operation manual

Problem Solution
The suction of the breast
pump is too strong.
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If possible, try a lower suction level. When you express for the first
time, start with the default suction level (level 5 in stimulation mode,
level 11 in expression mode) and increase/decrease the level when
needed. During different expression sessions, different levels may feel
most comfortable for you.
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Make sure that you only use the Philips Avent breast pump parts
provided
with this breast pump.
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Check if the silicone diaphragm is undamaged (does not have small
cracks, holes etc.).
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If the problem persists, contact the Consumer Care Center via
www.philips.com/support.
I express little/no milk
when I use my Philips
Avent breast pump.
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If you do not feel enough suction, please check Troubleshooting item
'I do not feel any suction/the suction level is too low'.
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If you are using the Philips Avent breast pump for the first time, you
may need to acquire some practice before you are able to express
any milk. More expressing tips can be found on the Philips Avent
website www.philips.com/avent.
Supplemental information
Below some common breastfeeding-related conditions are described. If you experience any of these
symptoms, contact a healthcare professional or breastfeeding specialist.
Common
breastfeeding-
related condition
Description
Pain sensation Pain felt on the breast or nipple, or felt as a response to the suction being
above a comfortable level.
Sore nipples Persistent pain in the nipples at the beginning of the pumping session, or
that lasts throughout the entire pumping session, or pain between sessions.
Engorgement Swelling of the breast. The breast may feel hard, lumpy and tender. May
include erythema (redness) of the breast area and fever. Usually occurs
during the first days of lactation.
Bruise, thrombus A reddish-purple discoloration that does not blanch when pressed. When a
bruise fades, it may become green and brown.
Injured tissue on nipple
(nipple trauma)
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Fissures or cracked nipples.
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Skin tissue peeling off the nipple. Normally occurs in combination with
cracked nipples and/or blisters.
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Nipple tear.
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Blister. Looks like small bubbles on the surface of the skin.
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Bleeding. Cracked or torn nipples can lead to bleeding of the affected
area.
Clogged mammary
ducts
A red, tender lump on the breast. May include erythema (redness) of the
breast
area. Can lead to mastitis (breast inflammation) and fever if left
untreated.
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