Avent SCD293/00 is a reliable steam sterilizer designed to eliminate 99.9% of harmful germs from your baby's bottles, soothers, breast pumps, and other accessories. It operates with a rapid sterilization cycle of just 6 minutes and has a compact design that fits easily on your kitchen counter. The unit features a large capacity, allowing you to sterilize up to 6 Philips Avent 11oz/330ml bottles or 2 breast pumps at once.
Avent SCD293/00 is a reliable steam sterilizer designed to eliminate 99.9% of harmful germs from your baby's bottles, soothers, breast pumps, and other accessories. It operates with a rapid sterilization cycle of just 6 minutes and has a compact design that fits easily on your kitchen counter. The unit features a large capacity, allowing you to sterilize up to 6 Philips Avent 11oz/330ml bottles or 2 breast pumps at once.
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Sterilizer 4203.064.5715.5
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Introduction
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General description (Fig. 1)
A Lid with grip
B Small basket
C Large basket
D Heating element with water reservoir
E Base
F Mains cord
G Power-on button
H SCF287/SCF286:Sterilising light
I SCF287/SCF286: Ready light
J SCF285/SCF284:Sterilising light
K Dishwasher basket (SCF287/SCF286 only)
L Tongs
Note: You can nd the type number of your steriliser on the bottom of the appliance.
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for
future reference.
Danger
- Never immerse the base, the mains cord or the mains plug in water or
any other liquid.
- Failure to follow the descaling instructions may cause irreparable damage.
- Never disassemble the base to avoid the risk of electric shock.
Warning
- This appliance can be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and if they understand the hazards involved.
- This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance and its
cord out of the reach of children.
- Children shall not play with the appliance.
- Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local
mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
- Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance
itself is damaged.
- If the mains cord is damaged, it must be replaced by Philips, a service
centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualied persons in order to
avoid a hazard.
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- There are no serviceable parts inside the electric steam steriliser. Do not
attempt to open, service or repair the electric steam steriliser yourself.
- The appliance becomes extremely hot during sterilisation and may
cause burns if it is touched.
- Beware of hot steam that comes out of the vent in the lid or when you
remove the lid. Steam can cause burns.
- Do not touch the base, the baskets and the lid during or shortly after
sterilisation because they are very hot. Only lift the lid by its grip.
- Never move or open the appliance when it is in use or when the water
in it is still hot.
- Never place items on top of the appliance when it is in use.
- Only use water without any additives.
- Do not put bleach or other chemicals in the appliance.
- Only sterilise baby bottles and other items that are suitable for
sterilisers. Check the user manual of the items you want to sterilise,
to make sure they are suitable for sterilisers.
- If you want to stop the sterilisation process, unplug the appliance
(SCF285/SCF284) or press the power-on button (SCF287/SCF286).
- This appliance is intended for household use only.
Caution
- Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or that
Philips does not specically recommend. If you use such accessories or
parts, your guarantee becomes invalid.
- Do not expose the appliance to extreme heat or direct sunlight.
- Always let the appliance cool down before you move or store it.
- Do not sterilise very small items which can fall through the holes in
the bottom of the basket.
- Never place items directly on the heating element when the appliance
is switched on.
- Do not use the appliance if it has fallen or is damaged in any way.
Take it to an authorised Philips service centre for repair.
- Always place and use the appliance on a dry, stable, level and horizontal
surface.
- Do not place the appliance on a hot surface.
- Do not let the mains cord hang over the edge of the table or worktop
on which the appliance stands.
- Always pour any remaining water out of the appliance after use and
when the appliance has cooled down.
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- Always unplug the appliance after use.
- Environmental conditions, such as temperature and altitude, may affect
the functioning of this appliance.
Electromagnetic elds (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to
electromagnetic elds.
Before rst use
When you use the appliance for the rst time, we advise you to let it complete one sterilisation
process with empty baskets.
Note: Heating up takes approx. 4 minutes and sterilising takes approx. 6 minutes.
1 Use for example a baby bottle and pour exactly 100ml tap water directly into the water
reservoir of the base (Fig. 2).
2 Place the large basket on the base (Fig. 3).
3 Place the small basket on the large basket (Fig. 4).
4 Place the lid on top of the small basket (Fig. 5).
5 Put the plug in the wall socket.
6 Press the power-on button to switch on the appliance (Fig. 6).
Note: If you plug in the appliance after you have pressed the power-on button, the steriliser starts to heat
up immediately.
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, The sterilising light lights up to indicate that the appliance starts operating.
, When the sterilisation process is nished, the ready light goes on. After 3 minutes, the ready
light goes out to indicate that you can now safely open the steriliser.
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, The sterilising light lights up to indicate that the appliance starts operating.
, When the sterilisation process is nished, the appliance switches off automatically.
7 After the appliance has cooled down completely, remove the lid, the small basket and the
large basket and wipe them dry.
8 Let the appliance cool down completely for approx. 10 minutes before you use it again.
Note: The appliance does not work for 10 minutes after a sterilising cycle, it needs to cool down rst.
Preparing for use
Preparing for sterilising
Before you put the items to be sterilised in the steriliser, clean them thoroughly in the dishwasher or
clean them by hand with hot water and some washing-up liquid.
Using the dishwasher basket (SCF287/SCF286 only)
Use the dishwasher basket to preclean the items you want to sterilise.
1 Open the two sections of the lid of the dishwasher basket and place the bottles and
accessories in the basket (Fig. 7).
Note: Make sure that the bottles are placed upside down.
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2 Close the two sections of the lid of the dishwasher basket (Fig. 8).
3 Place the basket in the dishwasher.
4 Switch on the dishwasher and let it complete the dishwashing cycle.
5 When the dishwasher is nished, take out the dishwasher basket and make sure that the
dishwasher basket and all items to be sterilised are clean. If not, clean them by hand.
6 Place the dishwasher basket completely into the large basket of the steriliser.
Note: You can leave the dishwasher basket inside the large basket with the two sections of the lid opened.
