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- Page 1 Operating Guide PIG00-11115 YardMax Rechargeable In-Ground Fence ® ™ Please read this entire guide before beginning...
- Page 2 Our products provide you with the tools and technologies to successfully train your pet. If you have any questions about our products or training your pet, please visit our website at www.petsafe.net or contact our Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677. To get the most protection out of your warranty, please register your product within 30 days at www.petsafe.net.
- Page 3 This PetSafe In-Ground Fence system is not a solid barrier. This system is designed to act as a deterrent to remind pets ® ™ by static correction to remain in the boundary established. It is important that you reinforce training with your pet on a regular basis.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Components ............................................5 Other Items You May Need ......................................5 Overview .............................................6 How the System Works ........................................6 YardMax and Traditional Modes ....................................6 Operating Guide .......................................8 Step 1: Have Your Utilities Marked ..................................8 Step 2: Charge the Receiver Collar ..................................8 Step 3: Install the Surge Protector and Transmitter ...............................8 Step 4: Design Your Boundary Zone ................................... -
Page 5: Components
• Pliers • Spade shovel or lawn edger • Wire stripping pliers • Waterproofing compound (e.g. silicone caulk) • Non-metallic collar and leash • PVC pipe or water hose • Circular saw with masonry blade Setup and training help: www.petsafe.net www.petsafe.net... -
Page 6: Overview
Overview The YardMax system allows you to safely keep your pet within the boundary you set. Although the technology has come a long way, we have ® safely used static correction for decades and helped millions of pets live happier, healthier and more active lives. An important thing to note, even before we get started, is that you should always remove the receiver collar from your pet while inside or when the system is not in use. - Page 7 Boundary Wire Static Correction Zone (Infinite Containment Area) Pet Area 30% More Yard Than Traditional Mode Warning Zone Traditional Mode (B) Boundary Wire Exclusion Area Non-Containment Area Pet Area Warning Zone Static Correction Zone Static Correction Zone (Finite Containment Area) www.petsafe.net...
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Page 8: Operating Guide
Operating Guide Step 1: Have Your Utilities Marked Buried Cable 1. Call your utility company to have your utility lines marked. If you have neighbors using an in-ground pet containment system, you 10’ 10’ will want to ask them where the boundary is located. Trust us, you really do not want to skip this step. - Page 9 This will prevent damage to the transmitter due to surges. Power Wire Break YardMax ® Indicator Light Warning Light Mode (Mode A) Mode Power Selection Switch Switch Traditional Loop Wire Mode Power Boundary Jack Terminals (Mode B) Width Dial Red Black www.petsafe.net...
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Page 10: Step 4: Design Your Boundary Zone
Step 4: Design Your Boundary Zone Basic Planning Tips • Always design your layout, position the boundary wire and test the system as outlined in this guide before burying the boundary wire. You do not want to find out after burying the wire that there is a problem with your layout or a loose connection somewhere. - Page 11 Sample 1 (4E) and Sample 2 (4F) layouts may be also be used in Traditional mode. Sample 3 (4G): Perimeter Loop with Exclusion Areas (Single Loop) This layout allows you to keep your pet out of gardens, pools or landscaping within your yard. Sample 3 10 Twists/ft. www.petsafe.net...
- Page 12 Sample 4 (4H): Front Yard or Back Yard Only Sample 4 (Double Loop) From the fence transmitter, run the wire to point A, then to point B and so on (B to C to D to E to F). Next, make a U-turn and follow your 5’...
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Page 13: Step 5: Position, Twist And Splice The Boundary Wire
Note: When adding wire, it must act as a continuous loop. ⁄ The table on the right indicates the approximate length of boundary wire needed for a square, single-loop layout. The length will vary 1180 due to the amount of twisted wire and the layout used. 1870 2800 www.petsafe.net... -
Page 14: Step 6: Connect The Wires
Step 6: Connect the Wires Push Tab Now that the boundary wire has been positioned and spliced, the Down to next step is to connect the wire from inside to the surge protector, and Insert Wire then to the transmitter. 1. -
Page 15: Indicator Light
1, which is 5 red flashes Medium-high tone only. 6 red flashes High Refer to the table “Receiver Collar Status Indicators” on page 29 for a complete guide to all the status lights and tones for the receiver collar. www.petsafe.net... -
Page 16: Step 8: Test The Fence Direction
Step 8: Test the Fence Direction You will want to verify that your fence is transmitting in the right direction Set the dial to contain your pet. You will need to do this test in YardMax mode, ® Mode A to 3 regardless of which mode you plan to use. -
Page 17: Step 9: Test The Receiver Collar
Traditional mode (B). After the adjustment, retest the system. 12. Now that the boundary width is established, set the correction level on the receiver collar to level 1 for training. Pet Area 13. Now it is safe to bury your boundary wire! www.petsafe.net... - Page 18 Test the Receiver Collar—Traditional Mode These steps are very similar to the ones we used in Step 8. Set the dial to 7 1. Set the fence transmitter to Traditional mode (B) and turn the boundary width dial up to 7 (9E). 2.
