Normally, a bottle of insecticide concentrate makes a 55 gallon drum of spray solution.The following assumes the concentrate has been properly diluted and the volume used is the diluted solution.

There are four factors used in the formula below to calculate how much insecticide is used over time.

1.) How many nozzles are in the system? N

2.) How many times a day does the system spray (frequency)? F

3.) How long does it spray each time in seconds? S

4.) At what pressure are you spraying? P The pressure is adjusted with the needle valve and read on the adjacent pressure gauge. The higher the pressure the more spray is used within a given time.

Here are a few examples: At 100psi each nozzle sprays 0.59 gph. Divide by 3600 to convert that to gallons per second, and the result is .0001638 g/sec. Use this factor as P in the formula below.
For 200 psi, P = .0002333.

Gallons used per day = N x F x S x P

Example: a system with 30 nozzles, sprayed 3 times a day, for 40 seconds each, at 200 psi

N = 30, F = 3, S = 40, P = .0002333

Gallons per day = 30 x 3 x 40 x .0002333 = .83988

First calculate how many gallons you use a day. (See “How much insecticide will my system use”)  Use the formula provided below to calculate yield from tank:

# of days = # gallons tank capacity / gallons per day

Example: if you have a 55 gallon tank, and you are using .75 gal/day then then : 55 / .75 gallons per day = 73.33 days

Analog VS Digital Clocks – What is the difference?

When designing your system, one important consideration is the type of clock used to initiate the misting cycle, Analog or Digital. It’s important to understand that the clock initiates the misting time; it does not govern the duration. The duration of misting time (how long your system will spray) is controlled by a timer relay that is the same on both Analog and Digital systems. The difference between the two clocks comes down to simplicity or flexibility of a misting schedule. See comparison below:

Digital: 24 hour, 7 day programmable with LCD display and replaceable battery backup. The appeal of this type of time clock is its flexibility. Misting times may be programmed for different times of the day on different days of the week. For example, during the week (Mon -Fri) the Misting times may be set for 5am, 10am, 4pm,and 10pm, and on the weekends for 6am and 11pm.

Analog:  24 hour quartz driven time clock with a 7 day battery backup. The appeal of this type of time clock is its simplicity. At a glance you see the entire daily program, misting times are set with captive trippers and may be set at any quarter hour of the day. The program operates the same every day of the week.

Mosquito Control Equipment offers two types of nozzle tips: Full Size and Mini nozzles. Both Styles of nozzle tips have the same flow rate, spray angle and low pressure cut off; So what is the difference?

Full sized nozzle tips are larger and therefore more visible. The upside is that, when properly winterized and cleaned, they require less routine maintenance than mini nozzles. However, most full sized nozzles tips do not have replaceable filters, once they no longer spray they will have to be replaced.

On the other hand, Mini nozzle tips are less visible; blending in better with the surroundings. These nozzle tips also have replaceable filters (Part Number MN-F) and Ball and Spring (Part Number MN-VBS.) However, the filter will need to be changed periodically along with the standard winterizing and general cleaning.

Winterizing your Mosquito Misting system is required if you live in a climate where the temperature can drop below freezing. Because water expands slightly when it freezes, water in lines or the pump can cause damage leading to downtime and costly replacement parts (damage due to freezing is not covered under warranty). Here’s how to do it: First, flush the lines and nozzles with clean water by allowing the pump to run continuously for about 5 minutes. Flushing the lines will prevent any residual insecticide from congealing during a prolonged shut down. Second, disconnect the output line going to the nozzles. If the Tank is the lowest point in the system the line should drain by gravity. If it is not, find the low spot(s) in the system and disconnect the line and allow it to drain. If you have an air compressor connect it to the output line and remove the furthest nozzle and blow out the water in the line. Finally, remove the intake line, connect a short piece of 1/4″ tubing to the output fitting and place the other end in the tank (This is so any fluid in the pump will be deposited in the tank and not all over you). Run the pump 10-15 seconds to clear any solution that may be in the pump. If your tank is outdoors, replace the protective cover to keep your system clean and dry. If you have prolonged periods of below freezing temperatures, you may want to bring the pump indoors for the winter.

First, access the receiver by removing the 2 faceplate screws and lift the faceplate off to expose the contents of the control box. ****Do not touch or remove any wires****. On the edge of the receiver’s printed circuit board is a LED and a small push button switch. With the control box powered ON in the Auto position, push the push button switch on the receiver until the LED turns on. Now, press and hold the pushbutton labeled O on the transmitter. The receiver LED will flash and a mist cycle will be initiated. Your transmitter is now synchronized to the receiver. Replace the faceplate and faceplate screws.