Assembling the steriliser
There are several ways to assemble the steriliser.
1 With only the small basket on the base to sterilise small items such as soothers (Fig. 9).
2 With only the large basket on the base to sterilise medium-sized items such as breast pumps,
toddler plates or toddler cutlery (Fig. 10).
3 With the large basket and the small basket on the base to sterilise up to 6 11oz/330ml bottles.
Place the bottles upside down in the large basket and place the bottle dome caps, screw rings
and teats in the small basket (Fig. 11).
Note: When you ll the small basket, put the teats on the bottom, place the screw rings loosely on top of
the teats and clip the bottle caps onto the two pillars in the small basket.
Note: Make sure all parts that need to be sterilised are completely disassembled and place them in the
basket with their openings pointing down to prevent them from lling up with water.
Using the appliance
Only place items in the steriliser which are suitable for sterilising. Do not sterilise items that are
lled with liquid, e.g. a teether with cooling uid.
Note: Before you sterilise bottles and other items, clean them rst.
1 Use for example a baby bottle and pour exactly 100ml tap water directly into the water
reservoir of the base (Fig. 2).
2 Assemble the steriliser (see section ‘Assembling the steriliser’) and place the items to be
sterilised in it.
3 Place the lid on top of the small or large basket (Fig. 5).
4 Put the plug in the wall socket.
5 Press the power-on button to switch on the appliance (Fig. 6).
Note: If you plug in the appliance after you have pressed the power-on button, the steriliser starts to heat
up immediately.
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, The sterilising light lights up to indicate that the appliance starts operating.
, When the sterilisation process is nished, the ready light goes on. After 3 minutes the ready
light goes out to indicate that you can now safely open the steriliser.
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, The sterilising light lights up to indicate that the appliance starts operating.
, When the sterilisation process is nished, the appliance switches off automatically.
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6 Remove the lid.
Wait until the appliance has cooled down before you remove the lid.
Be careful, hot steam may come out of the steriliser.
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Remove the bottles and other items from the basket. Use the tongs to remove the smaller items.
Be careful, the sterilised items may still be hot.
Note: Make sure you wash your hands thoroughly before you touch sterilised items.
8 Unplug the appliance and wait until the appliance has cooled down completely.
9 Pour out any remaining water from the water reservoir and wipe the water reservoir dry.
Note: The appliance does not work for 10 minutes after a sterilising cycle; it needs to cool down rst.
Cleaning
Do not use abrasive or aggressive cleaning agents (e.g. bleach) or a scouring pad to clean
this appliance.
Never immerse the base, the mains cord or the mains plug in water or any other liquid.
Note: The steriliser is not dishwasher-proof. The baskets and the lid can be cleaned with hot water and
some washing-up liquid.
1 Always unplug the appliance and let it cool down before you clean it.
2 Clean the base with a moist cloth.
3 Clean the other parts in hot water with some washing-up liquid.
Note: After cleaning, store the steriliser in a clean, dry place.
Descaling
When you use the steriliser, small spots may appear on the heating element in the base. This is scale
that is building up. The harder the water, the faster scale builds up. Descale the steriliser at least
every 1 or 2 weeks to ensure that it continues to work effectively.
1 Pour 80ml/2.7oz of white vinegar (5% acetic acid) and 20ml/0.7oz of water into the water
reservoir.
2 Leave the solution in the water reservoir until the scale has resolved.
3 Empty the water reservoir, thoroughly rinse it and wipe the base with a damp cloth.
Ordering accessories
To buy accessories or spare parts, visit www.shop.philips.com/service or go to your Philips
dealer. You can also contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country (see the worldwide
guarantee leaet for contact details).
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Environment
- This symbol on a product means that the product is covered by European Directive 2012/19/EU.
Inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products.
Follow local rules and never dispose of the product with normal household waste. Correct
disposal of old products helps prevent negative consequences for the environment and
human health (Fig. 12).
Guarantee and support
If you need information or support, please visit www.philips.com/support or read the separate
worldwide guarantee leaet.
Note: This appliance needs to be descaled regularly for optimal performance. If you do not do this,
the appliance may eventually stop working. In this case, repair is NOT covered by your warranty.
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Natural bottle
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GB
For your child’s safety and health WARNING!
Always use this product with adult supervision. • Never use feeding teats as a soother. • Continuous
and prolonged sucking of uids will cause tooth decay. • Always check food temperature before
feeding. • Keep all components not in use out of the reach of children. • Before rst use, clean the
product. Inspect before each use and pull the feeding teat in all directions. Throw away at the rst
signs of damage or weakness. Do not store a feeding teat in direct sunlight or heat, or leave in
disinfectant (‘sterilising solution’) for longer than recommended, as this may weaken the teat.
• Do not place in a heated oven. • Before rst use place in boiling water for 5 minutes. This is to
ensure hygiene. Clean before each use. • Wash and rinse thoroughly, then sterilise using a Philips
Avent steriliser or boil for 5 minutes. • Do not warm contents in a microwave oven, as this may cause
uneven heating and could scald your baby. • Dishwasher safe - food colourings may discolour
components. • Do not allow child to play with small par ts or walk/run while using bottles or cups.
