Mega Catch MCU800 Operation Manual Download Page 15

CO

2

 Gas Suppliers

13

If you operate your Mega-Catch™ Mosquito Trap in accordance with our recommendation of

no more than 8 hours per day, then you can expect a 20lb (9kgs) CO

2

 Gas Cylinder to last as

follows:

Mega-Catch™ Mosquito Traps equipped with the Variable Quantity Slow CO

2

 Gas Release

System (standard on the 

ULTRA

) use CO

2

 gas which can be purchased from hundreds of gas

supply outlets throughout the U.S.A. (and elsewhere). Major gas distributors include PraxAir,

Air Products, BOC Gases and Air Liquide. Refer to our website: www.megacatch.com for store

locations of major CO

2

 gas distributors in the U.S.A. Alternatively, look in your Yellow Pages

under Industrial Gases or Welding Supplies.
We recommend that you purchase CO

2

 in 20lb (9kg) aluminium cylinders.

We recommend that you choose setting # 2 or # 3 for normal Trap operation. In preparing for

an outdoor function, you might wish to operate the Trap on setting # 4 or # 5 for a limited

period, e.g. 12 hours per day for 2 or 3 days.

Gas Select # 

Approximate Duration

# 1 

In excess of 1 year

# 2 

125 days

# 3 

45 days

# 4 

30 days

# 5

22 days

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Summary of Contents for MCU800

Page 1: ...Mosquito Trap Operation Manual Ultra Model MCU800 Pub No Canadian Version U1106 All manuals and user guides at all guides com a l l g u i d e s c o m...

Page 2: ...o the CO2 Gas Supply 11 12 Operation of Variable Quantity Slow CO2 Gas Release System 12 13 CO2 Gas Suppliers 13 Operation of the Programmable Timer 14 15 Mosquito Catching Systems 16 Using the Liquid...

Page 3: ...ower Cords are placed carefully to avoid causing a tripping hazard Ensure the Trap is properly installed in accordance with this operation manual Before installing or removing the CO2 Gas Regulator al...

Page 4: ...aks for many mosquito species It also features a low intensity U V or black light Bulb Mosquitoes attracted to the ULTRA by visual and other cues seek to land on and probe specially designed surfaces...

Page 5: ...h system fill the Liquid Catch Container two thirds full with fresh water Add 2 or 3 drops of liquid detergent soap to break the surface tension of the water Also add 3 or 4 teaspoons of a non diet su...

Page 6: ...foot 18 meter low voltage extension cord with weatherproof connectors Plug the extension cord into the Trap connection turning the connector clockwise until tight Plug the extension cord into the tra...

Page 7: ...erproof fittings To avoid the cord posing a tripping hazard or being damaged e g by a lawn mower we recommend that if possible it be placed 2 3 inches 50 75 mm underground This can be easily achieved...

Page 8: ...le Attract them to the Trap and not to you Rule 3 Place the Trap upwind of the mosquito source but only if you can comply with Rule 1 Mosquitoes sometimes use the wind to navigate Rule 4 Place the Tra...

Page 9: ...3 below FIG 2 1 Trolley Assembly When trolley assembly is complete hang trap from hook through fitting on top of the unit then connect powerplug and gas line 4 Tighten bolt to lock handle Chain to se...

Page 10: ...at least 10lbs 4 5kg be placed on the Trolley in the manner shown in figure 2 4 below While your Mega Catch Trolley is zinc plated and powder coated when not in use we recommend that it be stored out...

Page 11: ...direction of prevailing winds The wire staples supplied with the trap or a cinder block placed on the back of the stand can be used to increase stability Fit top section over bottom section of upright...

Page 12: ...e effective operation of the Trap Even without the system or with the system turned off your Mega Catch ULTRA Mosquito Trap will catch significant numbers of mosquitoes and other biting insects Conven...

Page 13: ...and tighten firmly using a suitable sized wrench Note if the threads do not match then contact your gas supplier see page 13 CO2 Gas Suppliers section ATTENTION Do not turn on the CO2 gas supply from...

