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5–3 Packing, Sterilizing, and
Drying
1 Use an FDA-approved sterilization pouch that conforms
to ISO 11607-1, and seal the pouch. Maximum
temperature for NSK instruments is 135 °C (275 °F)
(Fig. 24).
ISO 11607-1
Fig. 24
2 Perform steam sterilization with the following conditions.
NOTICE
• Wiping is not an alternative method of cleaning.
Please do not skip the required cleaning steps which
are previously displayed.
After cleaning, if moisture is present, wipe it off with a dry
cloth or blow it off with compressed air (≤0.35 MPa) until
there is no moisture in the interior and exterior of the
product.
When blowing off with compressed air, cover the product
with a cloth to prevent the scattering of water.