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General Information
Specifications 1
Replacement Parts 2
Setup and Operation 3
Maintenance and Care 4
Warranty 4
The ZHE+ zero headspace extractor meets all EPA criteria for a zero-head space
extraction vessel. The apparatus consists of a cylindrical sample chamber supported
on both ends by plates. Tie rods connect the end plates. Viton®-A 0-rings seal the
contents of the cylinder. Pressure moves a dual sealed piston within the honed
cylinder. A series of valves allows the induction or release of pressure and the
subsequent movement of the piston, sample or extraction fluid as required. Etched
screens held just beneath the plug valve provide support for a 90 mm filter through
which the TCLP extract must exit.
Extraction of the solid fraction of the sample takes place in a rotary extractor with
the ZHE+ zero headspace extractor being tumbled end over end for eighteen hours
at 30 rpm. The Heavy-Duty LE Rotator from Environmental Express (Item # LE1002,
LE1002-240) is suitable and meets the requirements of Method 1311.
Note: Inspect all parts upon receipt! If any damages or shortages are suspected,
call Environmental Express immediately.
Note: 316 grade stainless steel is a hard, inert metal, but possible to damage.
Avoid rough handling and overexposure to corrosives.
Height: 12”
Diameter: 4.75’’
Weight: 16 lb.
Capacity: 560 mL
Filter Size: 90 mm
Piston Release Pressure: <10 psi
Description Item #
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A. 1/8" Stainless steel luer 1 ZSSFL12-1
B. 1/4" Stainless plug valve 1 ZSSPV00-1
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C. Thermoplastic locking handle 3 ZPLNA00-3
E D. 316 Stainless top plate 1 ZSSTP00-1
F E. Viton®-A plate O-ring 2 ZVRC000-2
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F. 90-mm photoetched SS screen 1 ZSS9000-1
90-mm disposable PES screen 100 FZ090MM
G. Stainless cylinder 1 ZSS5600-1
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H. Viton-A O-ring 2 ZVRP000-2
I. 316 Stainless piston 1 ZSSP000-1
J. Viton-A cylinder O-ring 1 ZVRB000-1
K. Connecting rod 1 ZOSTR25-1
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L L. Support legs 1 ZOSLG25-1
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M. 316 Stainless bottom plate 1 ZSSBP00-1
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N. 1/4" elbow connection 1 ZCDEL25-1
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P O. 1/4" male disconnect 1 ZCDMD25-1
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Q P. 1/4" female disconnect 1 ZCDFD25-1
V Q. 1/8" pressure relief valve 1 ZCDRV12-1
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R. Pressure gauge, 0 to 60 psi 1 ZSPPG12-1
S. Rubber feet 3 ZRUFT25-3
T. Polyethylene knockout plug (not shown) 1 ZPYPG00-1
U. 1/8" Stainless bushing 1 ZSSBU12-1
V. 1/8" Stainless female fitting 1 ZCDT012-1
Caution: Before pressurizing to clear headspace, make sure that only a small “crack”
is left open inside the plug valve. This will reduce the risk of accidentally shooting
liquid sample or extraction fluid out of the ZHE+ unit.
Note: 316 grade stainless steel is a hard, inert metal, but possible to damage.
Avoid rough handling and overexposure to corrosives.
Periodically a leak test on the ZHE+ unit should be performed to ensure proper
operation. To perform a leak test, fully assemble the unit and pressurize to 50 psi.
Leave pressurized for an hour and check the gauge for any pressure loss. If a
pressure loss is found, re-pressurize the unit, place under water and look for bubbles.
It may be necessary to replace O-rings or tighten fittings.
Warranty
Environmental Express, Inc. warrants materials and workmanship on the ZHE+ zero
headspace extractor for the period of one year from the date of shipment. This
warranty extends to parts and labor, applies only to damage or failure caused by
normal laboratory use and is limited to product repair.
After proper notification, any defective ZHE+ zero headspace extractor or part thereof
may be returned to Environmental Express, Inc. for, at Environmental Express’ option,
replacement or refund. In no event shall Environmental Express be liable for any
incidental, consequential, special, or indirect damages of any kind pursuant to the
purchase and/or use of this product.
Product Information:
Please record the serial # of your ZHE+ zero headspace extractor here for easy reference. Your serial # is located on the back of the unit.