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• An insulated chamber
surrounded by an outer
case containing electric
heaters.
• A fan
• Shelves
• Thermocouples
• Temperature sensor
• Door locking controls
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Lab. Instruments Practical Lecture 5
Advantages
• This treatment kills the bacterial endotoxin, not all treatments can do this.
• Protective of sharps or instruments with a cutting edge (fewer problems with
dulling of cutting edges).
• Dry heat sterilization by Hot Air Oven does not leave any chemical residue.
• Eliminates “wet pack” problems in humid climates.
Disadvantages
Safety Guidelines