Mosquito Magnet LIBERTY PLUS Insect Control Equipment User Manual


 
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Troubleshooting
Quick Clear Va l v e
Important: Extinguish all smoking materials prior
to use of Quick Clear Valve. Do not stand directly
behind the Quick Clear cartridge during operation.
Quick Clear is recommended for regular maintenance
to remove built-up contaminants but is not required for
operation of your Liberty Plus.
Recommended for use at first tank change, and every
second tank change thereafter. Also recommended for use
before seasonal storage to avoid build up ofc o n t a m i n a n t s
during the off-season.
The Quick Clear valve is a gold, threaded knob located on the
back of your trap. It should be used with the adapter included
with your Liberty Plus, and a threaded Quick Clear cartridge
available from your local Mosquito Magnet
®
d e a l e r.
1 . Shut down your Liberty Plus. Let fan run until it stops.
(About 35 mins)
2 . Close the propane tank valve by turning to the
“OFF” position.
3 . Remove the protective cap from Quick Clear valve
on your trap.
4 . Hand-screw the Quick Clear adapter on to Quick Clear
valve, until finger tight.
5 . Hand-screw the Quick Clear cartridge into the Quick Clear
adapter in a right direction, until hand tight while holding
the adapter in place.
I m p o r t a n t : Do not over- t i g h t e n .
6 . While holding the adapter in place s l o w l y unscrew
Quick Clear cartridge up to 1/4 turn only from the
Quick Clear adapter. The strong flow of compressed air
lasts approximately 3 minutes. Be sure to allow Quick Clear
cartridge to run out completely. (Hissing will stop when
cylinder is empty. Quick Clear cartridge will be cold
to the touch)
7 . Unscrew the Quick Clear cartridge to remove. Discard empty
Quick Clear cartridge after use, it is not reusable or refillable.
8 . Unscrew the Quick Clear adapter to remove.
Use caution when removing Quick Clear adapter and
cartridge, as some compressed air may come out at
this time.
Remember to keep the Quick Clear adapter for future use.
9 . Replace Quick Clear valve protective cap, and proceed
with normal start up of your Liberty Plus. If use of
Quick Clear valve feature does not resolve starting
trouble, contact your local dealer or one can be found at:
w w w. m o s q u i t o m a g n e t . c o m / d e a l e r s
Quick Clear Valve
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Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
First hand-screw the Quick Clear adapter onto the valve.
While holding the adapter in place, screw the Quick Clear
cartridge into Quick Clear adapter.
To start cleaning process, while holding Quick Clear Adapter
in place, unscrew the Quick Clear cartridge 1/4 Turn Only.
Unscrew the Quick Clear cartridge first, then unscrew Quick
Clear adapter and discard the spent Quick Clear cartridge.
Remember to keep the Quick Clear adapter for future use.
Problem
Unit won’t start
LED flashing RED
Unit won’t stay running
Low or No Catch
LED Flashing alt R E D / G R E E N
LED Flashing alt R E D / O R A N G E
Possible Cause
1 . Propane tank may be empty.
2 . If propane tank is new and has been
newly filled it must be purged.
3 . There could be a loose connection.
4 . If tank has been opened too quickly.
5 . Fuel line may be blocked by propane
c o n t a m i n a n t s .
1 . ‘Possible Causes’ 1, 3 & 5 above
may apply.
2 . 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.
High Temp
Battery Voltage Low
Solutions
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 another propane powered device
operating on a standard propane tank, try hooking
that tank up to the Liberty Plus to verify that the
issue is with your tank.
3 . Verify all connections. Make sure propane tank
valve is fully open.
4 . Turn “OFF” propane, disconnect regulator and
reconnect regulator.
5 . Use Quick Clear valve.
1 . Go through above steps 1, 3 & 5.
2 . See Tank Changing Tips on page 8.
1 . Verify temperature is consistently over 10°C.
2 . Follow steps in the “Trap Placement” section
of your owner’s manual or refer to your trap
Placement CD included with your Liberty Plus.
3 . Keep trap in constant operation 24 hours/day,
7 days per week for at least 4-6 weeks to reduce
the mosquito population.
4 . Air flow may be restricted. Contact your local
Mosquito Magnet
®
d e a l e r.
1 . Turn off trap and allow to cool for 1/2 hour.
Then restart. If code continues, Contact your local
Mosquito Magnet
®
d e a l e r.
1 . Make sure you have charged the battery for
24 hours before starting trap for the first time out
of the box, and the first time before each season.
2 . Check all battery connections, make sure they
are fully inserted.
3 . After several repeated unsuccessful attempts
to start your Mosquito Magnet
®
the battery may
need to be recharged.