Bird-X BALCONY GARD Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL:
BALCONY GARD SILENT BIRD REPELLER

I. INTRODUCTION

Bird-X, Inc. has been recognized worldwide as the bird and pest control experts for more
than 40 years and its specialists are able to analyze problems and make recommendations
based on each customer's specific situation and needs.

II. WHY CONTROL BIRDS?

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Droppings are unsightly, unhealthy, and potentially fatal.
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"Cleaning up" costs time and money.
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Birds are destructive and deface property.
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USDA, OSHA, health boards and other organizations have laws concerning bird mess problems.

III. BIRD MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

A. Survey the birds and their entry, exit, nesting and feeding habits.
B. Inspect your property. Discover what the pests find attractive about your area, and if the same conditions prevail in
neighboring properties.
C. Remove inducements. Clean the area of all evidence of birds and the residual scent. Because birds and their
droppings can cause many diseases, use extreme caution when removing them. Do not breathe or come into direct
contact with them. If you have questions about how to do this safely, consult an expert. Remove food spillage,
garbage, material and other appealing items.
D. Maintain a clean and changing environment. For maximum effectiveness, periodically repeat C) above and relocate
or reposition the unit, vary the output, or turn it off for a short time.
E. Install early. It is always best to install the Balcony Gard before "bird season" begins, as it is easier to keep them
away than to rout them out once they have already established a pattern.
F. Use products synergistically. Two or more different kinds of devices (Balcony Gard plus netting and/or a visual
repeller like iridescent flash tape or holographic "Terror Eyes") will produce a synergistic effect – i.e., in combination,
the products will yield much greater effectiveness than the Balcony Gard alone. Contact Bird-X, Inc. for information
on "companion" products.
G. Consider alternate locations. Make educated guesses as to where the birds will go when they leave their current
infestation area, and consider purchasing units to cover these areas as well.

IV. UNIT OVERVIEW

This adjustable-frequency, dual-operation, weatherproof unit repels all pest birds. An infrared motion sensor is built in.

V. UNIT SET-UP

Gently pull off the back cover. Set the operation switch (upper right) to
OFF. Start the Frequency Dial all the way clockwise (Low) unless you can
hear the sound, in which case turn it higher.
On the operation switch, choose "MS AC or Battery" for the unit to operate
briefly each time the motion sensor is tripped (works with both an AC
adapter and batteries), or choose "CONT. AC Only" for the unit to operate
continuously (works with an AC adapter only).
Turn "Sensitivity" dial to adjust motion sensor sensitivity.
AC Adapter Plug one end into the port underneath the operation switch and
the other into any standard outlet. (If using outside, protect the outlet from
weather). Run the cord through the notch on the bottom of the unit. Snap the
cover back into place.
Batteries Install four "C" batteries as shown on the unit. Snap the cover
back into place.
Expect coverage up to 900 square feet in a generally oval pattern.
The speaker projects sound on a horizontal plane in one direction.
The lower the sound frequency (clockwise), the greatest coverage.
In dense foliage and/or large acreage, multiple units may be necessary.

VI. INSTALLATION

Use the keyhole slots on the back to mount it on any building, wall or
wooden post with nails or screws. Point the speaker at the area you want covered. If installing outdoors, place the unit
at least 3 feet above the ground for optimum range.