• Drinks other than milk and water, such as fruit juices and avoured sugary drinks are not
recommended. If used, they should be well diluted and only used for limited periods. • Expressed
breast milk can be stored in sterilised Philips Avent polypropylene bottles/containers in the
refrigerator for up to 48 hours (not in the door) or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Never refreeze
breast milk or add fresh breast milk to already frozen milk. • Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or
anti-bacterial cleaners. Do not place components directly on sur faces that have been cleaned with
anti-bacterial cleaners. • Excessive concentration of detergents may eventually cause plastic
components to crack. Should this occur, replace immediately. • Plastic material properties may be
affected by sterilising and high temperatures. This can affect the t of the cap. Cleaning Before rst
use, disassemble all par ts, clean and sterilise the product. After every use, take all items apart, wash in
warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly. Make sure that you wash your hands thoroughly and that the
surfaces are clean before contact with sterilised components. Assembly When you assemble the
bottle, make sure you place the cap vertically onto the bottle so that the teat sits upright. To remove
the cap, place your hand over the cap and your thumb in the dimple of the cap. The teat is easier to
assemble if you wriggle it upwards instead of pulling it up in a straight line. Make sure you pull the teat
through until its lower par t is even with the screw ring. Maintenance Before rst use place in boiling
water for 5 minutes. • Before each use, inspect all items. • Pull the feeding teat in all directions. • For
optimum performance, pinch and massage the number on the teat between index nger and thumb
prior to a feed. Throw away at the rst signs of damage or weakness. For hygiene reasons, we
recommend replacing teats after 3 months. Keep teats in a dry, covered container. When not in use,
do not store in sunlight or heat, or leave in disinfectant (‘sterilising solution’) for longer than
recommended, as this may weaken the teat. Do not place in a heated oven. Glass Natural bottle
Glass bottles may break. Do not use metal inside the bottle to stir contents or for cleaning. This can
damage the glass on the inside of the bottle. Before each use, inspect bottles for sharp edges or glass
fragments inside. Do not use bottles if there are any cracks on or glass fragments in the bottle. Do
not let babies drink unsupervised with this bottle. Compatibility Only use Philips Avent Natural
teats with Philips Avent Natural feeding bottles. Spare teats are available separately. Make sure you
use a teat with the correct ow rate when you feed your baby. When you use an older Philips Avent
steriliser, please check on the website how to place the Natural bottle. Do not mix classic bottle
parts and teats with par ts of the Natural bottle. They may not t and could cause leakage.
• The polypropylene Natural bottle is compatible with Philips Avent breast pumps, spouts, sealing
discs and cup tops. • The glass Natural bottle is compatible with Philips Avent breast pumps and
sealing discs. For safety reasons, it is not recommended to use glass Natural bottles with handles,
spouts and cup tops. If the bottle falls, it may break. Philips Avent is here to help:
GB: 0844 33 80 489 national call rate (mobiles vary)
IRL: 0818 21 01 41 national call rate
(mobiles var y) AU: 1300 364 474 www.philips.com/Avent
Do not use with glass bottle
Nepoužívejte se skleněnou lahví
Ne használja üvegből készült cumisüveggel
Ne uporabljajte s stekleno stekleničko
Не използвайте със стъклени бутилки
Nemojte koristiti sa staklenom bočicom
Nu utilizaţi cu un biberon din sticlă
Nemojte da koristite sa staklenom ašicom
GB
For your child’s safety
WARNING! Inspect carefully before each use. Pull the soother in all directions. Throw away at the rst
signs of damage or weakness. Only use dedicated soother holders tested to EN 12586. Never attach other
ribbons or cords to a soother, your child may be strangled by them. Do not store a soother in direct sunlight
or near a source of heat, or store in disinfectant (‘sterilising solution’) for longer than recommended, as this
may weaken the teat. Keep the removable teat protector away from children to avoid suffocation. Before
rstuse, place in boiling water for 5 minutes, allow to cool, and squeeze out any trapped water from the
soother. This is to ensure hygiene. Clean before each use. Never dip teat in sweet substances or
medication, your child may get tooth decay. Replace the soother after 4 weeks of use, for safety and hygiene
reasons. In the event the soother becomes lodged in the mouth, DONOTPANIC; it cannot be swallowed
and is designed to cope with such an event. Remove from the mouth with care, as gently as possible. Always
use this product under adult supervision. Keep it in a dry covered container. Soothers and caps are suitable
for all commonly used forms of sterilisation.
Wash your hands thoroughly and ensure surfaces are clean before contact with sterilised components. Night
time soothers – expose handles to light before use. The soother can be cleaned by washing with warm water.
DO NOT use abrasive cleaning agents or anti-bacterial cleaners on the soothers. Excessive combinations of
detergents may eventually cause plastic components to crack. Should this occur, replace your soother
immediately. DO NOT sterilise the display case. If you need information or suppor t, please visit the Philips
website at www.philips.com/support.
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GB
For your child’s safety and health WARNING!
Always use this product with adult supervision. • Never use feeding teats as a soother. • Continuous
and prolonged sucking of uids will cause tooth decay. • Always check food temperature before
feeding. • Keep all components not in use out of the reach of children. • Before rst use, clean the
product. Inspect before each use and pull the feeding teat in all directions. Throw away at the rst
signs of damage or weakness. Do not store a feeding teat in direct sunlight or heat, or leave in
disinfectant (‘sterilising solution’) for longer than recommended, as this may weaken the teat.
• Do not place in a heated oven. • Before rst use place in boiling water for 5 minutes. This is to
ensure hygiene. Clean before each use. • Wash and rinse thoroughly, then sterilise using a Philips
Avent steriliser or boil for 5 minutes. • Do not warm contents in a microwave oven, as this may cause
uneven heating and could scald your baby. • Dishwasher safe - food colourings may discolour
components. • Do not allow child to play with small par ts or walk/run while using bottles or cups.
