Cleaning of Dry Heat Sterilizer

1.0 PURPOSE

1.1. It is established to provide a proper procedure for cleaning of Dry Heat Sterilizer.

2.0 SCOPE

2.1 It is applicable in injection department for the cleaning of Dry Heat Sterilizer
3.0 RESPONSIBILITY

3.1 Production Pharmacist
3.2 Washing Operator

4.0 PROCEDURE
4.1 After the day’s charge is completed and the last lot of sterilized ampoule/vial has been unloaded in the sterile area, open the sterilizer door from washing area side.
4.2 Wash the sides of the sterilizer chamber and bottom of chamber with distilled water.
4.3 Clean the inner surface of chamber with IPA with the help of lint free cloth.Finally rinse the chamber of sterilizer and door with distilled water and check for cleanliness