PetSafe Stubborn Dog Manual
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1. the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes or modifications not expressly approved by PetSafe could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Caution This PetSafe In Ground Radio Fence is NOT a solid barrier The system is designed to act as a deterrent to remind pets by electric stimulation to remain in the boundary established It is important that you reinforce training with your pet on a regular basis Since the tolerance level to electrical stimulation varies from pet to pet Radio Systems Corporation CANNOT guarantee that the system will in all cases keep a pet within the established boundary Not all pets can be trained to avoid crossing the boundary Therefore if you have reason to believe that your pet may pose a danger to others or harm himself if he is not kept from crossing the boundaries you should NOT rely solely upon the PetSafe In Ground Radio Fence to confine your pet Radio Systems Corporation shall NOT be liable for any property damage economic loss or any consequential damages sustained as a result of any animal crossing the boundary Product Warranty2. Contact Point and your pet s skin e Your pet must be carefully examined daily for any signs of a rash or sore e If a rash or sore is observed discontinue the use of the Receiver Collar for a few days If the condition persists beyond 48 hours see your veterinarian e Your dog s neck and the Contact Points must be washed weekly with a wash cloth and mild hand soap then rinsed thoroughly A condition called Pressure Necrosis which is a devitalization of the skin due to excessive and prolonged contact against the Contact Points may occur if the steps above are not followed To Re Thread the Collar Slide Buckle The slide buckle prevents the collar from becoming loose around your pet s neck The ridges must be facing up the collar will slip if it is not properly threaded www petsafe net 13 14 Training Guide Be Patient With Your Pet Important Proper training of your pet is essential to the success of the PetSafe In Ground Radio Fence Read this section completely before beginning to train your pet Remember that the PetSafe In Ground Radio Fence is not a solid barrier e Have fun with your pet throughout the training process Training should be fun fair firm and consistent e Train for 10 to 15 minutes at a time Don t try to do too much too quickly More frequent short sessions are better than less frequent longer sessions If your pet shows signs of stress slow down the training schedu
3. Please register your product online at www petsafe net All parts are covered under warranty for the life of this product Labor is covered for the first year of ownership Thereafter there is a minimum service charge for the repair or replacement of the product Misuse loss damage by pet or improper use or handling is not covered PetSafe will not pay for loss of time inconvenience loss of use of your product or any incidental or consequential damage Warranty void if product resold Please contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 if you need service or for help in troubleshooting and if needed to arrange a repair for your product a service charge may apply Also please visit our website www petsafe net for Frequently Asked Questions and Troubleshooting Tips www petsafe net 21 Layout Grid Grille de sch ma Cuadricula de dise o Mounting Template Gabarit de se montage Plantilla de instalaci n Drill Here Percez ici Perfore aqu I 3 000 7 62 cm Drill Here Percez ici Perfore aqu ae Radio Systems Corporation A 10427 Electric Avenue i Knoxville TN 37932 1 800 732 2677 www petsafe net 400 875 11 Covered by US patents 5 868 103 6 637 376 and 7 017 524 Other patents pending Copyright 2007 Radio Systems Corporation
4. STAPLE WIRE TO FENCE STAPLE WIRE TO FENCE aana apa LAA HAT x DOUBLE LOOP www petsafe net 11 12 To Cross Hard Surfaces driveways sidewalks etc e Concrete Driveway or Sidewalk 7C Place the Boundary Wire in a convenient expansion joint or create a groove using a circular saw and masonry blade Place the Boundary Wire in the groove and cover with an appropriate patching compound For best results brush away dirt or other debris before patching e Gravel or Dirt Driveway 7D Place the Boundary Wire in a PVC pipe or water hose to protect the Boundary Wire before burying Place the Boundary Flags The Boundary Flags are visual reminders for your pet of where the Warning Zone is located 1 Hold the Receiver Collar at your pet s neck height 2 Walk towards the Warning Zone until the Receiver Collar beeps 8A 3 Place a Boundary Flag in the ground 8B 4 Walk back into the Pet Area until the beeping stops 5 Repeat this process around the Warning Zone until it is marked with Boundary Flags every 10 feet Note If you cannot hear the beep see the Test Light Instructions in Step 6 Fit the Receiver Collar Important The proper fit and placement of your Receiver Collar is important for effective training The Contact Points must have direct contact with your pet s skin on the underside of his neck To assure a proper fit please follow these steps 1 Make
