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CEM EDGE Q-Screen User guide

  • Hello! I've reviewed the user guide for the CEM Q-Screen, Q-Screen Tool, and Q-Screen Kit. This document provides instructions on using these items with the EDGE Extraction System, including how to insert, remove, and clean the Q-Screens. I'm ready to answer any questions you have!
  • What is the Q-Screen used for?
    How do I insert the Q-Screen?
    How do I remove the Q-Screen?
    How should I clean the Q-Screens and Q-Cups?
    What is included in the Q-Screen Kit?
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Q-Screen Guide
Q-Screens are inserted through the top of the Q-Cup sample holder and used to contain or compress the sample for
the EDGE Extraction System.
Q-Screen Kit (525200)
• Contains one Q-Screen tool and 12 Q-Screens
Q-Screen (525350)
Q-Screen Tool (153590)
Uses:
• To contain large and powder-like samples in the Q-Cup
• To compress absorbent samples
• To confine floating samples and submerge them in solvent
How to Use
1. It is important that the Q-Screen and Q-Cup are clean prior to inserting the Q-Screen. Please review
cleaning directions below prior to using Q-Screens.
2. Insert the Q-Screen evenly on top of the Q-Cup with the screen facing down.
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3. Use the wider end of the tool to insert the Q-Screen until it either touches the sample or reaches the
end of the tool.
4. To remove the Q-Screen, use the smaller end of the tool to carefully push the screen through the top
opening of the Q-Cup.
How to Clean
Clean both Q-Cups and Q-Screens with organic solvent. Optional cleaning procedures are outlined below
using LUMINOX or pH-neutral and aluminum-safe cleaner.
• Hand wash with warm soapy water
• Sonicator
• Automated dishwasher
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