What is the correct way to clean and preheat the autoclave?

A. Overheat the chamber to warm it
B. Clean the autoclave after several uses
C. Check the discharge lines and valves for obstruction
D. Load cold instruments into an overheated chamber
E. Fill the water reservoir with tap water


Answer: C

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