CEM EDGE Operation Manual
EDGE™
Operation Manual
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Table of Contents
Safety Information ..................................................................................................... 3
Safety Notations .................................................................................................... 3
Personal Laboratory Safety ....................................................................................... 3
Fume Ventilation ................................................................................................... 3
Waste Disposal ...................................................................................................... 3
Introduction ............................................................................................................. 4
System Hardware ................................................................................................... 4
Specifications ....................................................................................................... 4
Hardware Setup ........................................................................................................ 5
Assembly ............................................................................................................. 5
Calibration ........................................................................................................... 6
Bottle Setup ......................................................................................................... 11
Prepheat Temperature ............................................................................................ 16
Methods .................................................................................................................. 18
Classic Method ...................................................................................................... 18
One Touch Methods ................................................................................................ 18
Copying a Method .................................................................................................. 19
Editing a Method ................................................................................................... 20
Performing a Method .............................................................................................. 27
Limited Warranty ...................................................................................................... 31
600859
Rev.2
10/17
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Safety Information
Safety Notations
This manual uses three safety alert words at points in the documentation where the user should be aware of
potential hazards. The safety alerts are shown in color-coded boxes. The three words – NOTE, CAUTION, and
WARNING – indicate differing levels of observation or action as described below:
NOTE
A NOTE is intended to provide emphasis of procedures that may be misinterpreted or
overlooked, or to clarify confusing situations.
CAUTION
A CAUTION is intended to provide essential information and to emphasize procedures which,
if not strictly followed, may result in improper instrument operation.
WARNING
A WARNING is intended to emphasize dangerous or hazardous conditions which may result in
personal injury to the user and/or damage or destruction of the instrument.
Personal Laboratory Safety
Solvents and chemical reagents used on the EDGE can be hazardous and should be handled under a fume hood
only. Personal protective equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, chemical resistant gloves,
and a laboratory coat are highly recommended when operating the EDGE. For detailed information on the
safety requirements for the chemicals used on the EDGE, refer to the appropriate manufacturers’ documents.
Fume Ventilation
The EDGE operates as a semi-closed system with venting of any hazardous solvent fumes through the exhaust
line located on the upper rear of the unit. In addition, adequate ventilation should be provided for preparation
of all reagents and solvents used on the system. All solvent bottles and the waste bottle should be placed into
proper secondary containers to minimize the risk of exposure.
Waste Disposal
Waste produced by the EDGE can be hazardous. For detailed information on the safety requirements for the
chemicals used on the EDGE, refer to the appropriate manufacturers’ documents.
WARNING
Handle all solvents and waste under a fume hood, and wear appropriate personal protective
equipment including, safety glasses, chemical resistant gloves, and a laboratory coat. Dispose
of all waste in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal health and safety
recommendations.
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Introduction
The EDGE uses Q-Cup technology that combines the process of Pressurized Fluid Extraction and Dispersive
Solid Phase Extraction in one instrument that yields rapid and efficient extraction. The easy-to-assemble
Q-Cup contains the sample to be extracted, and offers a unique open cell concept that creates a dispersive
effect which promotes rapid extraction and filtration. The result is fast, simple and efficient extractions.
System Hardware
Autosampler
Q-Cup Cylinder
Sample
Chamber
Collection
Vials
Q-Cup
Sample
Holders
Removable
Rack
Touch Screen
Display
Q-Disc
Threaded
Bottom
Specifications
• Samples can range from sub 1g up to 30g and can be dry or wet.
• If needed, sorbents and salts can be added for inline sample drying or cleanup.
• An innovative, easy-to-assemble, two piece Q-Cup design can accommodate any sample type.
• The disposable Q-Discs allow for easy cleanup.
• Q-Cups allow for inline filtration and cooling.
• A total of 40mL can be used per extraction, including the solvent used for the extraction and rinse.
In addition, a maximum of 40mL can be used per wash immediately following the extraction.
• A maximum of 200
C can be reached.
CAUTION
Maximum pressure will be solvent dependent. The pressure in the vessel chamber is a result
of heating the solvent. For safety purposes, there is a pressure release valve. Certain solvent
or solvent combinations will exceed this pressure prior to reaching 200 °C. The EDGE methods
will allow only safe running conditions.
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• Internal temperature and pressure readings result in precise temperature control.
• Up to six solvents can be used at a time.
• Run 12 samples in sequence unattended.
• Each extraction can consist of an extraction, rinse and wash.
