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Is it okay to microwave nebulizer or in baby bottle sterilizer?
Was calling some number today to order a few more nebulizers so that if I go away, I won't have to keep cleaning/sterilizing (great suggestion obtained from the forum). I happened to ask the question: "Is it all right to microwave nebulizer in steam bags or in baby bottle sterilizer equipment?" The gal replied an emphatic "no". I was not clever enough to ask why ... suppose plastic might melt or give off something toxic?? Person went on to say that they only recommend boiling (for 5 minutes) or soaking in 1part white vinegar to 3 parts water for at least 30 minutes. I wish that I could find the number that I called but anyone may verify by going on internet and calling a number or live chatting with someone from a reputable nebulizer company. Please advise if you get a different response. Hope that this is helpful.
Terry
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Scoop,
How did you test the temperature? I have not used any sterilizer yet, but for my upcoming trip, I plan to. It would give me peace of mind if I can know how hot the water in the sterilizer gets. If I use the meat thermometer, then the lid can't be closed.
Ling
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I stuck the therm probe through the slits in the top and did not remove the top. A remote therm helps (like one of the ones you use in the oven with a wire cord).
Thanks, will give a try, the slits are so narrow, but the tip of the thermometer stick can go in.
Ling