Stinger Nosquito CT100 Series User manual

WARNING
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
Improper installation, Alteration, Service or Maintenance can cause injury
or property damage. Read the installation, operating and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing the equipment.
Outdoor Mosquito Vacuum
Operation Manual
Model CT100
FOR YOUR SAFETY
1. If you smell gas, shut off gas to the appliance.
2. If odor continues, immediately call your gas supplier or your fire
department.
3. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliances.
4. An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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Getting Started ......................................................................................... 2
General Safety Instructions ...................................................................... 3
Propane Use and Safety ........................................................................... 4
Parts List .................................................................................................. 4
Assembly Instructions .............................................................................. 5
Mosquito Vacuum Placement ................................................................... 6
Operational Instructions ........................................................................... 7
Remove/Clean Bug Basket ....................................................................... 9
Shut Down Instructions .......................................................................... 10
Maintenance .......................................................................................... 10
For Best Results ..................................................................................... 10
About Mosquitoes .................................................................................. 11
Accessories/Replacement Parts ............................................................. 11
Troubleshooting....................................................................................... 12
Warranty Information ...............................................................................13
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Congratulations on your Stinger®Mosquito Vacuum purchase. Designed by a team of engineers and
scientists, the Mosquito Vacuum combines the most effective mosquito attractants known today – carbon
dioxide (CO2), moisture, heat, contrasting color & shape and luring scents. The Mosquito Vacuum mimics
human breathing by generating CO2from burning propane which is commonly available for use with all
outdoor barbecue grills. Female mosquitoes, attracted to the CO2and other lures, mistake the machine for
a meal and are sucked into the Bug Basket by a powerful vacuum where they dehydrate and die. Within
4-6 weeks, the reproductive cycles of these biting pests may be interrupted and mosquito populations could
be reduced in your yard. This results in a more pleasant outdoor environment for you and your family.
This manual contains important information about the safety, assembly, operation, use and maintenance of
the Stinger®Mosquito Vacuum. Keep this manual for future reference and for educating any new users.
Safety precautions are essential when using, storing and servicing the Mosquito Vacuum. This product is
fueled by propane gas, which is invisible, odorless and highly flammable. Always heed these precautions,
as they are essential when using propane.
Model No CT100
Coverage 1 acre
Input Power 120 VAC 60Hz
Output Power 12 VAC 0.8A
Use of any other power pack may result in damage and/or injury.
Type of gas used Propane
Cylinder Pressure 100-110 psi
Minimum Gas Supply Pressure 11.0 in WC
Input rating 650Btu/Hr
Minimum Clearance When in use, 5 feet to walls, foliage or overhead material
Use For outdoor use only – in only well ventilated areas
Only those persons who can understand and follow these instructions should operate or service this
equipment. If you need assistance contact our Consumer Relations Department at 1-800-477-0457.
GETTING STARTED
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1. WARNING: Read this instruction manual before unpacking and operating the Stinger®Mosquito Vacuum and
retain for future reference.
2. WARNING: Only use an outdoor extension cord having a 2-prong plug and receptacle that accepts the Stinger®
Mosquito Vacuum’s plug. The trap has a 2-conductor cord and a 2-prong grounding type plug to fit a properly
GFCI protected grounded outlet.
3. WARNING: The electrical rating of the extension cord must be greater than or equal to the electrical rating of the
Mosquito Vacuum (120 Volt / 0.8 Amp). Use an extension cord with 16 gauge or thicker wire and that has a
label stating it is suitable for outdoor use.
4. WARNING: Do not abuse any electrical cord. Never yank it to disconnect from the receptacle. Keep all cords
away from heat, flammable substances and sharp objects. Replace damaged cords.
5. WARNING: The connection between the Mosquito Vacuum and the extension cord must always remain dry and
kept off of the ground.
6. WARNING: Disconnect the Mosquito Vacuum from the power supply when not in use, changing propane tanks,
before servicing and/or cleaning.
7. WARNING: Do not insert foreign objects into this product.
8. WARNING: To avoid electric shock, DO NOT clean the Mosquito Vacuum by spraying water or by immersing any
Mosquito Vacuum part in water.
9. WARNING: All repairs to the Mosquito Vacuum must be performed only by qualified service personnel.
10. WARNING: Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the area of the Mosquito Vacuum.
11. WARNING: Clothing or other flammable materials should not be hung from or placed on or near the Mosquito
Vacuum.
12. WARNING: Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the Mosquito Vacuum must be replaced
prior to operating.
