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SOP for Vacuum Pump

Learn how to operate the Vacuum Pump used in quality control for filtration of mobile phase.
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1. OBJECTIVE

To lay down the standard operating prodeure for the vacuum pump.

2. SCOPE

This procedure is applicable for vacuum pump in Quality Control Department.

3. RESPONSIBILITY

Chemist

4. ACCOUNTABILITY

Department Head

5. PROCEDURE

5.1 Ensure that unit is placed on sturdy & leveled surface.
5.2 Ensure that all the connections of the equipment are proper.
5.3 Attach a silicon or rubber tubing to the outlet of the vacuum pump & attach another terminus of the tube to the required apparatus or equipment e.g. filtration assembly or vacuum oven.
5.4 Ensure that whole system is ready for the start-up of suction.
5.5 Turn on the mains as well as the button of the vacuum pump.
5.6 After vacuum creation activity is completed, turn off the pump.
5.7 Precautions: Never allow any liquid to enter the pump.

6.0 ABBREVIATIONS

6.1 SOP: Standard Operating Procedure
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