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Maintenance
Routine Maintenance
To ensure maximum performance and to lengthen the life of your SkeeterVac®
SV-3501C device, perform these steps each time your cylinder is empty: This model
will consume a standard 9 kg (20 lbs.) propane cylinder every 14-16 days.
1. Turn valve on propane cylinder OFF
2. Disconnect gas line from cylinder by turning knob counterclockwise
3. Remove empty cylinder from base, replace with full cylinder
4. Reconnect gas line to cylinder by turning knob clockwise
5. Remove cylinder cover from empty cylinder and place on full cylinder
6. Remove SkeeterVac® WaveDrawer
™
, empty and slide back in place
7. Remove lid from top of SkeeterVac® SV-3501C
8. Remove used SkeeterVac® TacTrap™ and dispose of properly
9. Slide fresh SkeeterVac® TacTrap
TM
in place and remove protective paper
10. *Remove used lure (if necessary) and properly dispose
11. Remove fresh lure from package (if necessary). Dispose of packaging
properly
12. Place fresh lure into well (if necessary)
13. Set SkeeterVac® FineTune™ ring to desired setting
14. Check engine and gas lines for any sign of damage or missing parts. Repair
any problems before attempting to start
15. To start - follow instructions “To Start” on page 9
16. Once started, securely attach the rain cover
17. Wash hands with soap and water.
*Note - lure lasts at least 60 days
Replacing Igniter Battery
If you do not hear a clicking sound when the igniter button is depressed, the
battery may have lost its charge. Replace battery as follows:
• Open battery compartment by turning cap on bottom of engine counter-
clockwise
• Remove used battery and properly dispose
• Place fresh AA battery into compartment – negative (-) end goes in first
• Secure cap by turning clockwise until it stops
End of Season Storage
To lengthen the life of your SkeeterVac® SV-3501C device, perform these simple
steps at the end of the mosquito season.
1. Turn valve on propane cylinder OFF
2. Disconnect gas line from cylinder by turning knob counterclockwise
3. Remove cylinder cover
