Just got sterilizer, but the instructions state: "with the completion of sterilization, turn off power switch." How long does it take to sterilize?
288337
it is about 20 minutes but please check your manufacture's instruction first.
1512714
use anvent sterilizr is for sure, because i sterilized them after every use, but i never boiled it, but i think its ok
1466170
I don't. Why would a douche bulb need sterilizing before every use? Just empty bulb and let air dry, no problems!
1790231
YES! After I emptied the container of the left over, I started the rinsing process. Four containers of rinsing I still had the button lit. I decided to let it be for a while before I demolished it.Next morning I ran white vinegar thru it and let it rest.I then ran water and low and behold the button went off. good luck
178827
completion of the cleaning,it will taking into the sterilizer.first high temperature disinfection,second dry again. ensure that there is no water in the nipple.
991345
I was told just to run the tube in the water that is left in the morning and it will keep it sterile or you can add more water before the sterilization, and then after it runs and sits it is ready for the night..it does save some on your water usage this way
2192113
Depending on the level of heat you put under it, sterilization starts at 15 PSI but it can go up to 20 PSI. You will enjoy it!
704973
I would just sterilize after the initial purchase. You really don't need to sterilize bottles/parts each time anymore. That is an old recommendation from when water supplies weren't as safe. I do sterilize my bottles/parts once in a while still but really just hot soapy water or a run through the dishwasher is sufficient. Plus if you think about it- When you sterilize an item you also need to sterilize the tongs used to pick it up, the counter or drying rack you sit it on, the cupboard which it then goes into, and any other surface it is likely to touch by the time it's used for a feeding... You are never going to be able to keep your bottles sterile.
440108
I was worried about sterilizing this also when I bought it. However my pediatrician says that as long as you rinse it with warm water right after you are done using it then wash it with warm soapy water you never have to sterilize. He says the same thing about bottles. That works for us because I wash it with hot soapy water as soon as it is empty so I can fill it up again. Don't know if you are comfortable with that advice but I am passing it on. I do throw it in the dishwasher once in a blue moon.
1451788
Good question. The instructions say to hold the button down for 3 to 4 seconds. Sometimes it works, often it doesn't. I got tired of the inconsistency, so I plugged the unit into my master power control unit. Now I just turn it off with a dedicated switch on the master contol.
2112750
I completely took the nipple apart after every feeding and washed/scrubbed each piece by hand. I sterilized it out of the box and then probably 1x/month or so for the first 3 or 4 months.
218494
I sent my unit back because it never would start the timer, as if it hadn't gotten to pressure. However, what was in there got cooked. Ok....if you just let the pressure go down by itself, it may take 15 minutes before it will unlock. Just keep in mind that it will continue to cook some during this process. If you want to lower the pressure quickly, and think it will be messy, you can hold paper towels loosely over the valve while you release it.
440109
Yes, when I first bought it we sterilized in a pot of hot water for 5-10 mins. Other than that, we rinse it with the Medela soap and hot water. I wouldn't recommend using the microwave or dishwasher as these things can break down the plastic. Of course, that is being a really anal parent. Every two weeks I sterilize it again within a pot of hot water but I never use the microwave or dishwasher.
440111
We sterilize with the microwave. You put a little bit of water in the bottom and then nuke it on high for 4 minutes. Seems to be ok with that.
849565
Hi Monica, You don't have to sterilize the polisher because it comes with changing heads. Like a toothbrush. Hope that helps.
289953
Hi Julia, just seek help from the agent and they will help you..any issue on the sterilizer??
334831
Quoting my wife: you should wash the bottles with soap after everytime you use them before putting it into the sterilizer.