600957
Rev.0
Q-Dry
™
Solvent Evaporator
The Q-Dry offers rapid and efficient evaporation of samples to complete
dryness. The design of the metal block allows for usage of either the 40 mL or
60 mL EDGE collection vials. With full control over temperature and nitrogen
flow, the evaporator can be adjusted to suit any extract.
WARNING
Proper precautions must be taken to avoid contact with reagents
or reagent vapors. Protective gear should be worn as outlined in
the user’s safety program for hazardous materials and the reagent
manufacturer’s safety data sheet. Refer to these guidelines for
proper handling and disposal of the reagents. Dispose of all waste
in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal health and
safety recommendations.
HOT
Avoid prolonged exposure to metal block positioned on the dry block
heater. Surface is hot to the touch.
Read and understand the VWR Dry Block Heater Instruction Manual, (P/N
549040-00) before installing the Q-Dry.
System Installation
1.
Place the dry block heater in the fume hood.
WARNING
The dry block heater must be installed in an adequately rated fume
hood.
2.
Place the heating block
A
onto the dry block heater.
3.
Place the rod with attached regulator and flow meter
B
onto the dry block
heater.
4.
Place the adjustable nitrogen manifold
C
onto the rod.
5.
Connect the supplied 1/4” tube
D
from the flow meter to the manifold.
6.
Connect a 1/4” tube from the nitrogen source to the push-to-connect
fitting on the regulator. The tube and connections to the nitrogen source
are not supplied with the Q-Dry instrument. A minimum of 80 psi is recom-
mended.
7.
Locate the VWR instruction manual (P/N 549040-00) for installation
instructions regarding the dry block heater.
A
D
C
B
Quick Start Guide
Q-Dry
