SOP for Cleaning Procedure of Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (Model No: 902, Make: GBC)

OBJECTIVE

To clearly lay down a procedure for cleaning the Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (Model No: 902, Make: GBC).

SCOPE

This procedure applies to the Atomic absorption spectrophotometer installed in the quality control laboratory.

RESPONSIBILITY

Doing: Technical Assistant /Executive

Checking: Executive/Manager

ACCOUNTABILITY

Head of the Department

PROCEDURE

• After completion of the analysis, do the following.
• Remove the used glassware.
• Aspirate with the blank solution for one minute to remove any residue remaining in the suction pipe.
• Clean the suction pipe with distilled water for four times.
• Switch ‘OFF ’the instrument.
• Switch ‘OFF ’ the mains.
• Clean the burner slit using a wooden strip (Provided by the manufacturer, especially for this purpose ) or using hard paper.
• Remove the lamp from the instrument and keep it in the drawer.
• Clean the outer surface of the instrument with a dry clean cotton cloth and remove any dirt or spots by mopping it with isopropyl alcohol and dry it with tissue paper. Record in the format of an instrument log card.

ABBREVIATIONS

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REVISION HISTORY

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