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Attractant Cup Use
The attractant consists of a proprietary formula comprised of food grade compounds that when
combined with water produce C02 and other attractants similar to those emitted by warm-
blooded animals. When water is added, the reaction will produce attractant for a period of 24
hours. Attractant can be replaced daily for even greater mosquito capture. It takes approxi-
mately 30 minutes after adding the cool water for the reaction to produce attractant in effective
quantities to attract mosquitoes.
4. Place the cover onto the cup and snap into place. See Illustration C.
5. Remove the cup chamber lid. See Illustration D. Carefully place the
attractant cup into the cup chamber on the top of the trap. Be careful not
to spill any contents. See Illustration E. Avoid delays in placing attractant
cup into unit as reaction to produce attractant begins when water is
added.
6. Replace the cup chamber lid. Be sure the cover locks into place, to insure
an airtight seal. See Illustration D.
7. To reuse an attractant cup, remove the cup from the trap ( cup will be
warm to the touch ), pop off the cup cover by inserting a finger into the
hole and pulling while holding the cup. Dump the used attractant into the
trash. Gently wash the cover and rinse with hot water. The cup comes
apart into two parts by grasping the bottom half in one hand and placing
your other hand over the top, grasping the edges of the top lip. Gently
twist and pull so that the outer cup separates from the inner cup. Be care-
ful not to crush cups. See Illustration F. Gently wash both cup sections
and rinse with hot water. Allow to dry before reassembly to use.
Failure to properly clean, rinse, and allow the attractant cup and
cover to dry may make the next batch of attractant not function cor-
rectly to attract mosquitoes.
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1. Take one (1) empty pre-assembled attractant cup set. See Illustration A.
Each cup is designed for six uses. See Step 7 for reuse information.
CAUTION: Do not use only inner or outer cup alone, they must be used
in combination. See Illustration F.
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Safety
1. Use only extension cords having plugs and recepticles that accept the Eco-Trap’s plug. Replace or repair damaged extension cords.
2. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be as great as the electrical rating of the Eco-Trap.
Lentek recommends an extension cord of 16 gauge or greater.
3. Don’t abuse the power supply cord. Never yank it to disconnect from the receptacle or from the Eco-Trap. Keep all electrical cords
away from heat, oil, or sharp edges.
4. The connection between the Eco-Trap and any extension cord used must be kept dry and off the ground.
5. Disconnect the Eco-Trap from the power supply when not in use, before adding attractant cartridges, before cleaning, before
servicing, or for storage.
6. Do not insert foreign objects into this or any electrical product.
7. The Eco-Trap and it’s attractant should be stored indoors when not in use and kept away from children. Empty the attractant cup
and clean unit before storage.
8. To avoid electic shock, DO NOT clean the Eco-Trap with spraying water or by immersion in water or other liquid.
9. All repairs to the Eco-Trap must be performed only by qualified service personnel.
10. Read and follow all instructions prior to use of the Eco-Trap.
11. Young children should be carefully supervised when they are in the area of the Eco-Trap.
12. Clothing or other flammable materials should not be hung from or placed on the Eco-Trap.
13. Any guard or other protective device removed for servicing the Eco-Trap must be replaced prior to operating.
14. Keep the area around the Eco-Trap clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.
Where To Place The Eco-Trap
Many species of mosquito have an adult life span that lasts about two weeks. About 3000 species of mosquito
have been identified world-wide, with approximately 170 species found in the United States. Both male and female
mosquitoes feed on plant nectar, but only the female requires a blood meal. The blood meal is needed for each
batch of eggs the female lays, typically she feeds once every 3-4 days. A blood meal usually lasts about 90 sec-
onds if the mosquito is not disturbed and can equal about 1
1/2
times the female mosquitoes’ body weight! A sin-
gle female can lay thousands of eggs during her life span.
The female mosquito is attracted by scent (including CO2), temperature, shape, color, movement, and for some
species, even sound. The female mosquito is most active between 50 degrees Fahrenheit and 95 degrees
Fahrenheit in calm or light breeze conditions. Mosquitoes tend to travel up-wind when seeking a blood meal.
The placement of the Eco-Trap will greatly affect the success of the unit capturing mosquitoes.
The largest number of mosquitoes will be captured by positioning the Eco-Trap as follows:
Outdoors: Find the normal down-wind direction from the area you want to reduce mosquitoes (towards where
mosquitoes are living, i.e. trees, bushes, water). Place the Eco-Trap in the downwind area at the edge or slightly
beyond, of the patio, deck, or other area where you want to reduce mosquitoes. Be sure to place the Eco-Trap out
of direct sunlight. Do not place the Eco-Trap under a bright light. Maximum height of 6 feet.
WARNING: Avoid exposing trap to heavy or prolonged rain.
Indoors: The Eco-Trap can be used indoors when mosquitoes are a problem there. Place the unit on a stable sur-
face in the room or area where mosquitoes are most likely to enter. Leave interior doors open to allow the mos-
quitoes to find the trap. Be careful to place something under the trap to protect furniture from any spillage. Do
not place unit on electric appliances such as a television. Look for air movement within the house to find ideal loca-
tions for the trap. Just like outdoors, mosquitoes will tend to travel upwind indoors, following air currents in their
search for a meal! Do not place the Eco-Trap under a light.
CAUTION: Keep the trap out of the reach of children and pets.
• The maximum ambient air temperature for use of attractant is 38C (100.4F).
• Unopened attractant should be stored in a cool dry place.
• Unopened attractant has a shelf life of 18 months, see the expiration date marked on each
foil pack.
CAUTION: Attractant cup and cover are NOT dishwasher or microwave safe.
CAUTION: Attractant not for human or animal consumption. Keep away from
children and pets.
2. Take one foil pack of attractant and cut open the corner.
See Illustration B. Pour the contents into the attractant cup.
3. Add 150ml (5 ounces) of cool (18-20C, 60-70F) water into the attractant
cup. Do not overfill water. Do not stir.