5. Switch on the side of the Fence Transmitter has three settings 6A Setting B is used for most properties The following table will indicate the setting you should use Fup noo B Use the Boundary Width Control knob to set the width of the Warning Zone and Static Correction Zone 6B Set the Boundary Width as wide as possible to give your pet the widest Warning and Static Correction Zones without reducing the Pet Area too much Note The Boundary Width Control knob does not change the Static Correction Level To identify the Warning and Static Correction Zones make sure the Receiver Collar battery is properly installed and the Test Light Contacts are touching the Contact Points 6C 6D Walk toward the Boundary Wire with Contact Points pointing up and holding the Receiver Collar at your pet s neck level 6E until the Receiver Collar beeps 6F Note The Receiver Collar is waterproof which can make the beep hard to hear If the Receiver Collar does not beep at the desired range adjust the Boundary Width Control knob to the desired setting Turning the Boundary Width Control knob clockwise increases the Boundary Width while turning it counterclockwise decreases it 6B Repeat this activity as needed until the Receiver Collar beeps at the desired distance from the Boundary Wire The numbers on the Boundary Width Control knob indicate signal strength and are not representa
6. leash Steps 1 Enter the Pet Area with your pet wearing the Receiver Collar 2 Walk around the yard and play with your pet staying within the Pet Area at all times 3 Preoccupy yourself with another task in the yard while watching your pet 4 Should your pet escape take the Receiver Collar off or turn the system off at the Fence Transmitter and lead him back into the Pet Area Days 15 thru 30 Pet Monitoring Your pet is ready to run Check in on your pet at regular intervals Note After you are satisfied your pet s training is complete remove every other Boundary Flag every 4 days until all flags are removed Save Boundary Flags for future use Taking Your Pet Out of the Pet Area Important Remove the Receiver Collar and leave it in the Pet Area Once your pet learns the Boundary Zone he will be reluctant to cross it for walks or car rides Option 1 Replace the Receiver Collar with a regular collar Put your pet in a car that is within the Pet Area and drive him out of the Pet Area Option 2 Replace the Receiver Collar with a regular collar and leash Walk your pet out of the Pet Area while giving a command such as OK at a specific place of the Boundary Zone the end of your driveway sidewalk etc Always leave the Pet Area with a leash at this place and your pet will associate leaving the Pet Area only on a leash only at this place and only with a person You may initially need to convince your pet to
7. leave the Pet Area with a food treat and lots of praise Note You may also carry your pet out of the Pet Area Congratulations You have now successfully completed the training program 1 800 732 2677 US 1 800 457 3911 Canada Accessories To purchase additional accessories for your PetSafe In Ground Radio Fence contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 or visit our website at www petsafe net to locate a retailer near you www petsafe net 17 Troubleshooting Receiver Collar is not beeping or correcting e Check battery to make sure it is installed properly e Check that both lights are lit on the Fence Transmitter If not perform the Short Loop Test The Receiver Collar is beeping but the pet is not responding to the Static Correction e Make sure the Static Correction Level is set at 2 or above e Test the Receiver Collar with the Test Light If the Test Light flashes check the fit of the Receiver Collar Trim your pet s fur where the Contact Points touch the neck and or switch to the longer Contact Points e Increase the Static Correction Level e Repeat training steps to reinforce training The Receiver Collar has to be held on top of the Boundary Wire to activate e Replace battery e Adjust Boundary Width Control knob clockwise to increase the distance from the Boundary Wire that the Receiver Collar activates You can also adjust the Boundary Control S
8. PetSafe Stubborn Dog In Ground Radio Fence Operating and Training Guide Guide d emploi et de dressage Guia para el uso y el amaestramiento Please read this entire guide before beginning Veuillez lire entierement le guide avant de commencer Por favor lea completamente esta guia antes de comenzar Thank you for choosing PetSafe the best selling brand of electronic training solutions in the world Our mission is to be the most trusted brand in the pet ownership experience We want to ensure your pet s safety by providing you with the tools and techniques to successfully train your pet If you have any questions please contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 or visit our website at www petsafe net To get the most protection out of your limited warranty please register your product within 90 days at www petsafe net By registering you will enjoy the product s full warranty and should you ever need to call the Customer Care Center we will be able to help you faster Additionally you will not have to save your product receipt as registering serves as proof of purchase Most importantly PetSafe will never give or sell your valuable information to anyone Table of Contents Components it didas 3 Other Items You May Did A AAA AAA 3 How the STC Works sarao 4 Key ES METI A EEEO E EE EEEE E ETE OSERE REENE STEES 4 Operating Guide Locate the Fence TAI A A e e e iaa 5 LAFUENTE 5 Sample LaS A A NA 6 Position the B
