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11. Use single-use wraps once only and discard after use.
12. Place a sterilization indicator strip on the tray.
13. Place instruments with ratchets opened and unlocked or clipped on the first
ratchet position.
14. Disassemble or sufficiently loosen multiple-part instruments prior to
packaging to permit the sterilizing agent to come into contact with all parts
of the instrument.
15. Tilt on edge items prone to entrap air and moisture, e.g. hollowware, so that
only minimal resistance to removal of air, the passage of steam and
condensate will be met.
16. Load items within the boundaries of the tray so that they do not touch the
chamber walls.
17. The operator may use racks to allow for adequate separation of packaged
instruments.
18. Load trays in such a way as to allow steam to move freely among all items.
19. Once a week, use a biological spore test indicator in any load to make sure
sterilization is performed efficiently.
20. Make sure that all instruments remain apart during the sterilization cycle.
21. Empty canisters should be placed upside-down, in order to prevent
accumulation of water.
22. Wrapped Instruments
1. Wrapped instruments should be packed in material that promotes drying
such as autoclave bag, autoclave paper, and muslin towels.
2. It is highly recommended to utilize the Tuttnauer
Pouch Rack. This
rack allows the operator to place pouches on their side, thus increasing
the capacity of the autoclave significantly and promoting better drying
of the instruments. Contact your dealer for details.
3. Verify that the packaging method is in accordance with good practice
approach and the packaging materials are in accordance with the
applicable standards (e.g. EN868 series).
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