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Positioning the trap: when and where?
The following graphic depicts a possible location for the
Biogents Mosquitaire CO2 between mosquito breeding
spots and resting areas and the house.
Further criteria for positioning the trap:
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The CO2 gas cylinder must be securely fixed in a ver
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tical position. It should be fixed with ropes or cords to
prevent it from falling over.
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The CO2 cylinder should not be exposed to direct sun-
light, intense heat, or extreme cold or frost.
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The pressure reducing regulator needs to be protected
from rain. Place a plastic bag over it or place it under
shelter.
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Please make sure that people, children and animals
cannot trip over the electric cables or CO2 tube.
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The trap should be placed on the ground, or relatively
close to the ground, but it should not be placed in are-
as where heavy rain can splash mud onto the trap and
clog the gauze cover.
General: When working with the Mosquitaire trap and
also when monitoring the catch results, household gloves
should be worn and the catch bag should be properly remo-
ved. This is to ensure the captured mosquitoes that are still
alive cannot escape.
Use a damp cloth to clean the plastic part of the trap. Do
not use any cleaning agents, solvents, or insecticides be-
cause the residues from these products can have a repel-
ling effect for the mosquitoes and consequently reduce
the catch rate of the trap. Do not use any pointy or rough
objects to clean the trap.
From time to time, check and make sure that:
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the electrical power supply is on,
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the ventilator of the trap is running smoothly,
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the nets and gauze are not dirty or clogged with dirt
and
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there is enough carbon dioxide in the CO2 gas cylinder.
Emptying, cleaning and exchanging the catch bags and
funnel nets:
Important Background Information: It is important to clean
or replace the catch bag and funnel net because overtime,
they can become clogged with dirt, pollen or dust. This
restricts the airflow and drastically reduces the catch rate of
the trap. The catch bag should be emptied and cleaned or
replaced as soon as one of the following situation occurs:
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the catch bag is half full
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the BiogentsBasic dispenser needs to be exchanged
(after six to eight weeks)
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the air flow through the catch bag is obstructed by
dust, pollen, or dirt
ATTENTION: Regularly check the condition of the catch bag.
If it has been damaged or torn, it needs to be replaced.
Maintenance and care
