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- Page 1 Product Manual PIG00-14582 Basic In-Ground Fence ™ Please read this entire product manual before beginning...
- Page 2 If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Hereinafter Radio Systems Corporation, Radio Systems PetSafe Europe Ltd., Radio Systems Australia Pty Ltd. and any other affiliate or brand of Radio Systems Corporation may be referred to collectively as “We” or “Us.”...
- Page 3 • Wire on top of the ground may be a trip hazard. Be careful when placing wires and testing the system. • This product is not a toy. Keep it away from the reach of children. • This PetSafe Basic In-Ground Fence System is NOT a solid barrier.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
• Avoid damaging the insulation of the loop wire; damage may cause areas of weak signal and lead to failure of the boundary. • Use care when mowing or trimming your grass not to cut the loop wire. • Plug the surge protector into a grounded (3-prong) outlet that is within 5 ft. of the fence transmitter. ALWAYS use a grounded (3-prong) outlet to ensure maximum protection. -
Page 5: In The Box
• Non-metallic collar and leash • Staple gun • Electrical tape • Scissors For setup and training help please visit www.petsafe.com. How the System Works The PetSafe Basic In-Ground Fence System allows you to safely keep your pet within the boundary you set. We ™... -
Page 6: Key Definitions
Key Definitions Receiver Collar Fence Transmitter: Transmits the signal through the boundary wire. Receiver Battery Pet Area: The area within the warning zone where your pet can Indicator Light roam freely. Warning Zone: The outer edge of the pet area where your pet’s receiver collar begins to beep, warning him not to go into the static correction zone. -
Page 7: Step 1: Have Your Utilities Marked
ALWAYS use a grounded (3-prong) outlet to ensure maximum protection. • Do not remove the ground prong from the surge protector plug. Do not use a 3-prong plug to 2-prong outlet converter. Doing so will make the surge protector ineffective against surges or spikes. petsafe.com... - Page 8 1. Find a place to install the surge protector and transmitter. There are a few things to consider when choosing an outlet for your surge protector and transmitter: • We recommend using an outlet at least 30 ft. from the breaker box. •...
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Page 9: Step 3: Design Your Boundary Zone
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 alternate layout. petsafe.com... - Page 10 Single or Double Loop Layout The containment area can be created by using either a single boundary wire that is placed around the entire property (3C) or by doubling the boundary wire along the same path (3E). Single Loop Boundary •...
- Page 11 B and so on (B to C to D to E to F). Next, make a U-turn and follow your path all the way back to point A, keeping the wire separated by at least 5 ft. Finally, twist the wires from point A back to the fence transmitter. petsafe.com...
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Page 12: Step 4: Position, Twist And Splice The Boundary Wire
Step 4: Position, Twist and Splice the Boundary Wire Once you have designed your layout, the next step is to position the wire. Hold off on burying the wire until you have tested the system first. • Start with one end of the wire at the transmitter, but do not turn it on yet. -
Page 13: Step 5: Connect The Wires
8. The power light and loop indicator lights should come on. If this does not happen, see the “Troubleshooting” section. Verify that the boundary loop and transmitter wires connect to the proper surge protector terminals. Reversed connections will result in an increased risk of surge related damage. petsafe.com... -
Page 14: Step 6: Prepare The Receiver Collar
Check the tightness weekly. Insert and Remove the Battery Note: Do not install the battery while the receiver collar is on your pet. This receiver collar utilizes a replaceable PetSafe battery (RFA-67D-11). ®... - Page 15 15 seconds. After 15 seconds, the static correction will stop and the green indicator light will stay on for 10 seconds. The receiver collar remains locked out until your pet leaves the static correction zone. petsafe.com...
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Page 16: Step 7: Set The Boundary Width And Test The Receiver Collar
5. Place the test light tool contacts (7A) against the receiver collar contact points (7B). Hold the receiver collar at your pet’s neck height (7C) with the contact points pointing up and the PetSafe logo facing the boundary wire. Slowly walk ®... - Page 17 (7G). If you are satisfied that your system is functioning properly, you are ready to start burying the boundary wire. If the receiver collar did not tone or the test light did not flash, see the troubleshooting section. Pet Area Boundary Wire petsafe.com...
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Page 18: Step 8: Bury The Boundary Wire
Step 8: Bury the Boundary Wire Underground cables can carry high voltage. Have all underground cables marked before you dig to bury your wire. In most areas, this is a free service. Avoid these cables when you dig. Before you begin installing the boundary wire, unplug the fence transmitter. It is recommended to bury the boundary wire to protect it and prevent disabling the system. -
Page 19: Step 9: Place The Boundary Flags
Step 7. 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, which is tone only. Boundary Wire 10 ft. petsafe.com... -
Page 20: Step 10: Fit The Receiver Collar
Step 10: Fit the Receiver Collar • Proper fit of the receiver collar is important. A receiver collar worn for too long or made too tight on the pet’s neck may cause skin damage, ranging from redness to pressure ulcers; this condition is commonly known as bed sores. •... -
Page 21: Training
• While your pet is still learning the boundary, contain him by another means, such as with a pen or a leash. • Be sure to place the collar on your dog’s neck with the PetSafe logo facing up. - Page 22 Days 9–30 Once your pet consistently respects the boundary 1 1D regardless of distractions or temptations, he is ready for the next step: unleashed supervision (11D). Stay close by with a leash at hand. Play with your pet for a while during the first few sessions.
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Page 23: System Test
12. Return the boundary width control knob setting to the position noted earlier. 13. Repeat the boundary width testing from Step 7 on page 16 until you achieve the desired boundary width between 12 and 20 ft. petsafe.com... -
Page 24: Wire Break Location Test
Wire Break Location Test The following lists identify the common locations where wire breaks occur. Please inspect these areas for signs of damage. Wire breaks are commonly found: • At the wire exit point of the house • Where the wire enters the ground from the house, usually caused by string trimmers •... -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
10 ft. 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, move the boundary wire farther away from the neighboring containment system. petsafe.com... -
Page 26: Terms Of Use And Limitation Of Liability
The power and loop indicator • Check that the power adapter is plugged into the fence transmitter. lights are off. • Check that the power adapter is plugged in properly. • If the system is plugged into a RCD or GFCI outlet, check to see if the circuit has been tripped. -
Page 27: Compliance
One Year Non-Transferable Limited 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.com and/or are available by contacting your local Customer Care Center. -
Page 28: Mounting Template
Mounting Template Drill here 3 in. Drill here Radio Systems Corporation 10427 PetSafe Way Knoxville, TN 37932 USA +1 (800) 732-2677 petsafe.com For a list of patents protecting this product, please visit www.radiosystemscorporation.com/patents J400-1751/1 2018 Radio Systems Corporation ©...
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