Tylka Nematology Lab

Procedure:

• One day before screening soil, place samples out to dry on drying racks, with one-quarter sheet of unused newspaper between the tray and sample. Sample bag and tag should be clipped to the tray used.

• Before beginning, check that the collection tray and rollers are clean.
• Turn the machine on using the side-mounted switch.
• Slowly pour a sample into the feed-chute.

• Clean the rollers using the wire brush. It is important to do this before collecting the sample to avoid possible contamination of other samples.
• Collect the sample from the tray and return to the sample bag. Used newspaper should be discarded and the collection tray should be cleaned before returning it to the machine.

• When complete, all samples should be returned to the cold room for storage.