🐭Cleaning & Sanitizing Guide

1. Basic Cleaning:
   After catching a mouse, wipe the trap with sand/straw to remove debris, then rinse with water 2-3 times.
   ⚠️ Avoid harsh chemicals—they may damage metal parts!
2. Disinfection:
   ✔️ General Use: Sun-dry for 4-6 hours for UV sterilization.
   ✔️ High-Risk Areas: Wipe with diluted bleach (1:100 ratio) or pour boiling water for 10 minutes.
3. Odor Removal:
   Rub cooking oil on metal parts to mask scent trails and avoid alarming other rodents.

⚠️ Safety Precautions

• While Handling: Wear gloves! Avoid touching sensitive trigger areas.
• Before Storage: Test spring tension—replace faulty parts immediately.
• Homes with Kids/Pets: Lock traps in storage boxes away from play areas.

🌱 Eco-Friendly Disposal & Upcycling

1. Recycling Old Traps:
   ✔️ Metal: Drop at scrap yards for recycling.
   ✔️ Plastic: Check local guidelines for curbside recycling.
2. Creative Upcycling Ideas:
   🔧 Pen Holder: Bend wire mesh into a cylinder + secure base.
   🔧 Phone Stand: Reinforce frame with wooden base—vintage vibes!
   🔧 Garden Art: Spray-paint trap frames and hang mini planters for industrial chic.