Instructions for Use Thank you for choosing Elvie. We’re pumped you’re here. It’s our mission to create products that improve women’s lives, so we hope Elvie Stride makes a difference to yours.
Contents Languages English 1 1. Parts 3 1.1 Product description 1.2 Controls 2. Intended use 5 3. Safety 5 4. Getting ready 4.1 Charging 4.2 Taking Elvie Stride apart 4.3 Cleaning 4.4 Breast Shield sizing 4.5 Assembling Elvie Stride 4.6 Single-side pumping 10 5. Using Elvie Stride 19 5.1 Turning on Elvie Stride 5.2 Aligning your nipple 5.3 Finding the right in-bra fit 5.4 Starting your session 5.5 Modes and intensity settings 5.6 Automatic functions 5.7 Ending your session 5.
Getting started 1. Parts 1. Charge the Elvie Stride Hub Plug in the Hub for five minutes to wake it up before first use. Please note, Elvie Stride does not turn on while it is charging. For more details, please read the Charging section of this booklet. 1.1 Product description 2.
Charging Port 2. Intended use Cap Seal Hub Cap Indications for use The Elvie Stride is a breast pump to be used by lactating women to express and collect milk from their breast. The Elvie Stride is intended for a single user. Operating life Cover Charging Cable Clip Short Tube (for the Cups) Hub Connector Tube Splitter Tube Splitter Stopper Long Tube (for the Hub) 1.
• • • • • • • • 6 Never operate an Elvie Stride if it has been damaged, is not working properly, or has been dropped into water. If damage is found, immediately discontinue use. In case of damage or wear, please replace parts If the package appears damaged or tampered with before use, do not use and contact our Customer Care team Do not submerge the Cap in water.
• • • • • • • • Only use Elvie Stride for its intended use as described in this manual Do not use Elvie Stride while sleeping or overly drowsy Always break the seal around your nipple before removing Elvie Stride from your breast Do not wear Elvie Stride when not pumping Elvie Stride and its components are not heat resistant. Keep away from heat sources Elvie Stride uses Bluetooth technology. Please follow airline rules for the use of portable electronic devices when flying.
4. Getting ready 4.2 Taking Elvie Stride apart To get the most from your pump, it’s really important to set it up properly. This guide will show you how to assemble your pump and how to customize it to fit your body. 1. Remove the Cap. The Hub, Tubes and Cap must be placed on a dry surface and kept away from water Finger Grip 4.1 Charging Plug in the Hub for five minutes to wake it up before first use. The Hub will not turn on while it is charging.
4.3 Cleaning The Hub, Cap, Tubes, Tube Splitter, Cover and Clip are non-washable components and should be kept dry. They must not be microwaved. They can be wiped clean with a damp cloth, but should not be submerged in water. If the tubes are moldy, discard and replace immediately. Before first use Elvie Stride is not provided sterile. It must be cleaned and sanitized before first use. Always disassemble the components before cleaning or sanitizing.
Sanitizing (before first use and subsequently once daily) Nipple Tunnel 1. Sanitize parts in boiling water for five minutes OR Suitable for microwave, steam or cold water sanitization. We do not recommend microwave or steam sanitizing for more than five minutes.* *Always Elvie Stride Breast Shield refer to the manufacturer’s instructions Drying Place parts on a clean surface and air dry completely before assembly. 4.4 Breast Shield sizing Elvie Stride comes with two (24 mm) Breast Shields.
4.5 Assembling Elvie Stride 4. Wash hands thoroughly before you begin. Once the parts have been cleaned and sanitized, make sure they are dry and not moldy before putting them together. Pay extra attention to the Diaphragm and ensure it is completely dry. 1. Use your fingers to work the Diaphragm rim over the Breast Shield lip. Take a moment to check the Diaphragm is sitting flush and is on securely Breast Shield lip Diaphragm rim Attach the Cover and Clip.
7. Rotate the Cap when it’s in place for the most discreet fit 5. Using Elvie Stride To help you to get the best performance from your pump, this section will guide you through a pumping session. 5.1 Turning on Elvie Stride 8. Check your nipple alignment through the open Pour Hole. Close the Pour Hole using the Stopper Pour Hole Once fully assembled, press Power to turn the Hub on. The Intensity Lights will begin to flash and will show the intensity setting that Stimulation mode will start on.
2. Bend forwards and hold your breast from underneath. Bring the Cup to your breast, paying attention to the direction of your nipple. You can use the markings on the Breast Shield to help align your nipple 5.4 Starting your session Once the Hub is turned on and the Cups are positioned in your bra, press Play/Pause to start pumping. If you need to pause pumping for any reason, press Play/Pause again. 5.5 Modes and intensity settings Modes 3.
Intensity settings 5.7 Ending your session Elvie Stride has ten intensity settings in Stimulation mode and ten intensity settings in Expression mode. This means you can adjust the pump to find a setting that feels comfortable and works efficiently in both Stimulation and Expression modes. Once you can feel the suction on your nipples, use and to adjust the intensity to find your preferred setting in both modes. The Intensity Lights will illuminate to show your chosen setting. 1.
5.8 Storing your milk 6. Troubleshooting • Alerts and warnings • • Do not store your milk in the Cup. Pour your milk into a sealed container of your choice. Before storage, label with date and time, and immediately place in a fridge, freezer, or cooler bag with ice packs While you are preparing to pour your milk the Cup can be laid flat on a dry surface with the Nipple Tunnel pointing up For information on storing your breast milk, refer to https://www.cdc.
7. Warranty 8. Product specifications Elvie Stride Limited Warranty for the United States Technical specifications At Chiaro Technology Limited (“Chiaro”), we stand behind the Elvie Stride. The Elvie Stride is backed by a limited manufacturer’s warranty against any defects in materials and/or workmanship for a period of two (2) years for the Hub and ninety (90) days for all other components. These warranty periods shall run from the date of original purchase.
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Advice This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic immunity The Elvie Stride breast pump product is suitable for use in a specific electromagnetic environment outlined below. The user of this product should assure that it is used in such an environment.
WARNING: Portable RF communications equipment (including peripherals such as antenna cables and external antennas) should be used no closer than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of Elvie Stride including cables specified by the manufacturer. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this equipment could result Band (MHz) Service Modulation Max Power (W) Distance (m) Immunity Test Level (V/m) 380390 TETRA 400 Pulse 1.8 0.3 27 430470 GMRS 560, FRS 460 FM 2 0.
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