GTR-3455
Doc Ref: Page: 23
Date: 13/01/13 Issue: H
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Tray Sealing Solutions
4. CLEANING OF YOUR PROSEAL MACHINE
Effective cleaning and sanitation of your Proseal machine is required to achieve the correct level of
hygiene in food production. If these are not adhered to there is a greater risk of food becoming
contaminated. It is recommended that the machine is cleaned at each product change and at the
end of each shift. The following information should be used in conjunction with the site methods to
achieve the required hygiene standard. Cleaning solutions should be applied as per to the
manufacturer’s recommendations. Under no circumstances should the Proseal machine be
subjected to high pressure hoses.
Before cleaning the machine carry out the following procedures:
1. Isolate the electrical supply to the machine
2. Ensure any product or packaging is removed from the machine which may be left from the last
production run
3. Ensure all enclosures and cubicle doors are fully closed to prevent water damage to the
electrical components.
4. If the machine has any auto tool locking features set the tool lock to “OFF” before isolating the
power supply.
5. Remove the base tools. These can be cleaned away from the machine if required
6. Remove top tool and place in a safe place such as a dry room where the tool can be cleaned
and serviced without risking damage to the electrical components.
7. There are several sensors and electrical connectors fitted to the machine which can easily be
damaged if water or cleaning solutions are used directly at them. These should be covered
before carrying out any cleaning operations with hoses. They should only be cleaned with a soft
damp cloth or sanitised wipe.
8. Open all interlocked guards to gain access areas of the machine which require cleaning.
The machine can be divided into 2 sections to enable the machine to be cleaned safely and
effectively.
Above the table line
This is an area where under normal conditions the machine should only require cleaning with a soft
damp cloth or sanitised wipes. This area normally contains all the major electrical components
which should not be subjected to any pressure hosing.
Below the table line
This is area which can be subjected to low pressure hosing to remove contamination. Before using
a hose or foaming agents this area should be rinsed and cleaned manually to ensure any food or
packaging material is removed which hosing or cleaning agents may not remove.
Rinse any areas which have been subject to cleaning agents to remove residues which could
degrade machine components such as bearings; seals etc.
The correct cleaning of your Proseal machine is also recommended to ensure that the machine
functions correctly.
The machine has been designed to make cleaning as easy and effective as possible. This includes
components which can be removed from the machine and cleaned separately. The cleaning guide
also contains maintenance checks which it is recommended be carried out during cleaning. Any
service issues can be reported at this point and the machine made ready for the next production
run. The intervals between cleaning cycles will also be dependent or your sites specific hygiene
requirements
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