PestWest Chameleon Sirius, Instructions For Use Manual, Page: 2 / 20

PRECAUTIONS
All PestWest traps are fully
insulated, Class I appliances,
nevertheless, sensible
precautions should be observed:
• Switch off the machine
before servicing or cleaning
• Do not install where
dangerous concentrations of
flammable gases or dusts are
likely to occur
• Ensure the unit is properly
earthed
• Avoid working on the
machines whilst they are still
connected to the mains
• Ensure that operators have
an adequate and secure
working platform, when
working on the machines
• Do not allow the glue board
to become over-filled with
dead insects. Change at
regular intervals as required
by the catch or at least every
6-8 weeks. Ensure PestWest
glue boards are fitted as
replacement
• The unit is designed for
indoor use only and is not
rain-proof
• Not suitable for use in barns,
stables or similar locations
• Maintenance may be
carried out by people with
reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack
of experience or knowledge
if they have been given
supervision or instruction
• Keep out of reach of children
• Not for use by children
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
All PestWest flytraps are made using the highest
quality materials. The bodywork is polyester
powder coated zintec steel (rust-resistant) with a
polished aluminium reflector (Stainless steel 304
Grade front cover also available).
The unit retains a PestWest sticky board.
PestWest units are fitted with Quantum BL tubes
with FEP shatterproof coating as standard to
EN61549.
The Chameleon Sirius offers the latest
generation of higher energy efficient T5 lamp
technology. These lamps are powered by a state
of the art high frequency electronic ballast
that is more energy efficient than traditional
magnetic ballasts, and being entirely automatic
no separate starters are required. Electronic
ballasts also increase the performance of
fluorescent lamps.
UNPACKING YOUR UNIT
Each unit is carefully inspected and packed
before leaving our factory. Before discarding
the outer carton, examine for obvious evidence
of transport damage. Remove the unit and pay
particular attention to the removal of all packing
materials, before installing the unit.
MODE OF OPERATION
Electrical flytraps operate on the principle
that most flying insects are attracted to light,
particularly to the ultraviolet (UV) end of the
light spectrum. Since insects are still active and
will fly at night, traps should be left operating 24
hours a day.
SITING
The efficiency of the unit can be affected by
the intensity of other light sources, e.g. daylight.
Therefore, mount the unit where competition from
other light sources is minimised.
In food areas, mount close to, but not directly over,
exposed food or preparation surfaces (preferably
to attract flies away from sensitive areas rather than
attract towards them). Observe where the flies tend
to congregate and if possible, put your flytrap in or
close to that area.
Site the units near where flies are likely to gain
access, e.g. doors and windows opening to the
outside, especially dustbin areas.
Position the trap where it can be easily
reached around head height; not over working
machinery where access may be difficult or
dangerous.
INSTALLATION
Select the optimum position for the Chameleon
Sirius using the guidelines given in the ‘SITING’
section.
The PestWest Chameleon Sirius is supplied with
a 2 metre power cord, terminated in a plug to
suit local outlets, and operates from a 220-240V
50-60Hz supply. If it is necessary to extend
the power cord, a competent electrician must
do this. Ensure that once installed, the cord is
adequately secured.
The unit has 4 keyhole slots on the rear panel
to permit wall mounting, using the screws
and masonry plugs provided. The unit can be
mounted either horizontally, or vertically, in any
orientation, enabling the power cord to exit the
unit on whichever side is preferred, to best suit
the electrical socket location, and provide a neat
installation.
The unit is supplied, as standard, to be mounted
with the switch under the main chassis, or
vertically in either orientation. If these mounting
options are chosen, there is no need to remove
and rotate the front cover.
NB: In certain orientations, the cover may
need to be rotated, to prevent the glue board
dropping out of the unit. Refer to ‘FRONT COVER
ROTATION’ for instructions.
The power cord can then be routed in any
direction. Only 2 Keyholes should be used for
horizontal mounting, whilst 4 Keyholes should
be used in vertical mounting
Mark off the necessary fixings points onto the
mounting surface using the template provided.
Drill to a depth of 40mm using a 5.5mm drill bit.
Place the plastic plugs into the wall then screw
the screws into the plastic plugs leaving the
head of the screw approximately 10mm from
the wall. The unit will now hook over the screws
because of the keyhole feature.
NB: If the wall is plasterboard or stud partitioned
etc, suitable fixings must be used to ensure the
unit will be secure.
Once the unit is securely installed, you will need
to remove the backing paper from the glue
board to reveal the glue surface.
FRONT COVER ROTATION (OPTIONAL)
Unscrew the 4 screws which are securing the
cover to the mount panel using a pozidrive
screwdriver. Ensure the cover is rotated so that
the ‘board stop’ feature on the board guides is
located to whichever face of the unit has been
selected to be the underside. Failure to do this
will result in the glue board falling out of the
unit.
NB: Do not attempt to remove, or tamper with,
the nuts holding the board guides in place.
These have been fixed to a set torque and if over
tightened, may snap off the threaded studs, and
make the cover unusable.
Chameleon Sirius
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE * PLEASE SWITCH OFF MACHINE BEFORE SERVICING