Manual Mole Stop 1000 P2 / Mole Stop Solar
Congratulations on choosing Mole Stop
electronic mole and vole control!
When buying Mole Stop it does not only give you
access to a proven State-of-the-art pest repelling
appliance, it also offers you a guarantee that, we
dare say, goes beyond any product warranty you
have ever experienced before.
Having sold Mole Stop for more than two decades,
we know just how well these devices work. Hence
we have no hesitation whatsoever in offering our
customers a two year money-back-guarantee (85%
refund!). Read more about warranty on the web
site; www.pest-control.cc/garantee.html
When using solar accumulator or mains adapter:
Insert the special plug into one of the sockets (7)
oft the Mole Stop unit. Due to the vibrations secure
the cable, using the clip fastenings (8).
IMPORTANT! When a primary adapter, solar accumulator or another external mains source is used,
the batteries must be removed from the battery
compartment.
We pride ourselves in supplying you with Mole Stop
professional mole/vole control appliance and are
confident that you will have a successful eviction of
your rodents. We appreciate it that you have chosen
environmentally safe pest control and for putting your
trust in us as your supplier. Thank you and good luck!
AB Soveco International / export dept.
After starting the device (Fig. 20), a long continuous vibration will be heard. Subsequently, the
vibrations will occur irregularly and not in any set
pattern, thus preventing the moles/voles getting
accustomed to the device.
lntensity setting
Picture references (see illustrations)
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
ON/OFF switch
Program switch — P1 / P2
Battery test (when device is turned off!)
Intensity regulator — motor velocity rpm
Indication lamp for battery test
Battery compartment (only with MOLE STOP
1000 P2)
(7) Socket for a further WINDHAGER device,
primary adapter or solar-accumulator
(8) Clip fastening for mains cable
(9) Compartment lid
(10) Snap fastening for lid
(11) Main shaft with depth marker
Mole Stop pest control means, contrary to using
chemicals and other harmful methods, a trouble
free and environmentally safe way to rid moles and
voles in your garden.
The final outcome of using Mole Stop depends largely on the properties of the soil, the magni-tude of
the rodent attack, the size of the affected area and
on the survival possibilities of the rodents.
Where to position your Mole Stop
The firmer the ground, the better the device will
function. The waves dispersed are roughly circular
in shape (Fig. 14). Concrete slobs, large stones
(Fig. 15) or garden ponds disturb the wave pattern
and therefore reduce the effectiveness. Vegetable
or flower beds (Fig. 13) or mole hills (Fig. 16) are
unsuitable sites since the ground is too soft and will
reduce wave dispersion. Less suitable soil, e.g. containing large stones, sandy or soft soil, also reduce
the working radius.
Moreover, moles and voles nest in firm ground and
sure NOT to over bend the spring contacts in the
battery compartment (minus poles) since this might
induce bad battery contact with operation failure as
a result. Only use alkaline baby type batteries
as specified. Rechargeable batteries must not be
used because of too low a capacity. Also, these
types of batteries are frequently slightly shorter,
which again will result in a bad connection — device
will come to a halt.
often outside the garden perimeter, i.e. in quieter
surroundings. In order to maximise the effectiveness
of your Mole Stop, the device should be positioned
between the nest and the digging area (see the burrowing test on the reverse side of the manual).
Placing your Mole Stop
Screw the unit into the ground using the earth
screw at right angles to the surface until the depth
marker (Fig. 17) is reached. On sloping surfaces,
the Mole Stop must also be situated at right angles
to the surface (Fig. 18).
Soften the soil by watering the spot where you wish
to place your Mole Stop. This will make it easier to
screw the appliance into the ground (Fig. 19). The
conical form of the earth screw condenses the surrounding soil and, after drying out, provides a good
wave conducting medium to the surrounding area.
When using the solar accumulator attach the earth
spike onto the housing of the solar accu-mulator
using the included screws. Push the solar-accumulator into the ground directed to the south (parallel to
the circulation of the sun).
Before connecting the solar accumulator to the
Mole Stop, allow for a 8 hours charging time, e.g.
let the solar-unit charge up and ensure that the
connecting cable is not connected to the Mole Stop
unit when doing so.
Operating instructions
When using batteries: Put batteries in the battery
compartment and observe the correct polarity. Make
(speed of motor, rpm)
1. After having put the device in the ground, set
the intensity control knob slightly below the
middle position of the scale.
2. Push the ON/OFF switch to the ON position and
a test sequence will be initiated for approximately 5 seconds. Increase the intensity gradually
until maximum vibration in the ground has
been obtained.
3. Place your finger tips on the device during
the test sequence in order to feel when maximum vibration has been obtained — repeat the
test sequence if necessary! Make sure no disturbing extra sounds such as rattling is generated
by the device, which might indicate that too
high a frequency has been set.
N.B. Don´t exaggerate the intensity setting!
An excessive velocity of the motor (rpm) will yield
abnormal wear to the motor and high battery consumption — will be drained for power within a few
weeks!
Maximum vibration is what you should be aiming
for (primarily a feel sensation, not something
you determine by listening). This will under normal
circumstances be attained with a 50-100% setting
on the frequency scale.
Additional information when using a
solar accumulator
Sunlight is converted directly into electrical energy, and
stored in the built in NiCd-Accumu-lator. This energy
will be used during dull periods or darkness. When
in continuous use (charged and discharged), the life
expectancy of the accu-mulator is 5 to 7 years.
If the solar accumulator is not used continuously,
then the life expectancy is reduced correspondingly.
To ensure an environmentally friendly disposal of
the accumulator, please make sure it will be handed
over to your local contractor for used batteries.
In shady places, especially in the winter time or
when maximum intensity with P2 setting has been
chosen, the weak daylight might not be sufficient to
keep the accumulator fully charged when the device
is being run continiously.
