1.0 OBJECTIVE
To describe the procedure for the calibration of the bacteriological incubator.2.0 SCOPE
This SOP is applicable for the calibration of the bacteriological incubator.3.0 RESPONSIBILITY
Microbiologist - Quality Control4.0 ACCOUNTABILITY
Manager - Quality Control5.0 PROCEDURE
5.1 General cleaning procedure
5.1.1 Ensure that the power supply to the incubator is switched OFF.5.1.2 De-dust the incubator daily externally with a clean dry cloth.
5.1.3 Once in a week remove adhered dust by wet mopping using soap solution. Afterward, wipe the surface with a clean dry cloth to remove the moisture.
5.1.4 Mop the interior surfaces with a clean dry cloth, daily.
5.2 Operating Procedure
5.2.1 Ensure that the incubator is properly connected to the power supply.5.2.2 Switch 'ON' the main switch and then the cabinet switch.
5.2.3 Set the required temperature to 37.0 °C by pressing the 'set knob and soft keys.
5.2.4 Monitor the temperature daily as per following procedure.
5.2.5 Temperature shall be recorded which is displayed on LCD of the controller of the incubator.
5.2.6 Observe the temperature shown on the digital display. The temperature should not differ by + 2 °C.
5.2.7 Temperature of incubator having online printer shall be recorded in printout chart.
5.2.8 Take the print out on monthly basis.
5.2.9 If the online recording system is not working properly inform Manager-QC and put 'Out of Order' label.
5.2.10 Once the printer is rectified, a comment shall be written on the printout for the gap period.
5.2.11 Report any discrepancy observed during operation or temperature monitoring to Manager-QC.
5.2.12 Inform to Engineering Department for rectification and put the status label of 'Under Maintenance'.
5.2.13 Maintain the record of incubator usage as per annexure I.
5.2.14 If the online printer is not working satisfactory fill the temperature record as per Annexure II.
6.0 ABBREVIATIONS
6.1 SOP - Standard Operating Procedure
ANNEXURE - I
BACTERIOLOGICAL INCUBATOR USAGE LOG
INSTRUMENT ID.______________________ TEMP RANGE
Date
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Product
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B.No.
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Plate incubated
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Tube incubated
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Total No
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Time
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Removal
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Total No
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Time
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Removal
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Date
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Time
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Date
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Time
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Observation
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Remarks
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Analyst
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Checked By
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ANNEXURE - II
TEMPERATURE MONITORING RECORD
Date
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Temp. at 09.00. hours
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Temp. at 17.00. hours
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Checked by
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Remarks
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