Pestwest Mantis 1x2 max50 User manual

Insect Light Traps (ILTs)

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MANTIS 1X2 MAX50 - INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – READ

AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING – when using electric appliances,

basic precautions should always be followed,

including the following:

•Read all the instructions before using the

appliance.

•Keep out of reach of children!

•Only use adaptors and attachments

recommended or sold by the

manufacturer.

•Do not use outdoors.

•To disconnect this appliance, remove plug

from outlet.

•Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To

unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

•Unplug from outlet before servicing or

cleaning.

•Do not operate the appliance with a

damaged cord or plug, or after the

appliance malfunctions or is dropped or

damaged in any manner.

• To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not

put the appliance in water or other liquid.

Do not place or store appliance where it can

fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.

•Always unplug before replacing the

lamps. See REPLACEMENT PARTS section.

• Connect to a properly grounded outlet

only. See GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

section.

CAUTION

All PestWest systems are fully insulated, Class

Iappliances, nevertheless, sensible

precautions should be observed:

- Do not install where dangerous

concentrations of flammable gases or dusts

are likely to occur.

- Do not install in wet environments or where

the potential of over spray may occur.

- Ensure the system is properly grounded.

- Avoid working on the system while

connected to the main power supply.

- Ensure that operators have an adequate

and secure working platform when working

on the machine.

- Do not allow the glue board to become

over-filled with dead insects. Change at

regular intervals as required by the catch or

at least every 8 weeks.

DESCRIPTION

The Mantis 1X2 MAX 50 is manufactured with

the highest quality materials. The zintex

(rust-resistant) steel chassis/frame is sprayed

with conformal polyester powder-coated finish.

UNPACKING YOUR MAX 50

This system has been carefully inspected and

packed before leaving our factory. Before

discarding the outer carton, examine for

obvious evidence of transport damage. Remove

the system from the container and be sure to

remove all packing materials including any

transit packing.

OPERATION

The PestWest Mantis 1X2 MAX 50 insect light

trap operates on the principal that flying insects

are attracted to the UVA light (ultraviolet) end

of the light spectrum. Since insects will fly at

night, insect light traps must operate

continuously (24 hours a day-7 days a week).

The Mantis 1x2 MAX50 works by attracting

flying insects to UVA light emitted by the lamps

within the system. Do not place the MAX50

near lighting fixtures or windows as flying

insect attraction will be reduced. Use the

MAX50 in addition to good house-keeping

practices.

LOCATION

General system location:

· System efficacy can be affected by

the intensity of other light sources

(daylight and overhead lighting). For

good results, locate the system where

competition from other light sources

is minimal.

· For optimum results, install all your

systems using the PestWest

UV-AMETER.

· In food areas, mount the system

adjacent to, but not directly over,

exposed food or food preparation

surfaces (attract flies away from food

preparation areas).

· Always refer to the current local, State

and Federal Food Codes.

· Observe where flies tend to

aggregate and install your system

adjacent to that area.

· Position systems adjacent to fly

ingress points (service/overhead

doors, and windows).

· Do not position the system over

lock-out, tag-out areas.

· Position the trap where it can be

easily reached, ideally around head

height for ease of servicing.

COVERAGE AREA

People cannot see UVA light from UVA BL

lamps, but can see the blue light from UVA

BL lamps. The UVA light diminished over

time. Additionally, UVA light decreases

proportionately by the distance from the

lamps (Inverse Square Law). Therefore, for

optimum placement and results, use the

PestWest UV-AMETER.

MAINTENANCE

To maintain the attractive appearance of the

system, wipe down as often as required. Use a

cloth dampened with water and detergent or a

proprietary cleaner. Do not use scouring pads or

abrasives.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

The PestWest Mantis 1X2 MAX 50 comes with a

wall mounting bracket, screws, and plastic rawl

plugs (for masonry). Additionally, the system

comes complete with a 6 foot power cord and

operates from a 110-277V 50/60Hz power

supply. If it is necessary to extend the power

cord, a licensed electrician must perform the

work. Ensure the power cord is secured.

Using the wall-mounting bracket as a template,

mark off 2 drill points onto the mounting

surface. Using the screws and plastic rawl plugs

provided, secure the wall-mounting bracket to

the wall. The rear of system must be hooked

onto the wall-mounting bracket.

Alternate mounting can be made using the

keyhole slots in the back of the system.

Remove the glue board and mark the hole

position using the body as a template.

Note: If the wall is of drywall/sheet rock, stud

partition, etc., then drywall wall anchors must

be used to ensure the system is secured

in-place. Once the system is installed, and

before the glue board is slotted into the system,

remove the backing paper from the glue board

to reveal the glue surface.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event

of malfunction or breakdown, grounding

provides a path of least resistance for electric

current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This

appliance is equipped with a power cord

having an equipment - grounding conductor

and a grounding plug. The plug must be

plugged into an appropriate outlet that is

properly installed and grounded in accordance

with all local codes and ordinances.

