Mosquito Magnet® Defender
Important Tips
Moving the Mosquito Magnet®.
Placement of the Mosquito Magnet® is very important for
an effective mosquito catch. If you need to move your trap for lawn maintenance, you MUST disconnect the regulator from the tank and remove the tank from the stand. There is a good chance your tank
will fall off of the stand if you move the Mosquito Magnet®
with the tank attached. If the regulator assembly is damaged while you
are moving the trap it IS NOT covered by the warranty and
there is a charge to replace this part.
When should
you use the Quick Clear Valve?
It is recommended that you use the
Quick-Clear Valve
before and after any prolonged storage period, at least every two
propane
tank changes, and if you have problems starting your Mosquito Magnet
®
or keeping the Mosquito Magnet
® running
This will prevent any contaminants from building up in the
fuel system of the Mosquito Magnet®. These contaminants
may build up over time, clogging the fuel system, and causing trap failure.
For additional maintenance, you can use the Quick-Clear Valve after
every tank change; this will help prevent problems.
Where is the Quick-Clear Valve? Click Here.
How do I use the Quick Clear Valve.
We recommend that you use the Mosquito Magnet® Quick-Clear cartridges
that are available at most retail location where the Mosquito Magnet®
and its accessories are sold or on our web store.
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Quick-Clear Adapter |
Quick-Clear Cartridge |
For a printable version of the Quick-Clear Valve instructions Click here.
Why is placement so
important?
Placement of the Mosquito Magnet
® is a key
element in how it works. If it is not placed properly there is the potential
for a low catch or no catch at all.
Click here for further assistance with placement.
How to check if your Mosquito Magnet® has a good vacuum.
To check for sufficient vacuum you need to hold a piece of tissue, about
half the size of a dime, under the opening of the trumpet-shaped part under
the green housing. Place the piece of tissue about a half inch into the
trumpet-shaped part. The arrows in the picture below show where to hold
the tissue. Release the tissue, and it should get sucked up towards the trap. It may not get vacuumed all the way in through trap and into the net.
Mainly you are looking to verify that there is air current moving in the
right direction. The vacuum may not seem very strong, but keep in mind we
are only trying to pull in a very tiny insect.
Can I use a gas gauge
so I know when my tank is empty?
It
is not recommended that you use a propane tank gauge which
is placed in line between the propane tank and the Mosquito Magnet®
regulator, (similar to the one pictured). The Mosquito Magnet®
requires a very precise pressure and flow of propane at all times. These
gauges may restrict the propane flow and cause the trap not to function
properly. These gauges have not been tested with the Mosquito Magnet®.
When our regulators and gas lines are built they are thoroughly cleaned
to greatly reduce any contaminants in the system and to prevent clogging
of any kind. There may be contaminants in the gauge, or in the O rings used
in the manufacturing of the propane tank gauge. These contaminants may get
into the fuel system and possibly cause a clog. This will prevent your trap
from functioning properly and may eventually prevent it from starting.
The best way to know when your propane tank is empty is to mark on a calendar
the day that you refilled the tank and restarted the trap. Then count 21
days from that date. That will be your maintenance and refill date. The Mosquito
Magnet® uses less than 1 pound of propane a day and will
consume a full tank in about 18 to 22 days.
