Ref / Pt.No: 294130
Operating Instructions for Safe Use
Fullwood M²erlin
Revision: C
Date: 24-Mar-17
294130
Page 55 of 81
12. Cleaning the machine
PUT MACHINE INTO PAUSE BEFORE CARRYING OUT MANUAL CLEANING
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Manual Cleaning of machine
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It is recommended to have a written procedure in place, describing how the
cleaning of the milking facilities shall be carried out.
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All milking equipment, lines, and surfaces that come into contact with milk,
dirt or manure must be thoroughly cleaned and/or disinfected.
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In addition to the boiling water wash cycle for internal surfaces, manual
cleaning of the machine is also required.
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No electrical equipment should be volume/pressure washed, for most
applications a bucket of soapy warm water will remove all surface dirt.
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HMI Control Panel
Using a damp soft cloth gently rub the surfaces, no detergents. Never
use a volume/pressure washer.
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Holding Crate & Robotic Arm
Using a hose pipe (low pressure) or a bucket of soapy water and a
brush, remove all debris from interior and exterior of crate and arm.
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External Milking Equipment
Use a bucket of soapy water and a brush to remove all dirt from
external milking equipment; this includes all stainless steel on show,
i.e. interceptor, etc.
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Laser
Apply a small amount of solvent (017439) to a clean dry cloth
Wipe lens clean, ensuring not to leave the glass smeared
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Parlour Floor
The floor area surrounding the machine needs to be cleaned to keep
it free from any accumulation of manure, or dirt. Floors must be
constructed to slope to an appropriate point of drainage.
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Teat Rollers
If required, clean the teat roller brushes by removing and washing in a
bucket of soapy water.
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Cartesian
Remove the front covers to reveal the Cartesian, clean rails and
rollers with a soft cloth removing any dirt. Beware of finger traps.
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3D camera
Wipe lens of camera with soft damp cloth. This may need to be
performed more frequently in dusty / dirty environments.