DANGER – Improper connection of the

equipment-grounding conductor can result in a

risk of electric shock. The conductor with

insulation having an outer surface that is green

with or without yellow stripes is the

equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or

replacement of the cord or plug is necessary, do

not connect the equipment-grounding

conductor to a live terminal. Check with a

licensed electrician or serviceman if the

grounding instructions are not completely

understood, or if in doubt as to whether the

appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify

the plug provided with the appliance – if it will

not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed

by a licensed electrician.

MANTIS 1x2 MAX 50 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

INNOVATION, QUALITY & POWER

DECEMBER 2015

Figure 1 – Grounding Methods

This appliance is for use on a nominal 120V circuit, and has a grounding

plug that looks like the adaptor illustrated in sketch A Figure 1. A temporary

adaptor, which looks like the adaptor illustrated in sketches B and C, may be

used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle a shown in sketch B if a

properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adaptor should be

used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified

electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending from the

adaptor must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly

grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adaptor is used, it must be held in

place by the metal screw.

GLUE BOARD REPLACEMENT

ALWAYS TURN OFF POWER TO THE SYSTEM BEFORE

SERVICING.

Due to insect contamination the glue board must be changed when full or at

least every eight weeks. PestWest Mantis range systems use the same size

glue board.

Use ONLY PestWest glue boards to ensure peak efficiency. Remove the

backing paper from the new glue board in a single swift motion (otherwise it

will tend to remain firmly attached). Should this occur, re-apply the peeled

back section and repeat.

To remove the glue board first remove the catch tray by pulling the spring

catch on the right hand side of the tray then pull the tray away from the

system. Remove the used glue board from the system by pulling it

downwards and out. Remove the backing paper and insert the new glue

board edges under the guides with the sticky side facing the lamps.

UV LAMP REPLACEMENT

ALWAYS TURN OFF POWER TO THE SYSTEM BEFORE

SERVICING.

Lamps are most attractive to target flying insects when less than one year

old. The UV light emitted by the lamps at a wavelength of 350-375 nm

diminishes with use. Daily switching on and off of the lamps results in an

even faster loss of the effective UV emission.

LEAVE THE SYSTEM POWERED ON CONTINUOUSLY AND CHANGE

THE LAMPS AT LEAST ONCE PER YEAR (PREFERABLY AT THE

ONSET OF INCREASED FLIGHT ACTIVITY AFTER THE WINTER).

FOR INTERIM LAMP MAINTENANCE, USE THE PESTWEST UV-

AMETER.

PestWest offers both standard and shatter-resistant (FEP coated) lamps.

The shatter-resistant lamp is intended for use in glass exclusion zones. The

FEP coating on PestWest lamps (supplied with the system) is of the highest

quality available. FEP coating uses a material that is both UV and operating

temperature tolerant while allowing optimum 365 nm UV light emission. Use

ONLY PestWest Quantum 25W replacement lamps.

Access to the UV lamps may be gained by opening the chromium

guard on the front of the system. This pivots from its lower edge in the

slots located on each end of the body. To open the guard, remove the

catch tray as detailed under GLUE BOARD REPLACEMENT. Support

the system and while holding the center section of the guard, push it

upwards towards the top of the chassis slots. The upper chassis slots

have cut outs to permit the top of the guard to pull free from the system

and pivot downwards sufficient to access the lamps. Grasp the lamp

and rotate in either direction (90°). After 2 clicks are heard, the lamp

may be removed by sliding out of the lamp holder. Fitting the new lamp

is a reversal of the above procedure.

TO FIT THE REFLECTOBAKT® SLEEVE

Remove the old lamp(s) from the machine. Carefully pull off the

Reflectobakt® sleeve from the lamp. (It clips around the

circumference of the lamp). Take your new lamp and line up the

two leading edges of the Reflectobakt® sleeve with the pairs of

pins at either end of the lamp (see Fig 1). Ensure that the sleeve

is fitted centrally to the lamp so that the small gap between the

end of the sleeve and the metal end of the lamp is the same at

both ends. Carefully push the sleeve so it is in contact along the

length of the lamp surface. It should grip and stay in position.

Re-fit the lamp into the lamp holders then turn the lamp through

90o (a quarter turn or two clicks on the lamp holder). This

should position the sleeve at the back of the tube, keeping the

light off the glue board.

METHOD OF ASSEMBLING REFLECTOBAKT®SHOWING

ALIGNMENT IN RELATION TO PINS:

All PestWest systems are warranted for 3 years (excluding lamps and

glue boards).

Warranty information must be received and on le with PestWest USA

LLC for proper coverage.

For additional quality products contact PestWest USA LLC at

941.358.1983 or click to www.pestwest.com

*PestWest reserves the right to vary model specifications without

notice.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

LAMP: QUANTUM BL TUB25W490

GLUE BOARD: BOAMAN851.

Insert 3 year warranty logo where

appropriate.

MANTIS 1x2 MAX 50 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

INNOVATION, QUALITY & POWER

DECEMBER 2015

Figure 1 –Grounding Methods