Biogents BG Mosquitaire CO2 Outdoor Mosquito Trap Instruction Manual

BG Mosquitaire CO2 Outdoor Mosquito Trap
Instruction Manual

BG Mosquitaire CO2 Outdoor Mosquito Trap

Instruction Manual
Updates for the manual can be found on the website: www.biogents.com
BG Mosquitaire TM | 12/2021
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Safety Instructions and Warnings

• Carefully read the directions for use before you begin operating the Biogents Mosquitaire (BG-Mosquitaire).
• The BG-Mosquitaire catches tiger mosquitoes considerably well; however, it offers minimal protection against other blood-sucking insects. In case of an epidemic that is caused by tiger mosquitoes, you should take further protective measures since using the trap alone does not offer 100% protection.
• For the maintenance of the BG-Mosquitaire trap and the control of the mosquito catch rate, household gloves should be worn, and the catch bag should be properly removed to avoid mosquitoes from escaping.
• WARNING: An electric shock hazard may exist if water from a garden hose is directed at the insect trap.
• When using extension cord please keep the socketoutlet away from any moisture and avoid damage to the cord.
• The appliance is not to be used in or around locations where flammable vapour or explosive dust is likely to exist.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person that is responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• The BG-Mosquitaire trap and the BG-Sweetscent dispenser are to be kept out of reach of children.
• Only use accessories and spare parts that are recommended by the manufacturer. The use of other attractants, nets, or gauze with the trap can significantly reduce the catch rate or even completely render it ineffective.
• Only allow qualified specialists with original parts to repair the BG-Mosquitaire trap.
• The power supply and its flexible cable cannot be repaired. If it is damaged, it shall be scrapped.

Appropriate Uses and Regulations

The BG-Mosquitaire is designed to capture tiger mosquitoes outside as well as inside the house in case of Aedes aegypti nuisance in tropical areas. It needs to be protected from rain and direct sun exposure and should be placed in an area where it will not be submerged in water. The trap and the transformer need to be protected from intense heat (above 40° C) and extreme cold (below 5° C).
The BG-Mosquitaire should also not be used in very dusty surroundings, as the dust may clog the nets and the gauze covering which obstructs the air currents. The manufacturer is not held liable, in any case, if the product is improperly used or if any variations are made to the product. Please pay close attention to all of the information that is contained in the instruction manual.

Contents Included in the Packaging

1. Suction funnel with shutter

2. Funnel net

3. Catch bag (2x)
   Pre-assembled body
   

4. Gauze covering

5. Top part of lid

6. Bottom part of lid

7. Trap body

8. Inner tube with ventilator

9. 12 V outdoor power supply (EU version with 8 meter cable)

10. BG-Sweetscent TM

Assembling the Trap

1. Open the BG-Sweetscent package and remove the white BG-Sweetscent pouch [F1]. Place the BG-Sweetscent into the black slot located on the inside wall of the inner tube [F2].
2. Place the funnel net (2) around the bottom of the intake funnel (1) [F3]. Then place the catch bag (3) over the funnel net (2) above and tighten the catch bag (3) [F4].
3. Insert the intake funnel with the attached funnel net and catch bag [F5a] into the opening on top of the lid [F5b].
4. Plug the outdoor power transformer (9) into a watertight outlet [F6].

Positioning the Trap: When and Where?

The correct placement of the trap is an important factor that heavily influences its effectiveness. A detailed description of how to best position the traps can be found in the internet at: https://eu.biogents.com/placement- and-effect-of-biogents-mosquito-traps-en/
General:
The trap should be placed outside from spring to autumn: average temperature > 15° C. Position the trap in a location that is sheltered from direct sunlight, wind, and heavy rainfall [F7]. For best results, position the trap in a shady, humid location close to mosquito breeding spots or resting zones [F8], e.g., in shrubs or under trees, near puddles or rain barrels. The trap will not be affected by rainfall.
In detail:
When? The trap should be put out when the average temperature has risen above 15° C. Above this temperature, adult mosquitoes fly actively. It is best to catch the mosquitoes as early in the year as possible before they have a chance to reproduce and lay their eggs. It is important to make sure that the ventilator of the trap runs 24 hours a day.
Where? The goal is to catch the mosquitoes before they reach you. Therefore, it is important to choose a position near the resting areas of the mosquitoes and breeding sites that can not be avoided.
Good locations
1. Resting locations: During the day, mosquitoes spend their rest periods in shady, wind-protected places such as in foliage, e.g., hedges and shrubs. From here, mosquitoes begin their search for prey. If you place the trap here, you can catch the mosquitoes before they reach and bite you. Resting places of mosquitoes can also be locations with higher humidity such as wells, drains, basements, etc. They also like piles of wood where they can easily hide.
Overhanging plants and bushes often form an empty space underneath. This is an ideal location for the trap if it provides enough space both for the air currents and for the visibility of the trap: All of the upper surfaces of the trap must be clearly visible to the mosquito so that its specialized appearance is effective in attracting mosquitoes. Therefore, do not place the trap under very dense bushes [F9]. A distance of at least 0,5 m above the top of the trap needs to be kept clear [F10].

