Manual - ZappBug
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1. All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change This page is Intentionally left blank To learn more please visit us at ZappBug com 15 ZAPP BUG ZappBug Customer Service service zappbug com 206 430 5514 please email for fastest response 02014 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change2. is located If the ambient temperature is below 70 F the ZappBug Heater may not reach bed bug killing temperatures Always monitor temperature inside the ZappBug Heater with a thermometer Wireless thermometer included Do not place the ZappBug Heater directly on cold floors such as concrete Always place the ZappBug Heater on surfaces at room temperature above 70 F 02014 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change Support Block X2 Support Net X One Touch Timer e N o I E 2 ZappBug Power Unit Carry Bag amp Folding Oven Xi Wireless Thermometer X To learn more please visit us at ZappBug com 7 Use amp Operation 1 Unfold The Oven Note It is normal for one side of the oven to appear warped This allows the oven to easily fold and does not affect functionality If warping appears excessive shake oven to ensure that each side panel is fully extended 2 Connect Power Unit be y WA S VN S Y Locate Ventilation Tube Place Base of Heater In 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 potentiall
3. Heater on top of Support Blocks Support Net To ensure adequate airflow items should not touch walls or ceiling of the chamber 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 If items are densely packed they take longer to heat Note The Out temperature reading on the thermometer is the temperature of the probe If you do not see an Out temperature reading remove the batteries from both the probe and the display screen at once then put them back in the display screen first 6 Wait Appropriate Time 60 minutes at or above 120 F It is impossible to know the temperature at every location in your items so we have developed and tested a foolproof strategy 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 1209 F and is held at 120 F or above for one hour you can be confident that any bed bugs in your belongings are
4. ZappBug Heater Owner s Manual IMPORTANT NOTICE Read Warnings Before Use SAFE PROVEN EXTERMINATION This page is Intentionally left blank 02014 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change Q 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 Read WARNING Before Proceeding WARNING Power Outlets Can Be Dangerous Power Outlets with poor electrical connections can become dangerously overheated and may result in fire severe injury and or damage fo property Follow the steps below for safe use of ANY high power appliances 1 Inspect outlet connection and contact strength Insert a standard two prong plug without third Ground connection into outlet Ensure that both prong connections offer equal and strong resistance when inserted If the two prong plug does not offer strong resistance or one prong feels easier to insert than the other this outlet could be unsafe for high power appliances Have an electrician in spect and or replace outlet before use 2 Ensure that the outlet is no older than 15 years 3 Inspect outlet and timer plug after each use 4 If you are unsure a
5. ZappBug customer service Old or faulty electrical wiring could lead to damage dangerous fire and injury Additional Warnings Failure to comply with the Warnings presented by this manual may result in severe injury and or damage to 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 a wet environment This product is designed for use indoors only Do not block exhaust vents This can cause damage to the heaters Do not reach into or insert objects into ventillation fan while running This may result in injury or damage Do not place flammable objects or aerosols inside the ZappBug Room 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 for a maximum safe temperature before placing them in the ZappBug Room Always monitor temperature to ensure that temperature never exceeds safe level To learn more please visit us at ZappBug com 5 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 trans
6. bout an outlet have an electrician inspect and or re place the outlet Explanation High power appliances require more electric current than most household items Old and 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 It is important to make sure that any outlets used with this product have strong electrical contact 02014 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change Warning Extension Cords Some extension cords are not adequate to carry the load of current drawn by this heater without becoming dangerously overheated If an extension cord must be used do not use a cord set rated less than 1500 watts or 15 amps and of a minimum size of 16 Gauge Use only an extension cord with the UL seal Use of an inadequate extension cord may result in overheating of the extension cord or fire Warning Old Electrical Wiring and Outlets Each ZappBug thermal unit will draw 12 15 amps of current 1500 Watts and must be run on circuits rated 15 amps and above only Some old electrical wiring and outlets may not be capable of sustaining these loads If you are unsure of the electrical wiring or outlets in your location contact an electrician before operating ZappBug or any other high current products If electrical cord s appears deformed or feel hot to the touch unplug immediately and contact
