Mosquito Magnet Defender manual QUICK-CLEAR Valve, Burying the Power Cord, Troubleshooting Guide

QUICK-CLEAR VALVE

Recommended for use at first tank change, and every second tank change thereafter. Also recommended for use before seasonal storage to avoid build up of contaminant’s during off-season.

The Quick-Clear valve is used to clear out propane contaminants in the fuel line, which may block the flow of propane from the tank to your Mosquito Magnet. The Quick-Clear valve is a gold, threaded knob located on the back of your trap. It should be used with the black and gold, L-shaped adapter included in the box with your Mosquito Magnet, and a 12 gram threaded CO2 cylinder available on our website at www.mosquitomagnet.com or your local Mosquito Magnet Dealer.

Important: Extinguish all smoking materials prior to use of Quick-Clear Valve.

Do not stand directly behind cylinder during operation.

1	Shut down your Mosquito Magnet. Let fan run until it stops. (about 5 mins.)
2	Close the propane tank valve by turning to the “Off” position. (turn the tank valve clockwise)
3	Remove the protective cap from Quick-Clear valve on your trap.
4	Hand-screw gold end of L-shaped adapter on to Quick-Clear valve, until tight.
5	Hand-screw the CO2 cylinder into black end of L-shaped adapter clockwise until hand tight.
6	Unscrew CO2 cylinder 1/4 turn only in counter-clockwise direction. The flow of CO2 will begin, lasting approxi-
	mately 3 minutes. Be sure to allow CO2 to run out completely. (hissing will stop when cylinder is empty. Note:
	CO2 cylinder will be cold to the touch)
7	Continue unscrewing the CO2 cylinder to remove. Discard empty CO2 cylinder after use, it is not reusable or
	re-fillable. (Use caution when removing CO2 cylinder, as some residual CO2 may come out at this time.)
8	Remove L-shaped adapter by unscrewing gold end clockwise. (Remember to KEEP the black and gold adapter
	for future use!)
9	Replace Quick-Clear valve protective cap, and proceed with normal start up of your Mosquito Magnet.

If use of Quick-Clear valve feature does not resolve starting trouble, contact Tech Support 877-699-8727.

Remember to KEEP the black and gold adapter for future use

Use of protective eyewear is recommended

Important: Extinguish all smoking materials prior to use of Quick-Clear valve.

BURYING THE POWER CORD

Use the Cord Burying Clips supplied. Place clips approximately 5’ apart, tap into ground with a hammer making sure not to damage power cord. Make sure unit is unplugged and in proper position. For alternate placement follow steps illustrated below.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSES		SOLUTIONS
Unit won’t start	1)	Is Propane tank empty?	1)	Weigh tank and check against “empty” weight
				written on tank.
	2)	If Propane tank is new, has it	2)	Bring tank to filling location. Air may be in fuel line.
		been purged?		Ask for tank to be purged. *Hint-If you have an-
				other propane powered device operating on a
				standard, 20lb propane tank, try hooking that tank
				up to the Mosquito Magnet to verify that your issue
				is with your tank.
	3)	There could be a loose	3)	Verify all electrical connections. Make sure
		connection.		regulator is fully engaged, and propane tank valve
				is fully open.
	4)	If tank has been opened too	4)	Refer to Reset Tool Instructions on page 12.
		quickly, security check valve
		may have triggered.
Unit won’t stay running	1)	Issues 1and 3 may apply.	1)	Go through above steps 1 & 3.
	2)	Fuel line may be blocked by	2)	See Quick-Clear valve instructions.
		propane contaminates.	3)	See Tank Changing Tips on page 11.
	3)	Regulator is not fully engaged.

Low or No Catch	If not getting bitten
	1)	Insects may not be out yet.	1)	Verify temperature is consistently above 50°F (10°C).
	If getting bitten		2)	Follow steps in the “Trap Placement” section of
	2)	Trap placement issue.
				your owner’s manual or go to
				www.mosquitomagnet.com “Placement” section.
	3)	Biting insect reproductive	3)	Keep trap in constant operation 24 hours/day, 7
		cycles have not yet been broken.		days/week for 4-6 weeks to interrupt
				the breeding cycle.
	4)	CounterFlow may be disrupted.	4)	Conduct a “tissue test” by holding a facial tissue
				up to horn to check for airflow.
	5)	Added attractant may be	5)	Call your local mosquito control department to find
		incompatible with species of		out if Asian Tiger is your primary species of mos
		mosquito.		quito. Asian Tiger mosquitoes are not attracted to
				Octenol. Remove Octenol cartridge from your unit,

Use straight- edge shovel or garden spade and dig a trench about 3-4 inches deep from power source to trap.

Place cord into trench carefully stretching as you go to remove any twists in cord.

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Use cedar shingle or folded cardboard to place cord into bottom of trench. Recover the trench with removed soil.

and wipe Octenol compartment with alcohol wipe

to eliminate scent.

All of us at American Biophysics want you to get complete satisfaction from your Defender. Should you have any problems you cannot resolve, simply call one of our trained Technical Service Representatives at:

1-877-699-8727. We will help you get up and running.

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