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Hints & Tips
BED BUGS
• Researchers have found that bed bugs at all life stages die quickly at
temperatures at or above 120OF.
• Bed bug eggs are nearly translucent and incredibly difcult to detect.
A best practice is to heat treat all items that may have been in the vicinity
of bed bugs even if no bed bugs are found. For pictures of bed bugs and
bed bug eggs, please visit zappbug.com/bed-bug-pictures
• Bed bugs can survive for up to 18 months without feeding. It is critical that
all potentially infested items are heat treated or, alternatively, sealed and
stored for 18 months.
• Bed bugs can atten their bodies and slip into tiny cracks.
• Bed bugs are unable to climb smooth, nonporous surfaces like those lining
the ZappBug Oven 2TM.
• Bed Bugs suffer from thermal shock and are immediately unable to
move at temperatures above 150OF.
• For more information please visit www.zappbug.com/get-rid-of-bed-bugs
THE ZAPPBUG OVEN 2TM
• Think about heat treating your belongings in the same way that you
think of drying clothes in the sun. If your belongings are densely packed
together, it will take signicantly more time for them to reach bed bug
killing temperatures. Always use provided ventilation blocks and/or net to
ensure maximum air circulation around your belongings.
• Bed bugs suffer from thermal shock and cannot escape through the
heater duct while the heating unit is on. Make sure to turn the heating
unit on before placing potentially infested items inside the
ZappBug Oven 2TM.
• Only use indoors with an ambient room temperature above 70OF. The
heating unit works by adding heat to the air from the room in which it is
located. If the ambient temperature is below 70OF, the ZappBug Oven 2TM
may not reach bed bug killing temperatures.
• Always monitor temperature inside the ZappBug Oven 2TM with a
thermometer. (Wireless thermometer included.)
• Do not place the ZappBug Oven 2TM directly on cold oors such as
concrete. Always place the ZappBug Oven 2TM on surfaces at room
temperature (above 70OF).
Warning: Extension Cords
Some extension cords are not adequate to carry the load of current drawn by
this heating unit without becoming dangerously overheated. If an extension
cord must be used, do not use a cord set rated less than 1500 watts or 15 amps,
and of a minimum size of 16 Gauge. Use only an extension cord with the UL
seal. Use of an inadequate extension cord may result in overheating of the
extension cord or re.
Warning: Old Electrical Wiring and Outlets
Each ZappBug heating unit will draw 12-15 amps of current (1500 Watts) and
must be run on circuits rated 15 amps and above only. Some old electrical
wiring and outlets may not be capable of sustaining these loads. If you are
unsure of the electrical wiring or outlets in your location, contact an electrician
before operating ZappBug or any other high-current products. If electrical
cord(s) appears deformed or feel hot to the touch, unplug immediately and
contact ZappBug customer service. Old or faulty electrical wiring could lead to
damage, dangerous re and injury.
Additional Warnings
• Failure to comply with the Warnings presented by this manual may result in
severe injury and/or damage to property.
• Incorrect assembly or improper use may result in hazardous conditions.
Only assemble according to instructions in this manual.
• Do not block air intake or exhaust vents on heating unit. Obstructions of
the intake or exhaust vents can cause the heating unit to overheat.
• Do not use outdoors or in a wet environment. This product is designed for
use indoors only.
• Do not block exhaust vents. This can cause damage to the
heating units.
• Do not reach into or insert objects into ventilation fan while running. This
may result in injury or damage.
• Do not place ammable objects or aerosols inside the ZappBug Oven 2TM
• Some items may be damaged during heat treatment. Use Caution when
heat treating fragile items such as antique books, items made of wood,
and other belongings.
• Consult the manufacturer of items in question (such as electronics) for
a maximum safe temperature before placing them in the ZappBug Oven
2TM. Always monitor temperature to ensure that temperature never exceeds
safe level.
