Smith-Root eDNA Citizen Scientist Quick setup guide

12084 Manual Citizen Scientist Sampler
ASSEMBLY AND USE INSTRUCTIONS

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12084 Manual Citizen Scientist Sampler - ©2020 Smith-Root, Inc.
The Citizen Scientist uses Smith-Root self-
preserving filters:
Part # Description
11579 Filter Pack, 1.2ɥm Self-Dessicating
11580 Filter Pack, 5ɥm Self-Dessicating
11747 Filter Pack, .45ɥm Self-Dessicating

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
A. Vacuum bottle
B. Caddy with pump and bat-
tery
C. Battery charger
D. Battery charger power cable
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place bottle in caddy
2. Connect pump to bottle
3. Connect bottle to filter tube
4. Connect power cable
5. Elevate caddy handle
You are ready to sample!
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INSTRUCTIONS
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Find a level spot Open filter packet
Attach snorkel tube
Turn on vacuum pump
Connect bottle to filter
Insert snorkel in water
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Turn off vacuum pump
Invert filter at water line
Seal bag shut and label
Place filter in zip-top bag
Air dry filter 20 seconds
Discard filtrate water
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