Manual pump vs electric pump?
1052299
Manual pump does not pull out much milk with each pump. Manual has short and weak suction and cannot compete with the amount of milk the electric can extract in the same amount of time. For me it was a complete waste of $. They should at least sell a set of 2 manual pumps so that you could pump from both breasts instead of 1 at a time. I'd have to sit and pump for at least 35 minutes (minimum - when it's not even full) to empty 1 breast. Seemed like a waste of time to me. It was faster to hand express into a bottle if I was out somewhere and had to get some relief.
1052300
I absolutely love my manual pump because I can take it anywhere. I use my Medela manual pump at work. I like that it is easy to clean, only 4 parts to put together, gives me privacy because it is quite compared to the electric pumps. The only con is that the medela manual breast pump is meant to be used occasionally not daily or it will start to lose suction.
1052301
Manual pump - Hand-held - One breast at a time - You have to manually pump yourself which can be quite the workout w your hands! - Convenient for travel bc they're small - Nice to have as a backup in case something goes wrong w your elec pump (I have both manual and elec) Electric pump - Can be plugged in or used w rechargeable battery - Does both breasts at the same time w option to do just one at a time - Saves loads of time - I have the Medela Freestyle electric pump which is also good for travel bc it comes w a nice bag and tiny cooler thing and the device itself is small (others are larger and may/may not be suitable for travel) - Worth every penny! - Insurance is now required to cover part of/all of the expenses of pumps, electric or otherwise. Call your ins co for details.
116524
I never used the manual pump but I don't see why not. I used several brands of storage bags with my medela pump.
194157
Do you want the automatic pump to run when the battery power is turned off? If so any single pole switch will work because your power to the float is wired direct to the battery. While the other power wire runs to the switch from battery controlling the manual operation. Did this help?
1880016
My bilge pumps can be operated manually and auto, since the pumps are wired to operate with a manual switch as well as with the auto switch.
1558618
Battery pack is better if you have the pump. Manual takes longer and is more difficult.
13141
The manual pump has a standard size breast shield. Do not get replacement sheilds for the manual pump, they will not fit. The manual pump is more comfortable because you control the suction.
178757
No, this is not an automatic pump. It requires manual and or float switching to opetate correctly.
565881
It does require electricity to turn on the pump. There is no option to inflate it manually. If you have a car ac inverter you can plug the bed into the outlet. All you need is an extension cord. It blows up in just under two mins.
1227291
You can pump it manually by hand by pushing in the top of the lid or you can use the electric pump by pressing and holding the button to dispense the water.
683924
We used an air compressor! But any electric pump would work, like the ones for air mattresses or pool floaties! Just be careful with the air compressor so you don't overfill and accidentally pop one of the chambers!
905821
No it is not automatic .I find these pumps better than any other makes and cheaper.I use these for my live bait tanks.
1980869
I've started mine both ways. The manual pull is pretty easy. I like having the electric start as backup.
1708779
With an electric pump I bought on Amazon - the "Intex 110 - 120 Volt AC Quick-fill Electric Pump". Inexpensive pump and the pool takes me only a few minutes to inflate - maybe 10 minutes tops. Very easy!!!
147231
The pump is electric and works well - emptied most of my swimming pool with it and it will suck up leaves, etc.
2072872
We used an electric pump. I think a bike pump would take a really long time. In my opinion.
2203033
No it does not come with a pump. I would suggest an electric pump. A manual pump would still be time consuming and very tiresome. A pump is a must!!
2240074
No it dose not have a manual switch , pump will burn if run dry , you can buy other pumps that will have a floter