How Propane tanks work with Mosquito Magnet^®

The Mosquito Magnet^® uses 1lb. of propane per day under normal running conditions. An average OPD tank is 85% filled and roughly has 18 + pounds of propane filled in the tank. The time frame for most tanks will be 18-22 days of use. Below are the some of the reasons why OPD tanks will last a shorter or longer of period of time.

Check for Leaks

Check propane tanks and regulator assembly with soapy water mixture . By pouring the soapy water mixture on propane tank and at joints of the regulator assembly (Seen in photos), to see if small or large bubbles appear in these areas. Any sign of these bubbles please turn off machine and call technical support.

Has the tank been purged?

We caution against the use of propane swap programs. This program involves taking an empty tank to a dealer and they give you a different tank each time. Most swap out tank dealers do not refill the tanks themselves nor do they know anything about them. Many of the troubleshooting issues for Mosquito Magnets^® that will not start or stay running have been linked back to the use of a swap out propane tank. Since you do not know the true history of the propane tank itself you can never be sure that the tank has been correctly purged and that there isn't any air remaining in the tank from the refill process. Having a purged tank is very important and a propane tank that is not purged may not work properly on the Mosquito Magnet^®. An unpurged tank may cause the Mosquito Magnet^® to shut down or prevent it from starting.

For best results it is recommended that you purchase, own and refill your propane tank with a certified propane dealer for your Mosquito Magnet^®. Tanks that have been used before work best. See the section on Tank Purging to know why.

If your only local option is to purchase propane from one of these swap programs, it is recommended that you look for certified propane dealers. They fill the tanks themselves and will have the best knowledge and correct methods for maintaining and filling a propane tank.

Size of Tanks

We recommend the use of only 20 lb. propane tanks with the Mosquito Magnet^®. There are tanks out there that range from 5 lb. and up. Our regulator is designed for the 20 lb. style of OPD propane tank. It was stated above the Mosquito Magnet^® runs 1lb of propane on average a day. Smaller tanks will empty quicker and larger tanks will run for a longer period of time, and may can damage the regulator on the trap.