Page 14: ...ge is restricted to the end of the line simply cut out the damaged area Note the collets are the orange fitting at the Regulator connection and the black fitting at the Trap connection See figure 3 2...

Page 15: ...axAir Air Products BOC Gases and Air Liquide Refer to our website www megacatch com for store locations of major CO2 gas distributors in the U S A Alternatively look in your Yellow Pages under Industr...

Page 16: ...ce 2 OFF the Mega Catch Mosquito Trap will not operate 3 AUTO you can program when the Mega Catch Mosquito Trap will start and stop Operation of the Programmable Timer AM 12 3333 Mega Catch Fr R RESET...

Page 17: ...g only during programmed times OFF system will not operate at all NOTE If the Trap does not operate when the program mode is set to AUTO it may be in stop time program To check switch the program mode...

Page 18: ...inside the Trap may cause injury if the power is not disconnected 2 Unlock and remove the Lockable Door 3 Slide the Liquid Catch Container out from beneath the Fan This container has locating feet on...

Page 19: ...ational Then pull the drawstring tight so that any mosquitoes that remain alive cannot escape Crush the top of the Catch Bag down on its base to kill any mosquitoes that do remain alive Dispose of the...

Page 20: ...he elastic band at the top 3 The Skirt is properly fitted when the elastic band is seated over the lower horizontal rib just below the inlet holes see figure 6 The opening in the Skirt should be locat...

Page 21: ...appens use the following cleaning technique 1 Ensure the power to your Mega Catch Mosquito Trap is disconnected Attention High Speed Fan inside the Trap may cause injury if the power is not disconnect...

Page 22: ...on see Page 23 Maintenance and Repair of Your Trap section To remove safety guard turn counterclockwise until lugs release To fit align 4 lugs on fan housing with 4 slots on safety guard then turn clo...

Page 23: ...ur hands after this procedure has been completed Mega Catch Octenol Fragrance Strips should be effective for up to 30 days depending on weather conditions Mega Catch Octenol Fragrance Strips are a con...

Page 24: ...e negative battery terminal can result in major damage to your Mega Catch Mosquito Trap and may void your warranty 2 Cigarette Lighter Car Accessory Terminal Cable The Mega Catch Mosquito Trap can be...

Page 25: ...ning the Trap The two halves of the Trap are held together with 12 stainless steel screws and nuts six facing one way and six the other way Place the Trap on a table ensuring the Programmable Timer is...

Page 26: ...ble plugs into 3 pin socket on underside of top plate Control Box Heater cable plugs into 2 pin socket on underside of top plate FIG 9 2 Replacement of U V bulb FIG 9 1 Opening the ULTRA Trap CO2 sole...

Page 27: ...orced it is not possible to plug any connector into the wrong connector hole There are three connector holes on the underside of the Top Plate The two smaller two pin connector holes are for the Fan a...

Page 28: ...Disconnect the cables from the Timer to the Mega Catch Control Box by pulling the Timer Cable Pin from the Control Box 2 Using either your fingers or a screwdriver lift up the two locating arms at th...

Page 29: ...e around humans and pets provided it is operated in accordance with the instructions in this operation manual Ensure you read the Important Safety Instructions at the start of this operation manual Do...

Page 30: ...g the Fan blade from turning Refer to Page 19 Care of Your Trap section If these steps fail then email us at info megacatch com or call the Service Centre number shown on the separate Warranty Certifi...

Page 31: ...Coil MC U303 MCU304 7 CO2 Expansion Coil MC U306 8 Power Connection 9 Control Box MC U05 10 Top Plate MC PU205 11 Light emitting Diodes 12 Internal Power connectors 13 UV Tube MC PU2 14 Reflective Sur...

Page 32: ...gies NZ Limited 16th Floor 120 Albert Street Auckland New Zealand info megacatch com www megacatch com Pub No Canada U1106 Printed in China Mega Catch is a trademark of Envirosafe Technologies NZ Ltd...

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