Comes with stand, net, regulator & tank cover.
Not $1499.00 but
Only $995.00
CO2 tank sold separately

• Safe to use: NO open flames, NO propane, NO chemicals or pesticides (Octenol), no odors.
   
• Mimics body temperature of humans and animals.
   
• Simulates mammal breathing through release of warmed carbon dioxide (CO2) as an attractant.
   
• Environmentally friendly addition to any lawn, patio or pool area where mosquito reduction is a must.
   
• Quiet and odorless.
   
• Reduces the mosquito population without harming other beneficial insects of the environment.
   
• Energy Efficient (Consumption approx, $6-$8 /mo.)
   
• UL Listed (Underwriters Laboratories).
   
• Strong, durable aluminum construction.
   

CO2 tanks/refills can easily be obtained through any PRAXAIR location. PRAXAIR has locations throughout the US and some select Home Depot stores carry CO2 also. Visit www.praxair.com to find a location near you.

 

In hundreds of tests, the Arctic Mosquito Killing System (MKS) consistently captured several times as many mosquitoes than any other machine or product, greatly reducing mosquito populations. In actual field tests, the MKS has caught over 7,000 mosquitoes per hour, while competitors' machines in the same test area only captured a few hundred. (Many of these tests were conducted under harsh conditions. Don't expect the same results on your property. You can expect, however, to capture far more mosquitoes with the MKS than any other machine.)

Yes, competitors' products and machines will capture some mosquitoes. Even bug lights will loudly electrocute some mosquitoes. But these products do not use scientific measurements of heat release or carbon dioxide, which are necessary for effective and maximum reduction of mosquito populations.

Other products and machines produce heat with a flame, but do not produce body heat signatures. Only the MKS produces body heat signatures.

Other products and machines produce carbon dioxide (CO2) by the combustion of the flame, with no scientific release measurements. Only the MKS produces CO2 with scientific release measurements.

How the MKS works:
1) The MKS uses the mosquito's natural hunting techniques of heat sensing and carbon dioxide detection. It mimics body temperatures and breathing patterns of humans, horses, livestock, poultry, and domesticated pets by the release of carbon dioxide. Through thermal imagery and measured releases of CO2, mosquitoes are attracted to the unit, and captured.

2) A photo sensor turns the unit on at night and off at daylight. For the unit to come on earlier or stay on later, you simply place the cover on the photocell and plug the MKS into a timer for desired settings.

3) Body heat signatures are produced with a heat blanket in the heat chamber cycling every few minutes from 85 degrees to 110 degrees. This feature is performed continuously when unit is running.

4) The CO2 is warmed and released to mimic breathing. When the unit first comes on at night, the CO2 is programmed to release for 5 hours. It cycles on for 2 minutes and off for 1.5 minutes, releasing 750 cc a minute.

5) The fan produces different air currents. One air current creates a vacuum to draw mosquitoes into the unit. Another air current flows away from the unit carrying and disbursing the attractants, thus magnifying the attractants. The fan also acts as a killing mechanism throwing mosquitoes against the inner wall. Plus, mosquitoes are killed when they pass through the electrocution grid.

6) The interior electrocution grid is spaced to create a kill zone when mosquitoes pass through, with a 99% kill ratio. The remains are then expelled through the bottom of the unit and returned to the environment.

7) The capture net is to be used only for selecting the best location for placement of the MKS units. Continued use of the capture net decreases the airflow by 1 mph.

CO2 tank is not included. Tank and refills need to be found locally at a PraxAir, AirGas, welding supply house and select Home Depot stores.

The female mosquito requires a blood meal to provide protein in order for her eggs to mature. Heat and Carbon Dioxide are the two main cues that attract the mosquito to their host for this meal. In the evening, when it starts getting dark, the photocell closes and activates or powers on the unit. While running, the MKS mimics various mammals by providing a fluctuating heat source and releasing warmed carbon dioxide from the unit.

Seeking the blood meal required for her eggs, the mosquito is attracted to the unit. As the mosquito attempts to probe the skin-like texture of the MKS, they are vacuumed into the unit at the point of entry. The mosquito is then forced through the unit where they are safely electrocuted and discharged from the bottom of the unit.

Mosquitoes usually stay within 100 yards of their hatching site. Each mosquito caught is a female that can lay 300 eggs. Every 1,000 mosquitoes eliminated, reduces the population by 300,000

CARBON DIOXIDE BENEFITS . . .
Carbon dioxide is a colorless, odorless, non-combustible gas formed during respiration, combustion, and organic decomposition also used in food refrigeration, carbonated beverages, inert atmospheres, fire extinguishers and aerosols.

Through the use of the CO2 attachment and repeated testing, we were able to confirm a 1500% increase in the kill ratio.

Carbon Dioxide and heat have been conclusively shown to e important attractants for many mosquito species.

The warmed carbon dioxide is automatically released in a pulsated on/off cycle while the MKS is running 2 minutes, off 1.5 minutes.

The 20 lb. CO2 tanks is available through Arctic as well as welding suppliers. Each 20 lb. Tank will last approximately 31 days and the refill cost is approximately $10-$24 per tank.

The amount of CO2 released by the MKS is equivalent to a 300 lb. person or animal.

PLACEMENT OF THE MKS
The MKS unit is equipped with a 3-prong ground plug and must be connected to an appropriate receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in order to reduce the risk of electrical shock.

The MKS should be placed approximately 20’ away from all outdoor activities so you are not competing with the MKS.

Do not place the unit next to buildings, air conditioners or large metal objects. These tend to retain heat during the day and into the night, which can compete against the unit and decrease its effect.

Do not place the MKS unit in direct outdoor lighting. This effects the photo-sensor operation and may cause it to capture beneficial insects.

For the first 8 days, the machine needs to be moved to different locations in order to determine where the mosquito infestation is more prominent. Once the ideal location is found the capture net will need to be removed. If left on the unit, the capture net will decrease the units’ effectiveness by 25%. (decreases the fan/airflow by 1 MPH)

Place the MKS unit in a shaded area if unit is to operate during the day. (will not function properly in direct sunlight.)

Place the MKS so that you are not downwind from the MKS attractants. (body heat and breathing signatures.)

The MKS can be placed in areas where roosting is noticeable such as shrubbery, water sources, shaded areas, mulch areas, decks, etc.

Do not restrict the airflow by placing the MKS on the ground, table, etc.

Having the unit in place at the beginning of the mosquito season will be more effective in helping to keep reproduction at a lower rate.

It is important to remember the overall result of the total reduction of mosquitoes may not be observed overnight. If you plan an outdoor event, have the unit in place approximately 14-days ahead of the scheduled event to allow sufficient time for the unit to work properly.

If an area is heavily infested with mosquitoes, (i.e., a porch, garage, or deck), place the unit in the area near the infestation.

Depending on the density of the foliage and the surrounding environment, more than one unit may be necessary to obtain the desired level of comfort.

If after 3-4 weeks in an area there is little reduction in the number of mosquitoes, look for areas where mosquitoes are roosting, such as under a porch or deck, shaded shrubbery areas and place the unit in that area.

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