Operating Guide PIF00-15002 Free to Roam Wireless Fence ™ Wireless Collar Please read this entire guide before beginning...
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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.
CAUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in harm to your pet. NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury. www.petsafe.net...
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When batteries are stored or disposed, they must be protected from shorting. Dispose of used batteries properly. • This PetSafe Free to Roam Wireless Fence system is NOT a solid ®...
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NOT rely solely upon the PetSafe Free to Roam Wireless Fence system 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.
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• When using a separate collar for a lead, don’t put pressure on the electronic collar. • Wash your pet’s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth. • Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore. •...
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• Never remove power from the system when the collar is on the pet. This may activate the Receiver Collar. • To prevent an unintended correction, after the Boundary Flags have been placed, be sure to set the Static Correction on the Receiver Collar back to Level 1 tone only. www.petsafe.net...
How the System Works The PetSafe Free to Roam Wireless Fence system has been proven safe, ® ™ comfortable, and effective for pets over 5 pounds. The system works by transmitting a radio signal up to 90 feet in all directions. You temporarily define the Pet Area with Boundary Flags for a visual aid in training your pet.
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Receiver Indicator Light: Indicates the level of correction at which the Receiver Collar is set. This light also serves as a low battery indicator. Contact Points: Deliver the safe Static Correction when your pet moves into the Boundary Zone. Mode Button Receiver Indicator Light Contact Point www.petsafe.net...
. Check tightness weekly. Insert and Remove the Receiver Collar Battery Note: Do not install the battery while the Receiver Collar is on your pet. This Receiver Collar utilizes a replaceable PetSafe battery (RFA-67). ® This unique battery is designed to make battery replacement easier and increase water protection.
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® Contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677 or visit our web site at www.petsafe.net to locate a retailer near you. Risk of explosion if batteries are replaced by an incorrect type. Do not short circuit, mix old and new batteries, dispose of in fire, or expose to water.
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Turn the Receiver Collar ON Press and hold the Mode Button continuously for 5 seconds (1D) The green or red Receiver Indicator Light will turn ON for 5 seconds (1E) to indicate battery status, followed by the red Receiver Indicator Light flashing the Static Correction Level Settings.
Mode Button while the Receiver Collar is on Level 6 will cause the Receiver Collar to revert to Level 1. Refer to the Function and Response Table to choose the Static Correction level that best fits your pet. www.petsafe.net...
Receiver Collar Status Indicators The Receiver Collar Status Indicator Light along with the Receiver Collar Alarm Tone are used to determine the battery status, and the correction type. Refer to the Receiver Collar Status Indicator Table below to understand the status lights and tones for the Receiver Collar. During normal operation, the Receiver Collar Indicator Light will flash for the first 30 seconds after a battery is installed or the receiver is turned on to indicate the battery status as shown in the table below.
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(3 flashes per second) Static Correction 15 seconds Over Correction Continuous green No Tone Protection; collar locked (10 seconds) for 10 seconds Low Battery Status Slow blinking red every No Tone Indicates Low Battery 4 to 5 seconds www.petsafe.net...
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Function and Response Table Static Indicator Light Receiver Temperament Correction Response Collar Function of Pet Level No Static Correction, Initial 1 Red Flash Tone Only Training Mode 2 Red Flashes Low Static Correction Timid Medium-Low Timid or 3 Red Flashes Static Correction Average 4 Red Flashes...
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While the system locks out further Static Correction, the Green light will remain ON for 10 seconds. In the unlikely event that your pet leaves the Pet Area, he will not receive a Static Correction upon return to the Pet Area. www.petsafe.net...
Test Light Instructions 1. Make sure the Receiver Collar battery is properly installed. 2. Set the Correction Level to 2 or above. 3. Hold the Test Light Contacts to the Contact Points (1F). 4. Walk toward the Boundary Zone holding the Receiver collar at your pet’s neck level (1G) until the Test Light flashes (1H).
• When possible reposition the collar on the pet’s neck every 1 to 2 hours. • Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this manual. • Never connect a lead to the electronic collar; it will cause excessive pressure on the contacts. www.petsafe.net...
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• When using a separate collar for a lead, don’t put pressure on the electronic collar. • Wash the pet’s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth. • Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore. •...
