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1. Seal the individual parts or equipment separately in packages appropriate
for steam sterilization (autoclaving) according to your healthcare facility’s
protocol.
2. Steam sterilize the packages according to the recommended steam
sterilization (autoclaving) exposure parameters as described in Section
6.12, “Steam sterilization (autoclaving)” on page 104 and the sterilizer
manufacturer’s instructions.
3. Following steam sterilization (autoclaving), let all components gradually cool
down to room temperature.
4. Store the components following the instructions as described in Chapter 12,
“Storage and Disposal”.