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Sheltering the trap from rain:
Rain might disrupt the airflow by clogging the pores of the cover. This causes a reduction in the suction power of the ventilator.
Therefore ensure that the trap is sheltered from rainfall. If the trap became very wet allow it to dry before the next monitoring.
Even though rainfall does not damage the trap, there are several negative effects of rain that might decrease the catch rate:
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The mosquitoes can be damaged and difficult to identify.
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Mosquitoes avoid rain and prefer sheltered positions. In sheltered positions the catch rate can be therefore higher.
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Rain clogs the pores of the cover which leads to a reduction of suction power causing the shutter to close.
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Other animals, such as snailes, are attracted by a wet trap and tend to creep into the trap.
If you don't find a naturally sheltered position for the trap, it would be best to position the trap under a roofed area, or a self
made shelter to keep it out of direct rainfall.
It is important to comply with the following regulations when sheltering the trap from rain:
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Whatever is placed over the trap must be at least 0.5 meters above the top surface of the trap. Any distance lower will
hinder the visual signals and air currents of the trap and consequently reduce the catch rate.
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Make sure the shelter covers an adequate area around the trap, so that rain cannot enter from the sides.
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Make sure the shelter is stable and durable.
Power supply and electricity
The ventilator requires a power source of 9 to 12 V DC (max. 280 mA). While a battery cable is included, an optional power
supply unit (EU Version, US version or Australian version with an input of 220V and an output of 12V) with fitting plug con-
nection is also available.
When using batteries, we usually recommend 12 Volt motorcycle or car batteries. These are easily rechargeable and readily
available in most places. As a rule of thumb, you will need a battery capacity of 10 to 11 Ah for each trap with a 24 hr trapping
period (for a 48 hr period you will need a capacity of 20 to 22 Ah and so on). This includes a security factor which should give
you a peace of mind in most real-life situations.
Technical data
Weight: 1.7 kg
Dimension unfolded: 38 x 47 cm
Dimension folded in bag: 42 x 13 cm
Ventilator: 12V DC, 3.6 Watt
Switching power supply: AC Input 100 – 230V,
Frequency 60Hz/50Hz,
DC Output 12V 1A
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