The ZappBug OvenTM - Do My Own Pest Control
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1. the oven to appear warped This allows the oven to easily fold and does not affect functionality If warping appears excessive shake oven ensure that each side panelis fully extended A A 4 A 7 E 028 Locate Ventilation Tube Place Base of Heater Tube Stretch Tube Around Heater Observe Do Not Cover markings Note It is normal for small gaps to appear between the textured side of the Heater and the Ventilation Tube Bed bugs will not escape through these gaps if the Heater Is on Bed bugs experience thermal shock and are not capable of moving toward the Heater Always ensure that Heater is on when placing potentially infested items inside the ZappBug Oven To learn more please visit us at ZappBug com 7 Use amp Operation continued 3 Select Appropriate Support Configuration The ZappBug Oven s unique and modular support system 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 Select the appropriate support configuration for your items as shown below It is critical that air is allowed flow freely around the items you are heat treating Support Blocks Support Blocks with Net Attach All Sides of Support Net to Velcro Strips in Oven 4 Turn On H2. to ensure maximum air circulation around your belongings Bed bugs suffer from thermal shock and cannot escape through the heater duct while the heater is on Make sure to turn the heater on before placing potentially infested items inside the ZappBug Oven Only use indoors with an ambient room temperature above 70 F heater works by adding heat to the air from the room in which it is located If the ambient temperature is below 709 the ZappBug Oven may not reach bed bug killing temperatures Always monitor temperature inside the ZappBug Oven with thermometer Wireless thermometer included Do not place the ZappBug Oven directly on cold floors such as concrete Always place the ZappBug Oven on surfaces at room temperature above 70 F To learn more please visit us at ZappBug com 5 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 email supporteZappBug com Some components may appear different from the representations below Support Block ZappBug Heater X4 Support Net Carry Bag amp Folding Oven NUM One Touch Timer Wireless Thermometer X1 X1 02012 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change 6 Use amp Operation 1 Unfold The Oven We 7 EA Note It is normal for one side of
3. 0 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 TIME IN MINUTES 02012 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change 10 Use amp Operation continued 6 Remove Items After Heat Treatment Hint If your home is infested with bed bugs place all items into sealed plastic bags or containers immediately after heat treatment 7 Folding amp Packing Up The ZappBug Oven f p AN lt r a how YN 3 SQ ar Zip Top Closed Leaving 4 Place Oven on Side Allow Air to Ensure Side Panels Gap for Air to Escape Step On Corner amp Escape Fold Flat Collapse Oven as Shown gm y J fs d LLL f 6 eee d l x LM Nerio 2 D CER sd Fold Sides Inward Complete Fold Store Oven amp Support Blocks in Carry Bag Store the folding oven thermometer timer support blocks and net inside the carry bag Store heater separately To learn more please visit us at ZappBug com 11 Warranty Information 120 Day Limited Warranty for the ZappBug Oven ZappBug warranty obligations are limited to the terms set forth below ZappBug warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of One Hundred Twenty 120 days from the date of original retail purchase This warranty is good only the original purchaser What Does This Warranty Cover This warranty covers any defects or malfunctions in the ZappB
4. The ZappBug Oven Owner s Manual IMPORTANT NOTICE Read Warnings Before Use SAFE PROVEN EXTERMINATION This page is Intentionally left blank 02012 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change 2 Important Safety Information You must comply with all safety information when using this product Please read all Warnings outlined in this section Failure to comply could result in fire injury or damage to property Warnings describe serious consequences resulting from misuse of this product To learn more please visit us at ZappBug com 3 Warning Failure comply with the Warnings presented by this manual may result in severe injury and or damage fo property Incorrect assembly or improper use may result in hazardous conditions Only assemble 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 heater to overheat Do not use outdoors or in wet environment This product is designed for use indoors only Do not block exhaust vent on folding box This can cause damage to the heater Do not place flammable objects or aerosols inside the ZappBug Oven Some items may be damaged during heat treatment Use Caution when heat treating fragile items such as antique books items made of wood and other belongings Consult the manufacturer of items in question such as electronics f
