Troubleshooting - Mosquito Magnet INDEPENDENCE Manuel De L'utilisateur

Troubleshooting

Problem
Unit won't start
RED LED light flashing
at 7 second intervals
Unit won't stay running
Low or No Catch
LED Flashing alt RED/GREEN
at 7 second intervals
LED Flashing alt
RED/ORANGE
at 7 second intervals
Double flashing RED LED
at 7 second intervals
LED light solid RED
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. Bug bag may be full or clogged.
1. 'Possible Causes' 1 & 3 above may apply.
2. Regulator is not fully engaged.
1. Insects may not be out yet.
2. Trap placement issue.
3. Biting insect reproductive cycles have not yet
been broken.
4. Counterflow may be disrupted.
1. High Temperature.
1. Battery Voltage Low.
1. Thermister Fault.
1. Electrical Fault.
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, 20 lb propane
tank, try hooking that tank up to the trap to
verify that the issue is with your tank.
3. Verify all connections. Make sure propane tank
valve is fully open.
4. Replace the bug bag.
1. Go through above steps 1 & 3.
2. See Tank Changing Tips on page 8.
1. Verify temperature is consistently over 50°F (10°C).
2. Follow steps in the "Trap Placement" section of
your owner's manual.
3. Keep trap in constant operation 24 hours/day,
7 days per week for at least 4 weeks to reduce the
mosquito population.
4. Air flow may be restricted. Contact your Local
Service Provider.
1. Turn off trap and allow to cool for 1/2 hour.
Then restart.
1. Make sure the 4 "C" batteries are properly
installed and fresh.
2. Ensure the battery cage connector is properly
installed.
3. After several repeated unsuccessful attemps,
replace with 4 new "C" batteries.
1. Contact your Local Service Provider or call
Consumer Care at: 1-800-953-5737.
1. Contact your Local Service Provider or call
Consumer Care at: 1-800-953-5737.
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