9. c collar on your pet s neck ABOVE the Receiver Collar and attach a leash Note Be sure the extra collar does not put pressure on the Contact Points e Have tiny pieces of treats that your pet will find desirable available hot dogs or lunch meat work well e Have your pet s favorite play toy available Steps Begin by walking your pet on a leash in the Pet Area Calmly praise and talk to your pet occasionally giving treats 1 2 Move toward the Boundary Flags 10A Keep your mood happy and throw treats to the ground 3 With full control of your pet on a leash toss a treat on the outside edge of the flags As your pet enters the Static Correction Zone to receive the treat he will begin to receive a mild Static Correction 10B The longer your pet remains in the Static Correction Zone the stronger the Static Correction will get Allow him to stay in the Static Correction Zone for 2 seconds then gently help your pet back into the Pet Area 10C Immediately praise and offer him a treat as he enters the Pet Area even if you have helped with the leash Wiggle a Boundary Flag to help your pet understand that the discomfort of the Static Correction happens around the flags 4 Repeat this process at several different Boundary Flags Your pet should start to resist going after the treat in the Static Correction Zone If your pet continues to enter the Static Correction Zone check the fit of his Receiver Collar and allow him 2 3 seconds in the
10. ch The switch to adjust according to the length of Boundary Wire used Boundary Wire Terminals The terminals where the Boundary Wires connect to the Fence Transmitter in order to complete a continuous loop Loop Indicator Light The light that indicates that the Boundary Wire makes a complete loop enabling the signal to be transmitted Boundary Width Control The knob that adjusts the width of the Warning and Static Correction Zones Note Adjusting the knob does not change the level of Static Correction on the Receiver Collar Receiver Collar Fence Transmitter Fence II Static Correction Transmitter ES ES Zone Correction Receiver Level gt Warning Indicator Light Button Terminals Loop Indicator Light ed Washers e Power Light i E Contact Points Boundary Width ontro 4 1 800 732 2677 US 1 800 457 3911 Canada Operating Guide Locate the Fence Transmitter Place the Fence Transmitter e In a dry well ventilated protected area 1A 1B e In an area where temperatures do not fall below freezing e g garage basement shed closet e Secured to a stationary surface using appropriate mounting hardware not included A mounting template is included on the back of this guide e At least 3 feet from large metal objects or appliances as these items may interfere with the signal consistency 1C Once you have mounted the Fence Transmitter the Boundary Wire must exit the building This can be accomplis
11. e Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 The Power Light is on the Loop Indicator Light is off and the Fence Transmitter loop alarm is sounding e Make sure both ends of the Boundary Wire are plugged into Boundary Wire Terminals and that 1 2 inch of the insulation is stripped so that the copper wire is exposed e Perform the Short Loop Test to determine if the Fence Transmitter needs to be replaced or if the Boundary Wire is broken If the Fence Transmitter is functioning properly you have a break in your Boundary Wire See the Locating a Break in the Wire section in this guide 18 1 800 732 2677 US 1 800 457 3911 Canada Additional Information e The Boundary Wire is buried so that it is not accidentally tripped over or cut Use care when using a weed eater or when digging near the Boundary Wire to prevent damage e The system should only be used with healthy pets Contact your veterinarian if you have concerns about the medical condition of your pet medication pregnant heart conditions etc e This system is not for vicious or aggressive pets If your pet may pose a threat to others DO NOT USE THIS SYSTEM If you are unsure if your dog is aggressive please consult your veterinarian or a certified trainer e The PetSafe In Ground Radio Fence is for residential use only e The Static Correction will get your pet s attention but will not cause harm It is designed to startle not to punis
12. h e Test the Receiver Collar every 3 to 6 months Battery life depends upon how often the Receiver Collar is activated Short Loop Test The Short Loop Test is a simple test to determine if each component Fence Transmitter Receiver Collar and Boundary Wire is functioning properly Disconnect the Boundary Wire Cut approximately 10 feet of unused Boundary Wire and connect it to the Boundary Wire Terminals Spread the Boundary Wire out into a circle Set the Boundary Control Switch to B Set the Boundary Width Control knob to 10 and the Static Correction level to 2 or above If the Loop Indicator Light is not lit then your Fence Transmitter is not functioning properly Contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 If the Loop Indicator Light is lit disconnect one end of the Boundary Wire from the Boundary Wire Terminal 7 If the loop alarm does not sound the Fence Transmitter needs to be replaced Contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 8 If the loop alarm does sound plug the Boundary Wire back into the Boundary Wire Terminal 9 Hold the Receiver Collar next to the 10 foot length of Boundary Wire The Receiver Collar should beep about one foot away from the Boundary Wire 10 Hold the Test Light contacts to the Contact Points The Test Light should flash as you hold the Receiver Collar close to the Boundary Wire 11 If Receiver Collar does not beep and the Test Light does not flash replace the battery