Hardware Setup
WARNING
Handle all chemicals under a fume hood, and wear appropriate protective equipment
including, safety glasses, chemical resistant gloves, and a laboratory coat. Dispose of all
waste in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal health and safety
recommendations. For detailed information on the safety requirements for the chemicals
used on the EDGE, refer to the appropriate manufacturers’ documents.
Assembly
1. Attach the bottles.
1.1 Attach the waste tubing and sensor wire to the upper right side of the instrument.
1.2 Attach the waste bottle to the white cap with a sensor located on the EDGE.
1.3 Remove the blue caps from the solvent bottles and fill each with the desired solvent.
1.4 Securely screw the blue bottle caps on the solvent bottles.
1.5 Thread the solvent tubing attached to the EDGE through the appropriate solvent bottle cap to the
bottom of the solvent bottle.
NOTE
Be aware of which solvent line is in which solvent, as this will need to be set up in Bottle Setup.
2. Install the rack.
2.1 Place the rack on the EDGE so that the magnets hold it securely in place.
3. Power the instrument.
WARNING
Do not tamper with the EDGE such as removing any components of the housing or man ually
trying to move the automation components.
3.1 Attach the power cord to the EDGE at the bottom left of the rear of the instrument.
3.2 Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
3.3 Turn the EDGE power button located on the left corner of the EDGE to ON.
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Calibration
The autosampler fork, located in the load position for safe shipping will have to be moved from the
chamber prior to homing the autosampler.
1. Move the autosampler fork to a safe location.
1.1 Select the menu icon at the lower right hand side of the touchscreen.
NOTE
1.2 From the menu select “Tools” and scroll down to the Autosampler section at the bottom of the
page.
Do not ever move hands, or any object, past the automated arms into the area containing the
rack while the EDGE is running a method or the automation is being controlled via tools. Only
load or unload rack when the EDGE is in the idle state.
WARNING
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1.3 Under Y control, select the left triple arrow “<<<” at least twice, ensuring that the fork has
cleared the chamber.
2. Home the Autosampler.
Use caution when manually controlling the X, Y, and Z Controls. When homing the
autosampler, only select single arrows (< or >) for the Y and Z Control. The double arrow “<<”
may be pressed for the X Control. The arrows may require being pressed a number of times
before the axes stall. Listen for a gentle stall, not a loud grinding. If a loud grinding occurs,
repeat this step.
2.1 Select “Menu,” “Tools,” “Autosampler,” and “Home.”
CAUTION
2.2 From X Control, select the left double arrow “<<” multiple times until the axis audibly stalls.
The X-axis controls the left and right movement of the fork and the fork should no longer move
upon stalling.
2.3 From Y Control, select the left single arrow “<” until the axis audibly stalls. The Y-axis controls
the horizontal movement of the arm.
2.4 From Z Control, select the left single arrow “<” until the axis audibly stalls. The Z-axis controls
the vertical movement of the arm.
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NOTE
Do not select and hold the arrow buttons. Select and release and then select and release
again, repeating until the axes stall.
2.5 Select “Zero.”
2.6 Select “Home.”
3. Verify the Autosampler Calibration.
CAUTION
When verifying the autosampler calibration, always select “Load,” “Collect” and “Unload” in
that order without skipping a function. If there are problems verifying the autosampler
calibration, repeat step 2.
3.1 Place a Q-Cup and collection vial in position 4.
NOTE
Position 4 is used to verify the calibration. Moving the Q-Cup to and from this location
requires the most distance traveled for all axes and is therefore the best test for the
calibration.
3.2 Select “Menu,” “Tools,” and “Autosampler.” Then select “1” from Sample Position to display
the sample position menu. (Scroll to view the entire Sample Position.)
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3.3 Select the Sample Position “4.”
3.4 Select “OK.”
3.5 Select “Load.” The autosampler will load the Q-Cup into position 4.
3.6 Select “Collect.” The autosampler will move to the position 4 collection vial.
3.7 Select “Unload.” The autosampler will unload the Q-Cup from the vessel chamber and place it
back into position 4.
4. Verify the Waste Calibration.
To verify the waste calibration, the vessel must be in the closed position. If there are any
problems verifying the waste calibration, repeat step 2.
Never place hands into the vessel chamber area when the EDGE is in use or powered on.
CAUTION
WARNING
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4.1 Select “Menu,” and “Tools.” Scroll the touchscreen upward to reveal the Vessel/Agitation
section.
4.2 Select “Close” for Vessel.
4.3 Scroll down to the Autosampler section.
4.4 Select “Waste.” The autosampler will travel to the waste position.
4.5 Select “Waste.” The autosampler will travel to the home position.
4.6 Scroll upward to the Vessel/Agitation section.
4.7 From Vessel, select “Open.”
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