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Running the blend — Blending, Mixing & Dispensing · Ask Dhanu

Machines Blending, Mixing & Dispensing Blending Operation

Guide6.4

Running the blend

1Confirm guards and interlocks are in place.
2Set the blend time and speed to the BMR and start the blender; record the start time.
3Watch and listen for abnormal noise or vibration (see B-06).
4Display a NO ENTRY sign while the blender runs.
5Allow the blender to stop at the programmed time and record the stop time.

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More in Blending Operation

6.1Workflow overview
6.2Blender set-up
6.3Loading the blender
6.5Mid-blend addition (lubricant)
6.6Blend time adjustment
6.7Uniformity check and approval to discharge
6.8Drum preparation
6.9Discharge and drum filling
6.10Drum labelling
6.11

Sampling and in-process testing

6.12Documentation, QA submission and transfer

6.13Supervisor batch release

6.14End of batch and end of shift

General guidance only. Follow your site procedures and the machine manual, and isolate the machine before any work on it.