Under those circumstances we strongly recommend
the accessory adapter (V201 + V205) as an alternative source of power.
Performance and effectiveness
Moles and voles are difficult to remove from their
accustomed living space. It can take up to 3-4
weeks until they start to withdraw. Only then, if necessary, should the location of the device be changed. The device is functioning effectively when no
new mole hills are visible. Existing mole hills should
be removed.
To prevent the formation of new settlements, keep
the device in constant use as a renewed attempt to
clear fresh settlements is very much more difficult
and time consuming.
It often happens during the first few days that one
or more stubborn moles increase their burrowing
activities as a result of vibrations emitted from the
appliance (trying to scare the ”intruder” off). This
is a good sign showing that the rodents are being
affected..!
When a high level of infestation is evident or when
there are limited escape possibilities for the rodents
(other rodent tribes won´t freely accept new settlers in their territory!) we suggest that you consider
using non baited traps as an addition. You should
ideally release trapped moles on rough, uncultivated
grounds or in the forest where they will prove beneficial to the environment.
N.B. Observe any regional prohibitions regarding
mole/vole extinction
Cars are sheltered in a Carport
In the same way as with for instance cars you
should protect your Mole Stop from UV rays, radiation of the sun causing internal condensa-tion of
water and from rain and snow.
In order to accomplish this we suggest you place a
heavy large pot or something similar up-side-down
on top of your Mole Stop. However, make sure
the pot is slightly elevated from the ground, thus
ensuring adequate ventilation underneath to rid the
moist.
When powering your Mole Stop with the adapter
(indoor use only!) make sure the adapter is put in a
sheltered socket free from rain or snow. As an extension to the adapter cable (2 m) use the 20 meter
extension cable that is available as an accessory
(Fig. 25).
Also make sure that NO batteries simultaneously are being used when the device is powered by
adapter, since this might damage the electronic
parts.
will be solidified slowly (within 1 to 7 days) and then
only on one side of the run. Any 30 cm runs you had
previously exposed may well be under burrowed.
Careful finger probing will establish the new runs.
Pest control intermission
Accessories
Should you for any reason stop using your Mole
Stop for a period of time, please make sure to
run it for a few days indoors before shutting it off.
This will enable any built up moist within the device to dry up, hence not causing any corrosion on
the blank polished axis of the motor which might
prevent the motor from starting the next time you
need to use your appliance.
Operational control
a) In order to test that the elctrical current from
the batteries are reaching the electronic parts (Fig.
22), press the battery check button (3). In case the
indication lamp will not glow (5), there could either
be a connection failure (eg. bent contact plates) or
the batteries have run out.
b) Each time the device is switched on (Fig. 20), a
long continuous vibration can be heard. The intensity regulator responds within the specific voltage
range.
After this the irregular vibrations will begin according to the random programs (P1/P2).
If this is not the case or by any other malfunc-tioning, please consult:
www.pest-control.cc/felsoke.html
for help-yourself-assistance. If the information on
this site won´t cure the problem, please return the
device along with a copy of your proof of purchase,
to your vendor for service.
Program setting
P1 = Short vibrations — for small or moderate rodent infestation or as a prophylactics. The batteries
will last for approx. 8 - 10 weeks.
P2 = Long vibrations — for severe infestations. The
batteries will last for approx. 3 - 4 weeks.
Burrowing Test
Use a probe (stick) to find the runs and expose one
or more of these, carefully removing the surface soil
or lawn to approximately 30 cm (1 ft). Observe the
exposed runs regularly. The openings which shows
disturbance are often nearest the nest of the moles.
BATTERIES (6) 4x1,5 V Alkaline Baby-R 14-C-AM 2,
e.g. DURACELL MN 1400, VARTA 4014. The capacity
of the baitteries (7500 mAh) is adequate for 3-10
weeks, depending on the choosen program and set
intensity.
ADAPTER 230V/9V (Fig. 23) with a 2 m connection
cable (optionally 110V/9V), accessory no. V201. The
capacity is adequate for up to 3-4 devices. Due to
the 9 V power supply, there is an increased intensity
output.
SOLAR UNIT (Fig. 24), accessory V300. Built in 6V
NiCd-Accumulator / 600 mAh. The capacity is adequate for 4-5 days without proper daylight. For longer
periods, (or the use of other devices from the same
solar unit) a second built-in accumulator is necessary.
CONNECTION CABLE 20 m (Fig.25) accessory no.
V205. For connecting another Mole Stop to the second socket or as an extension.
Technical data
Power consumption: 0, 35 - 0,93 Watt, depending on
intensity and ground conditions.
Output frequency: irregular intervals
Active/rest period: 1:24 to 1:28 Wave dispersion: approximately circular 10 to 20 m radius up to 1200 m2
(14000 sq.ft) depending on ground conditions.
Penetrating depth: up to 1 m.
Wave frequency: below 100 Hz.
Worldwide eTrade agent:
AB Soveco International
Askims Industriväg 1 a
SE-436 34 ASKIM, Sweden
Tel. +46 31 - 68 46 40
Fax +46 31 - 68 46 44
e-mail: info@pest-control.cc
www.pest-control.cc
Typical Vole signs/presence
Smooth, convex shaped runs without any evi-dence
of root debris. The run — on one or both sides —
will be quickly solidifid (within 5 minutes to 5 hours)
with the adjacent ground.
Typical Mole signs/presence
The runs are roughly oval in shape, loose and almost certainly show root debris presence. Runs
Since research work at the Mole Stop plant is a continuo­­s
process we reserve the right to alter given specifications without prior notice. Tampering with the appliance in any way will
make the guarantee null and void. For Warranty and Terms of
Sale see; www.pest-control.cc/garantee.html
Askim 2007-07­-01