Coleman 8fa3 manual Helpful Hints, Storage, Maintenance

Proper Inhibitor and Trap Placement cont.

How To Use Mosquito DeletoTM Products:

1.Use the Mosquito DeletoTM Inhibitor to push mosquitoes away from you. . .use the Mosquito DeletoTM Trap to attract and kill mosquitoes!

2.The Mosquito DeletoTM Inhibitor is designed for occasional use. Turn it on when going outdoors to gently disperse the scent that blocks the mosquitoes’ sensors. Turning the unit off will close the vents and preserve the unit for future use.

3.The Mosquito DeletoTM Inhibitor unit should be placed near where people gather. If there is a gentle breeze, be sure to place the inhibitor upwind from where people gather to be sure the scent covers the area desired.

4.During days of gusty winds (over 20 miles an hour), you should recheck the Mosquito DeletoTM Trap to be sure that the trap burner has not blown out.

Helpful Hints

1.Did you know that only female mosquitoes bite? Female mosquitoes need protein to breed and lay eggs.

2.Mosquito eggs need water to hatch. Stopping adult female mosquitoes from breeding will help to reduce your problem with mosquitoes.

3.Mosquitoes can also be good fliers. While most mosqui- toes do not migrate far from where they breed, some mosquitoes can fly up to 75 miles.

4.Mosquitoes also bite primarily in the evening and morning hours, when it is cooler. Some types of mosquitoes bite during the day. All mosquitoes like the temperature to be

warm and generally humid, but not hot. During very hot days, mosquitoes will hide in the brush to stay cool.

5.Mosquitoes will also take cover from winds greater than 10 miles an hour.

6.Clearing your yard of standing water will help to reduce the number of mosquitoes breeding in your area. Remove all standing water in buckets, tires, and plant trays. Make sure that areas in your yard do not become flooded with standing water. All ponds and bird baths should have water cleaned frequently or water should be circulated to prevent mosquitoes from breeding.

Storage

Disconnect mosquito trap from propane tank before long-term storage of either the cylinder or the mosquito trap.

1.Turn cylinder valve off.

2.Disconnect hose from cylinder.

3.Separate tank from unit.

4.Remove AAA battery from Ignitor.

5.Store propane tank in safe manner. Refer to Chapter 5 of Standard for Storage and Handling of Liquefied Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58. Follow all local codes. Always store propane tanks outdoors.

6.Place mosquito trap in plastic bag or sealed box.

7.Store mosquito trap and base in a dry, clean, and safe place.

WARNING

•BURN HAZARD

•Do not touch or attempt any maintenance on unit for at least one hour after use.

•Make sure propane tank has been removed before doing maintenance.

Maintenance

To enjoy years of outstanding performance from your mosquito trap perform the following maintenance activities on a regular basis:

•Keep exterior surfaces clean.

•Use warm soapy water for cleaning. Never use flammable or corrosive cleaning agents.

•While cleaning your unit, be sure to keep the area around the burner dry at all times.

•Air flow must be unobstructed. Keep controls, burner, and circulating air passages clean. Signs of possible blockage include:

-Gas odor.

-Mosquito trap makes popping noises.

-Smoky exhaust.

•It is a good practice to remove leaves or trash that may collect in or near the cage.

•Spiders and insects can nest in unit. This condition can cause malfunc- tions. When trap is not in use, store in plastic bag or sealed box.

(See Storage Instructions.) Compressed air may help clear away small particles.

•If unit has been left uncovered and is wet from rain, yard sprinklers, etc., allow to dry (at least 30 minutes prior to use).

•In a salt-air environment (such as near an ocean), corrosion

occurs more quickly than normal. Frequently check for corroded areas and clean or repair them promptly.

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