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Symptom
Mode lights on control panel do
not light when “MODE” switch is
d e p r e s s e d .
Probable Cause
No power at outlet
Unit not properly connected to its power pack.
Remedy
Check for electrical power at outlet.
Check plug connections between unit and power pack low voltage cord.
Green lights on control panel
are fla s h i n g .
Lack of propane.
Propane tank valve closed.
Regulator coupling not properly attached.
R e fill propane tank.
Open tank valve.
Check propane regulator coupling for proper engagement and/or leaks.
The fan does not run
continuously after the unit has
been on for at least 10 minutes.
Lack of propane
Start cycle malfunction.
Same as for “green lights fla s h i n g ” .
Press
“ R e s e t ”
and restart in 24/7 mode.
Not catching mosquitoes when
the fan is running, the valve is
pulsing and the green lights on
the control panel are not
flashing.
Funnel end is not over catch tray
nozzle opening.
Funnel clogged with insect debris.
Trap is not located in a productive site.
Windy, cool or stormy weather.
Current mosquito population not readily
attracted to CO
2
+ Octenol.
Engage the funnel end with the catch tray nozzle opening.
Clean funnel. See page 7.
Move trap to a new site. See placement guidelines in the owner’s manual.
Wait for conditions more to the mosquito’s liking.
Notably the day flying Asian tiger Mosquito. Operate the trap with the
octenol cartridge removed.
The unit does not start up at
dusk when in an automatic
mode.
Unit has not sensed dusk or night for a
full 10 minutes.
Ambient temperature is below
55-60ºF.
Ambient light level is too high.
Wait for 10 minutes of darkness.
Unit will start automatically if temperature rises above 55º F
within 2 hours of dusk.
Shield unit from extraneous light.
Trouble Shooting Chart
Mosquito Attractant:
Octenol Cartridge – MA 1000
Makes your Mosquito PowerTr a p
more effective in attracting mosquitoes
and biting fli e s .
Extension Cord – EC-50
50 foot low voltage extension cord.
Allows placement of the Mosquito
P o w e r Trap an additional 50 feet away
from the power source.
Accessories
Accessories are available at your local retail outlet or on-line at www.flowtron.com
Any problems you encounter that are not corrected by the action recommended in this chart should be referred to the Flowtron Service Department • (800) 343-3280
WARRANTY
Flowtron warrants your Mosquito PowerTrap to be free from defects in materials or workmanship under normal use and service for one year from date of original purchase. All parts
which are defective will be replaced free of charge. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranty of merchantability are also limited in duration to the one year period from the
original purchase date.
The provisions of this warranty shall not apply to any product which as been subject to misuse, neglect or accident, nor which is used for a purpose for which it is not designed, or
which shall have been repaired or altered in any way so as to adversely affect its performance and reliability. Service by unauthorized parties voids your warranty. Warranty covers
only the original purchaser. Commercial and/or professional use is excluded from warranty coverage.
Flowtron neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume for it any other liability in connection with its product. No responsibility is assumed for any consequential damages
that may result from the use of a Flowtron product, nor for damages due to accident, abuse, lack of responsible care, the affixing of any unauthorized attachment, loss of parts or
subjecting this unit to any but the specified voltage.
If the unit fails to operate during the warranty period, send the product, along with purchase receipt showing purchase date and description of the problem to: Flowtron Service
C e n t e r, 15 Highland Avenue, Malden, MA 02148. Transportation costs for returning any defective product are the responsibility of the consumer.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Flowtron Outdoor Products, 15 Highland Ave, Malden, MA 02148
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