Troubleshooting Guide - Philips SCF302/01 User Manual

Troubleshooting Guide

° Check for any damaged pump parts and replace if necessary.
° Check that all the pump components have been assembled
correctly and that the white valve is positioned correctly.
° Ensure that the silicone diaphragm and Let-down Massage Cushion
are fitted securely to the pump body and that a perfect seal is created
Lack of, or no suction
around your breast.
° Make sure the Let-down Massage Cushion is pushed far enough
down the center of the funnel. Run your thumb on the flat
surface between each petal to ensure there are no air pockets.
° Make certain that the control handle is firmly in place.
° Ensure the pump is correctly assembled and that suction
is being created.
No milk being
expressed ° Relax and try again, as expression may improve after practice.
° Refer to the 'Preparing to Pump' section on page 8.
° You may be squeezing too hard.You do not need to use
all the suction the pump can generate.Try compressing
the handle halfway.
Pain in the breast
° Try squeezing the handle more gently and remember the 2-3 second
area when expressing
pumping rhythm (refer to 'Pumping with Your Electronic Breast Pump'
on page 13).
° Consult your health professional/breastfeeding advisor.
° Try leaning slightly forward so your milk flows easily down the pump funnel
and into the milk container (you can use cushions to support your back).
° Remove and re-fit the Let-down Massage Cushion to ensure it is
firmly attached and pushed far enough down the center of the funnel
Milk is drawn up the (This is easier if assembled while wet).
Let-down Massage
° Some women may prefer to use the pump without the Let-down
Cushion
Massage Cushion.The Let-down Massage Cushion has petals that
flex in and out to gently massage the area around the areola.This
is intended to help stimulate a fast, natural milk flow.When using
the breast pump without the Let-down Massage Cushion, the
maximum vacuum level achievable will be higher.
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° Avoid contact with antibacterial or abrasive detergents/cleaners as
they can damage the plastic. Combinations of detergents, cleaning
products, sterilizing solution, softened water and temperature
Cracking or
fluctuations may, under certain circumstances, cause the plastic to
discoloration
crack. If this occurs, do not use.The pump body and breast milk
of pump parts
containers are dishwasher safe but food colorings may discolor
them. Follow guidelines in 'Cleaning and Sanitizing Your Pump'
on page 7.
° Use the spare parts included with your Single Electronic Breast
Lost or damaged parts Pump or contact Philips AVENT for replacements. Call
1.800.54.AVENT or visit www.philips.com/AVENT
° Ensure the pump is correctly assembled and switched on
with the power indicator illuminated
° Make sure the cord between the electrical wall outlet
Pump not responding
or battery pack and the pump is correctly connected.
° If using the battery pack, use recommended batteries and
check they are inserted correctly.
° Pump light flashing
pump works properly in Manual Control Mode but does not replicate in
Automatic Mode, the handle rhythm may have been too fast for optimal
Pump light
milk expression.The machine is set not to follow. Push the control button
flashing RED
to return to Manual Control Mode and use a slower handle rhythm.
If this does not help and the power light still flashes
detected a vacuum fault. Disconnect the power and check the control
handle and diaphragm for obstruction or damage.
° Pump light flashing
the batteries.
° The pump must be switched off via the control button in order to
separate these parts. If the batteries go flat mid-pumping, you may
experience difficulty. Replace the batteries or connect the pump to an
electrical outlet.Turn the pump on by holding down the One-touch
Difficulties in separating
Memory Control until the light flashes
the control handle from
pump turn on (this can take up to 5 seconds).When the light turns to
the pump body
a solid GREEN, press and hold the One-touch Memory Control again,
to turn the pump off.The light will go out and you can now disconnect
the pump from the power supply and separate the parts (refer to
'Disassembling Your Electronic Pump' on page 6).
Need Help? Call us at 1.800.54.AVENT or visit www.philips.com/AVENT
Troubleshooting Guide
GREEN.
RED with delays (3 flashes, delay, 3 flashes etc.): If the
RED, the pump has
RED continuously: Low battery warning. Replace
ORANGE and you hear the
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