SOP FOR OPERATION OF MAGNETIC STIRRER.

1.0   Objective:

            The objective of this Standard Operating Procedure is to lay down the procedure for Operating the Magnetic stirrer.

2.0       Scope:

            This SOP covers operating procedure of magnetic stirrer.

3.0       Responsibility:

            Junior Research officer, Research Officer: Responsible for operation of the stirrer as per procedure.

            QA Officer/QA Manager: Review the records and governing the document.

4.0              Procedure:
4.1        Ensure that the instrument is visibly clean and free from dust.
4.2        Keep the glassware with magnetic needle on platform of magnetic stirrer
4.3        Switch ON the power supply.
4.4        Switch ON the main of instrument.
4.5        Adjust the speed of stirrer with the help of knob.
4.6   If heating is required, rotate the heater knob in clockwise direction and adjust temperature as per requirement.
4.7    Switch OFF the main of instrument after completion of work.
4.8        Clean the instrument after use.

 5.0       History of Revision:

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