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Page 19: Step 10: Bury The Boundary Wire
Double Loop • Gate (Double Loop) (10B): Bury both boundary wires across the gate opening while keeping them 5 ft. apart. Follow all safety instructions for your power tools. Be sure to always wear your safety goggles. www.petsafe.net... -
Page 20: Step 11: Place The Boundary Flags
Cross Hard Surfaces (driveways, sidewalks, etc.) • Concrete Driveway or Sidewalk (10C): 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 waterproofing compound. For best results, brush away dirt or other debris before patching. -
Page 21: Step 12: Fit The Receiver Collar
Then with your pet standing, fit the receiver collar snugly onto your pet’s neck so that the contact points make contact with your pet’s skin on the underside of his or her neck. Make sure the PetSafe logo is right-side up (12A). ®... -
Page 22: Training Guide
® ™ section completely before beginning to train your pet. Remember that this PetSafe YardMax Rechargeable In-Ground Fence system is not a solid barrier. • Pets respond to our emotions. You should stay upbeat and have fun with your pet throughout the training process. -
Page 23: Day 1-Tone-Only Training For Boundary Awareness
• Put a separate non-metallic collar on your pet’s neck below the receiver collar and attach a leash. Be sure the extra collar does not put pressure on the contact points. • Have small pieces of your pet’s favorite treats available. • Have your pet’s favorite play toy available. www.petsafe.net... -
Page 24: Days 5 Through 8-Distraction Phase
Steps: 1. Repeat steps 1–3 in Phase 1, this time allowing your pet to stay in the correction zone long enough to be corrected. 2. Observe whether or not your pet seems to feel the correction. A slight change in your pet’s behavior, such as looking around in curiosity, scratching at his collar or flicking his ears, indicates your pet’s recognition level. -
Page 25: Days 9 Through 14-Unleashed Supervision
Note: You may also carry your pet out of the pet area. Congratulations! You have now completed the training program. You are both ready to enjoy more freedom. Just make sure to continue to check the tightness of the receiver collar and remove it when it is not in use. www.petsafe.net... -
Page 26: Advanced Features
Advanced Features Anti-Linger Prevention The Anti-Linger Prevention feature keeps your pet from staying in the warning zone for long periods of time and draining the receiver collar’s rechargeable battery. Your pet will hear a 2-second warning tone when he reaches the warning zone. -
Page 27: System Test
13. Return the boundary width dial and receiver collar settings to the position noted earlier. 14. Set the transmitter mode switch to your original setting—YardMax mode ® (A) or Traditional mode (B). 15. Repeat testing in Step 9 for YardMax mode (page 17) or for Traditional mode (page 18). www.petsafe.net... -
Page 28: Wire Break Location Test
Wire Break Location Test 1 5A The following lists identify the common locations where wire breaks occur. Please inspect these areas for signs of damage. Wire breaks in the twisted pair are commonly found: 1. At the wire exit point of the house 2. -
Page 29: Receiver Collar Status Indicators
Slow blinking green No tone Collar battery charge 100%–60% (every 4 seconds) Slow blinking red+green together No tone Collar battery charge 60%–20% (every 4 seconds) Slow blinking red Collar battery charge 20% or less; No tone (every 4 seconds) Charge immediately www.petsafe.net... -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The receiver collar is not beeping • Make sure the static correction level is set at 2 or above. or correcting. • Charge the receiver collar and go through the ReadyTest startup and ® PerfectFit diagnostic tests. • Check that the fence transmitter power is turned on and the transmitter status light is solid green. - Page 31 Please review and follow the important safety information starting on page 2, and the instructions in Step 12 under the heading “Fit the Receiver Collar” on page 21. www.petsafe.net...
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Page 32: Terms Of Use And Limitation Of Liability
Customer Care Center to receive instructions on proper disposal of the unit. Please do not dispose of the unit in household or municipal waste. For a listing of Customer Care Center telephone numbers in your area, visit our website at www.petsafe.net. 1-800-732-2677... -
Page 33: Warranty
This Product has the benefit of a limited manufacturer’s warranty. Complete details of the warranty applicable to this Product and its terms can be found at www.petsafe.net and/ or are available by contacting your local Customer Care Center. United States and Canada—Radio Systems Corporation, 10427 PetSafe Way, Knoxville, TN 37932 USA Australia/New Zealand—In compliance with the Australian Consumer Law, Warranties Against Defects, effective January 1, 2012,... -
Page 34: Layout Grids
Layout Grids 1-800-732-2677... - Page 35 www.petsafe.net...
- Page 36 Radio Systems Corporation 10427 PetSafe Way Knoxville, TN 37932 1-800-732-2677 www.petsafe.net For a list of patents protecting this product, please visit: http://www.petsafe.net/support/policies-and-terms/patents 400-002/3 2016 Radio Systems Corporation ©...
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