during a few pumping sessions i noticed i was collecting less than my normal amount from my left boob. i thought maybe my left side was becoming a slacker. at the next pumping session my right side was the slacker. i finally realized that the suction seemed low on one side. frantic, i googled and found the following from ameda.com:
"Problem: Decreased Suction
Solution: Remove the tubing and white connector from the side of the pump and place a finger over the pump outlet. If you feel suction, the pump is operating properly, but the collection kit may not be correctly assembled or the white valve may be damaged. If no suction is felt on your finger, try unplugging the adapter from the electrical outlet, wait a few seconds, and plug it back into the electrical outlet.
Solution 2: Make sure the collection kit is properly assembled.
Solution 3: Inspect the white valve for a tear or pinhole. This component is critical to achieving proper suction. Replace the white valve with one of the spare valves provided with the product.
Solution 4: Check the tubing adapter on the side of the pump to make sure it is closed when single pumping. If open, close the adapter."
when placing my finger over the pump outlet i immediately felt suction. i inspected the tubing and valve covers next for tears and found nothing. my friend lori warned that it might be impossible to detect a small hole in the valve cover so i decided to give my pump a thorough cleaning and switch out the valve covers with a brand new spare set i had in my pump tote. either my pump appreciated the spa treatment or i did have a faulty valve cover because at the next pumping session the suction had improved enough that it felt like i had a new pump.
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