• Drinks other than milk and water, such as fruit juices and avoured sugary drinks are not
recommended. If used, they should be well diluted and only used for limited periods. • Expressed
breast milk can be stored in sterilised Philips Avent polypropylene bottles/containers in the
refrigerator for up to 48 hours (not in the door) or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Never refreeze
breast milk or add fresh breast milk to already frozen milk. • Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or
anti-bacterial cleaners. Do not place components directly on sur faces that have been cleaned with
anti-bacterial cleaners. • Excessive concentration of detergents may eventually cause plastic
components to crack. Should this occur, replace immediately. • Plastic material properties may be
affected by sterilising and high temperatures. This can affect the t of the cap. Cleaning Before rst
use, disassemble all par ts, clean and sterilise the product. After every use, take all items apart, wash in
warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly. Make sure that you wash your hands thoroughly and that the
surfaces are clean before contact with sterilised components. Assembly When you assemble the
bottle, make sure you place the cap vertically onto the bottle so that the teat sits upright. To remove
the cap, place your hand over the cap and your thumb in the dimple of the cap. The teat is easier to
assemble if you wriggle it upwards instead of pulling it up in a straight line. Make sure you pull the teat
through until its lower par t is even with the screw ring. Maintenance Before rst use place in boiling
water for 5 minutes. • Before each use, inspect all items. • Pull the feeding teat in all directions. • For
optimum performance, pinch and massage the number on the teat between index nger and thumb
prior to a feed. Throw away at the rst signs of damage or weakness. For hygiene reasons, we
recommend replacing teats after 3 months. Keep teats in a dry, covered container. When not in use,
do not store in sunlight or heat, or leave in disinfectant (‘sterilising solution’) for longer than
recommended, as this may weaken the teat. Do not place in a heated oven. Glass Natural bottle
Glass bottles may break. Do not use metal inside the bottle to stir contents or for cleaning. This can
damage the glass on the inside of the bottle. Before each use, inspect bottles for sharp edges or glass
fragments inside. Do not use bottles if there are any cracks on or glass fragments in the bottle. Do
not let babies drink unsupervised with this bottle. Compatibility Only use Philips Avent Natural
teats with Philips Avent Natural feeding bottles. Spare teats are available separately. Make sure you
use a teat with the correct ow rate when you feed your baby. When you use an older Philips Avent
steriliser, please check on the website how to place the Natural bottle. Do not mix classic bottle
parts and teats with par ts of the Natural bottle. They may not t and could cause leakage.
• The polypropylene Natural bottle is compatible with Philips Avent breast pumps, spouts, sealing
discs and cup tops. • The glass Natural bottle is compatible with Philips Avent breast pumps and
sealing discs. For safety reasons, it is not recommended to use glass Natural bottles with handles,
spouts and cup tops. If the bottle falls, it may break. Philips Avent is here to help:
GB: 0844 33 80 489 national call rate (mobiles vary)
IRL: 0818 21 01 41 national call rate
(mobiles var y) AU: 1300 364 474 www.philips.com/Avent
Do not use with glass bottle
Nepoužívejte se skleněnou lahví
Ne használja üvegből készült cumisüveggel
Ne uporabljajte s stekleno stekleničko
Не използвайте със стъклени бутилки
Nemojte koristiti sa staklenom bočicom
Nu utilizaţi cu un biberon din sticlă
Nemojte da koristite sa staklenom ašicom
GB
For your child’s safety
WARNING! Inspect carefully before each use. Pull the soother in all directions. Throw away at the rst
signs of damage or weakness. Only use dedicated soother holders tested to EN 12586. Never attach other
ribbons or cords to a soother, your child may be strangled by them. Do not store a soother in direct sunlight
or near a source of heat, or store in disinfectant (‘sterilising solution’) for longer than recommended, as this
may weaken the teat. Keep the removable teat protector away from children to avoid suffocation. Before
rstuse, place in boiling water for 5 minutes, allow to cool, and squeeze out any trapped water from the
soother. This is to ensure hygiene. Clean before each use. Never dip teat in sweet substances or
medication, your child may get tooth decay. Replace the soother after 4 weeks of use, for safety and hygiene
reasons. In the event the soother becomes lodged in the mouth, DONOTPANIC; it cannot be swallowed
and is designed to cope with such an event. Remove from the mouth with care, as gently as possible. Always
use this product under adult supervision. Keep it in a dry covered container. Soothers and caps are suitable
for all commonly used forms of sterilisation.
Wash your hands thoroughly and ensure surfaces are clean before contact with sterilised components. Night
time soothers – expose handles to light before use. The soother can be cleaned by washing with warm water.
DO NOT use abrasive cleaning agents or anti-bacterial cleaners on the soothers. Excessive combinations of
detergents may eventually cause plastic components to crack. Should this occur, replace your soother
immediately. DO NOT sterilise the display case. If you need information or suppor t, please visit the Philips
website at www.philips.com/support.
GB: For your child’s safety and health WARNING! Always
use this product with adult supervision. • Never use
feeding teats as a soother. • Continuous and prolonged
sucking of uids will cause tooth decay. • Always check food
temperature before feeding. • Keep all components not in
use out of the reach of children. • Before rst use, clean the
product. • Inspect before each use and pull the feeding teat
in all directions. • Throw away at the rst signs of damage or
weakness. • Do not store a feeding teat in direct sunlight or
heat, or leave in disinfectant (‘sterilising solution’) for longer
than recommended, as this may weaken the teat. • Do not
place in a heated oven. • Before rst use place in boiling
water for 5 minutes. This is to ensure hygiene.
• Clean before each use. • Wash in warm soapy water and
rinse thoroughly, then sterilise using a Philips Avent steriliser
suitable for Natural bottles or boil for 5 minutes. • Do
not warm contents in a microwave oven, as this may cause
uneven heating and could scald your baby. • Dishwasher
safe - food colourings may discolour components. • Do
not allow child to play with small parts or walk/run while
using bottles or cups. • For hygiene reasons, we recommend
replacing teats after 3 months. • For optimum performance,
pinch and massage the number on the teat between index
nger and thumb prior to feed. • Keep in a dry, covered
container. • Only use Philips Avent Natural teats with
Philips Avent Natural feeding bottles.
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5 6
GB
For your child’s safety and health WARNING!
Always use this product with adult supervision. • Never use feeding teats as a soother. • Continuous
and prolonged sucking of uids will cause tooth decay. • Always check food temperature before
feeding. • Keep all components not in use out of the reach of children. • Before rst use, clean the
product. Inspect before each use and pull the feeding teat in all directions. Throw away at the rst
signs of damage or weakness. Do not store a feeding teat in direct sunlight or heat, or leave in
disinfectant (‘sterilising solution’) for longer than recommended, as this may weaken the teat.
• Do not place in a heated oven. • Before rst use place in boiling water for 5 minutes. This is to
ensure hygiene. Clean before each use. • Wash and rinse thoroughly, then sterilise using a Philips
Avent steriliser or boil for 5 minutes. • Do not warm contents in a microwave oven, as this may cause
uneven heating and could scald your baby. • Dishwasher safe - food colourings may discolour
components. • Do not allow child to play with small par ts or walk/run while using bottles or cups.
