Cleaning and Assembly

Zero-Resistance™ Specialty Feeding System:

1. To assemble the Internal Vent System, connect the reservoir tube to the insert so that they fit snugly together.
2. Place Internal Vent System in the bottle.
3. Place the Infant-Paced Feeding Valve (blue one-way valve) into the backside of the nipple/teat.
4. Snap nipple/teat into the collar. Ensure nipple/teat and valve are seated securely within the collar.
5. Affix collar to bottle and turn until closed (do not over-tighten). If warming the bottle, loosen the collar to prevent fluid loss/leakage.
6. Do not warm the liquid beyond body temperature of 98.6°F (37°C).

NOTE: Dr. Brown’s® nipple/teat with the Infant-Paced Feeding Valve (blue one-way valve) in place will fill with liquid as infant elevates tongue to the underside of the nipple/teat during feeding. No manual priming of the nipple/teat is necessary.

Dr. Brown’s products are reusable which requires cleaning prior to first use and after each use.

1. Always use clean hands and wash cleaning surfaces with solution appropriate for areas with food contact.
2. Prior to first use, disassemble the bottle system, and clean all parts with soap and water, rinse well, and air dry. Consider sanitizing with Dr. Brown’s® Microwave Steam Sanitizing Bags (or comparable process). After each use, the bottle system should be disassembled, washed with soap and water, rinsed well, and air dried.
3. Use Dr. Brown’s® Non-Metal Bottle Brush or AccuBrush™ soft bristles to eliminate debris from the interior of the Dr. Brown’s bottle/vessel and collar.
4. Use Dr. Brown’s Wire Cleaning Brush to thoroughly clean the internal vent system (i.e., insert and reservoir tube) and Infant-Paced Feeding Valve (blue one-way valve) only. Note: Hospital is recommended to replace the wire cleaning brush every 24 hours after use. Do not use wire cleaning brush to clean nipples/teats.
5. Use the chevron tip at the bottom of either nonmetal bottle brush to eliminate debris inside the tip ofthe nipple/teat and assure the nipple/teat hole is clean and open.
6. Prior to each use and after cleaning, pull on the nipple/teat in all directions to make sure it does not tear. Note: Replace the nipple/teat prior to feeding if the integrity of the nipple/teat is compromised.
7. Consider sanitizing/sterilizing Dr. Brown’s bottle system (disassembled), nonmetal brushes, and one one-piece cone pacifiers at least every 24 hours after cleaning thoroughly with soap and water. Note: Do not place wire cleaning brush into the Microwave Steam Sanitizing Bag.
8. Place 2 oz/60mL of water into bag and seal bag tightly. Each Dr. Brown’s ® Microwave Steam Sanitizing Bag can be used for a total of 30 times at the power levels and time frames indicated on the bag.
9. Use care when removing bag from microwave as contents are hot. Cool for 10 minutes. Use drain spout to pour out excess water before removing sanitized parts. Note: Follow the directions on the side of the bag and observe the “WARNING -SAFETY NOTE” to avoid injury when using.

For questions, concerns, or additional information regarding the assembly, cleaning, and sanitization of Dr. Brown’s Medical products, please contact us at medinfo@drbrownsmedical.com.

Steam Sterilization (Autoclaving) – All Dr. Brown’s® bottle systems and nipples have been tested up to 30 cycles of autoclaving. (Letter of validation is available if required – Letter to support Steam Sterilization – Autoclave)

NOTE: The Dr. Brown’s® Non-Metal Bottle Brush and AccuBrush™ cannot be Steam Sterilized as the material for the products will not sustain the high temperature. Handi-Craft Company has not tested the Specialty Feeding System Infant-Paced Feeding Valve or Pacifiers with Steam Sterilization.