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Clean sack and bag machines

Clean sack and bag machines

Unit of competency
National Code
ICPCBF297
State Code
AUO84
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/09/2015
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
16/09/2015
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to clean and check a sack and bag machine with minimum downtime.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for cleaning
  • 1.1 Machinery is safely switched off before cleaning is started
  • 1.2 Cleaning equipment and materials most suitable for the machine are selected
2. Commence cleaning
  • 2.1 Vacuum systems are checked for wear, opened and cleaned with compressed air, and suctions replaced if necessary
  • 2.2 Rollers and drums are checked for wear and cleaned
  • 2.3 Jaws and grippers are cleaned and checked for wear
  • 2.4 Glue units are checked for wear and cleaned, and excess glue and build-up removed from glue nipples
  • 2.5 Glue applicators are cleaned and checked for wear
  • 2.6 Hot melt residues are removed and glue pot is cleaned
  • 2.7 Base and underneath of machine are cleaned of print ink and glue residue
  • 2.8 Entire machine is blown down, top to bottom, and all grease and oil is removed from components, housings and the floor
  • 2.9 Cleaning methods which are safe, avoid harm to the environment and follow the manufacturer’s instructions are used
3. Complete cleaning
  • 3.1 Used cleaning agents and waste materials are disposed of safely
  • 3.2 When cleaning is finished, machine is checked to ensure it is safe to operate, and all machine guarding is replaced or repositioned in safe working order
  • 3.3 Obvious faults and wear are documented and reported
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3040 ICPCF297C Clean sack and bag machines Unit of competency