15. Disposal
Disposal of the device
At the end of its operating life, separate the parts of the device and dispose of according to
the following instructions.
Breast shields, connector, tubing and accessories
The parts are made of plastics that are not harmful to the environment when disposed of as
household waste. Recycle or dispose of according to local regulations.
Pump unit and power adaptor
Do not dispose of electric or electronic equipment together with unsorted
municipal waste, but collect it separately.
In the European Union the manufacturer or its vendor must take back
waste equipment. Other countries may have similar collection and
recycling systems. Dispose of the waste equipment according to local
regulations.
Inquire at the point of sale or contact your local authority for appropriate collection points for
waste equipment.
Through the Medela Recycles program, Medela LLC provides U.S.-based
customers the option to properly recycle their electric breast pump after
they've finished their breastfeeding journey. For information on how to
recycle your pump visit MedelaRecycles.com.
The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will
help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects
human health and the environment.
CAUTION
Hazardous materials present in electric/electronic equipment may harm human health and
the environment if the waste equipment is not disposed of properly.
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