can you sterilize the parts in microwave steam sterilizer?
1811473
yes, I did it with mine and it was fine, but don't sterilize the tubing, just rinse with water if needed.
1811474
To be honest I'm not sure, but I don't see why not. You can always use the "old fashion" method of boiling water as well.
1811475
Yes. The instructions tells you to boil parts. I think the only part you can't is the tube.
1811476
My wife says: I frequently did, and I sent them through the dishwasher too. I think Ameda doesn't recommend it, especially for the white valves (the cheapest part that also has the biggest impact on suction), so I would just remove those and replace them frequently. They actually told me as much over the phone. I think you can still boil the valves, though.
365069
not possible. its a set kit, not really customizable or made for steam. not watertight.
989122
I put mine in microwave with steamer for six minutes. Comes out very nice !
1291979
I believe so. I use Avent steam sterilizer with all the parts except the tubes as the tubes seem to hold up well without any milk went in it, so I haven't sterilized it. I remember cleaning my first pair of tubes and it takes at least a week to dry even hanging it straight up and down.
2061070
I would say that you may not want to do this. The do make bags especially for microwave steaming. You may want to contact the company directly for that questions. I am always Leary of chemical leaching on to food. I use these but do not microwave them. I rarely microwave to defrost or cook that is a personal preference.
264835
yes, the whole thing can be dismantled. Steams fast, great. PLEASE, ad a pinch of salt if having vapor issues. great buy. Hope this answered your questions.
2125063
I wouldn't think so, in fact I think they would be damaged by the high heat of a microwave oven. Drying them in a warm (not with the oven on, just after it has warmed up a little and then shut off) might work. My question is how did they become so saturated that the would need to be dried. They are not meant to soak up liquid water, just water (humidity) in the ambient air.
108235
It doesn't state on the box that you can use in the microwave, so I would not. However, I have always used very hot water and alcohol wipes or cotton ball and alcohol to sanitize. You can also boil water and place Neti in a larger pot and pour the boiling water in it and on it to sanitize.
1032076
As far as microwaving-I wouldn't recommend it only because you shouldn't microwave a bottle due to hot spots and uneven warming, so why is this any different? I DO put ours threw the bottle sterilizer in the microwave and they come out fine. I also put them threw the dishwasher and they do well.
2011368
I prefer not to. You can't sterilize them. Can't remember if you can steam sterilize though. the spoons are plastic although they are soft. still, i bought silicone tipped spoons and rubber spoons for my baby because he chews on them. i didnt feel comfortable with the plastic. plus, you can sterilize it if it's silicone tipped. i saved mine for future use. im sure he will appreciate the colors better when hes a bit older or has teeth already.
1563306
The manufacturer's manual instructions indicate that they should be sterilize only in boiling water. They do not recommend microwave sterilization. I have no idea why. I did follow the instructions and my bottles are in great condition after been boil a lot of times.
1195427
No, you might consider buying purex containers, is never good to ise plastic in the microwave even if they say is the type microwave save. These containers are not
7977
Yes you can and it will be sanitized also. Being slow I stuck my finger in the steam and it was hot. Some cold water helped and I won't do that again.
580233
I don't have the packaging anymore to confirm, but I think it said that you could NOT steam sterilize it. It is top dishwasher safe though.
655871
I believe it can be fixed but seems like a lot of trouble. I tried opening it nut it was hard to get to the part that needs replacement (some sort of thermostat fuse or something). There are no guarantees how long that fix will last so for me, it's not worth the trouble so I just bought one of those microwaveable bottle sterilizers.
108234
Nothing on the box discusses sterilization procedures. It is made of ceramic material similar to a coffee mug or cup, and is made in China. The label says it is lead free and dishwasher safe. I put about an inch of water in mine and microwaved it for 20 seconds and it warmed the water and nothing happened to the netipot. I am not expert on sterilization but I think that putting water in it and heating it in the microwave would be no different than boiling water in a coffee cup. Hope this helps.
1563307
I don't know. I always sterilized mine in my Medela microwave bags and never had an issue