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  • Asked by Jeff from Mcallen, Tx
    12/01/2017
    Q
    How come my Bug assault isn't killing flys even though I'm within 2 feet of them?
    I've done the foil target practice and I'm dead aim within 3 feet of the target. How come it isn't killing flys when I shoot them no matter how close or far away I am. They are stunned briefly but are back up within minutes BUGGING me again.
    A

    We apologize but are uncertain why the Bug-A-Salt Fly & Bug Salt Gun would not be killing flies. The manufacturer prefers to troubleshoot any issues so we recommend contacting SKELL INC. 310-392-3288.

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    9 of 18 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Michelle from Nsw Australia
    12/04/2023
    Q
    Does the salt come with the guns?
    I bought a Bug a salt 3.00 for my son (his idea not mine), does the salt ammunition come with the gun?
    A
    The Bug-A-Salt Fly & Bug Salt Gun uses regular table salt (not coarse or fine). "Bug A Salt takes about a pinch of salt to create a mini-buckshot effect that knocks flies dead, like a rock salt shotgun on a smaller scale. This bug gun is very simple to operate: simply load the top with table salt, which will give you 50 shots. Then, cock the gun by sliding back the handle. Remove the automatic safety, and the sight should pop up on the top of the gun, indicating the gun is ready to shoot."
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  • Asked by John from Hannibal, Mo.
    11/24/2012
    Q
    Why can't the bug gun be used on dangerous insects. It won't kill them?
    A
    The manufacturer uses this disclaimer so that folks won't run around shooting at hornets nests or bee nests. Also, if you miss or don't get a direct hit, they certainly don't want to be responsible for you getting stung or bitten. We have used the Bug-A Salt around our facility and so far it has killed every insect we tried it on including beetles, house flies, weevils, silverfish, house centipedes and millipedes.
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    146 of 173 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jennifer from Dubuque
    09/06/2018
    Q
    Is it normal for me to be less than a half an inch away and the fly still won't die from the Bug-A-Salt?
    A

    The Bug-A-Salt Gun works optimally at a 3 foot range, so shooting right next to an insect it is actually easier to miss them. You will not get the same spray pattern that you do from a bit farther away. If you are able to get that close, then you can also use a swatter. If you have an ongoing fly problem, then we do have lots of great professional products for a complete treatment. Please see our Fly Treatment Guide for more information.

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    0 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by William from Kahuku
    05/10/2018
    Q
    Any suggestions for using the Bug-A-Salt Fly & Bug Salt Gun in regions where there is high humidity which causes the salt to clump?
    A

    Table salt is the only thing recommended for use in the Bug-A-Salt Fly & Bug Salt Gun and it can unfortunately get clumpy in areas with high hunidity.  One suggestion is to add uncooked rice to the container that you store the salt in so that the rice will absorb moisture from the salt. (Do not put rice in the Bug-A-Salt gun).  You can also remove any build up inside the gun by soaking it in hot water and letting it dry completely before adding salt.  Also, the cartridge will hold enough salt for 50 shots, but you can try only adding salt as needed or ½  amount so that the salt does not sit and gather moisture between uses.  For further suggestions, please contact SKELL INC at 310-392-3288. 

     

     

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    8 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kennybrazell from Oklahoma City
    08/25/2022
    Q
    I have one of the green and yellow guns the plunger broke where can I buy parts I live in Oklahoma City
    I'd like to know if you can get the parts for the yellow and green gun send me an email or call me 405-361-1486 the plunger broke the end off with a spring is I need to buy them parts thank you
    A

    We no longer carry the Bug-A-Salt Fly & Bug Salt Gun. You will need to contact the manufacturer directly so they can assist you.

     
    Bug-A-Salt support:
     310-392-3288
    Monday - Friday, 9AM - 5PM PST
    Contact us via email.
    [email protected].
     

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  • Asked by Kennybrazell from Oklahoma City
    08/25/2022
    Q
    I have one of the green and yellow guns the plunger broke where can I buy parts I live in Oklahoma City
    A
    Unfortunately, we no longer carry the Bug-A-Salt Fly & Bug Salt Gun, and we are unsure of what stores may carry this item locally for you. We would suggest reaching out to the manufacturer directly for more information at 310-392-3288.
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  • Asked by Susan from Beaumont, Tx
    11/30/2017
    Q
    Does the Bug-A-Salt Fly & Bug Salt Gun kill those annoying little green frogs?
    A

    The Bug-A-Salt Fly & Bug Salt Gun is meant to be used for small insects only and will not kill frogs. 

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    3 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Anne from Houston
    01/12/2016
    Q
    Any chance a Bug-A-Salt Fly & Bug Salt Gun would take down a roach?
    A

    The Bug-A-Salt Fly & Bug Salt Gun will take down flies, mosquitoes, and almost any other insect including a roach, but it should not be the only product used for eradication. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Roaches for a successful roach control program.We suggest applying the products in one of our Roach Control Kits.

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    14 of 21 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Debbie from Duncan, Ok
    04/24/2021
    Q
    Can this Bug-A-Salt Fly & Bug Salt Gun be used to scare birds away?
    Each year we have mud martins nesting above our porch. They leave a huge mess of nesting materials and poop right in ftont of our front door.
    A

    The Bug-A-Salt Fly & Bug Salt Gun can only be used for insects.

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    0 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
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