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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Welcome to your Spectra Breast Pump ................. 4 Features .......................... 4 Important Safeguards ......................5 Hygiene .......................... 5 Pain or Discomfort ......................5 General Safety Guidelines .................... 6 Package Contents ......................7 Pump Kit ......................... 8 Cleaning & Care ....................... 10 Washing Breast Pump Parts .................. - Page 3 Safely Bottle-Feed ...................... 32 Bottle Assembly ...................... 33 Troubleshooting ....................... 34 Warranty ........................... 36 Disposal ..........................36 Flying with the Spectra S1 ....................37 For More Information ..................... 37 Instructional Videos ....................37 Technical Specifications ....................38 Environmental Conditions ..................38 Performance Characteristics ..................
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Page 4: Welcome To Your Spectra Breast Pump
Welcome to your Spectra Breast Pump Congratulations on becoming the owner of a Spectra S1 hospital grade double electric breast pump. Your Spectra S1 is designed to make life easier for you, with a host of features to ensure effective expressing. If you have... -
Page 5: Important Safeguards
Important Safeguards Carefully read all the instructions prior to using the Spectra S1. Follow the safety guidelines below when using your pump. Failure to follow the below guidelines may result in damage to the machine and/or serious injury to yourself. -
Page 6: General Safety Guidelines
14 for more information). If you experience pain or discomfort, stop using the breast pump and seek help from your care provider, a certified lactation consultant, or the Spectra customer service team, as appropriate. General Safety Guidelines Close supervision is necessary when used near children. -
Page 7: Package Contents
Package Contents The Spectra S1 comes complete with a power adaptor, 2 milk collection kits, and 2 feeding kits (bottle caps, soft flow teats, bottle necks, and bottle sealing discs). Replacement parts and additional breastshield sizes are available to purchase on the Spectra website. -
Page 8: Pump Kit
Pump Kit The Spectra S1 comes with 2 milk collection kits. Included in each kit is a breastshield (size 24mm), backflow protector, collection bottle, duck valve, and tubing. Replacement parts and additional breastshield sizes are available to purchase on the Spectra website. -
Page 10: Cleaning & Care
Cleaning & Care Note: These guidelines are for use with a healthy, full-term baby and assume that you have access to potable water. If your baby is premature or has health challenges your care provider may supply alternative advice. If you live in an area without potable water, you should always sterilise parts before use. -
Page 11: Cleaning & Care Tips
may harbour bacteria that can contaminate breast milk. Try not to touch the inside of any parts that will come into contact with breast milk. 6. Once dry, store parts in a clean, closed container (i.e. snaplock bag or clean plastic tub with a lid). 7. -
Page 12: Cleaning & Care Quick Reference Chart
Cleaning & Care Quick Reference Chart Sterilise Wash After Dishwasher Special Before First Each Use? Safe? Instructions Use? Pump Motor Wipe down with a damp cloth as needed. Tubing Replace if dirt or moisture gets in. Backflow No: do not Wash only if place silicone moisture... -
Page 13: Sterilising Breast Pump Parts
Sterilising Breast Pump Parts You can use any method you like to sterilise the parts of your Spectra pump. Please remember that you must never sterilise the tubing or pump motor. In most cases, you do not need to sterilise after every use of your breast pump;... -
Page 14: Breastshield Sizing
Breastshield Sizing Measuring Your Nipple The Spectra S1 comes with size 24mm breastshields. This is the most commonly fitted shield size; however, many women will fit better in other sizes. A properly sized breastshield is important to ensure the best performance of your pump. An... -
Page 15: Signs Your Breastshield Is Too Small
Note: The images presented in this section are a guide, not a rule, therefore fitting may appear differently for all women. Signs Your Breastshield Is Too Small Painful rubbing of nipple in flange. • Nipple not moving freely inside of flange. •... - Page 16 If you are experiencing friction, pain, or discomfort while pumping, contact us for help. Additional breastshield sizes are available on our website. If you need assistance selecting a shield size, please do not hesitate to contact our expert customer support team! Spectra Baby Australia www.spectra-baby.com.au...
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Page 17: Assembling The Spectra S1
Assembling the Spectra S1 Before using your Spectra S1 for the first time, you will need to sterilise all parts, except for the pump motor and tubing (sterilising the pump motor and tubing will cause irreparable damage and void the warranty). For more information on sterilising and washing the parts that come with your pump, please refer to the Cleaning &... -
Page 18: Backflow Protector Assembly
5. Connect the tubing to the backflow protector. 6. Connect the tubing to the Spectra S1. For double-pumping, remove the cap on the airport. For single-pumping, make sure this cap remains in place (see below, right). -
Page 19: Adaptor Assembly
Adaptor Assembly 1. Connect the power charger and the Australian adaptor by pushing the two components together. 2. You will hear a loud click once they are fully assembled. When fully- assembled, the Australian adaptor will be locked in place (not move freely) and require a significant amount of force to remove it. -
Page 20: Preparing To Pump
The S1 can operate on battery power or while plugged in and charging. To charge your S1, connect the power adaptor to the port on the back of the pump. Then, connect the adaptor into the power mains (for information on assembling your power adaptor, see Adaptor Assembly on page #). -
Page 21: Pumping Instructions
Turning off the pump will break suction. Note: When powered back on, the Spectra S1 will automatically start off at the most recently used settings in expression mode. We recommend taking caution,... -
Page 22: Single Pumping
and especially if you prefer to gradually increase vacuum intensity over a pumping session, to turn the pump down low prior to turning it off. Single Pumping 1. Connect the tubing to the air nozzle on the front of the pump motor. -
Page 23: Things To Remember
Massage Mode, and switch to Expression Mode when milk is flowing, and then when the milk flow slows, switch back into Massage Mode; and so on. After 30 minutes of operation, the Spectra S1 will automatically turn • off. This safeguards against depletion of battery life should the unit be left on. - Page 24 Spectra Customer Support ASAP if the pain continues. Note: When you express and how often will depend on your specific situation.
