Operation and Maintenance of Cream Dispensing Pump

1) Purpose

The purpose of this SOP is to outline the procedures for operating and maintaining the cream dispensing pump to ensure accurate dispensing of cream during the manufacturing process.

2) Scope

This SOP applies to all personnel involved in the operation, cleaning, and maintenance of the cream dispensing pump in the manufacturing facility.

3) Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of production operators, maintenance staff, and quality control personnel to follow this SOP to ensure proper operation and maintenance of the cream dispensing pump.

4) Procedure

4.1 Preparation

1. Ensure the work area and equipment are clean and sanitized before starting the dispensing process.
2. Verify the availability and integrity of cream formulations ready for dispensing.
3. Inspect the cream dispensing pump, including pump head, tubing, and controls, to ensure they are clean and in good working condition.

4.2 Dispensing Process

1. Set up the dispensing pump according to the specifications of the cream formulation.
2. Prime the pump and adjust the dispensing rate as per operational requirements.
3. Start the dispensing process and monitor the pump to ensure accurate dispensing of cream into containers or packaging.

4.3 Cleaning and Maintenance

1. Stop the dispensing process after completing the batch.
2. Flush the pump system with appropriate cleaning agents to remove any residual cream.
3. Perform routine maintenance tasks such as lubrication of moving parts and inspection of seals and valves.

5) Abbreviations, if any

N/A

6) Documents, if any

Batch production record, Cleaning log, Cream dispensing pump specifications

7) Reference, if any

GMP guidelines, Manufacturer’s operating manual for cream dispensing pump

8) SOP Version

Version 1.0