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Pharm D- Clinical Pharmacy Program Third Level Pharmaceutical Microbiology& Antimicrobials (PM 502)

➢ Fiber glass: a good insulator of heat and it is used in the oven to prevent the

transfer of heat from inside the device to the outside and maintain the internal

temperature.

➢ Chamber: The chamber is completely made of aluminum or stainless steel

➢ The shelves (mesh): They are plates on which the objects are placed, the

number of shelves varies according to the number and size of objects, the oven

capacity.

➢ Fan: even distribution of heat throughout the chamber

2- Electric part

➢ The power supply

➢ The heater

➢ Thermostat

➢ Temperature indicator (thermometer)

➢ Timer

➢ Control panel

Precautions

There are several precautions that should be taken when using a hot air oven:

1. Wear protective equipment to protect your hands from the heat.

2. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

3. Do not overheat materials: Overheating materials in a hot air oven can cause

them to catch fire or release harmful fumes.

4. Keep flammable materials away from the oven.

5. Keep the oven clean: to prevent a buildup of dirt or debris that could potentially

catch fire.

6. Keep Dry: Ensure the goods stored in the hot air oven for sterilization are dry.

7. Powders sterilized by hot air oven must be in shallow layers (small volume)

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