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Before using your pump

Clean and sanitize the parts below before using your pump for the first time:

• Backflow protectors
• Breast shields
• Bottles, bottle disks, and bottle covers
• Nipples
• Valves

WARNING: Do not wash or boil tubing. Tubing needs to remain dry to avoid any potential mold contamination. When the pump is assembled and used correctly, your breast milk will not enter the tubing.

Cleaning and sanitizing instructions:

1. Only use drinking water or bottled water for cleaning.
2. Wash hands thoroughly.
3. Wash parts with a clean dish cloth or soft brush in warm soapy water.
4. Rinse parts with clear water.
5. Sanitize the parts in boiling water for 10 minutes.
6. Safely remove all parts from water with tongs.
7. Allow all parts to air dry in a clean area.

After using your pump

Disassemble and wash all parts that come in contact with your breasts or breast milk to avoid milk residue and bacteria growth. 

1. Thoroughly wash your hands before handling breast pump parts.
2. Disassemble each part that comes into contact with breast milk, including backflow protectors, breast shields, bottles, bottle disks, bottle covers, nipples, and valves.
3. Rinse each part in cool water to remove milk residue.
4. Wash each part in the sink with a soft brush or clean dishcloth or soak each part in warm soapy water for 5 minutes; follow with a thorough rinse. Alternatively, place the disassembled parts, except for the tubing, on the top rack of your dishwasher.
5. Dry each part with a clean towel and/or allow them to completely air dry on a sanitary surface.
6. Wipe the main body of the pump with a dry, clean towel after each use.
7. Store completely dry parts in a clean bag or container. Do not store any damp parts.

We recommend sanitizing daily, all parts that come in contact with your breast and breast milk.

1. Wash hands before touching breast pump and parts.
2. Place breast pump on a clean, dry, and secure surface.
3. Insert the backflow protector silicone membrane into the backflow protector bottom (the part that connects to the breast shield). Ensure that it fits securely and that the backflow protector silicone edge fits around the rim of the backflow protector bottom.
4. Snap on the backflow protector top (the component that connects to the tubing) to the assembled backflow protector bottom.
5. Push the valve onto the underside of the breast shield.
6. Connect the backflow protector assembly to the top of the breast shield. Use a twisting motion to attach and later remove this assembly to avoid damaging it.
7. Screw the bottle into the underside of the breast shield.
8. Connect the tubing to the backflow protector assembly and connect the other end of the tubing to your Cimilre pump (for single pumping attach the cap on one of the airflow ports).
9. Attach power adapter to the Cimilre pump.
10. Plug power adapter into a standard electrical outlet.

The Cimilre S6/S6+, S5+, and P1 will automatically remember your settings for your next pumping session. If you want to start pumping on different settings, adjust the settings before you start expressing.

The suction (vacuum) level refers to the suction strength; this is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg). When you are using the Cimilre S6/S6+, S5+, or P1, you will usually find that expressing is most effective on the highest suction level that is comfortable for you. 

Be sure the suction level is not set high enough to cause discomfort or pain, as this will hinder your milk flow.

The cycle speed refers to the speed of pumping and is measured in cycles per minute. With the Cimilre S6/S6+, you can adjust the cycle speed as well as the suction level in both Massage and Expression Modes. With the Cimilre S5+ and P1, you can adjust the suction level in both Massage and Expression Modes, and the cycle speed will automatically adjust to a pre-set speed found to be optimum for most moms at the given suction level.

This suction pattern has a fast cycle speed and low suction strength to help encourage a letdown and initiate milk flow.

This suction pattern has a slower cycle speed and higher suction strength to generate gentle and efficient milk expression.

This design uses a protective barrier that prevents air, bacteria, and/or the mother’s milk from passing through the tubing and into the pump motor. All Cimilre pump models use the same collection kit which includes two backflow protectors. Each is placed between the breast shield and tubing. This is the most hygienic option for pumping mothers as it protects the pump from mold growth and infectious particles.

Cimilre’s S5+ pump is referred to as “Dual Motor” because it has two motors instead of the traditional single motor design. With two motors, full suction strength is available to each breast, and the suction level can be adjusted for each side independently. This can be helpful when a gentler suction is needed on one side for nipple soreness or breast engorgement, or simply to customize suction levels for optimum milk collection. As with the Cimilre S6, S6+, and P1, the S5+ pump user can choose single (one breast) or double pumping (both breasts).

To prevent inadvertent changes to pump settings, such as when the P1 is placed in a pocket, press and hold the “M” button on the face of the pump to lock the touch control feature. The mode icon on the LCD screen will flash while the pump is locked. Press and hold the “M” button again to unlock the touch control feature. The mode icon on the LCD screen will stop flashing.

The Cimilre S6/S6+, S7, S5+, P1, and E1 power supplies are designed for use with standard U.S. outlets. Use of this adaptor outside the United States may result in breast pump motor damage and unpredictable operation. However, the Cimilre S6/S6+, S5+, and P1 pumps are dual voltage for EU usage and can accept both 110-120V and 220-240V.

You may recycle your pump parts (bottles, tubing, and breast shields) with your regular household items. Please follow your local guidelines for recycling the pump motor.