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RAT ZAPPER QUICK START GUIDE
Battery Compartment:
The Rat Zapper battery compartment is located on the top of the unit. Pull
the securing tap back and lift the battery compartment door. Properly
install 4 “AA” batteries in the black battery holder and re-secure the lid
to the battery compartment.
Recommended Batteries: The performance of your Rat Zapper
will depend upon:
- The quality of batteries (see chart below);
- The amount of time your Rat Zapper is turned on;
- The number of rodents killed.
| OK to Use |
Battery Type |
Expected Use |
| YES |
Energizer E2 Lithiums |
These batteries cost more, but provide great performance and a much
longer life than other batteries. You’ll get up to 30 kills per set. |
| YES |
Duracell Ultras with M3 Technology or Energizer E2 Titaniums |
These batteries are affordably priced and will provide a maximum
life of 30 to 60 days, depending on amount of usage. You’ll get up to 10
kills per set. |
| OKAY |
Alkaline Batteries |
These batteries have a limited life and fewer kills per set than the
others. |
| NO |
Heavy Duty, Super Heavy Duty, Extra Heavy Duty, Carbon Zinc, non-
alkaline |
Will NOT work in the Rat Zapper |
| NO |
NiCad (Nickel Cadmium) or NMH Rechargeables |
Will NOT work in the Rat Zapper |
| OPTIONAL |
Rat Pack attachment. Allows you to use 4 D-cell
batteries with any Rat Zapper. Batteries not included. |
Great for larger rodent infestations. Performance equivalent to the
AA Energizer E2 Lithiums |
What does the red light on the Rat Zapper mean?
There are two uses for the light on the Rat Zapper.
- Battery check- every time you turn the Rat Zapper on,
the light will blink on then off to let you know the batteries are good.
If the light starts to dim you should replace the batteries with fresh
batteries. (See Recommended Batteries chart above.)
- Rodent Check- The light will repeatedly blink when
the Rat Zapper needs to be emptied. Just hold the Rat Zapper over an
appropriate receptacle, tilt it, and let the rodent slide out.
- To reset the Rat Zapper- Turn it OFF, then re-bait
and place the unit on a flat surface where you suspect rodents exist.
Then, turn the Rat Zapper ON again.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING (Remove batteries)
If dust, dirt or other contaminants accumulate in the Rat Zapper, you may
need to do some cleaning. You will usually know if cleaning is needed
because the Rat Zapper may buzz or the light will blink repeatedly when you
turn it on. Remove batteries before cleaning for safety.
- We recommend that you use an inexpensive thin aluminum pan
approximately 2 inches deep and large enough, in width and length, to
accommodate the Rat Zapper.
- Fill the pan with approximately 1 inch of warm/hot water, with ample
amount of dish detergent. Set the Rat Zapper in the pan and let it soak
for approximately 1 hour (to loosen debris.)
- Using a soft bristle or bottle brush commonly found in the cookware
section of you local supermarket, gently brush the bottom of your Rat
Zapper.
- To rinse, carefully allow a gentle stream of fresh water to flow over
the cleaned bottom surface of the Rat Zapper. Do not spray the unit out or
allow moisture to intrude into the electronics that are housed at the top
of the unit, as this may cause the electronics to short out and impair the
performance.
- After cleaning the bottom of the Rat Zapper thoroughly, stand the unit
on end (with open end on bottom) to accelerate the drying process. When
the Rat Zapper is completely dry, put it back into service.
Can The Rat Zapper Be Used Outdoors?
Yes it can. However if the moisture intrudes into your Rat Zapper it can
damage the electronics or “trip” the circuit so that you will not be
successful in eradicating the intended rodents. The best solution for
continuous use outdoors is to purchase a PVC tube that is 6” in diameter and
approximately 18” in length. Also purchase a cap for one end of the PVC
tube. After outfitting the Rat Zapper with quality batteries and baiting the
unit with dry bait, place the Rat Zapper in the tube so that the back end of
the Rat Zapper is toward the capped end of the PVC tube. Place the PVC tube
containing the Rat Zapper in a location of suspected rodent activity and
secure the tube so that it will not roll or rock when the rodent enters the
tube or Rat Zapper. Rodents do not want to enter anything that does not
provide stable footing. Another temporary solution for the outdoor use of
the Rat Zapper is to place the unit under a weather-proofed tarp, or you can
place the unit in a plastic freezer bag that completely covers the Rat
Zapper except for the entry. Use a rubber band to secure the plastic bag to
the Rat Zapper.
Once you are confident that you are on target, then you need to properly bait
the Rat Zapper Classic. Dry pet food has been carefully researched, and
we have found it to be a very effective lure for rodents. Or, use any dry bait
that works.
The Rat Zapper Classic
Dry dog or cat food should work very well. Please don’t “glop” any moist
bait in your brand new Rat Zapper Classic because it may cause a
“false tripping”. Gooey oil-based baits such as Peanut Butter should
be placed in a plastic container (e.g. bottle cap) at the back of the trap.
Take whatever bait you wish to use and place a few pieces at the closed end
of the trap where the vertical metal plate is located. When you turn ON the
switch, the red LED light on top will blink ONCE indicating that the power
is on. Now place the Rat Zapper Classic in your target area, turn
ON the power, and go watch T.V.
If you have a mouse problem... simply locate your Rat Zapper Classic
in the area of activity, bait the chamber and turn it on. You should have
results that night if there are mice present. Rats typically are much more
wary.
Place about 4 pieces of bait inside and slide them to the closed end of the
chamber; place a few pieces about one inch inside the open end. DO NOT TURN ON
THE POWER. Go ahead and make their day with a free meal. Once the bait has been
taken ... replace the bait ONLY in the back of the chamber, and NOW TURN THE
POWER ON!
Anything new that is placed in the environment , no matter how desirable, will
likely be avoided for a period of time. It should only take one or two nights
but there have been occasions when it has taken up to 10 days before the first
rat has ventured into the chamber. The best thing you can do is leave the Rat
Zapper Classic alone and don’t touch it. The amount of time may vary
based on the amount of food available for the rodent. Remove competing
food sources, and your unwanted tenants will scurry to the new food bin inside
the Rat Zapper Classic for a shocking dining experience! Once you get
the first rat, the others will play “follow the leader”. The rest of the colony
will soon be sniffing their way down a path of no return.
To determine “success” you need only to look at the top of the Rat Zapper
Classic to see if the red LED light is flashing! This red light, apart from
being a visual battery check, is also a kill indicator light. You may also look
inside the trap to detect your catch...don’t worry, it will not be messy or
bloody like other traps. The Rat Zapper has been designed to provide you with a
humane and environment friendly means of pest E-Rat-ication. Turn the switch to
the OFF position. Pick up the Rat Zapper Classic and simply dispose of
the rodent in a suitable receptacle.
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