RVF 327, 327 S, 330, 330 S
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Maintenance
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5.2
CLEANING THE VACUUM FILLING MACHINE
Vacuum filling machines, in which products for human consumption are pro-
cessed, need to be cleaned and disinfected after ending every production, after a
break in operation of > 1-1, 5 hours, but at least 1 x daily. Calcium or protein
build-up must me removed at least 1 x per month with an acidic cleaning agent
e.g., Henkel P3-topax 56" or "Goldschmidt SOMPLEX acid cream", or another
adequate cleaning agent (the naming of specific products is not suggestive of the
expected quality, but simply pointing out the effects of the products).
These measures are essential for the :
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problem free quality of the product
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avoidance of biological un-cleanliness of the product
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filling appropriate hygiene requirements
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Value upkeep of Vacuum filling machine.
The cleaning can alternatively be carried out with alkaloid and acidic solvents.
The appropriate agent alternatively usable or must be selected in correspond-
ence with the material nature of the machine components. Suggestions and op-
eration manual of the supplier of such agents must be followed to the letter!
5.2.1
Material types and cleaning procedures
With the use of cleaning and disinfectant agents, the material tolerance must be
respected. The following chart offers insight into the usable cleaning procedures,
which are subsequently explained in the "cleaning plan".