13. hed via a window or through a 1 8 hole drilled through the wall Ensure the drill path is clear of any utilities Make sure the Boundary Wire is not cut off or pinched by a window door or garage door as this can damage it over time To prevent fires and electrical hazards install the Fence Transmitter in buildings that are in accordance with state and local electrical codes Lay Out the System Basic Planning Tips e The Boundary Wire MUST start at the Fence Transmitter and make a continuous loop back 2A e Design a layout that is suitable for your yard Sample layouts are provided in this section and a grid for designing your layout is provided on the back of this guide e Fence planning software is available online at www petsafe net After you have planned and saved your layout online contact our Customer Care Center to review and refine your layout e Twisting the Boundary Wire cancels the signal and allows your pet to cross over that area safely Plastic or metal piping will not cancel the signal Twist the Boundary Wire 10 to 12 times per foot to cancel the signal 2A e Always use gradual turns at the corners to produce a more consistent boundary 2B Do not use sharp turns as this will cause gaps in your boundary e Avoid making passageways too narrow for your pet to move about freely e g along the sides of a house The Receiver Collar can be activated inside the house if the Boundary Wire runs along the out
14. in the Receiver Collar If it still does not beep and the Test Light does not flash contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 12 If the Receiver Collar beeps there may be a complete or partial break in the Boundary Wire See the To Locate a Break in the Boundary Wire section OA BWNdw Re fon www petsafe net 19 To Locate a Break in the Boundary Wire Please follow these steps in determining where you have a break in your Boundary Wire 1 Locate your original splice s and verify they have a good solid connection 2 Check your yard to determine any possible damage to the Boundary Wire e g recent digging aerating rodent burrowing or any other noticeable disturbance in your yard next to the Boundary Wire If you still cannot find the break in the Boundary Wire there are two options for locating it Option 1 Contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 to purchase a Wire Break Locator that will locate the break in the Boundary Wire Option 2 Follow the procedure below 1 Unplug the Fence Transmitter 2 Connect both ends of your twisted Boundary Wire to one Boundary Wire Terminal 3 Measure and cut a Test Wire which is half the length of your total Boundary Wire footage 4 Connect one end of Test Wire to the other Boundary Wire Terminal 5 Locate the halfway point of your boundary and cut the Boundary Wire 6 Splice the other end of the Test Wire to either side of your Boundary Wire where
15. ited Use This Product is designed for use with pets only This pet training device is not intended to harm injure or provoke Using this Product in a way that is not intended could result in violation of Federal State or local laws 4 Limitation of Liability In no event shall Radio Systems Corporation be liable for any direct indirect punitive incidental special or consequential damages or any damages whatsoever arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of this Product Buyer assumes all risks and liability from the use of this Product 5 Modification of Terms and Conditions Radio Systems Corporation reserves the right to change the terms conditions and notices under which this Product is offered 20 1 800 732 2677 US 1 800 457 3911 Canada FCC NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on
16. ke Access Front Double Loop From the Fence Transmitter run the wire to A A to B the wire to A A to B B to C C From the Fence Transmitter make a U turn and go to C C to D D to E E to F make a U turn and follow your path all the way back to A keeping the wire separated three to five feet Twist the wire from A back to the Fence Transmitter run the wire to A A to B B back to A keeping the wire separated three to five feet Twist the wire from A back to the Fence Transmitter to D D to E make a U turn and follow your path all the way back to A keeping wire separated three to five feet Twist the wire from A back to the Fence Transmitter 1 800 732 2677 US 1 800 457 3911 Canada Sample 6 2J Wire Loop Attached to Existing Fence Double Loop This layout allows you to include your existing fence as part of your layout and keep your pet from jumping out or digging under your existing fence It reduces the amount of wire which will need to be buried Run the wire from the Fence Transmitter to A A to B B to C C to D D to E E to F make a U turn and follow your path all the way back to A keeping the wire separated three to five feet Twist the wire from A back to the Fence Transmitter See the Install the Boundary Wire section for more information on attaching the wire to a fence Position the Boundary Wire Lay out the Boundary Wire using your proposed boundary and test the system BEFORE burying
