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Replacements Beginning point: Replacement copy arrives with information re call number or barcode for the lost item. Decision point: Is the replacement copy the same edition as the lost item? • If so:  Proceed to Step 1. • If not:  Withdraw the lost item, following the instructions for Withdrawals.  Find and export a matching record from WorldCat. Step 1: Change the Item Process Status for the lost item to MI (not WD), which will suppress the item from the OPAC display. Step 2: Add an Internal note: “Lost and replaced by patron [date, initials].” Step 3: Create a new item record for the replacement copy. Step 4: Update the copy number. Step 5: Add the following internal note: “Replacement copy [date, initals].” Step 6: Code the Statistic as a gift: 02. Step 7: Check the OPAC to confirm that the item now appears “available.” Step 8: End process the replacement copy. End of process: Put replacement copy on a circulation truck.