13. WARNING: A maximum of a 20 lb. LP-Gas cylinder shall be used with the Mosquito Vacuum.
14. WARNING: Use standard 20 pound LP gas cylinder with a shutoff valve terminating in an LP-gas supply cylinder
valve outlet specified for Connection No. 791 in the Standard for Compressed Gas Cylinder Valve Outlet and Inlet
Connections, ANSI/CGA-V-1 latest edition (Any standard propane tank manufactured in the USA after 1999)
15. WARNING: The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 for US and with the CAN1-B149 for Canada. 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).
16. WARNING: Do not place the Mosquito Vacuum under overhead unprotected combustible construction. Maintain
a minimum of 5 feet clearance around the perimeter of the Mosquito Vacuum when in use.
17. WARNING: Inspect the hose before each use of the Mosquito Vacuum. If it is evident there is excessive
abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to operating the Mosquito Vacuum. The
replacement hose shall be that specified by the manufacturer.
18. WARNING: The Mosquito Vacuum shall be used outdoors and only in a well-ventilated space and shall not be
used in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.
19. CAUTION: The Mosquito Vacuum is not intended to be installed in or on recreational vehicles and/or boats.
20. CAUTION: The Mosquito Vacuum should be stored indoors when not in use and kept away from children.
21. CAUTION: If the Mosquito Vacuum is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply cylinder. Storage of
the Mosquito Vacuum indoors is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed. Cylinders must
be stored outdoors out of reach of children and must not be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed
area.
22. CAUTION: The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the Mosquito Vacuum must be used for
connection to the LP-Gas cylinder. Replacement pressure regulators and hose assemblies must be provided by
Kaz, Inc.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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DANGER! Failure to adequately comply with all the safety precautions and detailed instructions provided
with the Stinger®Mosquito Vacuum can result in death, serious bodily injury and property loss or damage
resulting from the hazards of fire, explosion, burn, asphyxiation and/or carbon monoxide poisoning.
WARNING! Due to the use of propane, combustion by-products produced when using this product contain
certain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm.
WARNING! The Mosquito Vacuum is fueled by propane gas, which is invisible, odorless and highly
flammable. An odorant is normally added by the manufacturer, which has a “rotten egg” smell to it. This
additive can fade over time, so leaking gas is not always detectable by smell alone.
Propane gas is heavier than air and leaking propane will sink to the lowest possible level. It can be ignited
by a spark or flame of any kind and from several feet away from a leak. Keep the Mosquito Vacuum clear
and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids. The Trap is not to be
used in locations where flammable vapor or explosive dust is likely to exist.
CAUTION! The gas pressure regulator provided with the Mosquito Vacuum must be used. This regulator is
set for an outlet pressure of 11.0 in. Water Column.
The minimum inlet gas supply pressure is 11” WC from regulator.
PROPANE USE SAFETY WARNINGS
PARTS LIST
1. Base
2. Left Upright Pedestal
3. Right Upright Pedestal
4. Left Foot
5. Right Foot
6. Vacuum Head
(with regulator & Hose Attached)
7. Lure Chamber
8. Extra Lure Storage
9. User Control Panel
10. Troubleshooting Panel
11. Bug Basket
12. 12 Volt AC Adaptor with 30’ cord
(attached to Vacuum Head)
13. NOsquito™by Stinger 2-in-1 Power Bait
14. Hand hold for easy carrying
15. Propane Tank (not included)
User Control Panel
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The Stinger®Mosquito Vacuum is designed to be assembled
with NO tools. For additional questions on assembly, please
contact our Consumer Relations Department at 800-477-0457.
1. Attach Feet. Place Base on level ground. Insert Left Foot
(A) and Right Foot (B) into base (Figure 1).
2. Attach Upright Pedestals. Insert Left Upright Pedestal and
Right Upright Pedestal onto corresponding posts on base.
The ends with “U” cutouts should be at the top. Push down
to secure (Figure 2).
3. Attach the Vacuum Head. Align the left and right posts of
the Vacuum Head Assembly into the Left and Right Upright
Pedestals. Push down to secure (Figure 3).
4. Select and place the Mosquito Vacuum in the optimum
location. Refer to the following MOSQUITO VACUUM
PLACEMENT section for recommendations.
5. Place Propane Tank on Base. Place a full 20 lb tank of
propane on the base. The threaded connection should be
facing the handle area on the trap (Figure 4).
6. Attach the Gas Regulator Valve to the Propane Tank.
Remove the protective plastic cap from the threaded hose
connection on the propane tank and attach regulator, turning
clockwise to tighten. Note: The hose fitting must be
securely hand tightened to prevent gas leakage (Figure 5).
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 3
Figure 3
Figure 5
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 2
Figure 4
Figure 4
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