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  • Page 1 TEX0000203969 REV A0...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    List of Contents 1 Introduction 2 Safety Precautions 3 Bait Information 4 Customer Assembly of Weather Cover 5 Operating Instructions 6 Machine Placement 7 Troubleshooting Guide 8 Cleaning Instructions 9 Maintenance and Service Chart 10 Winter Storage Instructions 11 Frequently Asked Questions 12 Warranty Information 13 Spare Parts List &...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    In cases of doubt please do not hesitate to contact your retailer. Please visit the Texol website for the latest information on our products. www.texol.co.uk - 3 -...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    2. Safety Precautions • The MidgeaterMax is designed for outdoor use only. • The MidgeaterMax should only be used for insect capture. • Carefully supervise children and animals when the MidgeaterMax is in use. • Please remember there are no “safe slopes”. Position the MidgeaterMax on level ground.
  • Page 5 We would point out that we are not liable according to the product liability act for damage caused by our machine as a result of: - a) improper repairs not carried out by authorised service engineers. b) or if ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS are not used as replacement parts.

  • Page 6: Bait Information

    3. Bait Information The bait/attractant should be placed in the bait holder, as per the following diagrams. a. open bait packaging b. remove sachet from foil c. roll into holder d. place bait into holder as below e. replace bait holder cap - 6 -...

  • Page 7: Customer Assembly Of Weather Cover

    4. Customer Assembly of Weather Cover REMOVE CUSTOMER PACK FROM GAS BOTTLE COMPARTMENT. A POZI SCREWDRIVER IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ASSEMBLY: THE PARTS YOU WILL HAVE ARE: 1 x HOOD 3 x STRUTS 12 x M4 SCREWS Fig 1 SECURE THE 3 STRUTS TO THE CHASSIS USING 6 SCREWS IN THE ORIENTATION SHOWN IN Fig 2.

  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    5. Operating Instructions 1. Place MidgeaterMax in desired position on level ground. Remove Cap Place Bait Replace Cap 2. The bait/attractant should then be placed in the bait holder, ensuring that the bait holder cap is replaced. 3. Connect the click/on regulator to patio gas bottle. 4.
  • Page 9 6. Ensure vacuum chamber door is closed. 7. Ensure that the grey lever on the click/on regulator is in the vertical position (on) and gas bottle chamber door is closed. 8. When starting from cold the system will have to be primed i.e. hold black button in for approx.
  • Page 10 released at any time during the above operation, you must repeat the process from step 9). 12. After releasing the black button the needle on the power indicator should continue to rise into the green section. 13. Your MidgeaterMax should now be operational. A 13kg patio gas bottle should last 24 to 28 days.

  • Page 11: Machine Placement

    6. Machine Placement As midges are attracted to any warm CO2 producing source (including people and animals) the machine should be sited away from where people congregate. Ideally the midges should reach the MidgeaterMax before they reach the people. It may be worth trying several locations to identify which is the most effective for your MidgeaterMax.

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting Guide

    7. Trouble-Shooting Guide Below is a list of problems that we believe that our customers may be able to solve themselves when the unit fails to operate correctly. If you are unsure about carrying out any of these tasks, please call our technical help line (01382 618444) for assistance.
  • Page 13 ** NEVER TRY TO IGNITE THE MIDGEATER WHEN THE SERVICE PANEL ** IS REMOVED AS IN FIG 2. STEP 5 If the problem persists a Texol engineer should be called to rectify the fault. NOZZLE HOUSING BLOCKAGE: Assuming that the regulator is fitted properly and the igniter is sparking, the next check is the Nozzle Housing.
  • Page 14 up towards the combustion chamber area and disperse the air duster to clear any blockages. See fig 5 & 6 below. It is important to ensure that the nozzle housing and the chimney area are kept clear. Replace the service panel and repeat the ignition process Fig 4 CHIMNEY AREA Fig 5 AEROSOL TUBE NOZZLE HOUSING...
  • Page 15 POWER INDICATOR: If your MidgeaterMax has ignited but the power indicator needle does not move from the red area, check that the fan in the midge capture chamber is working. If the fan is working, the MidgeaterMax can still be used even though the power gauge is not operational.

  • Page 16: Cleaning Instructions

    8. Cleaning Instructions Tools required for cleaning are, a Philips screwdriver and a vacuum cleaner with crevice attachment. 1. Remove midge capture bag 2. Clean midge capture chamber with a damp cloth or vacuum cleaner 3. Remove service panel by removing 4 screws as per Fig 7. 4.
  • Page 17 Fig 7 Fig 8 Fig 9 Fig 10 Fig 11 - 17 -...

  • Page 18: Maintenance And Service Chart

    9. Maintenance and Service Chart - 18 -...

  • Page 19: Winter Storage Instructions

    2. Remove any remaining bait sachets from bait holder. 3. Cover MidgeaterMax, preferably with a MidgeaterMax storage cover. (see www.texol.co.uk or contact distributor) and store in a dry place, i.e. garage or garden shed. NOTE: *WINTER KIT TO BE REMOVED PROIR TO SPRING START-UP*...

  • Page 20: Frequently Asked Questions

    11. Frequently Asked Questions. Q. How does the MidgeaterMax work? A. The MidgeaterMax draws insects towards it by emitting a plume of harmless carbon dioxide. This is produced as a by-product of burning propane through catalytic conversion, which also produces warmth and moisture.
  • Page 21 SHOULD THERE BE ANY PROBLEMS OR QUESTIONS IN RELATION TO THIS PRODUCT THAT YOU STILL REQUIRE ANSWERS TO PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT THE MIDGEATER HELPLINE AT TEXOL ON 01382 618444 OR EMAIL US AT midgeater@texol.co.uk - 21 -...

  • Page 22: Warranty Information

    As a valued customer and someone who we hope is benefiting from the use of our Midgeater product, Texol services has put together an offer of extended warranty which we are sure will be of interest to you.
  • Page 23 6. Self repair attempts Should you wish to proceed with this offer of extended warranty please contact a member of staff at Texol. Ph – 01382 618444. Please have proof of MidgeaterMax purchase at hand when you call as this is a necessary requirement to enable purchase of extended warranty.

  • Page 24: Spare Parts List & Prices

    13. Spare Parts List Please find below a list of parts that can be ordered by calling the helpline (01382 618444). For the self assembly of parts, this is only a recommendation. If you require a service engineer to fit the parts, call the helpline.

  • Page 25: Technical Data

    14. Technical Data Gas Type : Propane I Gas supply pressure : 30, 37, 50mbar Nominal Heat Input : 0.25kW Height : 1.10m Width : 520mm Weight : Approx. 30kg (without gas cylinder) Colour : Green RAL6020 Direct Countries of Destination : GB &...

  • Page 26: Contact Details

    15. Contact Detail Manufactured by Texol Products Ltd Myrekirk Road, Dundee, Scotland, DD2 4SX. Midgeater® is a registered trade mark. Patent Applied For : No. 0306538.0 For stockists of replacement bags & bait tablets visit, www.texol.co.uk or contact your local distributor.

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