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QUICK-CLEAR VALVE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
1) Is Propane tank empty?
2) If Propane tank is new, has it
been purged?
3) There could be a loose
connection.
4) If tank has been opened too
quickly, security check valve
may have triggered.
1) Issues 1and 3 may apply.
2) Fuel line may be blocked by
propane contaminates.
3) Regulator is not fully engaged.
If not getting bitten
1) Insects may not be out yet.
If getting bitten
2) Trap placement issue.
3) Biting insect reproductive
cycles have not yet been broken.
4) CounterFlow may be disrupted.
5) Added attractant may be
incompatible with species of
mosquito.
Unit won’t start
Unit won’t stay running
Low or No Catch
1) Weigh tank and check against “empty” weight
written on tank.
2) Bring tank to filling location. Air may be in fuel line.
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) Verify all electrical connections. Make sure
regulator is fully engaged, and propane tank valve
is fully open.
4) Refer to Reset Tool Instructions on page 12.
1) Go through above steps 1 & 3.
2) See Quick-Clear valve instructions.
3) See Tank Changing Tips on page 11.
1) Verify temperature is consistently above 50°F (10°C).
2) Follow steps in the “Trap Placement” section of
your owner’s manual or go to
www.mosquitomagnet.com “Placement” section.
3) Keep trap in constant operation 24 hours/day, 7
days/week for 4-6 weeks to interrupt
the breeding cycle.
4) Conduct a “tissue test” by holding a facial tissue
up to horn to check for airflow.
5) Call your local mosquito control department to find
out if Asian Tiger is your primary species of mos
quito.
Asian Tiger mosquitoes are not attracted to
Octenol.
Remove Octenol cartridge from your unit,
and wipe Octenol compartment with alcohol wipe
to eliminate scent.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
SOLUTIONS
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:
Use of protective eyewear is recommended
Important: Extinguish all smoking materials prior to use of Quick-Clear valve.
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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 CO
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cylinder available on our website at www.mosquitomagnet.com
or your local Mosquito Magnet Dealer.
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BURYING THE POWER CORD
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.
Use cedar
shingle or folded
cardboard to
place cord into
bottom of trench.
Recover the
trench with
removed soil.
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.
1-877-699-8727. We will help you get up and running.
Important: Extinguish all smoking materials prior to use of Quick-Clear Valve.
Do not stand directly behind cylinder during operation.
Shut down your Mosquito Magnet. Let fan run until it stops. (about 5 mins.)
Close the propane tank valve by turning to the “Off” position. (turn the tank valve clockwise)
Remove the protective cap from Quick-Clear valve on your trap.
Hand-screw gold end of L-shaped adapter on to Quick-Clear valve, until tight.
Hand-screw the CO2 cylinder into black end of L-shaped adapter clockwise until hand tight.
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)
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.)
Remove L-shaped adapter by unscrewing gold end clockwise. (Remember to KEEP the black and gold adapter
for future use!)
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
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