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4. Center the Contact Points underneath your pet’s neck, touching the skin. You may need to trim the hair in the area of the Contact Points. Never shave the dog’s neck; this may lead to a rash or infection. www.petsafe.net...
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5. 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 (2B). a. Allow your pet to wear the collar for several minutes then recheck the fit. b.
Re-Thread the Collar The slide buckle prevents the Slide Buckle collar from becoming loose around your pet’s neck. The ridges must be facing up; Ridges the collar will slip if it is not properly threaded. www.petsafe.net...
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.
Remote Training system. Contact the Customer Care that will work with Center at 1-800-732-2677 or visit our website the Wireless system at www.petsafe.net to locate a retailer near you. Receiver Collar? If I have a question about • Contact the Customer Care Center at...
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Frequently Asked Questions Can I use the Wireless • We do not recommend using any electronic training system on an devices on aggressive pets. If you are unsure if your aggressive pet? dog is aggressive, please consult your veterinarian or a certified trainer.
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• Check the Contact Points on the Receiver Collar weekly to make sure they are tight and clean. • Check the fit of the Receiver Collar weekly. • The receiver Indicator Light acts as a low battery indicator, flashing every 4 to 5 seconds when replacement is required. www.petsafe.net...
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Frequently Asked Questions How do I know the • Turn the Receiver Collar OFF and then ON to check battery in the Receiver the battery status. If no lights are observed, the battery Collar is still working? needs to be replaced. •...
• Replace the battery. The Receiver • Check that the Transmitter is plugged into a working Collar tone is standard 120 volt outlet, turned on, the Power Light sounding everywhere. is on, and the Transmitter controls are set at your desired settings. www.petsafe.net...
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Troubleshooting The Receiver Collar • It is recommended to remove the Receiver Collar tone is sounding inside from your pet when indoors to avoid activation of the the house. Receiver Collar. • Make sure the Transmitter is on and set up according to the directions.
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Receiver Collar and Transmitter, if the orientation of the Receiver Collar changes near the Boundary Zone, or if the surrounding “electronic noise” interferes with the signal. If this continues to occur, consider relocating the Transmitter and resetting the Pet Area. www.petsafe.net...
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Troubleshooting The Receiver Collar tone • Make sure the Static Correction Level is set at 2 is sounding but my pet or above. is not responding to the • Test the Receiver Collar with the Test Light. Static Correction. • If the Test Light flashes, check the fit of the Receiver Collar.
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Pet Area or move near their property. the Transmitter away from your neighbor’s system. • Adjust the Pet Area so that the receiver Collar activates for at least 5 feet beyond the reduced Boundary setting when walking towards the neighboring containment system. www.petsafe.net...
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Troubleshooting The Receiver Collar has • Failing to follow the important safety information at the injured my pet’s neck. front of the Operating and Training Guide has caused pressure ulcers. Some descriptions of advanced pressure ulcers describe the sores as looking like burns on the dog’s neck.
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. www.petsafe.net...
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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.
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(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment, not approved by Radio Systems Corporation, could result in not meeting compliance www.petsafe.net...
with FCC regulations and could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. ACMA/Australia This device complies with the applicable EMC requirements specified by the ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority). Customer Care International USA & Canada—Tel: 800-732-2677 Monday – Friday 8 AM – 8 PM / Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM Australia—Tel: 1800 786 608 Monday –...
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...
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details of this Product are as follows: One Year Non-Transferrable Limited Warranty What is covered: Radio Systems Australia Pty Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Radio Systems”) warrants to the original retail purchaser, and not any other purchaser or subsequent owner, that its product, when subject to normal and proper residential use, will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the purchase date.
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To file a claim, a proof of purchase must be provided. Without a proof of purchase, Radio Systems will not repair or replace faulty components. Radio Systems requests the Consumer to contact the Radio Systems Customer Care Centre to obtain a Warranty Return number, prior www.petsafe.net...
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to sending the Product. Failure to do so may delay in the repair or replacement of the Product. If the Product is deemed to be faulty within 30 days from date of original purchase, Radio Systems will organise for a replacement to be sent in advance of returning the faulty Product.
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Should you have any queries or require any further information, please contact our Customer Care Centre on 1800 786 608 (Australia) or 0800 543 054 (New Zealand). www.petsafe.net...
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