• Drinks other than milk and water, such as fruit juices and avoured sugary drinks are not
recommended. If used, they should be well diluted and only used for limited periods. • Expressed
breast milk can be stored in sterilised Philips Avent polypropylene bottles/containers in the
refrigerator for up to 48 hours (not in the door) or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Never refreeze
breast milk or add fresh breast milk to already frozen milk. • Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or
anti-bacterial cleaners. Do not place components directly on sur faces that have been cleaned with
anti-bacterial cleaners. • Excessive concentration of detergents may eventually cause plastic
components to crack. Should this occur, replace immediately. • Plastic material properties may be
affected by sterilising and high temperatures. This can affect the t of the cap. Cleaning Before rst
use, disassemble all par ts, clean and sterilise the product. After every use, take all items apart, wash in
warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly. Make sure that you wash your hands thoroughly and that the
surfaces are clean before contact with sterilised components. Assembly When you assemble the
bottle, make sure you place the cap vertically onto the bottle so that the teat sits upright. To remove
the cap, place your hand over the cap and your thumb in the dimple of the cap. The teat is easier to
assemble if you wriggle it upwards instead of pulling it up in a straight line. Make sure you pull the teat
through until its lower par t is even with the screw ring. Maintenance Before rst use place in boiling
water for 5 minutes. • Before each use, inspect all items. • Pull the feeding teat in all directions. • For
optimum performance, pinch and massage the number on the teat between index nger and thumb
prior to a feed. Throw away at the rst signs of damage or weakness. For hygiene reasons, we
recommend replacing teats after 3 months. Keep teats in a dry, covered container. When not in use,
do not store in sunlight or heat, or leave in disinfectant (‘sterilising solution’) for longer than
recommended, as this may weaken the teat. Do not place in a heated oven. Glass Natural bottle
Glass bottles may break. Do not use metal inside the bottle to stir contents or for cleaning. This can
damage the glass on the inside of the bottle. Before each use, inspect bottles for sharp edges or glass
fragments inside. Do not use bottles if there are any cracks on or glass fragments in the bottle. Do
not let babies drink unsupervised with this bottle. Compatibility Only use Philips Avent Natural
teats with Philips Avent Natural feeding bottles. Spare teats are available separately. Make sure you
use a teat with the correct ow rate when you feed your baby. When you use an older Philips Avent
steriliser, please check on the website how to place the Natural bottle. Do not mix classic bottle
parts and teats with par ts of the Natural bottle. They may not t and could cause leakage.
• The polypropylene Natural bottle is compatible with Philips Avent breast pumps, spouts, sealing
discs and cup tops. • The glass Natural bottle is compatible with Philips Avent breast pumps and
sealing discs. For safety reasons, it is not recommended to use glass Natural bottles with handles,
spouts and cup tops. If the bottle falls, it may break. Philips Avent is here to help:
GB: 0844 33 80 489 national call rate (mobiles vary)
IRL: 0818 21 01 41 national call rate
(mobiles var y) AU: 1300 364 474 www.philips.com/Avent
Do not use with glass bottle
Nepoužívejte se skleněnou lahví
Ne használja üvegből készült cumisüveggel
Ne uporabljajte s stekleno stekleničko
Не използвайте със стъклени бутилки
Nemojte koristiti sa staklenom bočicom
Nu utilizaţi cu un biberon din sticlă
Nemojte da koristite sa staklenom ašicom
GB
For your child’s safety
WARNING! Inspect carefully before each use. Pull the soother in all directions. Throw away at the rst
signs of damage or weakness. Only use dedicated soother holders tested to EN 12586. Never attach other
ribbons or cords to a soother, your child may be strangled by them. Do not store a soother in direct sunlight
or near a source of heat, or store in disinfectant (‘sterilising solution’) for longer than recommended, as this
may weaken the teat. Keep the removable teat protector away from children to avoid suffocation. Before
rstuse, place in boiling water for 5 minutes, allow to cool, and squeeze out any trapped water from the
soother. This is to ensure hygiene. Clean before each use. Never dip teat in sweet substances or
medication, your child may get tooth decay. Replace the soother after 4 weeks of use, for safety and hygiene
reasons. In the event the soother becomes lodged in the mouth, DONOTPANIC; it cannot be swallowed
and is designed to cope with such an event. Remove from the mouth with care, as gently as possible. Always
use this product under adult supervision. Keep it in a dry covered container. Soothers and caps are suitable
for all commonly used forms of sterilisation.
Wash your hands thoroughly and ensure surfaces are clean before contact with sterilised components. Night
time soothers – expose handles to light before use. The soother can be cleaned by washing with warm water.
DO NOT use abrasive cleaning agents or anti-bacterial cleaners on the soothers. Excessive combinations of
detergents may eventually cause plastic components to crack. Should this occur, replace your soother
immediately. DO NOT sterilise the display case. If you need information or suppor t, please visit the Philips
website at www.philips.com/support.
Soother
4213.354.2223.6
Teat
4213.354.4127.1
GB: For your child’s safety and health WARNING! Always
use this product with adult supervision. • Never use
feeding teats as a soother. • Continuous and prolonged
sucking of uids will cause tooth decay. • Always check food
temperature before feeding. • Keep all components not in
use out of the reach of children. • Before rst use, clean the
product. • Inspect before each use and pull the feeding teat
in all directions. • Throw away at the rst signs of damage or
weakness. • Do not store a feeding teat in direct sunlight or
heat, or leave in disinfectant (‘sterilising solution’) for longer
than recommended, as this may weaken the teat. • Do not
place in a heated oven. • Before rst use place in boiling
water for 5 minutes. This is to ensure hygiene.