2. Breeding sites that can not be avoided : Always try to avoid breeding sites! Mosquitoes lay their eggs in natural and man-made containers. Therefore, empty or completely cover rain barrels; remove old tires; empty plant saucers, buckets, and other water holding containers; keep rain gutters clear. If these breeding sites can not be avoided, placing a trap near such a larval habitats can be effective; however, always take care of choosing a position that is protected from the sun and wind!
To protect your pets from mosquitoes, don’t place the trap directly next to their outdoor shelters, but 2-3 m away.
Heavy rain might reduce the catch rates. Therefore, use a sheltered position, e.g., in a sparse shrub [F10] or under a tree.
Bad locations

1. Direct sunlight (mosquitoes avoid the sun).
2. Windy spaces (winds deter the mosquitoes and affect the suction from the ventilator).

The graphic below [F11] depicts possible locations for the BG-Mosquitaire between mosquito breeding spots, mosquito resting areas, and the house. Please position the trap so that no one can trip over the power cord.

Controlling the Catch Results

Check the catch bag and obtain the catch results after three days of running the trap. You need to extend the period between controls if it has frequently rained or stormed, because mosquitoes are not likely to have been flying and also in spring or fall when the average temperature is below 20° C. Evaluating the catch results: Place the properly removed catch bag in a freezer bag and store it in a freezer for 2-3 hours to kill the mosquitoes, or simply leave them out in the sun to dehydrate. You can then empty out the contents of the catch bag and count the captured mosquitoes. It is recommended to check the catch success of the trap to make additional provisions or necessary changes of the position.

Maintenance and Care

When working with the BG-Mosquitaire trap and also when monitoring the catch results, household gloves should be worn, and the catch bag should be properly removed. This is to ensure the captured mosquitoes that are still alive cannot escape and cannot bite you through the net. Use a damp cloth to clean the plastic part of the trap. Do not use any cleaning agents, solvents, or insecticides, because the residues from these products can have a repelling 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. Only use recommended accessories and parts from the manufacturer. The use of foreign parts can significantly reduce the catch rate of the BG-Mosquitaire trap or even render it ineffective.

Changing the Catch Bag

The catch bag, along with the caught mosquitoes, should be disposed of when it is halfway full. At the latest the catch bag should be changed once the BG- Sweetscent  attractant  has ran out. It is important to change the catch bag, because it can become clogged with dust over time and decrease the catch rate of the BG-Mosquitaire.

1. Pull out the black intake funnel (1) with the catch bag halfway out of the trap.
2. Pull the catch bag (3) off of the black intake funnel (1) and the funnel net (2), and simultaneously pull the cord shut to close the catch bag [F12].
3. You can now dispose of the catch bag or evaluate what you have caught.
4. Remove the funnel net from the black intake tube, and rinse with warm water to remove the dust.
5. Replace the funnel net and catch bag onto the intake funnel, and place it back into the trap [F4-5].

Why is the BG – Sweetscent Important?
The development of the patented BG-Sweets cent is a result of over 15 years of mosquito research at the University of Regensburg in Germany. It is comprised of three components that are found on the human skin, and it imitates the scent of a human body for the mosquitoes. The BG-Sweetscent enhances the catch rate of the BG-Mosquitaire trap specifically for tiger mosquitoes. After opening the package, the BG-Sweets cent can be used for roughly eight weeks. After the eight weeks, the BG-Sweets cent must be replaced to ensure the effectiveness of the BG-Mousquetaire trap.
BG – Senescent
The product is a pouch containing a proprietary formulation based on lactic acid which mimics human skin scent.
Persistence: up to 2 months.
To be used preferably in combination with Bioagents mosquito traps.
Instructions: Store unopened package in a cool and dry place, away from food. Do not open packaging until the time of use. Remove the white pouch from the packaging and place it inside the mosquito trap. Do not open the white pouch.
Use only as directed. Wash hands after handling. Keep away from children. Dispose after use with household waste.
Retain this outer package for use and safety instructions.
Net weight: 11 g.
Contains <1% lactic acid (CAS no. 50-21-5) 0.98 g/100 g.
Read attached instructions before use.

Technical Data

Weight: 2.2 kg
Dimension: 30 x 37 cm
Ventilator: 12 V DC, 3.6 W
Switching power supply: AC Input 100 ­ 230 V
Frequency 60 Hz/50 Hz DC Output 12 V 1 A

CE Declaration of Conformity
Product trade name: “BG-Mosquitaire” Product type: mosquito trap, insect trap
The undersigned hereby declares, on behalf of Biogents AG company of Regensburg, Germany, that the above referenced product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the directives and following norms of:

• the “Machinery Directive” 2006/42/EC

• the “Low Voltage Directive” 2014/35/EC

• the “WEEE Directive”, i.e. the DIRECTIVE 2012/19/EU OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 4 July
  2012, on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) (recast); · the “Outdoor Noise Directive” 2005/88/EC · the “RoHS Directive”, i.e. the DIRECTIVE 2011/65/EU

• the “EMC Directive”, i.e. the DIRECTIVE 2014/30/EU

• the “Ecodesign Directive”, i.e. the DIRECTIVE 2009/125/EC

The required technical documents supporting this declaration are maintained at the Biogents AG corporate headquarters, address: Biogents AG, Weißenburgstraße 22, 93055

Regensburg
Regensburg, July 1, 2019
Dr. Andreas Rose

(Director, responsible for Documentation)
Biogents AG
Weißenburgstr.22
93055 Regensburg
Germany info@biogents.com
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References

• Biogents Webshop EU | Biogents EU-Webshop zur Mückenbekämpfung
• Biogents: Traps to Control Tiger Mosquitoes Effectively – Biogents USA
• eu.biogents.com/placement-and-effect-of-biogents-mosquito-traps-en/

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