do you have to reach in to 'bait' this trap? Is it only open on one end?
1852678
You can but you don't turn it on. You can just put some kibble or whatever in there and lift it so it slides back.
1852679
Husband says "I just throw it in there. You should never stick you hand in there."
1852680
It is open on one end. When baiting, I turn the unit off, and toss a bit of bait into the unit. You can then move the unit back and forth to position the bait just where you want it. I do not put my hand inside. Next, put a little bait outside the trap. I want some tease bait outside, and then evenly distribute bait throughout the unit, making sure there's some in the middle and at the end. I use bird seed for bait.
1852681
It is only open on one end. We use dry dog food ("kibble") to bait the trap, and simply toss a few kibbles into the rear of the unit, put it in place, then put a kibble or two at the entrance to the Zapper, and then turn it on. Very easy.
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Dear M. Turner . . . It is open only on one end except for small "slits" at the other end. DO NOT REACH INSIDE. If the Zapper is armed, you will get a shock; if it is not, possible particulates and oils on your hand will likely contaminate the "execution chamber." I am having success and no mess using Friskies cat food -- the crunchy stuff obviously not the smelly wet canned food. Just put about 10 nuggets into your hand, tilt the Zapper approximately 10 - 20 degrees so that the slope is open/high-to-closed/low and let gravity do the baiting job. the nuggets will slide down to the slotted end, which is beyond the execution chamber. The rats/mice never make it to the slotted end! Dear M. Turner . . . It is open only on one end except for small "slits" at the other end. DO NOT REACH INSIDE. If the Zapper is armed, you will get a shock; if it is not, possible particulates and oils on your hand will likely contaminate the "execution chamber." I am having success and no mess using Friskies cat food -- the crunchy stuff obviously not the smelly wet canned food. Just put about 10 nuggets into your hand, tilt the Zapper approximately 10 - 20 degrees so that the slope is open/high-to-closed/low and let gravity do the baiting job. the nuggets will slide... » Read More Dear M. Turner . . . It is open only on one end except for small "slits" at the other end. DO NOT REACH INSIDE. If the Zapper is armed, you will get a shock; if it is not, possible particulates and oils on your hand will likely contaminate the "execution chamber." I am having success and no mess using Friskies cat food -- the crunchy stuff obviously not the smelly wet canned food. Just put about 10 nuggets into your hand, tilt the Zapper approximately 10 - 20 degrees so that the slope is open/high-to-closed/low and let gravity do the baiting job. the nuggets will slide down to the slotted end, which is beyond the execution chamber. The rats/mice never make it to the slotted end! « Show Less
1852683
It is only open on one end, but the contact plate is toward the back. I use a pop bottle cap full of peanut butter and slide it in there.
1852684
I don't reach in, I hold the trap open side up and drop the bait in, then tip to horizontal making sure bait stays at the end.
1852685
Yes, it's only open at one end. It's surprising large so you can easily reach in with the bait.
1852686
It is only open on one end, but you can just drop the bait in. It does work the rat did die.
871222
I have a different way to set. 1) Flip up wires that cover doors, and push down wire with curve to open both doors. Hold open. 2) With other hand, rotate bait tray so it's horizontal, and push in or out so wire connects with other wires. 3) Carefully balance bait wire atop wire with bend. 4) Remove hands. 5) Use long bread knife to gently roll bait onto tray.
887618
There is a small hole. In our specific situation we were hooking-up to existing plumbing. We had to cut a larger hole and modify the second drawer to accommodate the p-trap.
485212
Around the bottom, on one of the sides there will be 2 wire clips that secure the cage in an open position. Looking at the picture the way it sits on Amazon. If you look at the bottom right of the cage where the right tunnel is, in the bottom ring there will be 2 rings that secure the cage in the open postion. All around it is a good trap. I did make a few tweaks to better secure the trap when opened but you will understand if you purchase the trap.
1976241
yes it is small enough but I also found that to be a problem because it's very hard to get your hand inside to bait it. I returned mine because of that. It's also very difficult to set.
703670
well you can but it works best if there is no other food for them to get to( just ther bait in the unit ) and you would need to cover the unit so it does not get wet
1834543
The opening runs all the way across the front of the trap and is just an open slit in the netting, no doors or reinforced area. No, it does not have any cull rings or rotten cotton releases either. I'm not sure what states it is legal for crab in but not CA OR or WA as far as I know. Defiantly NOT legal except for crayfish in CA. (I managed to talk my way out of a citation only because the CDF warden had seen me around a lot and knew I respected him) It can be be made legal with very little work and expense or just buy the bigger trap with the legal features.
1170027
Don't dig out the tunnel. It needs yo be at ground level. You set the trap while there is an "open" hole, I.e. the gopher is working it at the time, which is usually in the a.m.
293000
Honestly I've never caught a animal, but the manual says open the rear door. To me it looks difficult to open rear I thought I would open front door but be careful.
2185417
Stick the plunger into the back of any one bait and push. Be sure to remove the black cap first and preferably put one of the needle tips on before pushing. Don't throw the plunger away as you'll need it for the others. This product works great!
1273769
If you touched it bare handed then your scent will keep them from going to it. Plus what others have said location of baiting and alternate food source.
992367
Hello. The Insect Trap comes with a hanging loop built into the top of it to allow you to hang it where you would like. Thank you
293002
I have released out both ends. I find turn in the cage away from me then opens in the main trapdoor is eassist. It also keeps the solid door between your hand and the creature. Otherwise pull the pin on the back side and slide it out the back side then can open when pressed out.
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This trap works very well if you are up against just one mouse at a time. A nest of them in the house will result in the trap door being reopened giving the earlier captures a chance (but not always) to escape. Just be patient, they eventually slip up or set two traps at a time. It is worth it to see the look on their faces when you do catch them and they can see the look on yours through the clear door !!
956495
It might be necessary to adjust the catch mechanism to lighten the trigger weight. This isn't uncommon for most live traps. Just grab a pair of pliers and adjust the catch... Be careful not to overbend the metal catch...
479487
The mouse will push it open to get the bait and it closes behind him keeping him safe inside until you relocate him :)
1980860
Yes, I have installed them both ways, but which way you install them depends on which way the pipe in the wall connects to the inlet. If the pipe comes from below, you install the inlet so the trap door opens downward. If the pipe comes from above, you install the inlet so the trap door opens upward. Having the hose sit on the trap door doesn't seem to be a problem.