• Clean before each use. • Wash in warm soapy water and
rinse thoroughly, then sterilise using a Philips Avent steriliser
suitable for Natural bottles or boil for 5 minutes. • Do
not warm contents in a microwave oven, as this may cause
uneven heating and could scald your baby. • Dishwasher
safe - food colourings may discolour components. • Do
not allow child to play with small parts or walk/run while
using bottles or cups. • For hygiene reasons, we recommend
replacing teats after 3 months. • For optimum performance,
pinch and massage the number on the teat between index
nger and thumb prior to feed. • Keep in a dry, covered
container. • Only use Philips Avent Natural teats with
Philips Avent Natural feeding bottles.
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5 6
Manual breast pump
4213.354.1565.1
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to Philips AVENT! To fully benet from the support
that Philips AVENT offers, register your product at www.philips.com/welcome.
The Philips AVENT manual breast pump has a unique design that enables you to sit in a more
comfortable position while expressing. The soft massage cushion* is designed to feel soft and warm
and imitates your baby’s sucking action to provide fast milk ow - quietly, comfortably and gently.
The pump is compact, easy to assemble and all parts are dishwasher-safe and BPA-free.
Healthcare professionals say that breast milk is the best nutrition for babies during the rst year,
combined with solid food after the rst 6 months. Your breast milk is specially adapted to your
baby’s needs and contains antibodies which help protect your baby against infection and allergies.
A breast pump can help you to breastfeed longer. You can express and store your milk so that your
baby can still enjoy the benets of it, even if you cannot be there to provide it yourself. As the pump
is compact and discrete to use, you can take it with you anywhere, allowing you to express milk at
your own convenience and maintain your milk supply.
*The cushion included with this pump was designed to comfortably t the majority of mothers.
However, should you need it, you can buy a cushion for larger nipples separately.
General description (Fig. 1)
1 Handle
2 Silicone diaphragm with stem
3 Pump body
4 Massage cushion
5 Cover
6 White valve
7 Philips AVENT natural bottle
8 Cap
9 Screw ring
10 Teat
11 Sealing disc
12 Lid of storage cup (SCF330/12 only)
13 Philips AVENT storage cup (SCF330/12 only)
14 Adapter (SCF330/12 only)
Important
Read this user manual carefully before you use the breast pump and save it for future reference.
Warning
- This breast pump is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the product by a person responsible for their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the breast pump.
- Inspect the breast pump for signs of damage before each use. Do not use the breast pump if it
does not work properly.
- Never use the breast pump while you are pregnant, as pumping can induce labour.
- Never use the breast pump while you are sleepy or drowsy.
- Do not expose the breast pump to extreme heat and do not place it in direct sunlight.
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Caution
- The breast pump is only intended for repeated use by a single user.
- Never drop or insert any foreign object into any opening.
- Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or that Philips AVENT does
not specically recommend. If you use such accessories or parts, your guarantee becomes
invalid.
- Wash, rinse and sterilise all pump parts before each use.
- Do not use antibacterial or abrasive cleaning agents when you clean breast pump parts.
- Do not continue pumping for more than ve minutes at a time if you do not succeed in
expressing any milk.
- If the pressure generated is uncomfortable or causes pain, break the seal between the breast
and the pump body with your nger and remove the pump from your breast.
Preparing for use
Clean and sterilise all parts of the breast pump before rst use as described in chapter ‘Cleaning and
sterilising’. Clean all parts after each subsequent use and sterilise all parts before each subsequent use.
Assembling the breast pump
Note: Make sure you have cleaned and sterilised all parts of the breast pump. Wash your hands
thoroughly before you handle the cleaned parts.
Be careful, the cleaned parts may still be hot.
Tip: You may nd it easier to assemble the breast pump while it is wet.
1 Insert the white valve into the pump body from underneath. Push in the valve as far as
possible (Fig. 2).
2 Screw the pump body clockwise onto the bottle or storage cup until it is securely
xed (Fig. 3).
Note: If you use a storage cup, you have to screw the adapter onto the storage cup rst.
3 Place the silicone diaphragm with stem into the pump body from above. Make sure it ts
securely around the rim by pressing down with your ngers to ensure a perfect seal (Fig. 4).
4 Attach the handle onto the diaphragm with stem by hooking the hole in the handle over the
end of the stem. Push down the handle onto the pump body until it clicks into place (Fig. 5).
5 Place the massage cushion into the funnel-shaped section of the pump body. Push in the inner
part of the massage cushion as far as possible and make sure that it is perfectly sealed all
around the rim of the pump body. Press in between the petals to remove any trapped
air (Fig. 6).
Note: Place the cover over the massage cushion to keep the breast pump clean while you prepare for
expressing.
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Caution
- The breast pump is only intended for repeated use by a single user.
- Never drop or insert any foreign object into any opening.
- Never use any accessories or parts from other manufacturers or that Philips AVENT does
not specically recommend. If you use such accessories or parts, your guarantee becomes
invalid.
- Wash, rinse and sterilise all pump parts before each use.
- Do not use antibacterial or abrasive cleaning agents when you clean breast pump parts.
- Do not continue pumping for more than ve minutes at a time if you do not succeed in
expressing any milk.
- If the pressure generated is uncomfortable or causes pain, break the seal between the breast
and the pump body with your nger and remove the pump from your breast.
Preparing for use
Clean and sterilise all parts of the breast pump before rst use as described in chapter ‘Cleaning and
sterilising’. Clean all parts after each subsequent use and sterilise all parts before each subsequent use.
Assembling the breast pump
Note: Make sure you have cleaned and sterilised all parts of the breast pump. Wash your hands
thoroughly before you handle the cleaned parts.
Be careful, the cleaned parts may still be hot.
Tip: You may nd it easier to assemble the breast pump while it is wet.
1 Insert the white valve into the pump body from underneath. Push in the valve as far as
possible (Fig. 2).
2 Screw the pump body clockwise onto the bottle or storage cup until it is securely
xed (Fig. 3).
Note: If you use a storage cup, you have to screw the adapter onto the storage cup rst.
3 Place the silicone diaphragm with stem into the pump body from above. Make sure it ts
securely around the rim by pressing down with your ngers to ensure a perfect seal (Fig. 4).
