Thermacell takes pride in creating products that are highly effective and make being outdoors more enjoyable. Thermacell products have been field tested by the Department of Defense and are endorsed by the North American Hunting Club, Good Housekeeping Institute and Parade Magazine.
HOW IT WORKS
Thermacell Insect Repellents Use Allethrin for Ultimate Protection The key to creating Thermacell’s unique 15 x 15-foot zone of protection is allethrin. All devices operate on a single butane cartridge, which heats a repellent mat releasing allethrin, a synthetic copy of the natural repellent found in chrysanthmum flowers. It repels mosquitoes, black flies, and no-see-ums, and will not harm humans or pets. Within minutes after turning on the Lantern or Appliance, the repellent creates a 15 by 15-foot (225 square-foot) area of repellency, the size of an average deck, patio, or campsite.
Mosquito Repellent Appliances Zone of Protection
Mosquito Repellent Comparison Chart
ThermaCELL MR-XJ Mosquito Repellent Personal Pest Control Appliance (Light Gray)
Thermacell Silver Mosquito Repellent Appliance is the only butane-operated mosquito repellent system that is also a cover scent, offering concealment in the spring and early fall when mosquitoes are at their worst. This system creates a 15' x 15' area of protection that is up to 98% effective against mosquitoes and other biting insects.
The Thermacell Silver Appliance operates on a single butane cartridge, that heats a mat and releases allethrin, a synthetic copy of a naturally occurring insect repellent. Each mat contains enough repellent for four hours of protection, and each butane cartridge will operate the unit for 12 hours.
Thermacell appliances are for outdoor use only.
Specification:
Color: Silver
Compact, Cordless and Portable (easy-to-carry size)
Repels up to 98% of mosquitoes
Repels black flies, mosquitoes & sand flies
Provides a 15 x 15 ft "Bug-Free-Zone"
No open flames
No lotions, sprays, or oils
Odor free undetectable to animals
Weighs only 0.7 lbs
Measures 7.5" long and 1.5" thick, and is 3" wide at the top, 1.5" wide at the bottom.
Perfect for hunting, fishing, camping, barbeques, backyards, decks and many other outdoor activities
Operates on 1 butane cartridge (included)
Butane heats an insect repellent mat that releases allethrin
Allethrin is a synthetic copy of a natural repellent found in pyrethrum flowers
Quiet on/off turn dial
Includes: 1 reusable Mosquito Repellent Appliance, 1 Butane Cartridge (lasts up to 12 hours), 3 insect repellent mats (each lasts up to 4 hours)
Mosquito Repellent Refills sold separately
Accessories sold separately: Holster with Clip, Holster with Strap and Buckle
Remove one ThermaCELL Mosquito Repellent mat from wrapper. One mat lasts up to 4 hours. Mat turns from pale blue to white when active ingredient has been exhausted.
Make sure the 'On/Off' switch on the appliance is in the 'Off' position. Insert the mat under the appliance's black grill. To change mats, slide the 'On/Off' switch to 'Off' and allow the appliance to cool completely. Push the used mat out by inserting a fresh one.
Remove the appliance cover and butane cartridge cap.
Screw the cartridge into the opening of the appliance. Make sure the cartridge is fully inserted by turning it clockwise until it stops. Replace the appliance cover. One ThermaCell butane cartridge lasts 8 to 12 hours. If your appliance fails to heat, it may be out of fuel. Check the fuel level by holding the appliance vertically and looking at the fuel gauge on the bottom. You can see the amount of butane in the cartridge. Replace if empty.
Slide the 'On/Off'switch to the 'On' position; the butane gas will begin to flow.
Wait approximately 5-10 seconds then depress the start button three to five times in rapid succession.
To verify the appliance is operating, pick it up and check the lens on the end of the appliance. The light at the end of the appliance glows when the appliance is heating. If the light is not glowing, check to make sure the appliance is 'On' and the cartridge is completely screwed into place; then once again depress the start button three to five times in rapid succession. Check to make sure the light is glowing.
Place the appliance on a flat, stable area with the grill side facing up. Do not touch the grill; it will be hot after a couple of minutes. When finished using the appliance, slide the 'On/Off' switch to the 'Off' position, and allow the appliance to cool completely. Appliance is now ready for storage.
Optional Accessories :
Appliance Holster with Clip
Carry your appliance hands-free anywhere the great outdoors takes you. The olive-colored Appliance Holster with Clip attaches to anything, including outdoor gear.
Fits all full-size Thermacell Mosquito Repellent Appliances
Pockets hold butane cartridges and mosquito repellent mat refills
Elastic closures ensure quiet; no noisy snaps
Mosquito Repellent Appliance sold separately
Optional Accessories :
Thermacell Mosquito Repellent
Thermacell® Mosquito Repellent Refills come in a variety of quantities.
To continue to repel mosquitoes repellent mats should be replaced after 4 hours of use. Butane cartridges last up to 12 hours each.
Refills fit all Thermacell mosquito repellent models.
Mats
Each mat lasts up to 4 hours
Mats can be stored for long periods of time
A mat can be used for short periods of time; turn unit off and restart when ready
If time between uses will be more than one week, store the mat in a dry, dark place
Insect repellent in the mat is allethrin, a synthetic copy of pyrethin
The natural insect repellent pyrethin comes from the pyrethin flower, a member of the chrysanthe~mum family
Fits all Thermacell appliances and lanterns
Butane Cartridges
Each butane cartridge lasts up to 12 hours
Butane cartridges can be stored for long periods of time
A butane cartridge can be used for short periods of time; turn unit off and restart when ready
