Troubleshooting - Mosquito Magnet PATRIOT PLUS Operation Manual

Problem
Your Mosquito
Magnet® Patriot
Plus won't start.
The Mosquito
Magnet Patriot
Plus won't stay
running
Low or no catch
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Possible Causes
1. Is the propane tank
empty?
2. If propane tank is new, it
may have air blockage, has
it been purged?
3. If tank has been opened
too quickly, security check
valve may have triggered.
4. Is the power cord plugged
in?
5. Is there a loose
connection?
1. The tank regulator isn't
fully engaged.
2. Propane tank may be
empty or need to be purged.
3. Regulator is not fully
engaged
4. Fuel line may be blocked
by propane contaminants.
1. Mosquitoes may not be
out yet.
2. Trap improperly placed.
Solutions
1. Weigh tank and check against
"empty" weight written on tank.
2. Bring tank to filling location. Air may
be in fuel line. Ask for tank to be
purged.
Hint: If you have another propane
powered device operating on a
standard, 9 kg (20 lb) propane tank, try
hooking that tank up to the trap to verify
that the issue is with your tank.
3. Disconnect the regulator from the
tank and reconnect. Then open the
regulator valve slowly.
4. Verify all electrical connections.
Make sure you are using the correct
power requirements for your unit.
5. Make sure regulator is fully engaged,
and propane tank valve is fully open.
1. Make sure the regulator is fully
engaged, and propane tank valve is fully
open.
2. Go through above steps 1, 2 and 3.
3. See tank changing tips section. Hand
tighten the propane tank regulator until
slightly snug.
4. Follow Easy Quick Clear Valve
instructions.
1. Verify temperature is consistently
above 10°C (50°F).
2. Follow steps in the "Trap Placement"
section of your owner's manual.
3. Keep trap in constant operation 24
hours/day, 7 days/week.
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