4 Attach the handle onto the diaphragm with stem by hooking the hole in the handle over the
end of the stem. Push down the handle onto the pump body until it clicks into place (Fig. 5).
5 Place the massage cushion into the funnel-shaped section of the pump body. Push in the inner
part of the massage cushion as far as possible and make sure that it is perfectly sealed all
around the rim of the pump body. Press in between the petals to remove any trapped
air (Fig. 6).
Note: Place the cover over the massage cushion to keep the breast pump clean while you prepare for
expressing.
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Usingthebreastpump
When to express milk
It is advisable (unless advised otherwise by your healthcare professional/breastfeeding advisor) to
wait until your milk supply and breastfeeding schedule are established (normally at least 2 to 4
weeks after giving birth).
Exceptions:
- If you are expressing milk for your baby to be given in hospital.
- If your breasts are engorged (painful or swollen): you can express a small amount of milk before
or between feeds to ease the pain and to help your baby latch on more easily.
- If you have sore or cracked nipples, you may wish to express your milk until they are healed.
- If you are separated from your baby and wish to continue to breastfeed when you are reunited,
you should express your milk regularly to stimulate your milk supply.
You need to nd the optimum times of the day to express your milk, for example just before or
after your baby’s rst feed in the morning when your breasts are full, or after a feed if your baby has
not emptied both breasts. If you have returned to work, you may need to express during a break.
Using a breast pump requires practice and it may take several attempts before you succeed.
Fortunately, the Philips AVENT manual breast pump is easy to assemble and use so you will soon
get used to expressing with it.
Tips
- Familiarise yourself with the breast pump and how to operate it before you use it for the rst
time.
- Choose a time when you are not in a rush and will not be interrupted.
- A photograph of your baby can help encourage the ‘let-down’ reex.
- Warmth can also help: try to express after a bath or shower, or place a warm cloth or Philips
AVENT Thermopad on the breast for a few minutes before you start expressing.
- You may nd it easier to express while your baby is feeding from the other breast, or
immediately after a feed.
- If expressing becomes painful, stop and consult your breastfeeding advisor.
Operatingthebreastpump
1 Wash your hands thoroughly and make sure your breasts are clean.
2 Relax in a comfortable chair (you may wish to use cushions to support your back). Make sure
you have a glass of water nearby.
3 Press the assembled breast pump against your breast. Make sure that your nipple is centered,
so that the massage cushion creates an airtight seal.
4 Gently start to press down the handle until you feel the suction on your breast. Then allow
the handle to return to its resting position.
Note: You do not have to press down the handle fully, only as much as is comfortable. Your milk will soon
start owing, even though you are not using all the suction the pump can generate.
5 Repeat step 4 rapidly 5 or 6 times to initiate the ‘let-down’ reex.
6 Adopt a slower rhythm by pressing down the handle and keeping it pressed down for up to 3
seconds before you let it return to its resting position. Continue in this way while your milk
is owing. If your hand becomes tired, try to use the other hand to operate the breast pump
or rest your arm across your body to pump from the opposite breast.
Note: Do not worry if your milk does not ow immediately. Relax and continue pumping. Repositioning
the breast pump on your breast from time to time can help stimulate milk ow.
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Do not continue pumping for more than 5 minutes at a time if you do not succeed in expressing
any milk. Try to express at another time during the day. If the process becomes very
uncomfortable or painful, stop using the pump and consult your breastfeeding advisor.
7 On average, you need to pump for 10 minutes to express 60-125ml (2-4 oz) of breast milk.
However, this is just an indication and varies from woman to woman.
8 When you have nished expressing, carefully remove the breast pump from your breast and
unscrew the bottle or breast milk container from the pump body ready for feeding/storage.
Clean the other used parts of the breast pump according to the instructions in the chapter
‘Cleaning and sterilising’.
Note: If you regularly express more than 125ml per session, you can use a 260ml/9 oz Philips AVENT
bottle or 240ml/8 oz Philips AVENT storage cup to prevent overlling and spillage.
After use
Storing breast milk
Only store breast milk collected with a sterile pump.
Breast milk can be stored in the fridge (not in the door) for up to 48 hours. Expressed milk should
be refrigerated immediately. If you store milk in the fridge to add to during the day, only add milk
that has been expressed into a sterilised bottle or breast milk container.
Breast milk can be stored in the freezer for up to three months as long as it is kept in either
sterilised bottles tted with a sterilised screw ring and sealing disc or in sterilised storage cups with a
sterilised lid. Clearly label the bottle or storage cup with the date and time of expression and use
older breast milk rst.
If you intend to feed your baby with the expressed breast milk within 48 hours, you can store the
breast milk in the fridge in an assembled Philips AVENT bottle or storage cup:
1 Unscrew the bottle or storage cup and remove it from the pump body.
2 Assemble a sterilised teat and screw ring onto the bottle or storage cup according to the
separate instructions provided with the bottle or storage cup.
3 Seal the teat with the dome cap.
Do’s
- Always refrigerate or freeze expressed milk immediately.
- Only store milk collected with a sterilised breast pump in sterilised bottles or sterilised storage
cups.
Don’ts
- Never refreeze thawed breast milk.
- Never add fresh breast milk to frozen breast milk.
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Do not continue pumping for more than 5 minutes at a time if you do not succeed in expressing
any milk. Try to express at another time during the day. If the process becomes very
uncomfortable or painful, stop using the pump and consult your breastfeeding advisor.
7 On average, you need to pump for 10 minutes to express 60-125ml (2-4 oz) of breast milk.
However, this is just an indication and varies from woman to woman.
8 When you have nished expressing, carefully remove the breast pump from your breast and
unscrew the bottle or breast milk container from the pump body ready for feeding/storage.
Clean the other used parts of the breast pump according to the instructions in the chapter
‘Cleaning and sterilising’.
Note: If you regularly express more than 125ml per session, you can use a 260ml/9 oz Philips AVENT
bottle or 240ml/8 oz Philips AVENT storage cup to prevent overlling and spillage.
