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Table of Contents
Safety Instructions and Warnings, Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembling the Trap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance, Technical Data, Development, Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Carefully read the directions for use before you begin
operating the Biogents BG-GAT trap.
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The BG-GAT catches tiger mosquitoes considerably
well; however, it offers minimal protection against
other bloodsucking insects. In case of an epidemic
that is caused by tiger mosquitoes, you should take
further protective measures since using even the most
effective trap alone does not offer 100% protection.
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For maintenance of the BG-GAT trap and checking the
mosquito catch rate, household gloves should be worn.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory,
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
Introduction
Both the Asian tiger mosquito (
Aedes albopictus
) and the
yellow fever mosquito (
Aedes aegypti
) lay their eggs in
natural and artificial containers with water. These include:
flower pots, vases, buckets, water barrels, rain gutters,
discarded cups and bottles, plants that hold small quantities
of water, or any other containers.
The BG-GAT mimics such containers by attracting
mosquitoes with water and a dark, humid place. The
mosquitoes fly into the BG-GAT and enter the transparent
chamber through the black funnel. The barrier net provides
a barrier between mosquitoes and the infused water and
prevents them from laying their eggs. Once inside the
chamber, mosquitoes try to escape through the translu-
cent parts where they are exposed to the surface of the
sticky card.
or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by
a person that is responsible for their safety.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
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The BG-GAT trap and the Biogents sticky cards are to
be kept out of reach of children.
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Only use accessories and spare parts that are
recommended by Biogents. The use of other sticky cards,
nets, or gauze with the trap can significantly reduce the
catch rate or even completely render it ineffective.
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If the trap is damaged, it should be discarded.
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Keep this instruction manual for future use.
Safety Instructions and Warnings
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