First, access the receiver by removing the 2 faceplate screws and lift the faceplate off to expose the contents of the control box. ****Do not touch or remove any wires****. On the front edge of the receiver is a row of three buttons. Below the buttons to the right is the Power/Program LED. Note: If the receiver is getting power, the Power/Program LED will have a slow red blink. If the LED is not blinking, the receiver is not getting power. 

 With the control box powered ON in the Auto position, press the middle Program button for approximately 5 seconds then release; The Power/Program LED will alternately blink Blue and Purple then turn solid Blue. Now, press and release the pushbutton on the Remote transmitter. The receiver LED will flash and return to a slow red blink. Test the remote for proper functionality; Repeat process if remote fails to pair. Replace the faceplate and faceplate screws.

Sometimes it is necessary to reset the Receiver. To reset; hold down the middle Program button for 15 seconds. During this time the Power/Program LED will switch from red to purple to blue to blinking red. Release the Program button the follow the programing instructions above to program the remote

Setting the Clock:

• Press and HOLD the CLOCK button then Press the DAY button until the correct day is displayed.
• Press and HOLD the Clock button then Press the HOUR and MIN button(s) until the correct time is displayed.

Setting the Timer:

NOTE: Program Times do NOT affect Spray Duration (See Below) 

An On and Off time must be programmed for each Mist Cycle. 

• Press the TIMER button once to enter programming.
• Press the DAY button once. Option 1 defaults to Mon-Sun, 7 Days a week. (repeat pressing of Day button toggles through 15 clock program options if desired)
• Use HOUR and MIN buttons to set Mist Cycle ON time. (Ex 7:00am)
• Press the TIMER button again to toggle to OFF setting
• Press the DAY button to match the same Day setting used for the ON time
• Press the HOUR and MIN buttons to set corresponding OFF time one minute later than programmed ON time. (Ex 7:01am)
• Repeat steps until all desired Mist cycles have been programed
• Press the CLOCK button to exit Programing

Misting Time: can be set between 5 -180 sec by adjusting the knob to the right of the clock

Quick Guide

PRESS: Timer; Day; Hour (Ex 7:00am)

PRESS: Timer; Day; Hour; Minute (Ex 7:01am)

Digital clocks must be in an Auto status to initiate spray cycles. The status indicator appears as a bar over a corresponding state printed on the clock face.

Setting the Clock:

• Press and HOLD the Clock button then Press the HOUR and MIN button(s) until the correct time is displayed.

Setting the Timer:

NOTE: Program Times do NOT affect Spray Duration (See Below) 

An On and Off time must be programmed for each Mist Cycle. 

• Press the TIMER button once to enter programming.
• Use HOUR and MIN buttons to set Mist Cycle ON time. (Ex 7:00am)
• Press the TIMER button again to toggle to OFF setting
• Press the HOUR and MIN buttons to set corresponding OFF time one minute later than programmed ON time. (Ex 7:01am)
• Repeat steps until all desired Mist cycles have been programed
• Press the CLOCK button to exit Programing

Misting Time: can be set between 5 -180 sec by adjusting the knob to the right of the clock

Quick Guide

PRESS: Timer; Hour (Ex 7:00am)

PRESS: Timer; Hour; Minute (Ex 7:01am)

Digital clocks must be in an Auto status to initiate spray cycles. The status indicator appears as a bar over a corresponding state printed on the clock face

Click Here for Diehl programming steps

Click the links below for Operation Manuals

AMS-A

AMS-S1M

AMS-MM+20

Click the link below for General Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Guide

Products covered

The following Mosquito Misting system products manufactured by Mosquito Control Equipment are covered by this limited warranty: AMS-MM, AMS-MM+20, AMS-S1M, AMS-A, and AMS-D

How long is the warranty?

The standard one year warranty begins on the date of purchase and lasts for one year. A two year warranty can be purchased for $66.30, it begins on date of purchase and lasts two years.

What is covered

This Limited Warranty covers any defects in material or workmanship under normal use during the Warranty Period.

What is not covered

1) Filters. 2) Damage due to misuse, abuse, neglect, theft, vandalism, unauthorized repairs or attempted repairs, natural disasters, acts of God or terrorism. 3) Damage in shipping to or from the manufacturer. 4) Shipping and packaging of a system returned for a warranty claim. 5) Any special, indirect, exemplary, incidental or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the product, any other materials or services furnished hereunder, to the greatest extent allowed by applicable law.

How to make a Warranty claim

Please contact the factory by email, telephone or mail and provide your name, ship to address, telephone #, email address, serial #, date of purchase and a description of the product defect.  A warranty technician will be assigned to your case and contact you to diagnose and troubleshoot the problem. If the product must be sent to a factory service center for repair they will issue you a return authorization # and provide you shipping instructions. Please do not return products to the factory without a return authorization number as they will be rejected, returned to sender freight collect. This warranty is the sole exclusive remedy regarding any potential defects of the product and is limited to the repair or replacement of the product purchased.