How to Repair a Stinger Bug Zapper

Written By
Cameron Easey
Cameron Easey
Published: Feb 9, 2011
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

You can then make any repairs that are necessary to get the your bug zapper working again.

  1. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet or an extension cord. The unit is on when the bulb begins to glow blue.

  2. Unplug the unit and verify the grids are not touching each other. Readjust the position of the grids, if necessary.

  3. Release the latch that is on the bottom or base of the bug zapper and take out the plastic bulb retainer.

  4. Disconnect the old bulb from the socket by pulling it out. Insert the new bulb into the socket.

  5. Set the plastic bulb retainer back in place and then reset the latch.

The Drip Cap

  • Bug zappers, such as a Stinger, are used outdoors to kill mosquitoes and a variety of other insects.
  • If your Stinger bug zapper is not working correctly, you need to find the cause of the problem.
  • Disconnect the old bulb from the socket by pulling it out.
Cameron Easey

Cameron Easey has over 15 years customer service experience, with eight of those years in the insurance industry. He has earned various designations from organizations like the Insurance Institute of America and LOMA. Easey earned his…

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