Professionals are available at
www�medelalocator�com or call 1-800-TELL-YOU (1-800-835-5968)�
If assistance is still needed after reviewing this booklet, please call Medela
Customer Service at (800) 435-8316 or (815) 363-1166.
Substitutions may occur depending on product availability.
Potential Causes
Milk not draining properly
from breast� Milk can
drain back into the tissue
causing areas to swell
and become tender�
Milk not being drained
from a specific duct� The
area becomes 'clogged'
up and milk is then
prevented from flowing�
A bacterial infection in
the breast tissue which
is often accompanied by
cracked nipples�
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