User Manual
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1. 8 Connecting to Your Equality Pump 9 Pumping with Freemie Equality Adjusting Your Pump And Sitting Upright 10 When You Are Interrupted 11 Disconnecting and Transferring Milk When You Are Done Pumping 12 Pouring Milk Into A Container 13 Cleaning 13 Caring for Your Freemie System Tubing Care 14 Troubleshooting Tips Breasts not emptying 15 Loss of Suction 15 Milk in tubing 15 Need to stop or break suction 15 Spare Parts amp Customer Service 16 Indications for use The Freemie Equality Manual Breast Pump and Hands free Concealable Collection System is intende2. Freemie Equality is a personal use item Do not use Freemie Equality in any situation that may be unsafe should you become drowsy or distracted during milk expression Do not use Freemie Equality for simultaneous breastfeeding and pumping with compromised infants without first consulting your healthcare or lactation professional Do not continue to use Freemie Equality if you experience pain or discomfort in the breast or nipple while pumping 2 Breast Funnel 2 25mm FG024 28mm FG025 32mm FG026 Valve Base 2 FG029 Two cup assemblies included with each Freemie Breast Pump Collection System Natural Shape Cup 2 FG027 Valve 3 FG030 Freemie Breast Pump Collection System Additional funnel sizes available at www Freemie com T Connector 2 Pressure Reducer 1 Freemie Tubing 4 24 PumpTubing 1 32 80cm FG023 Equality Connection Kit Parts included 3 MAX MIN Equality One hand pump included with the Equality Manual Pump set Pump Features Do not cover up hole when pumping Equality Manual Pump 4 Easy pull handle Suction Control Dial MAX MIN Equality Sanitize Parts Disassemble and clean Freemie prior to first use Some parts must be boiled initially Unsnap cup from funnel Pull valve base off funnel Remove valve from valve base Boil these parts for 10 minutes to sanitize Do NOT boil these parts Do not let parts s
3. 15 for additional tips if you experience pain in your breast or nipple even if you think the pump is not the source of the pain Stop pumping When you are interrupted 1 Stop pumping 2 Disconnect tubing at T connector or at pump See inset on right 3 Leave Freemie cups temporarily in your bra and maintain an upright position 4 When ready to resume pumping reconnect via tubing and continue to pump 12 When you are done pumping Disconnecting and Transferring Milk 1 Stop pumping 2 Leave Freemie in your bra and gently pull the tubing from the device 3 Carefully remove cups from your bra 4 Freemie cups may be set flat on a table until ready to transfer to a storage container Pull tubing from cup 5 When Freemie cups are full do not lay flat on back unless tubing is disconnected Milk in tubing Tubing removed Correct Incorrect Pouring milk into a container Pour quickly with Breast Funnel side up as pictured Fully disassemble and clean after each use Removal of tubing creates pour spout for transferring milk into storage containers Cleaning 1 Disassemble and wash all components that come into contact with breast milk cup breast funnel valve valve base 2 Handwashing in hot soapy water is recommended Rinse thoroughly Do not steam or boil tubing or valves as it will cause damage 3 Treat all parts with special care Avoid abrasives and excessive
4. Tubing Always make sure device is placed in bra with tubing and pour spout at the 12 o clock position see page 8 Avoid overfilling empty when full and remove immediately after pumping Avoid excessive movement while pumping and only use in an upright position see page 10 Never place full device on flat surface without first removing tubing see page 12 If milk gets in tubing see cleaning instructions Replace tubing if you are unable to clean completely Review your pump manual for pump cleaning instructions Need to Stop or Break Suction Suction can be broken by stopping the pump or by inserting a finger between the breast and the breast funnel Stop suction if you experience pain in your breast or nipple even if you think the pump is not the source of the pain Breast Not Emptying 15 For help with your Freemie product visit us at www freemie com Customer Service 916 339 7388 Monday Friday 9 00am 5 00pm PST Spare Parts amp Customer Service Freemie Breast Pump Collection System Part Part Name Picture FG024 25mm Breast Funnel Page 3 FG025 28mm Breast Funnel Page 3 FG026 32mm Breast Funnel Page 3 FG027 Natural Shape Cup Page 3 FG029 Valve Base Page 3 FG030 Valve Page 3 Freemie Equality Pump Connection Kit Part Part Name Picture FG023 Freemie Equality Pump Connection Kit Page 3 16 PO31 A AW040 A 10 22 13