17. le add additional days of training or increase the amount of play time with your pet in the Pet Area Common stress signals include Pet pulling on leash toward the house Ears tucked Tail down Body lowered Nervous frantic movement or stiffening of pet s body e Your pet must be completely comfortable near the Boundary Flags at the end of every training session Spend at least 5 minutes of play time at the completion of each session within 10 feet of the Boundary Flags e Finish each training session on a positive note with lots of praise and play e Remove the Receiver Collar after each training session e Be sure to contain your pet by another means during the training period e g pen tie out leash etc e During training if you need to take your pet out of the Pet Area remove the Receiver Collar and either pick your pet up or put him in the car to pass out of the Pet Area e Even if you think your pet is responding well to the training complete the entire training Reinforcement is important Day 1 Boundary Flag Awareness Perform three sessions on day 1 each training session lasting 10 15 minutes Goal To have your pet learn that the Boundary Flags and warning beep and vibration from the Receiver Collar define the new Pet Area Setup e Program the Receiver Collar to level 2 or 3 depending on the size and temperament of your pet and place it on your pet s neck e Put a separate non metalli
18. llar on your pet s neck ABOVE the Receiver Collar and attach a leash Note Be sure the extra collar does not put pressure on the Contact Points e Have tiny pieces of treats available hot dogs or lunch meat work well e Have your pet s favorite play toy available e Create distractions to tempt your pet to enter the Warning and Static Correction Zones such as Have a family member cross from inside the Pet Area to outside of it Throw a ball outside of the Pet Area Have a neighbor walk their pet outside of the Pet Area Steps 1 With full control of your pet on a leash have the distraction presented 2 If your pet does not move toward the distraction praise and offer a treat 3 If your pet does react to the distraction allow him to go into the Static Correction Zone 4 Help your pet back into the Pet Area if he does not turn back after 3 seconds 5 Treat and praise your pet anytime he comes back into the Pet Area with or without help 6 Repeat this process with other distractions Use other family members during this process www petsafe net 15 16 Days 9 thru 14 Unleashed Supervision Training sessions should start at 10 15 minutes gradually increasing to over an hour Your pet is ready for this step only when he clearly avoids the entire Boundary Flag line regardless of any distractions or temptations During this step do not leave your pet unattended Goal To give your pet free run of the Pet Area off the
19. ng splice connection Apply waterproofing compound e g silicone caulk in and around the wire nut or wrap the wires and the wire nuts with electrical tape to prevent moisture from corroding the copper If your splice pulls loose the entire system will fail Make sure your splice is secure T 11 2 SSO www petsafe net 7 Additional Boundary Wire Feet of Wire Needed We recommend the use of 20 gauge insulated multi strand copper 415 wire for direct burial Extra Boundary Wire can be purchased in 500 480 foot spools at the store where you purchased the kit or through the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 Note When adding Boundary Wire it must act as a continuous loop The table at right indicates the approximate length of Boundary Wire needed for a rectangular Single Loop layout Length will vary due to the amount of twisted wire and layout used Connect the Wires to the Fence Transmitter Boundary Wire 4A 1 Run the Boundary Wire to the Fence Transmitter through a window under a door through a crawl space vent or any other appropriate available access You can also drill a hole through your wall 2 Strip the ends of the Boundary Wire approximately one half inch 3 Insert the Boundary Wires into the Boundary Wire Terminals on the Fence Transmitter 4 Turn the Boundary Width Control knob to 10 This will set the Warning Zone at the maximum width ce Boundary Wite 5 Plug the Power Adap
20. olt Alkaline al Battery S Test Light Long Operating and Tool Contact Points Training Guide BATTERY Other Items You May Need Additional wire and flags Part PRFA 500 Tape measure e Small Phillips screwdriver e Drill amp mounting hardware Shovel or lawn edger e Pliers e Wire stripping pliers e Scissors e Lighter e Electrical tape e Additional wire nuts e Waterproofing compound e g silicone caulk e PVC pipe or water hose e Circular saw with masonry blade e Patching compound e Staple gun e Non metallic collar and leash Note For information on professional installation of your new PetSafe In Ground Radio Fence contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 or visit our website at www invisiblefence com www petsafe net 3 How the System Works This PetSafe In Ground Radio Fence has been proven safe comfortable and effective for pets over 8 pounds The system works by producing a radio signal from the Fence Transmitter through up to 2800 feet of Boundary Wire The Boundary Wire is buried or attached to a fixed object to enclose the Pet Area You temporarily define this Pet Area with Boundary Flags for a visual aid in training your pet Your pet wears a Receiver Collar with Contact Points that touch his neck and once trained is allowed to roam freely in the Pet Area When your pet reaches the Warning Zone the Receiver Collar gives a warning beep and vibrates If your pe