7. cs that are placed in the ZappBug Heater In our experi ence 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 ZappBug Heater 5 The cost of repairing or replacing any property which is damaged when the ZappBug Heater 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 365 days from the original date of purchase Coverage terminates if you sell or otherwise transfer the ZappBug Heater What Will We Do to Correct Problems If there is a problem we will replace or repair our option the ZappBug Heater free of charge You are responsible for shipping charges to send the ZappBug Heater to us for repair or replacement We are respon sible for shipping charges to send the repaired or replaced ZappBug Heater to you How Do You Get Service if There is a Problem Email us at servicezappbug com or call us at 206 430 5514 Tell us the problem and when and where you purchased the ZappBug Heater We will email you back with instructions on how to send us the ZappBug Heater 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 02014 ZappBug
8. 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 02014 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change Heat Treatment Chart Typical Heat Treatment Actual Treatment Times Will Vary TEMPERATURE INSIDEZAPPBUG 150 F 140 F 130 F 120 F 110 F 100 F 90 F L J 80 F L o nn nnn nnn nnn nn nn nn nnn enn nnn nn eee 70 F 22ers 7j RE EIE 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 TIME IN MINUTES To learn more please visit us at ZappBug com 11 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 Heater 1 Disconnect ZappBug Power Unit 2 Zip the top flap closed if not already closed 3 Fold ZappBug Heater by pushing one of the four long edges across to the long edge diagonally opposite Zip Closed End View Fold Diagonally Store the folding oven thermometer timer support blocks and net ins
9. ide the carry bag Store heater separately 02014 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change Common ZappBug Troubleshooting Tips Thermometer Reset If you re having issues getting a temperature reading you may need to do a simple thermometer reset To do that take the batteries out of both the sensor and the display screen at once Then put them back in the display screen fol lowed by the sensor It can take a while for the unit to fully heat up sometimes 2 3 hours or more depending on ambient temperature or the size of the treatment load Keep in mind that the display screen may lose signal if it is foo far away from the unit or if the unit heats above 140F If this happens simply follow the reset instructions above Safety Tip Over Switch If you plug in your thermal units and they do not turn on please check the safety tip over switch that will be a little black button on the bottom of the red square thermal unit This button needs to be pressed in for the thermal unit to turn on and is designed so that if the unit is knocked over possibly blocking the vents it turns off for safety When the thermal unit is plugged into a wall outlet and the red unit is flat on the ground the button should naturally be pressed in and the heater should turn on Questions Please contact us before place of purchase ZappBug s expert staff are here to help If you have any questions about ZappBug or are exper
10. iencing any issues please don t hesitate to give us a call or email Our experts are ready to assist Monday Friday 9 AM to 5 PM PST 206 430 5514 EZ service zappbug com To learn more please visit us at ZappBug com 13 Warranty Information 1 Year Limited Warranty for the ZappBug Heater 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 Three Hundred Sixty Five 365 days from the date of original retail purchase This warranty is good only to the original purchaser What Does This Warranty Cover This warranty covers any defects or malfunctions in the ZappBug Heater This includes all of the items included with the ZappBug Heater 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 Heater What Does This Warranty Not Cover This warranty does not cover the following 1 Any defect or malfunction of the ZappBug Heater caused by abuse misuse neglect carelessness or ac cident 2 Any defect or malfunction caused by alteration or modification of the ZappBug Heater 3 Any defect or malfunction of the ZappBug Heater which would not have occurred if instructions in the owner s manual had been followed 4 The cost of repairing or replacing any electroni
11. lucent 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 Heater 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 HEATER 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 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 Heater Only use indoors with an ambient room temperature above 70 F The heater works by adding heat to the air from the room in which it
12. y infested items inside the ZappBug Oven 02014 ZappBug All rights reserved Product specifications subject to change Use amp Operation continued 3 Select Appropriate Support Configuration The ZappBug Heater 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 to flow freely around the items you are heat treating Place Support Blocks under Attach All Sides of Support Net Support Net X2 to loops located inside X6 4 Turn On Heater EHANA fee s Plug heater into included digital timer After that plug Digital EN timer into electrical outlet Make sure that 8 hours is selected Ti on the side of the digital timer Press the on button located at 0 V the front of the digital timer to change the time selected d Included Digital Timer actual appearance may vary Safety Note The ZappBug Power Unit draws up to1500 watts of electrical power Do not use extension cords rated below 1500 watts To learn more please visit us at ZappBug com 9 Use amp Operation continued 5 Insert Items For Heat Treatment Place items inside the ZappBug
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