Tips for Success

Follow these tips for success to keep your system running at peak performance and protect your home and yard against mosquitoes and flying insects.

DynaTrap^® Outdoor Placement

1. Locate Mosquito Breeding Areas

Place your DynaTrap^® between insect breeding areas (standing water, bushes, etc.) and people areas (patio, deck, etc.) to capture mosquitoes before they get to you. Traps should be placed 3-6 feet off the ground for the best chance of mosquito contact.

2. Place Traps Away from People

Since these traps are designed to attract as many mosquitoes and insects as possible, the last thing you want to do is be near one when it’s operating. Place each trap at least 20-40 feet away from where people will be gathered. Also, place it away from competing light sources, so the attractant bulb can do its work.

3. Consider the Size of Your Property

How big is your yard? If you have a large yard, place multiple traps across your property to create a ring of defense that insects will have difficulty passing through. Place traps within the listed coverage area away from each other to avoid gaps in protection.

DynaTrap^® Outdoor Maintenance

When to Start Your Trap

For optimal mosquito protection, start your DynaTrap® at the very beginning of mosquito season before they begin breeding. We recommend you begin running your trap continuously once temperatures are consistently reaching 45 degrees Fahrenheit. At this temperature, dormant insect eggs begin hatching. Find out when to expect mosquito season in your region »

Empty the Trap Regularly

Monitor your trap daily during the summer months to ensure there is enough catch space in the retaining cage. Emptying frequency depends on the time of year and where you live, typically every 1-3 weeks. Once the trap is close to full, remove the retaining cage and pour the insects into an outdoor trash bag.

Keep the Trap Clean

The retaining cage can be soaked in regular dish soap and water. Use the provided cleaning brush, a wet washcloth, or a cleaning wipe are recommended to dust off debris from the fan blades. To prolong the life of the unit, we recommend cleaning the trap whenever you empty it. Check out our videos for trap cleaning »

Replacing Your Bulbs

DynaTrap^® needs fresh bulbs to keep attracting the maximum number of insects. Bulb life varies depending on your trap model. Even if your bulbs still illuminate, they may no longer be emitting sufficient levels of UV light. If your trap has compatible replacement bulbs, always keep some on hand for quick replacement. Check out our videos for bulb replacement » Consult product manuals for replacement timing »

Using Lure

How to Atrakta^® Lures Work?

Lure Sachets enhance your trap’s ability to attract insects, which maximizes its trapping power. Each lure imitates naturally occurring human skin scents that mosquitoes find irresistible.

How to use Atrakta^® Lures

The sachets are designed to fit in any DynaTrap^® Outdoor Trap. Simply open your trap and place a sachet in the bottom of the retaining cage. The lure will get to work immediately.

How often to Replace Atrakta^® Lures?

We recommend replacing the lure every 60 days. The scent dissipates over time, so eventually mosquitoes will no longer be drawn to it. Regularly replacing the lure ensures optimal mosquito-attracting power.

DynaTrap^® Indoor Placement

1. Locate Insect Activity Areas

Place your indoor insect traps near areas of insect activity for increased catch rates. If you want insects to avoid a certain area, place traps several feet or even a room away from those areas, so insects travel towards the trap and away from the spaces you wish to protect.

2. Place Traps Away from People

Place traps several feet away from where you typically sit or stand for longer periods of time as the trap will attract insects toward it. Insects may bite or annoy you on their way to the trap, so it’s best to minimize the likelihood of that happening.

3. Maximize Protection

The more coverage you have throughout your home, the less likely you’ll suffer through an insect infestation. Chances are you’ve noticed several areas where insects tend to gather. Place traps in or near each of these areas to get optimal protection.

DynaTrap^® Indoor Maintenance

When To Start Your Trap

Indoor traps can be used year-round to protect your home against flying insects such as house flies, mosquitoes, fruit flies, gnats, moths, and more. However, as temperatures rise and drop throughout the year, you may see more or less insect activity.

Empty the Trap Regularly

Indoor traps are easy to empty. We recommend changing the glue cards every 30 days or as needed. When the StickyTech™ Glue Card is full of insects or when dust or debris minimizes the card’s stickiness, it’s time for a fresh card. Simply pull the card out, dispose of it, and add a fresh glue card.

DynaShield^® Placement

1. Place Near Gathering Areas

Place your DynaShield^® near the areas of your outdoor space where people frequently gather. This includes patios, decks, tables, or any other area where people tend to congregate.

2. Bring Your DynaShield^® Wherever You Go

The battery-powered design means you can easily bring your DynaShield^® device wherever you go! You can also cover a larger area by using multiple devices and placing them a maximum of 20 feet apart.

DynaShield^® Maintenance

When to Start Your DynaShield^®

Use DynaShield^® whenever you spend time outdoors! To use your DynaShield^®, install two AA batteries and a fresh repellent pad. To turn the device on, place the unit upright and press the power button. The LED inside the device will light up to let you know it’s working.

Replacing Repellent Pads

After 6 hours of operation, you should replace the repellent pad for optimal repelling power. Remove the battery cover on the bottom of the device and remove the installed repellent pad. Insert a fresh repellent pad into the repellent holder inside the device. Replace the battery cover.

Replacing
Batteries

If the LED no longer illuminates when the power button is pressed, the batteries need to be replaced. Remove the battery cover on the bottom of the device and remove the installed batteries. Install two new AA batteries in the battery compartment and replace the battery cover.

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DynaZap^® Placement

Locate Insect Breeding Areas

Place your DynaZap^® between insect breeding areas (standing water, bushes, etc.) and people areas (patio, deck, etc.) to zap insects before they get to you. Zappers should be placed 6 feet off the ground for the best chance of insect contact.

Place Zappers Away from People

Since zappers are designed to attract as many flying insects as possible, the last thing you want to do is be near one when it’s operating. Place each zapper at least 20-40 feet away from where people will be gathered. Also place it away from competing light sources, so the attractant bulb can do its work.

Consider the Size of Your Property

How big is your yard? If you have a large yard, place multiple zappers across your property to create a ring of defense that insects will have difficulty passing through. Place them within the listed coverage area away from each other to avoid gaps in protection.

DynaZap^® Maintenance

When to Start Your DynaZap^®

For optimal flying insect protection, start your DynaZap^® at the very beginning of insect season before they begin breeding. We recommend you begin running your zapper continuously once temperatures are consistently reaching 45 degrees Fahrenheit. At this temperature, dormant insect eggs begin hatching. Find out when to expect mosquito season in your region » Find out when to expect mosquito season in your region »

Emptying & Cleaning Your DynaZap^®

Unplug the zapper to power off before cleaning. Remove the 4 screws from the bottom of the unit to release the access door. Gently tap the unit to get insects to drop out of the bottom of the zapper. You can also use a leaf blower, vacuum, or similar device to remove the insects. Make sure to clean before off-season storage.

Replacing
Your Bulbs

Unplug the zapper to power off and allow bulb(s) to cool before replacing. Remove the 4 screws from the bottom of the unit to release the access door. Cover your hand with a towel and gently pull the bulb(s) straight out of the unit. Insert new bulb(s) into socket until it is fully seated.