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Page 25: Functions & Controls
Functions & Controls Massage Mode & Expression Mode The Spectra S1 comes equipped with Massage Mode and Expression Mode to best mimic the patterns of your baby’s suckling. The Massage Mode is a fast method of pumping designed to initiate your letdown, the start of milk flow. -
Page 26: Vacuum Intensity
The vacuum level on your breast pump refers to the suction strength, or how strongly the pump will ‘suck’. This is measured in mmHg. When you are using your Spectra S1, you will usually find that expressing is most effective on the highest vacuum level that you are comfortable with. However, it’s important not to set vacuum level so high that it makes you uncomfortable, as the resulting pain will hinder your milk flow. -
Page 27: Cycle Speed
Cycle Speed The cycle speed on your Spectra S1 refers to the how many times the pump ‘sucks’ and releases per minute; this is measured in cpm (cycles per minute). Your Spectra S1 has been designed with variable cycle settings so that you can find the setting that suits your body best. -
Page 28: Night Light
Night Light The Spectra S1 comes with a nightlight to make pumping at night and on dark days easier. The night light has two settings of brightness - simply press button to turn on the night light, and again to increase brightness. To turn off the light, press the button again. -
Page 29: Milk Storage
Milk Storage The following chart describes how and where to safely store your expressed breast milk, based on current international recommendations. If your care provider has provided alternative instructions, always adhere to those. Preferred Storage Acceptable Storage Duration Duration Fresh Breast Milk At room temperature (up 4 hours 8 hours... - Page 30 In the cooler bag with an Up to 4 hours Up to 4 hours ice pack (up to 15°C / 59°F) In the back of the Up to 24 hours Up to 24 hours refrigerator (up to 4°C / 78°F) In the freezer (-18-20°C None - Should not be None - Should not be...
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Page 31: Important Safeguards
Spectra milk storage bags which come pre- sterilised are available to purchase on the Spectra Baby Australia website. Important Safeguards Do not refreeze previously frozen breast milk once thawed. • Do not overheat or microwave breast milk as much of its nutritive •... -
Page 32: Feeding Breastmilk
Feeding Breastmilk We recommend waiting until breastfeeding is well established prior to feeding your baby expressed breastmilk. Always follow the advice of your care provider. Warming Milk Some babies prefer warm milk. To warm the milk, set bottle in a mug of hot tap water for several minutes. -
Page 33: Bottle Assembly
Bottle Assembly The following instructions describe how to prepare the Spectra bottles for feeding: 1. First wash your hands in warm soapy water before touching parts that come in contact with milk. 2. Then, insert the teat by firmly pressing it from the underside and up into the bottle neck (where the sealing disc would go). -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The following section contains common issues and resolutions. Should your issue not be resolved by following the contents of the following section, please contact our customer support team. POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION Pump will Not Turn On Out of battery power. Insert power adapter. - Page 35 POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION Low Suction (cont.) Silicone valve is not attached Reposition the valve and then correctly. reassemble. Backflow protectors are not Reassemble and reattach the assembled correctly. backflow protectors. Tubing is not fully attached. Firmly attach tubing to both the backflow protector and the pump nozzle.
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Page 36: Warranty
Please contact us for more information on this program. The Spectra S1 must not be disposed of with your regular household waste. It must be taken to a designated electronics recycling location. For more information about where you can dispose of electronic waste, please contact your local authority. -
Page 37: Flying With The Spectra S1
You do not need to declare the S1 prior to flying. However, per CASA regulations the S1 must not be in checked luggage. When travelling by air, bring the S1 in your carry-on luggage. If you have more questions, contact your airline. -
Page 38: Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications Vacuum Strength: 320mmHg (12 steps in Expression Mode, 5 steps in Massage Mode) Grade: Hospital Grade Massage Mode: Yes Cycle Speed (Expression Mode): 5 Speed Settings Between 38 and 54 rpm Cycle Speed (Massage Mode): 70 rpm Power: Mains or Battery Battery Type: 1.11V 2000mAh Li-Polymer Battery Life: 3 hours Watt Hours: 24Wh... -
Page 39: Electromagnetic Compatibility
Do not use adjacent or stacked with any other electronic equipment. IEC 60601-1-2:2007 This Spectra S1 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for medical devices in IEC 60601-1-2:2007. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a typical medical installation. - Page 40 Copyright 2017 Spectra Baby Australia...
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