21. oundary Wire sarta oi 7 Connect the Wires to the Fence Transmitter aa 8 Prepare the Receiver Colla acid 8 Set the Boundary Width and Test the Receiver Collar rai 10 Install th Boundary Wife sanan 11 Plac the Boundary POS ni AAA 12 Fit th RECEIVED Coll rca ii 12 Training Guide Be Patent With Your PSC unicidad dt 14 Day L Boundary Flag Awareness cdi 14 Days 2 thru 4 Continue Boundary Flag Awareness csscsscceccescsceeceescscesceeeceseaeceeceeseaeees 15 Days 5 nr 8 Distraction Phase aa ROTE DEOS EErEE SS 15 Days 9 thru 14 Unleashed Sper vision osa ne 16 Days 15 thru 30 Pel MOISES 16 Taking Your Pet Out of the Pet Area usos 16 PROCESS TICS AAA A AAA AAN A 17 ve A cesaesnieusentenninns 18 Short Loop TeSt preseron ienen E EE EEEE EAE E E EEEE SEEE nE ENEE EEE EEEE ENEA EESTE OUE SEENEN 19 To Locate a Break in the Boundary Wire sms siria ie 20 Terms or Use and Limitation of LIDIA 20 I AE E AA E E E PE EN E AA OE EAEE NA 21 CAMA A A AAA AAA A AN 21 Product Warranty MAA ESAK EE AE EEEE EEEE EENE EEEN 21 Francaise errer cranes EEE EE EEE E AES EERE EE EEEE ENE culty EEEE T SEEE E ESENES 22 Espano ir ore eon EEEE EEEE EEEO EEEE EEEE ETEO EEEE EEES 42 Layout Gria A ii 64 Mou tne Template erase 64 2 1 800 732 2677 US 1 800 457 3911 Canada Components Boundary Wire 500 ft B Fl Wire Nuts oundary Flags 50 Receiver le Installation and Training DVD English Only Collar w Short Contact Points 9 V
22. re variations 3 Use a blunt tool such as a wooden paint stick to push the Boundary Wire into the trench Be careful not to damage the Boundary Wire To Attach the Boundary Wire to an Existing Fence The Boundary Wire of the PetSafe In Ground Radio Fence can be attached to a chain link fence split rail fence or a wooden privacy fence The Boundary Wire can be attached as high as needed However make sure the Boundary Width is set at a high enough range for the pet to receive the signal If using a Double Loop with an existing fence at least three feet tall run the Boundary Wire on top of the fence and return it on the bottom of the fence to get the three to five foot separation needed e Chain Link Fence 7A Weave Boundary Wire through the links or use plastic quick ties e Wooden Split Rail or Privacy Fence 7A Use staples to attach Boundary Wire Avoid puncturing the insulation of the Boundary Wire e Double Loop with an Existing Fence Run the Boundary Wire on top of the fence and return it on the bottom of the fence to get the three to five foot separation needed e Gate Single Loop 7B Bury the Boundary Wire in the ground across the gate opening Note The signal is still active across the gate Your pet cannot pass through an open gate e Gate Double Loop 7B Bury both Boundary Wires across the gate opening while keeping them three to five feet apart ROI NOON Oooo PI ORO RN Y WEAVE WIRE INTO FENCE
23. side wall of the house If this occurs remove your pet s Receiver Collar before bringing him inside decrease the range using the Boundary Width Control knob or consider an alternative layout www petsafe net 5 Sample Layouts Sample 1 Perimeter Loop Single Loop The Perimeter Loop is the most common layout This will allow your pet to freely and safely roam your entire property 2C It can also protect gardens pools and landscaping 2D Double Loop Sample 2 2E Perimeter Loop Using Existing Fence Single Loop This layout allows you to include your existing fence as part of your layout and keep your pet from jumping out or digging under your existing fence It reduces the amount of wire which will need to be buried From the Fence Transmitter run the wire to A A to B B to C C to D D to E E to A twist the wires from A back to the Fence Transmitter See the Install the Boundary Wire section for more information on attaching the wire to a fence A Double Loop must be used when you are not establishing the Boundary Zone on all sides of your property When using a Double Loop the Boundary Wire must be separated by a minimum of THREE TO FIVE FEET to avoid canceling the signal Remember that a Double Loop will require twice as much wire Sample 3 2F Front or Back Yard Only Double Loop From the Fence Transmitter run Double Loop Sample 4 2G Boundary Only Sample 5 2H La
24. sure that the battery is not installed in the Receiver Collar 2 Start with your pet standing comfortably 9A 3 Center the Contact Points underneath your pet s neck touching the skin If your pet has a long or thick coat use the enclosed long Contact Points to reach through the hair Note It is sometimes necessary to trim the hair around the Contact Points to make sure that contact 1s consistent 1 800 732 2677 US 1 800 457 3911 Canada 4 Check the tightness of the Receiver Collar by inserting one finger between the end of a Contact Point and your pet s neck The fit should be snug but not constricting 9B 5 Allow your pet to wear the collar for several minutes then recheck the fit Check the fit again as your pet becomes more comfortable with the Receiver Collar 6 Trim the collar as follows 9C a Mark the desired length of the Receiver Collar with a pen Allow for growth if your pet is young or grows a thick winter coat b Remove the Receiver Collar from your pet and cut off the excess c Before placing the Receiver Collar back onto your pet seal the edge of the cut collar by applying a flame along the frayed edge Important For comfort safety and effectiveness of product please ensure the following e During the first 2 weeks of training do not use the training device on your pet without direct supervision e Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure by being able to insert one finger between the