5. container right after pumping Use when you must express milk discreetly and hands free underneath normal clothing Use Freemie only as often and only as long as you normally breastfeed your baby Consult a lactation professional if you have questions about your milk supply Use with a bra or manually hold in place Keep out of reach of infants and children Freemie Equality has small parts that can be a choking hazards Consult your lactation professional if you have questions about whether Freemie Equality is appropriate for you or to help determine the correct funnel size for you Do Do Not WARNING USE FREEMIE HANDS FREE CONCEALABLE COLLECTION SYSTEM ONLY WITH FREEMIE COMPATIBLE PUMPS USE WITH UNAPPROVED PUMPS MAY CAUSE INJURY TO YOU OR DAMAGE YOUR PUMP MISUSE MAY VOID WARRANTY Important Safety Instructions Do not bend forward or recline while using Freemie cups and avoid excessive movement This could cause leakage loss of suction and milk to flow into tubing Do not overfill Freemie cups as this may cause milk to flow into the tubing You may hear a faint bubbling sound as the Freemie cup is filling There is a risk of overfilling if you are hearing impaired or use Freemie Equality in a noisy environment Do not use Freemie Equality if you must watch your milk ejection reflex or manually massage your breasts while pumping to ensure that they are completely empty Do not share
6. IMPORTANT READ THIS MANUAL PRIOR TO USE User Manual Pump anytime anywhere around anyone This Freemie Equality Manual Breast Pump and Hands free Concealable Collection System is a single user reusable system that you may use throughout the first year of your baby s life and beyond This manual contains important information for the proper sanitization use and care of your Freemie Equality system Please visit our website www Freemie com for customer service and all your spare parts needs Hands free Concealable Freemie Breast Pump Collection System plus the Manual Breast Pump Compatible Equality Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions Do s and Don ts 2 Freemie Collection System Parts Included 3 Freemie Equality Manual Pump Pump Features 4 Preparing Freemie for First Use 5 Assembling Freemie Cups 6 Positioning within Your Bra The Perfect Bra Fit 7 The 12 O clock Position
7. d to be used for the purpose of expressing human milk This is a single user product Use by more than one person may present a health risk and void the warranty READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS pump efficiently Single or double pumping Freemie can be used for single or double pumping as desired pump and relax Home Simultaneously pump or passively collect milk while breastfeeding to catch and store every precious drop Work Pump discreetly at your work station without ever undressing Travel Travel with Freemie Equality to express milk on the go whenever a private place can t be found Important Notice If you have any concerns about your health or experience any pain while nursing or using any breast pump consult your health care or lactation professional immediately Dr Dao Dao Health and Freemie User Manual do not give medical or lactation advice or make diagnoses Not made with BPA DEHP or natural rubber latex Spill Guard Flat Base 8 Ounce Capacity Spill Guard Finger Grip Easy Pour Spout Comfortable Breast Funnel pump while bonding Freemie Equality can be used to pump milk while breastfeed ing Place baby on one breast and Freemie cup on the other pump the freemie way Use Freemie Hands free Concealable Collection System only with compatible pumps Keep Freemie Hands free Concealable Collection System in an upright position while pumping Transfer milk to a proper storage
8. get the best fit for you A sports bra works well for some women 2 Your bra must keep the Freemie cups in an upright position and not allow the device to slip around sag downward or tilt off to the side during use 3 Place Freemie inside your bra with the Breast Funnel opening centered over the nipple 4 Make sure you achieve a good seal between Freemie and your skin Bra fit is critical to the proper use of this device Correct Position Incorrect Position Ensure nipple is centered in the Breast Funnel and not bent or pinched off When connected to a pump tubing must be in the 12 o clock position Incorrect Let tubing hang down underneath your shirt Tubing may be cut to a desired length in order to conceal it under normal clothing Milk in tubing Placement at any other position can cause milk to flow into tubing 12 12 When filling with milk keep in the upright position Correct Tubing in 12 o clock position 12 The 12 O clock Position 8 9 Compatible Single Pumping Pump Pump Connecting to Your Equality Pump Double Pumping Equality Pump Equality Pump 10 Adjust pump to low by turning suction control dial to MIN Slowly pull handle until you feel a comfortable suction If suction is not adequate adjust suction control dial toward MAX until you feel a comfortable balance between suction desired and effort required to pull the pump handle If suc
