Am I supposed to hear a sound (whirring/clicking) when I turn the trap on? I heard it once, but when I had to turn it off and then on again, I saw the green light but there was no sound. Is it working correctly? Confused! Am I supposed to hear a sound (whirring/clicking) when I turn the trap on? I heard it once, but when I had to turn it off and then on again, I saw the green light but there was no sound. Is it... » Read More Am I supposed to hear a sound (whirring/clicking) when I turn the trap on? I heard it once, but when I had to turn it off and then on again, I saw the green light but there was no sound. Is it working correctly? Confused! « Show Less
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Yes, you should hear that sound. It may take 2 or 3 seconds for the sound to start. It should only make the noise briefly.
1345319
I cannot recall a sound but the green light comes on ever so briefly and then goes out. But the unit is on. The light comes on and stays on when you have caught something in the trap. I hope this helps.
1345320
Too much PB or whatever as bait, when something touches the metal plate, it causes the buzzing sound, then the battery dies.
128881
Thank you! That was definitely part of my problem. One last question: when opening, I hear a pleasant ratcheting sound, which I don't hear when closing. Does yours also not make that sound in one direction?
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I'd first make sure they're actually functioning. Are both red and green lights on? Green light is the important one and should be on now and again; not all the time, but should certainly be on once in a while. If not, your unit is defective. If Red isn't on, it's not working correctly (power issues, etc.). One should actually be sufficient for one level according to Pest Offense's web site by the way. I'd suggest contacting them though if the lights are working as you aren't doing anything wrong. These are a simple plug in the wall and forget about it product. Their web site is http://pestoffense.com/ Best of luck! I'd first make sure they're actually functioning. Are both red and green lights on? Green light is the important one and should be on now and again; not all the time, but should certainly be on once in a while. If not, your unit is defective. If Red isn't on, it's not working correctly (power issues, etc.). One should actually be sufficient for one level according to Pest Offense's web site by the way. I'd suggest contacting them though if the lights are working as you aren't doing anything wrong. These are a simple plug in the wall and forget about it product. Their web site is... » Read More I'd first make sure they're actually functioning. Are both red and green lights on? Green light is the important one and should be on now and again; not all the time, but should certainly be on once in a while. If not, your unit is defective. If Red isn't on, it's not working correctly (power issues, etc.). One should actually be sufficient for one level according to Pest Offense's web site by the way. I'd suggest contacting them though if the lights are working as you aren't doing anything wrong. These are a simple plug in the wall and forget about it product. Their web site is http://pestoffense.com/ Best of luck! « Show Less
575364
You have to activate the multiple sounds by a button on the bottom - I think. The instructions tell you where it is. The one sound you are getting is just the demonstration sound that keeps the battery from running down. Look for a button to switch so that you get all the sounds.
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No, our did not make a clicking sound. However ours died already. It was only 8 months old. Honeywell would not stand behind it although we could prove purchase date. Couldn't find this model in a store so not sure if it was a bad model that they discontinued. Buy with caution. Maybe buy it from an actual store so you can return it if does die out on you. Let the store fight Honeywell.
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If it is in working order the green light will blink once when you turn it on. When a rat is in the trap the green light will blink until you turn it off to remove the remains.
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I have never NOT heard a noise when turning it on. It is like a quick buzz/current sound for like a second or two and then it stops and the green light will stay on. I would think if the green light is on, it should be on and running. You will just have to test it and see. If your peanut butter is missing and it was on and no mouse then it was not working correctly. You might need to clean the metal plates. Sometimes when you zap a mouse and you toss it out there might be hair or a little bodily fluid matter stuck to the metal plates. You need to take the batteries out and then clean off the metal plates (I use disinfectant wipes), let it dry, put batteries back in and turn it back on. Trust me on taking the batteries out. I tried to clean it once with it turned off of course but I still got a little zap when using the wet wipe, so take out the batteries when cleaning it. Dumb I know. Anyway, I hope my answer helps you.
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I got this and mine made a beeping noise but it wasn't loud at all. Is it defective or ????!
709906
For small increment movements (like a few degrees), the sound is like "zip, zip" - kind of like what a robot sounds like. When it starts up or if there is like a large degree rotation movement, you'll definitely hear it if you're in a small room and there is no sound. It does sound like a robot's gears moving, but it's not loud. I've never heard any click noises before. But if it sounds like it's an abnormal grinding sound, the gears are probably worn or broken. It should be smooth sounding like a typical robot movement sound.
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Sorry about last post. If this is the solid trap, there is no plug in it, just remove from box and set out. I also got the liquid traps and there is a plug in it. They bothe worked for me
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That's an interesting point, not sure about that. I did try to wipe it off between uses. (I was setting it out at night during the winter and I even considered that a rat wouldn't want to step on cold metal?!) I didn't catch anything either; the bait wasn't disturbed so they weren't even entering the trap. If I use it again I'll try leaving the power off and put the bait near the opening for a while- then move it back each time till they get used to it. Then I'll try turning it on.
1488110
When I turned it on the first time, I thought there was something wrong with it because I could barely hear that it was running. Needless to say, the noise level should not be an issue. :)
652413
Do all of yours make that clicking noise when it is on? It seems like it shouldn't make that sound?
1614719
nothing is wrong. that's what it's supposed to do. the light lights up to let you know its on then shuts off. when you catch a mouse the light will flash like every 8 seconds. however if you dont check the trap the light will stop flashing and will begin to smell.
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Hmm that's a good question. It does go "off" if my dog is whining but my dog doesn't seem to stop whining or crying right away. I have only put it the beep mode or the mode that increases if they don't stop so I've never really tested it on one of the shock settings to see if it stops him whining right away. So whining does at least cause the correction to occur.
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I have no idea why yours makes a horrible sound - suggest you send it back for a replacement. It might be the sound of the tail twisting around, that is audible. But the howling laughter overrides that "mechanical" sound. I have 3 - they all sound the same - infectious hysterical laughter.
858385
My first question is why would it be beeping inside? The sound is for the dog to warn them when they get near the perimeter of the line...if they continue to go in that direction, they will be zapped. They learn that no beeping means they are safe.