Mosquito Magnet Defender User Manual

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East Greenwich, RI 02818-1536

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MOSQUITO MAGNET

Defender

OPERATION MANUAL

OPERATION MANUAL

PART NO. 1440-501 Rev. A

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Your trap will

begin capturing
immediately, but
allow 4-6 weeks

to interrupt the

breeding cycle.

MADE IN USA

US Patents: No. 6,145,243, No. 6,286,249

AU Patent No. 726575, NZ Patent No. 335035

For Outdoor Use Only

NOTICE: PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL

BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND STARTING UP YOUR

MOSQUITO MAGNET DEFENDER.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Safety…………………………..……...........................................2-4

2. Parts included……………………...........................................……5

4. Additional Components ……………….............................................6

5. Assembly instructions………………............................................7-9

6. Trap Placement………………………...........................................10

7. Start-Up Instructions……………….........................................…..10

8. Shut-Down Instructions………………...........................................11

9. Tank Changing Tips..............................................................................11

9. Maintenance.........................................................................................11

10. For Best Results...................................................................................12

11. Gas Reset Tool......................................................................................12

12. Quick-Clear Valve…………………..........................................…...13

13. Burying The Cord.................................................................................13

14. Troubleshooting…………………….....................................…......14

MOSQUITO MAGNET

Defender

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. If odor continues, immediately call your gas supplier.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vacinity of this or any other appliance.

WARNING: For Outdoor Use Only

15. Warranty……………….....................................................................15

HOW THE MOSQUITO MAGNET WORKS

Humans exhale carbon dioxide (CO2), which has been scientifically
proven to be the natural compound that mosquitoes and other biting
insects use to navigate to people. The Mosquito Magnet mimics a
person’s breath by catalytically converting propane to carbon dioxide

). The Mosquito Magnet can be placed near the mosquito’s

(CO

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resting and breeding spots, trapping the mosquitoes at their source
(see trap placement section). The female, egg-laying, biting mosquitoes
are drawn away from you and to the Mosquito Magnet, where they are vacuumed
into a net and dehydrate. Within 4-6 weeks, the reproductive cycles of your biting
insect population are interrupted. NO EGGS. NO INSECTS.
The Mosquito Magnet targets only biting insects, not beneficial
insects such as butterflies, bees and moths.

Model No.: DEFENDER
Serial No.:
Type of Gas: Propane
Manifold Pressure: 100-110 psi
Minimum Gas Supply Pressure: 11.0 in. WC
Input Rating: 650Btu/Hr.
Minimum Clearances: 20-24”

For Outdoor Use Only. If Stored Indoors, Detach and Leave Propane Cylinder Outdoors.

Congratulations on your Mosquito Magnet purchase!
Please read your owner’s manual completely before assembling and
operating your unit.

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WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance
can cause injury or property damage. Read the installation, operating and
maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.

The LP-Gas cylinder must be provided with a shutoff valve terminating in an LP-Gas supply cylinder valve
outlet specified for Connection No. 510 in the Standard for Compressed Gas Cylinder Valve Outlet and Inlet
Connections, ANSI/CGA-V-1-1977.

CAUTION: The gas pressure regulator provided with this appliance must be used. This regulator is
set for an outlet pressure of 11.0 in. Water Column.

The gas supply must be turned off at the LP-Gas supply cylinder when this appliance is not in use.
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National

Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-1998 for US and with the CAN1-B149 for Canada.

Adequate clearances of 20-24 inches around air openings into the combustion chamber, clearances
from combustible material, provisions for accessibility and for combustion and ventilating air supply.

The minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 11”WC from regulator.

To test for a gas leak, place soapy water around the regulator. If bubbles appear, there is a gas leak.

Route the power cord in the safest possible manner to avoid personal injury.

The hose assembly must be replaced prior to the appliance being put into operation if there is evi­dence of excessive abrasion or wear, or if the hose is damaged. The instructions shall state that the
replacement hose assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer.

The Mosquito Magnet is equipped with a hot surface ignition device. Failure to follow starting proce­dure will result in the trap not starting.

Children and adults should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures

and should stay away to avoid burns or clothing ignition.

Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the area of the heater.

Keep out of reach of children.

The LP-Gas cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and the cylinder must include a
collar to protect the cylinder valve.

The LP-Gas cylinder used shall be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for
LP-Gas cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT).

The Mosquito Magnet shall be used outdoors only in a well ventilated space and shall not be used in a
building, garage, or any other enclosed area.

The LP-Gas cylinder must be disconnected and removed from the appliance, if the appliance is stored
indoors.

LP-Gas cylinders must be stored outdoors in a well ventilated area out of the reach of children.
Disconnected cylinders must have threaded valve plugs tightly installed and must not be stored in a
building, garage, or any other enclosed area.

The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with this appliance must be used for connection
to the LP-Gas cylinder. Replacement pressure regulators and hose assemblies must be specified by
the manufacturer.

Avoid improper use of extension cords. Keep connections away from moisture and avoid damage
to the cord.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly
qualified person in order to avoid hazard.

WARNING- an electric shock hazard may exist if water from a garden hose is directed at the
Mosquito Magnet.

Clothing or other flammable materials should not be hung from

the heater, or placed on or near the heater.

Installation and repair should be done by a qualified service person. The heater should be inspected
before use and at least annually by a qualified service person. More frequent cleaning may be re­quired as necessary. It is imperative that the control compartment, burners, and circulating air pas­sageways of the heater be kept clean.

Keeping the Mosquito Magnet area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other
flammable vapors and liquids. The appliance is not to be used in locations where flammable vapor or
explosive dust is likely to exist.

Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

Keeping the ventilation openings of the cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris.

Clean the Mosquito Magnet with a water damp cloth, if necessary.

A maximum of a 20 lb. LP-Gas cylinder shall be used.

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Please contact American Biophysics

Corporation if you experience any prob-

lems with your Mosquito Magnet:

1-877-699-8727

American Biophysics Corporation
2240 South County Trail
East Greenwich, RI 02818-1536
P: 401-884-3500 F: 401-884-6688
www.mosquitomagnet.com
email: [e-mail]

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