Flowtron BK-80D 80-Watt, 1-1/2-Acre Electronic Insect Killer

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Product Features

• High efficiency, non-clogging killing grid
• Rugged, weatherproof construction; will not rust, crack or fade
• Easy bulb replacement
• Operates for only pennies a day
• Unit dimensions: 11" X 11" X 18 1/2"

Product Details

• Item Weight: 8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 10 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00004R9VV
• Item model number: BK-80D
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (103 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #223 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Bestsellers in Patio, Lawn & Garden)

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Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Are you troubled by more insects than you can swat? Sick of citronella? Driven mad by mosquitoes? The Flowtron 80-watt electronic insect killer is just what you need to remove pesky insects from the guest list at your next picnic or outdoor get-together. This ecologically friendly device uses no fogs, sprays, or poisons and comes completely assembled and ready for use. The unit plugs into a standard electrical socket and operates for only pennies a day. It utilizes a high-intensity black light bulb to lure and eliminate light-sensitive flying insects and is designed to protect an area of up to 1-1/2 acres. An exclusive mosquito-attractant cartridge, activated when the unit is turned on, is also included. The unit's high-efficiency vertical grid eliminates clogging that can cause short-circuits or flare-up of insect remains, and a protective outer enclosure prevents injury to children, pets, birds, and wildlife. The durable casing is rainproof and rustproof for years of trouble-free operation. A two-year limited manufacturer's warranty is included.

Product Description

Effective, Environmentally Friendly, Maintenance Free. Attracts and Kills Flying Insect Pests. Recommended for areas up to 1-1/2 acresRid your outdoor living areas of flying insect pests - without harming the environment! Insect remains, uncontaminated by pesticides, fall to the ground to be naturally reabsorbed into the ecosystem. Maintenance free operation features UV light and an electrified grid that eliminates thousands of flying pests for just pennies a day. The decorative lantern even doubles as security lighting! Add optional Octenol attractant for improved effectiveness. Two 40-watt, high-intensity, "U" shaped, ultraviolet (black light) bulbs BF-150. Transformer-powered Vertical Rod killing grid system. FREE USDA-tested Octenol mosquito attractant slow release cartridge. Easy bulb replacement - no tools required. Avoids the continuing expense and inconvenience of chemical insecticides. Operates for pennies a day. Specifications: UL and CSA listed, Assembled unit size: 11"L x 11"W x 18-1/2"H, Carton size: 11-1/4"L x 11-1/4"W x 19"H.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

102 of 102 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Allows us to enjoy the outdoors again!!, July 4, 2001

By	momof2greatboys "momof2greatboys" (Houston, TX USA) - See all my reviews

Here in Houston we have had a particularly difficult time with mosquitos this year (due to heavy rainfall). I almost felt like we were held "hostage" inside our house, since going outdoors meant a barrage of mosquitos! But thanks to the Flowtron bug killer which we now have on our back patio, we can enjoy the out-of-doors again! We purchased the 80-watt model, even though our yard is only 1/3 acre. It has been very effective in eliminating our mosquito problem. One word of caution: the zapping noise generated by the Flowtron really bothers our Golden Retriever. He has even tried to escape from the back yard! We're hoping he eventually becomes accustomed to it. Just keep this in mind if you have pets ............

88 of 89 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Stinger vs Flowtron/Winner!, September 9, 2006

By	scottls1 "scottls1" (Kalispell, MT USA) - See all my reviews

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Stinger:
Pros- With mosquito lure, killed lotsa bad insects- BUT!
Cons- Their electric wire grid uses square wires that QUICKLY clog up. Pretty soon it was packed solid & killing nothing!
I had to keep blowing it out ( air compressor) every couple of
days- HASSLE!

Flowtron "80!" (took 40 back!)-
Pros- Killed lots more bugs, because it NEVER clogs up! The electric rods are straight up/down, so no cross wires to catch falling insects & clog. Dead insects fall out the bottom- Blow clean once a month.
I used the Stinger mosquito lure, purchased at Wally World...

Cons- The only con is that the outer protective plastic cage HAD bars only about 1/2" apart (same with Stinger)- This kept larger moths... from being able to easily get in to the electric grid.
I used a large wire cutter, to cut out every 3d bar, on top 2/3ds of cage. Alternating..., so cut bar was in the middle of two solid bars on adajacent side- Still rigid!

I put it on an outside timer (for when evenings cool down- Not much insect activity below 55 degrees...). Adjust accordingly.

Never hang it near a door, as their is always a 10'+ swarm of insects around it.

Try to hang it over head high, in a DRY (electric) area.

81 of 82 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars No Problems., April 10, 2001

By	Rheumor (New Orelans) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)    (VINE VOICE)

The last one I had was 40 watts and while it was pretty effective, this summer's Louisiana mosquitos seemed a little more reluctant to die by uV. However, this 80 watt light has been a bit hit, attracting the little blood suckers by a pound, and virtually clearing my 1.75 acres.