If the battery is fully charged, disconnect it for 10 seconds and reconnect it, the LED’s will then go through a start-up sequence telling you the Sirenix is operating properly.

The rightmost LED on each side will briefly flash once every two minutes to indicate proper operation.

The location of Sirenix is flexible using the solar panel extension cord. Placement can be optimized by having the basin in the shade while moving the solar panel to collect direct sunlight. It is recommended to be placed in partially shady areas. If vegetation is bordering your property, place the units every 400 feet adjacent to the border.

Starting with a fully discharged battery, it will reach maximum energy within six hours of direct sunlight.

Upon initial use, add water to just below the overflow holes. The Sirenix will continue to attract female mosquitoes and kill mosquitoes with as little as 3/8” of water in the bottom. All LEDs will flash in unison when the water level is ½” deep, telling you to add water.

Yes, if you live in a warm climate that does not experience freezing weather, it is highly suitable for year-round use. However, if you live in areas that experience freezing weather, you will have seasonal population changes, and the Sirenix must be brought indoors and stored if freezing weather is expected. In these climates, it is recommended to place the Sirenix outside one month before mosquito season begins.

The life cycle of a mosquito is 5 to 14 days. You will begin to see a reduction in mosquito population in about two weeks. In one month, the population will begin to collapse.

The life cycle of a mosquito is 5 to 14 days. You will begin to see a reduction in mosquito population in about two weeks. In one month, the population will begin to collapse.

The life cycle of a mosquito is 5 to 14 days. You will begin to see a reduction in mosquito population in about two weeks. In one month, the population will begin to collapse.

Unlike other ovitraps, the Sirenix has an exceptionally low profile, large stable base, and low center of gravity, so tipping over by wind (up to 50 mph) or accidental bumps from animals will not knock it over.

No, the Sirenix is designed for any amount of rain or sprinkler operations. As opposed to chemical pesticide traps, sprinklers, and rain is very beneficial to the operation.

Sirenix is based on the “Lethal Ovitrap” for its control paradigm. This is where pregnant (gravid) females are lured to a device to “Oviposit” or lay eggs, which are then prohibited from becoming adults. One female can lay up to 500 eggs, exterminating these eggs interrupts the life cycle and in a short time (weeks) the mosquito population begins to collapse.

Sirenix attracts and kills all species of human-biting mosquitoes that transmit disease: Aedes, culex, and anopheles. Each species has different breeding habits and preferences. The Sirenix accommodates all of these: aedes – lay eggs above the water line in the shade, and the Sirenix mimics a car tire with a dry space above the water sheltered with shade. culex and anopheles lay their eggs directly on the water.

“Lethal Ovitraps” either capture the adult female mosquito (using fly paper) or kills the offspring. Typical methods of extermination require toxic pesticides and must be routinely maintained and re-supplied. Sirenix uses non-toxic, environmentally friendly, and sustainable solar-powered “Acoustic Larvicide” to kill the offspring. The Sirenix patented technology acoustically ruptures, through resonance, the larvae’s respiratory system, causing death. We are only using sound energy in short bursts every six hours.

The Sirenix incorporates eight natural attractive lures that the females seek, not just one or two. The system also presents an ideal environment in which she cannot resist laying her eggs.

1. The water surface is easily visible from above for 360°, and the sight of water is the dominant attractant.
2. Water emits an attractive aroma for the female, and over time, natural organics decomposing enhances the attractant.
3. Early hatched larvae produce an odor before they are killed, attracting the females. 
4. The contrasting black and white striped color scheme simulates shade and gives an illusion of motion to the insect-segmented eye, which attracts the female.
5. The Sirenix design mimics a tire with a continuous shade area. The contrast alerts her to the shade, where she likes to rest and lay eggs.
6. The Sirenix provides a dry space above the water, which is necessary for the Aedes, which lays her eggs above water and is attractive for other species as a resting spot.
7. Blue LED lamps emit color at a frequency proven attractive to adult mosquitoes.
8. The cycling of the LEDs simulates motion to the segmented eye and is an attractive color.

The initial setup will require you to add water to the overflow ports. In partial shade in warm temperatures with no rain, you may need to add water once per week. You will know to add water if all the LEDs flash at once periodically.

Typical water from your tap will work fine.

Depending on your environment, if debris builds up, you should empty the basin and add fresh water. Otherwise, with normal rain, adding fresh water, and the acoustics designed to limit algae growth, you may wait up to three months to clean.

Use only fresh water and a cloth or paper towel to wipe down the unit. Be careful not to damage the water level sensors, and take care of cleaning the rubber transducer. Clean the solar panel glass lens.

The Sirenix “lethal Ovitrap” is designed for long life with minimal maintenance. It is environmentally sustainable. The trap is made of high-quality materials. The solar panel’s lens is glass, not plastic, and will not haze over. The black plastic components are UV-resistant and sturdy.