Cal. Code Regs. tit. 17, § 12740 – Definition of Terms.

(a) Inspector. “Inspector” means a duly authorized representative of the Department.
(b) Vent. A “vent” is a valve-controlled opening into a retort, used for the elimination of air during the coming-up time.
(c) Retort Bleeder. A “retort bleeder” is an opening of at least one-eighth inch into a retort which is open during the entire process for the removal of air that may enter the retort with the steam or through a leaky air valve.
(d) Thermometer Bleeder. A “thermometer bleeder” is a one-sixteenth inch or larger opening into a thermometer well or pocket. This bleeder is open during the entire process to ensure a continuous flow of steam from the retort past the thermometer bulb in order that the temperature shown will be the same as that in the retort.
(e) Coming-Up Time (Lag). The “coming-up time” is the time which elapses between the turning on of the steam and the time when the retort reaches the processing temperature.
(f) Process. The term “process” designates the heat treatment expressed in terms of temperature and time given the product after the container is permanently sealed, in order to destroy spoilage microorganisms.
(g) Plug-Cock Valves. An approved type of “plug-cock valve” is one which permits an unrestricted flow of air through the valve.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 208 and 28440, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 28440, Health and Safety Code.

1. Editorial correction of subsection (a) and new Note filed 8-1-84 (Register 84, No. 31).