After use
Storing breast milk
Only store breast milk collected with a sterile pump.
Breast milk can be stored in the fridge (not in the door) for up to 48 hours. Expressed milk should
be refrigerated immediately. If you store milk in the fridge to add to during the day, only add milk
that has been expressed into a sterilised bottle or breast milk container.
Breast milk can be stored in the freezer for up to three months as long as it is kept in either
sterilised bottles tted with a sterilised screw ring and sealing disc or in sterilised storage cups with a
sterilised lid. Clearly label the bottle or storage cup with the date and time of expression and use
older breast milk rst.
If you intend to feed your baby with the expressed breast milk within 48 hours, you can store the
breast milk in the fridge in an assembled Philips AVENT bottle or storage cup:
1 Unscrew the bottle or storage cup and remove it from the pump body.
2 Assemble a sterilised teat and screw ring onto the bottle or storage cup according to the
separate instructions provided with the bottle or storage cup.
3 Seal the teat with the dome cap.
Do’s
- Always refrigerate or freeze expressed milk immediately.
- Only store milk collected with a sterilised breast pump in sterilised bottles or sterilised storage
cups.
Don’ts
- Never refreeze thawed breast milk.
- Never add fresh breast milk to frozen breast milk.
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Feeding your baby expressed breast milk
You can feed your baby with breast milk from Philips AVENT bottles and storage cups:
1 If you use frozen breast milk, let it defrost completely before you heat it.
Note: In case of an emergency, you can defrost the milk in a bowl of hot water.
2 Heat the bottle or storage cup with defrosted or refrigerated breast milk in a bowl of hot water
or in a bottle warmer.
3 Remove the screw ring and sealing disc from the bottle or remove the lid from the storage cup.
4 If you are using a storage cup, screw the adapter ring onto the cup.
5 Screw a sterilised screw ring with sterilised teat onto the bottle or onto the storage cup with
adapter ring.
Do’s
- Always check the temperature of the milk before you feed it to your baby.
- Always discard any breast milk that is left over at the end of a feed.
Don’ts
- Never heat milk in a microwave, as this can cause uneven heating, which can lead to hot spots in
the milk. It may also destroy nutrients in the milk.
- Never immerse a frozen storage cup in boiling water, as this may cause it to crack.
- Never ll a storage cup with boiling water. Let the water cool down for 20 minutes before you
pour it into the storage cup.
Cleaning and sterilising
Clean and sterilise all parts of the breast pump before rst use. Clean all parts after each
subsequent use and sterilise all parts before each subsequent use.
1 Disassemble the breast pump completely. Also remove the white valve.
Be careful when you remove the white valve and when you clean it. If it gets damaged, your
breast pump does not function properly. To remove the white valve, gently pull at the ribbed tab
on the side of the valve.
2 Clean all parts in hot water with some mild washing-up liquid and then rinse them
thoroughly. You can also clean the parts in the dishwasher (on the top rack only).
To clean the valve, rub it gently between your ngers in warm water with some washing-up
liquid. Do not insert objects into the valve, as this may cause damage.
3 Sterilise all parts in a Philips AVENT steam steriliser or by boiling them for 5 minutes.
Storage
Keep the breast pump out of direct sunlight as prolonged exposure may cause discolouration.
1 Store the breast pump and its accessories in a safe and dry place.
Compatibility
The Philips AVENT manual breast pump is compatible with Philips AVENT bottles in our range.
When you use bottles that feature our two-piece anti-colic system, always insert the ring in the top
of the bottle before you attach it to the breast pump. When you use other Philips AVENT bottles,
use the same type of teat that was supplied with that bottle. For details on how to assemble the
teat and general cleaning instructions, refer to the user manual that came with your bottle. These
details can also be found on our website, www.philips.com/support.
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Orderingaccessories
To purchase accessories for this breast pump, please visit our website www.philips.com/shop. If you
have any difculties obtaining accessories for your breast pump, please contact the Philips Consumer
Care Centre in your country. You nd its contact details in the worldwide guarantee leaet. You can
also visit www.philips.com/support.
Guarantee and service
If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips AVENT website
at www.philips.com/support or contact the Philips AVENT Consumer Care Centre in your country.
Yo u nd its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaet. If there is no Consumer Care Centre
in your country, go to your local Philips AVENT dealer.
Troubleshooting
This chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter with the breast pump.
If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, contact the Consumer Care
Centre in your country or visit us online at www.philips.com/support.
Problem Solution
I experience pain
when I use the breast
pump.
Stop using the breast pump and consult your breastfeeding advisor. If the
pump does not come away easily from the breast, it may be necessary
to break the vacuum by placing a nger between the breast and the
massage cushion or between the breast and the pump funnel.
The breast pump is
scratched.
In case of regular use, some light scratching is normal and does not cause
problems. However, if a part of the breast pump becomes badly
scratched or if it cracks, stop using the breast pump and contact the
Philips Consumer Care Centre or visit www.philips.com/shop to obtain a
replacement part. Be aware that combinations of cleaning agents,
sterilising solution, softened water and temperature uctuations may,
under certain circumstances, cause the plastic to crack. Avoid contact
with abrasive or antibacterial detergents as these can damage the plastic.
The breast pump is
discoloured.
You can still use the breast pump. For replacement parts, please
contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country or visit
www.philips.com/shop for spare parts.
I do not feel any
suction.
Follow the steps in chapter ‘Preparing for use’, to reassemble the breast
pump. Make sure the massage cushion is sealed around the rim of the
breast pump and make sure the white valve is rmly in place.
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Avent SCD293/00 is a reliable steam sterilizer designed to eliminate 99.9% of harmful germs from your baby's bottles, soothers, breast pumps, and other accessories. It operates with a rapid sterilization cycle of just 6 minutes and has a compact design that fits easily on your kitchen counter. The unit features a large capacity, allowing you to sterilize up to 6 Philips Avent 11oz/330ml bottles or 2 breast pumps at once.
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