5. eater Plug heater into included Belkin timer After that plug Belkin timer into electrical outlet Make sure that six 6 hours is selected on the side of the Belkin timer Press the on button located at the top of the Belkin timer Included Belkin Timer Safety Note The ZappBug Heater draws 1500 watts of electrical power Do not use extension cords rated below 1500 watts 02012 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change 8 Use amp Operation continued 5 Insert Items For Heat Treatment Place items inside the Oven on of Support Blocks Support Net To ensure adequate airflow items should not touch walls or ceiling of the Oven Place wireless thermometer probe inside deepest most insulated location in items being treated After that zip the top cover closed _ Included Wireless Hint Always open luggage and fluff items to ensure air Thermometer circulation Note Think of this process the same way you would think of drying items in the sun If items are densely packed they take longer to dry Better air circulation will heat your items faster and ensure bed bug kiling temperatures Always use included thermometer to ensure that temperatures reach the lethal 120 F 49 C See step 6 6 Wait Appropriate Time 60 minutes at or above 1209 It is impossible to know the temperature at every location in your items so we have developed and tested a foolproof strategy
6. or a maximum safe temperature before placing them in the ZappBug Oven Always monitor temperature to ensure that temperature never exceeds sate level 02012 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change 4 Hints amp Tips BED BUGS Researchers have found that bed bugs at all life stages die quickly at temperatures at or above 120 F Bed bug eggs are nearly translucent and incredibly difficult to detect A best practice is to heat treat all items that may have been in the vicinity of bed bugs even if no bed bugs are found For pictures of bed bugs and bed bug eggs please visit zappbug com bed bug pictures Bed bugs can survive for up to 18 months without feeding It is critical that all potentially infested items are heat treated or alternatively sealed and stored for 18 months Bed bugs can flatten their bodies and slip into tiny cracks Bed bugs are unable to climb smooth nonporous surfaces like those lining the ZappBug Oven M Bed Bugs suffer from thermal shock and are immediately unable to move at temperatures above 150 F For more information please visit www zappbug com get rid of bed bugs THE ZAPPBUG OVEN Think about heat treating your belongings in the same way that you think of drying clothes in the sun If your belongings are densely packed together it will take significantly more time for them to reach bed bug killing temperatures Always use provided ventilation blocks and or net
7. re is a problem we will replace or repair our option the ZappBug Oven free of charge You are re sponsible for shipping charges to send the ZappBug Oven to us for repair or replacement We are responsible for shipping charges to send the repaired or replaced ZappBug Oven you How Do You Get Service if There is a Problem Email us at service zappbug com or call us at 415 562 6903 Tell us the problem and when and where you purchased the ZappBug Oven We will email you back with instructions on how to send us the ZappBug Oven for repair or replacement How State Law Applies This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 02012 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change 12 ZAPP BUG ZappBug Customer Service service zappbug com 415 562 6903 please email for fastest response To learn more please visit us at ZappBug com 13
8. to ensure that your heat treatment is effective Bed bugs die at temperatures of 120 F or above in less than two minutes However they begin dieing at temperatures above 113 F Several studies have shown that bed bugs die over a range of temperatures and that the higher the temperature the less time It takes to kill them Standard practice for heat treating is to measure the temperature at one representative location When the temperature at this location reaches 120 and is held at 120 F or above for one hour you can be confident that any bed bugs in your belongings are dead Place the wireless thermometer in the deepest most insulated part of your luggage or item begin treated and allow the ZappBug Oven to run for 60 minutes or longer after the temperature reaches 120 F Hint We suggest setting the included timer to 6 hours and letting it shut off the ZappBug Oven automatically To learn more please visit us at ZappBug com 9 Heat Treatment Chart Typical Heat Treatment Actual Treatment Times Will Vary TEMPERATURE INSIDE ZAPPBUG 150 F 130 F 120 F 110 F 100 F 70 RE ee ee ee ee 10 9 30 40 50 6
9. ug Oven This includes all of the items included with the ZappBug Oven the heater the folding box the carry case the support net the support blocks the timer and the wireless thermometer Coverage terminates if you sell or otherwise transfer the ZappBug Oven What Does This Warranty Not Cover This warranty does not cover the following 1 Any defect or malfunction of the ZappBug Oven caused by abuse misuse neglect carelessness or ac cident 2 Any defect or malfunction caused by alteration or modification of the ZappBug Oven 3 Any defect or malfunction of the ZappBug Oven which would not have occurred if instructions in the owner s manual had been followed 4 The cost of repairing or replacing any electronics that are placed in the ZappBug Oven In our experi ence the ZappBug Oven operates at temperature ranges that are safe for most electronics but we do not cover any damage to electronics that might occur while using ZappBug Oven 5 The cost of repairing or replacing any property which is damaged when the ZappBug Oven does not work properly 6 The cost of repairing or replacing any property which is damaged due to not following the instructions in the owner s manual What is the Period of Coverage Coverage under this warranty is for 120 days from the original date of purchase Coverage terminates if you sell or otherwise transfer the ZappBug Oven What Will We Do to Correct Problems If the
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