25. t continues into the Static Correction Zone a safe Static Correction will be delivered through the Contact Points to get his attention until he returns to the Pet Area Key Definitions Fence Transmitter The device that transmits the radio signal through the Boundary Wire Pet Area The area within the Warning Zone where your pet can roam freely Warning Zone The outer edge of the Pet Area where your pet s Receiver Collar begins to beep and vibrates for 2 seconds warning him not to go into the Static Correction Zone Static Correction Zone The zone beyond the Warning Zone where your pet s Receiver Collar will emit a Static Correction signaling him to return to the Pet Area Boundary Width The combination of the Warning Zone and the Static Correction Zone Receiver Collar The device that receives the radio signal from the Boundary Wire Correction Level Button The button to adjust the level of Static Correction your pet receives in the Static Correction Zone Receiver Indicator Light The light that indicates the level of correction at which the Receiver Collar is set This light also serves as a low battery indicator Contact Points The contacts through which the Receiver Collar delivers the safe Static Correction when your pet moves into the Static Correction Zone Power Jack The jack where the Power Adapter plugs into the Fence Transmitter The Fence Transmitter is powered by a standard 120 volt outlet Boundary Control Swit
26. ter into the Power Jack and a 120 volt outlet A Lita 6 The Power Light and Loop Indicator Lights should come on If this does not f Tight i Power Li happen see the Troubleshooting section pwe ae Boundary Width Control Lightning Protection sold separately You may purchase a Lightning Protection Kit through the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 The Lightning Protection Kit protects the system against surges that travel through the power source and or the Boundary Wire Prepare the Receiver Collar Your Receiver Collar comes with short Contact Points installed Use the long Contact Points for pets with long or thick hair Tighten the Contact Points one quarter to one half turn beyond finger tight 5A Check the tightness weekly To Insert and Remove the Battery Note Do not install the battery while the Collar Receiver is on your pet 1 Remove the screws with a Philips screwdriver 2 Remove the Battery Lid 5B 3 Install a 9 volt alkaline battery 5C 4 Replace the Battery Lid 5C 5 Reinstall the screws Do not over tighten the screws Replacement 9 volt alkaline batteries can be found at many retailers 1 800 732 2677 US 1 800 457 3911 Canada To Set the Correction Level Read all steps before attempting to set the Correction Level Remove the clear plastic cover with a coin to expose the Correction Level Button 5D 2 With the battery installed press the Correction Level Bu
27. the wire or attaching it to an existing fence This will make any layout changes easier Running the Boundary Wire parallel to and within five feet of electrical wires neighboring containment systems telephone wires television or antenna cables or satellite dishes will cause an inconsistent signal If you must cross any of these do so at 90 degree angles perpendicularly If separating the wire by at least five feet from a neighboring containment system s wire does not reduce the inconsistent signal contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 To Twist the Boundary Wire 3A Twisting the Boundary Wire cancels the signal and allows your pet to cross over that area safely Plastic or metal piping will not cancel the signal Twist the Boundary Wire 10 to 12 times per foot to cancel the signal The maximum length of twisted wire is 50 feet To Splice or Repair the Boundary Wire 3B If you need additional Boundary Wire to expand your wire loop you will need to splice the wires together Note the locations of all splices for future reference Most Boundary Wire breaks occur at splices Strip approximately one half inch of insulation off the ends of the Boundary Wires to be spliced Make sure the copper Boundary Wire is not corroded If the Boundary Wire is corroded cut it back to expose clean copper wire Insert the stripped ends into the wire nut and twist the wire nut around the wires Pull on the wires to make sure you have a stro
28. tive of Boundary Width footage If adjusting the Boundary Width Control knob does not give the desired range adjust the Boundary Control Switch to another setting to achieve your desired range If using a Double Loop you may need to increase the separation of the Boundary Wire to achieve desired range The Receiver Collar beeps as a warning tone and ticks when delivering a Static Correction After hearing the beep continue to walk towards the wire The Receiver Collar should tick and the Test Light should flash indicating the Static Correction as you enter the Static Correction Zone 6G A warning tone and the flashing of the Test Light indicate that the Receiver Collar and the system are working properly and that you are ready to start burying the Boundary Wire If the Receiver Collar did not beep or the Test Light did not flash see the Troubleshooting section Note The Boundary Width is broken down into 20 Warning Zone and 80 Static Correction Zone For example a 10 foot Boundary Width would consist of approximately 2 feet Warning Zone and 8 feet Static Correction Zone 1 800 732 2677 US 1 800 457 3911 Canada Install the Boundary Wire To Bury the Boundary Wire Burying the Boundary Wire is recommended to protect it and prevent disabling the system 1 Cut a trench 1 3 inches deep along your planned boundary 2 Place the Boundary Wire into the trench maintaining some slack to allow it to expand and contract with temperatu
