SOP for Cleaning Procedure of Batch Printing Machine

OBJECTIVE

To lay down a procedure for cleaning of a batch printing machine (Semi-Automatic).

SCOPE

This procedure covers the cleaning of batch printing machine in the Beta Lactam Department.

RESPONSIBILITY

The concerned operator is responsible for the implementation of the process.

The Packing In-Charge is responsible for the execution and compliance of the procedure.

PROCEDURE

• Ensure that the machine is labeled as ‘TO BE CLEANED’ Enter the details in the ‘Equipment usage log’
• Switch 'OFF' the main power supply to the machine.
• Remove the coding stereos of the previous batch/product and hand over the same to the concerned Production Officer.

• Clean the ink roller with a lint-free cloth dipped in thinner.
• Clean the machine with the help of wet lint-free cloth followed by dry lint-free cloth.

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• Clean the stereo roller with lint-free cloth dipped in thinner.
• Switch ‘ON’ the machine and take a blank run, if any abnormal sound is observed rectify the same prior to start.
• Remove ‘TO BE CLEANED’ label and affix ‘CLEANED’ to the machine.
• Enter the details in the ‘Equipment cleaning log’

REFERENCE

SOP: Preparation, Approval, and Control of Standard Cleaning Procedures for equipment.

ABBREVIATION

Q.A: Quality Assurance

SCP: Standard Cleaning Procedure

No. : Number

P.D: Production

ANNEXURE

Nil.

REVISION HISTORY

Nil.

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