Using the Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep machine involves a quick, simple process to prepare a baby's formula bottle at the ideal temperature in minutes. This machine is designed to streamline feed times, especially during the night, by eliminating the need to boil and cool water.
The core of using the Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep machine involves a "hot shot" of water, adding formula, and then topping up with cooler filtered water.
How to Use the Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Machine
Here's a step-by-step guide to making a formula bottle with your Perfect Prep machine:
I. Initial Setup (First Use & Maintenance)
Before your first bottle, you'll need to set up the machine:
- Clean the Machine: Wash all removable parts (bottle stand, lid, filter cap).
- Install Filter: Insert the Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep anti-bacterial filter into the water tank. Fill the tank with cold tap water.
- First Fill Cycle: Place a large empty bottle (or container) under the dispenser. Follow the machine's instructions to run a "first fill" cycle. This primes the machine and flushes the system.
- Refill Tank: Once the cycle is complete, the machine is ready. Ensure the water tank is always filled to the MAX line with cold tap water.
II. Preparing a Formula Bottle
Once the machine is set up, preparing a feed is straightforward:
- Place Bottle: Position your empty, sterilized baby bottle on the bottle stand under the dispenser.
- Select Volume: Use the dial on the machine to select the desired feed volume (e.g., 4oz, 5oz, 6oz).
- Start Hot Shot: Press the start button. The machine will dispense a hot shot of water into your bottle. This initial shot is very hot, designed to kill any bacteria in the formula powder and help it dissolve quickly.
- Add Formula: When you hear the beep, indicating the hot shot is complete, remove the bottle from the stand. Now, carefully add the correct number of formula scoops to the hot water in the bottle, according to your formula manufacturer's instructions.
- Mix Formula: Secure the bottle's lid (or teat and cap) and shake thoroughly to ensure the formula powder is fully dissolved and mixed with the hot water.
- Complete Fill: Remove the lid and place the bottle back onto the machine's stand under the dispenser. Press the start button again. The machine will now dispense the remaining cooler filtered water to reach your selected feed volume.
- Final Check: Once the machine beeps to signal completion, remove the bottle. Put the lid back on and give it one final gentle shake. Always check the feed temperature on your wrist before giving it to your baby. It should feel lukewarm, not hot.
Summary of Feeding Steps:
| Step | Action | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Select Volume & Hot Shot | Place empty bottle, select size, press start. | Dispenses hot water to sterilize formula. |
| 2. Add Formula | Upon beep, remove bottle, add formula scoops, shake well. | Introduces formula to hot water, begins dissolving. |
| 3. Complete Fill | Place bottle back on stand, press start. | Dispenses cooler water to reach desired volume and temperature. |
| 4. Final Check | Remove bottle, shake gently, check temperature on wrist before feeding. | Ensures even mixing and confirms safe feeding temperature (lukewarm). |
III. Maintenance Tips for Optimal Performance
- Change Filter Regularly: Replace the Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep filter every 3 months or when the filter warning light illuminates. Only use genuine Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep filters.
- Cleaning Cycles: Follow the machine's instructions to run a cleaning cycle approximately every 4 weeks. This helps to descale and sanitize the internal system.
- Keep Tank Full: Always ensure the water tank is filled to the maximum level with fresh, cold tap water.
For a visual demonstration of how to use your Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep machine, you can search for "Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Review / Demo" on YouTube or visit the official Tommee Tippee YouTube channel for detailed tutorials Link to example YouTube channel - e.g., "https://www.youtube.com/@TommeeTippeeOfficial".