29. tton and release when the Receiver LED Indicator Light lights up SE 3 The Receiver LED Indicator Light will emit a series of flashes representing the Correction Level 4 Increase the Correction Level by pressing and releasing the Correction Level Button within 5 seconds of the previous series of flashes 5 After setting the Correction Level replace the cover to protect the Correction Level Button hu The Correction Levels increase in strength from 1 to 5 Pushing the Correction Level Button while the Collar Receiver is on level 5 will cause the Collar Receiver to revert to level 1 Refer to the Function and Response Table to choose the Correction Level that best fits your pet The Collar Receiver is equipped to automatically increase the level of Static Correction the longer your pet remains in the Static Correction Zone if the collar is set at level 2 or above The Receiver LED Indicator Light acts as a low battery indicator flashing every 4 to 5 seconds when replacement is required Function and Response Table Indicator Light Correction Level Collar Receiver Function Temperament of Pet Response 1 Flash Beep and Vibrate No Static Correction A High Static Correction a EAN 4 to 5 seconds Note Begin training with Correction Level 2 and only increase tf your pet does not respond to the Static Correction www petsafe net 9 10 Set the Boundary Width and Test the Receiver Collar The Boundary Control
30. witch to another setting If using a Double Loop make sure Boundary Wires are separated 3 to 5 feet e If the Receiver Collar still has to be held on top of the Boundary Wire perform the Short Loop Test The Receiver Collar activates inside the house e Turn the Boundary Width Control knob counterclockwise to decrease the distance from the Boundary Wire that the Receiver Collar activates e Make sure the Boundary Wire is not running too close to the house The signal can transmit through the walls of your house e Make sure Boundary Wires are twisted from Boundary to the Fence Transmitter I have an inconsistent signal e Make sure Fence Transmitter is at least 3 feet from large metal objects or appliances e Make sure all Boundary Wire turns are gradual e Make sure the Boundary Wire is not running parallel to and within 5 feet of electrical wires neighboring containment systems telephone wires television or antenna cables or satellite dishes If a neighboring containment system may be causing an inconsistent signal contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 to see if a different frequency system will help your situation The Power and Loop Indicator Lights are off e Check that the Power Adapter is plugged into the Fence Transmitter Try plugging into another 120 volt outlet e If the lights still do not come on the Fence Transmitter and or Power Adapter needs to be replaced Contact th
31. you cut it in half 7 Plug in the Fence Transmitter and check the Loop Indicator Light If the Loop Indicator Light is on you can assume the break is in the other half of the Boundary Wire 8 If the Loop Indicator Light did not come on you may assume there is a break in this portion of the Boundary Wire However there is a small chance of having more than one break in your system Be sure to check both halves of your entire loop 9 Replace the damaged Boundary Wire with new Boundary Wire 10 Reconnect the Boundary Wire to the Fence Transmitter 11 Check the Loop Indicator Light If the Loop Indicator Light is on test the system with the Receiver Collar Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability 1 Terms of Use This Product is offered to you conditioned upon your acceptance without modification of the terms conditions and notices contained herein Usage of this Product implies acceptance of all such terms conditions and notices 2 Proper Use This Product is designed for use with pets where training is desired The specific temperament of your pet may not work with this Product We recommend that you not use this Product if your pet is less than 8 pounds or if your pet is aggressive If you are unsure whether this is appropriate for your pet please consult your veterinarian or certified trainer Proper use includes reviewing the entire Guide provided with your Product and any specific Caution statements 3 No Unlawful or Prohib
32. zone before pulling him back to the Pet Area Note Never allow your pet to eat the treat in the Static Correction Zone 1 800 732 2677 US 1 800 457 3911 Canada Days 2 thru 4 Continue Boundary Flag Awareness Perform three sessions per day each lasting 10 15 minutes Goal To train your pet to stay in the Pet Area and respect the boundary while you are outside of it Setup e Program the Receiver Collar to level 3 or 4 depending on the size and temperament of your pet and place it on your pet s neck e Put a separate non metallic collar on your pet s neck ABOVE the Receiver Collar and attach a leash Note Be sure the extra collar does not put pressure on the Contact Points e Have tiny pieces of treats available hot dogs or lunch meat work well e Have your pet s favorite play toy available Steps 1 Repeat steps 1 4 in Phase One 2 Drop the leash leaving your pet in the Pet Area 3 Walk outside the boundary and wiggle the Boundary Flags facing your pet 4 Continue around the entire boundary doing this tossing treats to your pet in the Pet Area and praising him Days 5 thru 8 Distraction Phase Perform three training sessions per day each lasting 10 to 15 minutes Goal To train your pet to stay within the Pet Area with distractions outside of the Pet Area Setup e Program the Receiver Collar to level 3 or 4 depending on the size and temperament of your pet e Put a separate non metallic co
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