9. heat 4 Clean as soon as possible after each use 5 When not in use store parts out of reach from infants and children 6 Dry parts completely before safely storing Practice with water first to achieve successful transfers Handle a full Freemie cup with care Milk can spill out of the Breast Funnel 13 Spout 14 Tubing Care Inspect tubing for breast milk after each pumping session Soiled tubing that cannot be cleaned should be replaced Tubing cleaning options are listed below 1 If breast milk gets into tubing rinse thoroughly in hot water Shake excess water from tubing Wipe with a clean soft towel and allow to air dry completely while hanging vertically 2 Rinse tubing with isopropyl alcohol Hang tubing vertically Air dry completely Caution Be certain alcohol has completely evaporated before using 3 If unable to thoroughly clean tubing cut off any soiled portion of the tubing or replace it see Ordering Parts page 16 4 Do not clean tubing in dishwasher microwave steam bag or by boiling Caring for Your Freemie System Troubleshooting Tips Always center Breast Funnel over nipple If the Breast Funnel is off the center of the nipple you may impede milk release experience loss of suction or prevent the complete emptying of the breast see page 7 Try adjusting the position of Freemie Comfortably position your body to help create the best seal between Freemie and your skin E
10. it on the bottom of the boiling pot Parts should float freely Remove from water and allow to dry completely Parts must be thoroughly dry before use Hand wash valve in hot soapy water and rinse Allow parts to cool and dry completely before use Do not boil or steam sterilize tubing valves or pressure reducer Preparing Freemie for First Use 5 Always wash hands prior to assembling Freemie All parts must be completely dry correctly positioned and secure Place Valve onto Valve Base Inspect the device before each use for signs of wear or damage and replace parts if signs of wear are noted Make sure Valve is straight Correct Incorrect Keep stem aligned with tubing port Align ports and snap together Gently tug on Valve to ensure it is secure 1 2 3 5 6 Insert Tubing into Valve Base Push to ensure tubing is securely in port 7 8 4 Push together Assembling Freemie Cups 6 Push Breast Funnel and Valve Base firmly together 7 Positioning Within Your Bra The Perfect Bra Fit 1 Before choosing a bra single pump with Freemie cup using your hand to hold in place Consider how much pressure you normally apply against your breasts to pump This pressure may be different when your breasts are engorged versus when they are empty To achieve the same pressure and sensation with the Freemie cup in your bra it may be necessary to adjust your bra or try different bras to
11. tion is too strong adjust suction control dial towards MIN to reduce suction strength Pull and release repeatedly to stimulate milk letdown and continue to express milk as needed If this repetitive motion results in pain even if you don t think the pump is the cause of pain stop pumping and consult your health care professional Pump with Freemie in an upright position such as sitting or standing 1 2 3 Pumping with Freemie Adjusting your pump and sitting upright 4 Each Freemie holds 8 ounces of milk NOTE When device is full stop pumping immediately and pull tubing from Freemie while still wearing in bra see page 12 When Your Are Done Pumping 5 If you regularly produce more than 8 ounces at a time stop pumping when Freemie is full and empty device See page 12 When Your Are Done Pumping Alternatively if you have a second Freemie set switch out full Freemie cups with empty cups to minimize pumping interruptions MAX MIN Equality Do sit or stand upright Do not bend forward Do not recline Correct Incorrect Incorrect 11 Important Bending over or reclining during use or overfilling may cause leaking loss of suction or milk to flow into tubing Empty Freemie when full and remove immediately after pumping If milk flows into tubing immediately stop pumping See tubing care on page 14 for cleaning instructions See Troubleshooting sections on page
12. xperiment with your body position by sitting up straighter leaning forward a little or pulling your shoulders back The Breast Funnels come in the standard 25mm 28mm and 32mm funnels If you need a larger or smaller Breast Funnel visit Freemie com to order the right size Freemie for you Each Freemie holds up to 8 ounces of milk If you pump more than this at one time you need to empty and clean the device to continue pumping see page 13 If problems emptying your breasts persist consult your lactation professional Loss of Suction Make sure all parts are completely dry before assembling Make sure that parts are correctly assembled and fit together as snugly as possible and that connections to the pump are secure see pages 5 amp 6 and 9 Make sure tubing is not kinked or pinched Make sure tubing is pushed securely into its port on the valve base see page 6 Make sure Breast Funnel is securely pressed against breast creating a seal around nipple and is properly seated in bra Check that no bra material or tubing is between the device and your skin The device should not be tilting upward downward or to the side see pages 8 amp 10 Make sure nipple is not bent or pinched inside the Breast Funnel see page 7 Try a tighter fitting bra to ensure that the bra is able to support and maintain an adequate seal and hold Freemie in an upright position Consider trying a sports bra see page 7 Milk in
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