Classroom Organization and Spring Cleaning | Autoclave with American Standard Pressure Sterilizer

Its important to regularly collect microorganisms from the fridge and incubators and sterilize them. Spring is a good time for this - don't leave surprises for your colleagues over the summer, and make your room a little more ready for fall - future you will thank you!

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IIRC, the vent toggle should remain open until it has vented steam for 5 minutes before you close the toggle to build pressure. That allows the dry air to vent out of the sterilisation “bucket”, ensuring that steam has permeated all contents of the load. Happy sterilising! 🙂