What does it take to spray this? Is it possible to "lock" it? I'm concerned about the off chance that one of my kids might get ahold of it.
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the mechanism is: you need to slide the "lever" to the middle position, where you can depress it down to release the liquid. I usually check it once in a while to ensure it remains locked and sometimes I found it was sliding to the middle, but not much. And never got an accident. I think better you teach your kid not to attempt it, and in worst case, they will teach themselve a lesson.
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Dear Sara. I bought it for my wife a "coon's age" ago. We've never used it (but I'm sure there is no lock). You just depress the top button to use. Sorry, can't help much.
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The manufacturer sprays it with a bug repellent chemical. Not really needed if the bugs can't get through the net anyways, and personally - I'd rather not have a chemical that close to my nose.
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The spray button locks in a safety position. To spray it you have to turn that and then push down. Easy if intentional. Harder to do by accident. I never have and neither has my 12 year old and I carry on my keys and throw them in my purse. Yes you can turn and press the sprayer button in the case
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There is a easy safety mechanism, in that you have to move the spray lever from the left to the center for it to work. If it was in the hands of a toddler, they could still be at risk. The purpose of the Peeper Spray is to easily defend yourself. I would not recommend leaving it laying around the house but have it in a place for quick access when needed.I hope this helps.DougB
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No the spray does not come with it. As others have suggested, you might want to seal the inside with urethane.
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The flip lock has to be opened up (popped up), and it is very challenging to do with one hand. Then you need to hold it open so that the spray can go straight ahead and not at your feet. The slide lock (only type I will get) just slides one way to lock and one way to unlock. Very easy to do with one hand, and then you are ready to spray. Or walk with it in the armed position if you feel unsafe.
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Did you clip it to the inside of your childs night wear? I found the direct contact with skin worked best for us. Hope this was helpful. Keep using it too. Don't give up!
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Mine has the same issue...haven't found a solution other than to teach the kid how to deal with it. It is such a pain!
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I wouldn't recommend leaving it out for long periods of time, maybe no more then a week. If I know that the kids aren't going to be on it I'll roll it up right after they're done to keep from being lazy about doing it that works for me!
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I prefer the key, I thought about the combination lock but didn't think that it was secure enough from a child playing with the lock and getting lucky. A curious child will eventually figure out the combination. At least with a key I know that as long as it's on me I've got the way in....provided the child/person doesn't have a screwdriver and hammer.
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I'd be inclined to use the spray. Quicker & looks like is as effective. Either will get the job done.
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This is better designed to keep people OUT rather than IN, but a toddler would have some trouble manipulating the lock. I'd say it would be about as effective as a child-proof cap on medicine. It'll keep them out until they figure it out. Try a cheap slide bolt at the top of the door.
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It must be pushed closed. It does have a good locking mechanism that has foiled our 1 year old many times.
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Do you mean "disperse?" I just pour some in it, screw the top back on & press down. It's kind of like an accordian so it puffs out though sometimes it gets stuck & I flip it upside down & then back upright & puff again. D.E. is thicker than baby powder, that's why it gets stuck. Don't breathe it though & don't put it near windowsills or an A/C where it could fly around. Make sure to use the correct gradeof D.E. (NOT pool grade which is toxic but D.E. made for pest control). I mainly used it in the floor boards & right in front of floor boards. Then when I vaccuumed I used a mask cuz I'm sure that stuff probably doesn't all get filtered in the vaccuum cleaner. I think I remember reading or hearing that it absorbs humidity so you have to renew every now & then. I think I did it once a week when I had bed bugs. Jeff White has a video on D.E. & he shows how to use it at bedbugcentral.com. It might even be on YouTube.
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Actually my husband does the spraying and I see him in a fog that looks like smoke. It seems to cling to the shrubs because it takes a very hard rain to lose the effects. wear a mask and long sleeved shirt, it doesn't take long to apply but you really need a shower and throw your clothes directly in the washer because everything in your house will start to stink and nauseate you. This isn't a joke if you have kids or pets or anyone with health issues. Just use basic precautions and you will have good results. You really don't see any bodies alive or dead except maybe some flies around the outside of the house. By the way check for neighbor kids before you start spraying. Actually my husband does the spraying and I see him in a fog that looks like smoke. It seems to cling to the shrubs because it takes a very hard rain to lose the effects. wear a mask and long sleeved shirt, it doesn't take long to apply but you really need a shower and throw your clothes directly in the washer because everything in your house will start to stink and nauseate you. This isn't a joke if you have kids or pets or anyone with health issues. Just use basic precautions and you will have good results. You really don't see any bodies alive or dead except maybe some flies around the... » Read More Actually my husband does the spraying and I see him in a fog that looks like smoke. It seems to cling to the shrubs because it takes a very hard rain to lose the effects. wear a mask and long sleeved shirt, it doesn't take long to apply but you really need a shower and throw your clothes directly in the washer because everything in your house will start to stink and nauseate you. This isn't a joke if you have kids or pets or anyone with health issues. Just use basic precautions and you will have good results. You really don't see any bodies alive or dead except maybe some flies around the outside of the house. By the way check for neighbor kids before you start spraying. « Show Less
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I'm not 100% sure but she used it while my three kids were in house...there wasn't a bad odor from it. And noticed immidate change once applied. If not spray and go for a walk and by the time kids come back it should be fine.
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Apply as the others answered, but don't place where young children or pets will come in contact. It's toxic if ingested.