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- Page 1 ZappBug Heater ® User Manual KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN Manufactured For: ZAPPBUG 1700 WESTLAKE AVE N STE 200 SEATTLE WA 98109 EPA Est. No. 101830-CHN-1 MADE IN CHINA Weight: 11 lbs (5 kg) V3.04.22...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
4. Wireless Thermometer Set Up............11 5. Turn on ZappBug Thermal Unit............14 6. Insert Items for Heat Treatment............15 7. Run Time.....................15 8. Remove Items After Heat Treatment..........16 9. Folding and Storing the ZappBug Heater........16 Heat Treatment Chart............17 ..Troubleshooting..............18 .. -
Page 4: Important Safety Information
You must comply with all safety information and operating instructions when using this product. Please read all Safety and Hazard Information outlined in this manual. Failure to comply could result in personal injury, damage to property, or fire hazards. ©2014-2022 ZappBug. All rights reserved. Product specifications subject to change. -
Page 5: Important Physical Or Chemical Hazards
Read This IMPORTANT! SAFETY AND HAZARD INORMATION Before Proceeding IMPORTANT SAFETY AND HAZARD INORMATION PHYSICAL OR CHEMICAL HAZARDS Power outlets with poor electrical connections can become dangerously overheated and may result in severe injury, damage to property, or fire. High-power appliances require more electric current than most household items. Old or high-use outlets can have poor or loose connections. The high current required by this product, combined with a poor electrical connection can cause outlets to overheat and melt. - Page 6 Only assemble the ZappBug Heater according to instructions in this manual. • Do not block air intake or exhaust vents on heater. Obstructions of the intake or exhaust vents can cause the ZappBug thermal unit to overheat and pose a fire hazard. Always maintain 6 or more inches of clearance around the ZappBug thermal unit during operation.
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Page 7: Hints & Tips
Only use indoors with an ambient room temperature at or above 70°F. The • ZappBug thermal unit works by adding heat to the air from the room in which it is located. If the ambient temperature is below 70°F, the ZappBug Heater may not reach bed bug killing temperatures. -
Page 8: Components Included
Components Included The following components are required for proper use of this product. If you did not receive all of the components listed below, contact ZappBug immediately by phone at (206)-430-5514 or by e-mail at service@ZappBug.com. Note: Some components may appear different from the representations below. -
Page 9: Directions For Use
Use & Operation 1. Unfold the ZappBug Heater Note: It is normal for one side of the ZappBug Heater to appear warped. This allows the ZappBug Heater to easily fold and does not affect functionality. If warping appears excessive, shake the ZappBug Heater to ensure that each side panel is fully extended. -
Page 10: Support Configuration
(continued) 3. Support Configuration The ZappBug Heater has a unique and modular support system which is designed to accommodate a wide range of items. Support blocks allow for ventilation around rigid, heavy items such as luggage and small furniture. A combination of support blocks and the support net allow for ventilation around loose items such as books and clothing. Follow the appropriate support configuration for your items as shown below. -
Page 11: Wireless Thermometer Set Up
Use & Operation (continued) 4. Wireless Thermometer Set Up The ZappBug Heater comes with a thermometer base station and a remote probe. Thermometer Probe Note: Set up the thermometer Thermometer Base Station base station fi rst... - Page 12 Figure 1 1. Battery Compartment 2. Stand Mount IMPORTANT: Insert batteries and set up thermometer base station fi rst Figure 1 Figure 2 1. Time 2. Ambient Room Temperature 3. Reception Icon 4. Probe Sensor Temperature Figure 2 ©2014-2022 ZappBug. All rights reserved. Product specifi cations subject to change.
- Page 13 See Figure 2. 3. Place the wireless thermometer probe in the deepest, most insulated part of the item being treated. Allow the ZappBug Heater to run for 60 minutes or longer after the temperatures reaches 120°F.
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Page 14: Turn On Zappbug Thermal Unit
Always use the included thermometer and thermometer probe to confi rm that the temperature reaches lethal levels. See Heat Treatment Chart on page 17 for more information. Safety Note: Each ZappBug thermal unit draws 1500 watts of electrical power. Do not use extension cords rated below 1500 watts. Overheat Light... -
Page 15: Insert Items For Heat Treatment
1500 watts. 6. Insert Items for Heat Treatment Place items inside the ZappBug Heater on top of support blocks and/or support net. To ensure adequate airflow, items should not touch the walls or ceiling of the chamber. -
Page 16: Remove Items After Heat Treatment
9. Folding and Storing the ZappBug Heater 1. Disconnect ZappBug Thermal Unit 2. Zip the top flap of the ZappBug Heater closed 3. Fold ZappBug Heater by pushing one of the four long edges across to the long edge diagonally opposite. Zip Closed End View... -
Page 17: Heat Treatment Chart
Heat Treatment Chart Typical Heat Treatment (Actual Treatment Times Will Vary) TEMPERATURE INSIDE ZAPPBUG LETHAL IN 1 MINUTE - 120 LETHAL IN 1 HOUR - 113 BED BUGS DEAD 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 TIME IN MINUTES Sources Offi... -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
Safety Tip Over Switch If you plug in and turn on the ZappBug thermal unit and it still does not turn on, please check the safety tip over switch which is a little black button on the bottom of the red square ZappBug thermal unit. - Page 19 Questions? Please contact ZappBug directly before place of purchase ZappBug’s staff are here to help! If you have any questions about ZappBug or are experiencing any issues, please don’t hesitate to contact Customer Service by phone or e-mail. Our representatives are ready to assist Monday-Friday, 9a.m.
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Page 20: Warranty Information
4. The cost of repairing or replacing any electronics that are placed in the ZappBug Heater. (In our experience, the ZappBug Heater operates at temperature ranges that are safe for most electronics, but we do not cover any damage to electronics that might occur while using the ZappBug Heater). - Page 21 This page is intentionally left blank...
- Page 22 ZAPP ZappBug Customer Service ® service@zappbug.com (206) 430-5514 We are waiting to assist 9a.m. - 5p.m. PST, Monday-Friday...