Summary of Contents for Petsafe Stay + Play Wireless Fence
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stay + play wireless fence ™ receiver collar Model Number operating guide PIF00-12918 Please read thIs eNtIre guIde beFore begINNINg...
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Important Safety Information Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols used in this guide This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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Aggressive dogs can cause severe injury or death to their owners and others. If you are not sure that this product is right for your dog, please talk to your veterinarian or a certified trainer. www.petsafe.net...
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• This PetSafe Stay + Play Wireless Fence ® ™ NOT a solid barrier. The 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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- When using a separate collar for a lead, don’t put pressure on the electronic collar. - Wash the dog’s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth. www.petsafe.net...
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- Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore. - If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed. - If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
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• If you use a collar and leash for training, be sure the extra collar does not put pressure on the contact points. • Never remove power from the system when the collar is on the pet. This may activate the Receiver Collar. www.petsafe.net...
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• 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. • Do not charge your Receiver Collar every night. Charging too often can reduce battery life.
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— essentials that influence memories for a lifetime. 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.
How the System Works The PetSafe Stay + Play Wireless Fence has been proven safe, ® ™ comfortable, and effective for pets over 5 pounds. The system works by transmitting a radio signal up to 105 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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Contact Points: Deliver the safe Static Correction when your pet moves into the Boundary Zone. Contact Point Receiver Charger: Charges the batteries inside the Receiver Collar Receiver Charge Jack: Connection point for charging Receiver battery. Receiver Charge Jack www.petsafe.net...
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Step Charge the Receiver Collar The Receiver Collar Charger is designed to plug into a standard AC wall outlet. The Receiver Collar light will glow red when the Receiver Charger is properly seated into the Receiver Charge Jack. The light will turn green when charging is complete.
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The rubber plug needs to remain attached to the Receiver Collar. Plug the Receiver Charger into the Receiver Charge Jack on the Receiver Collar. The Receiver Charge Jack and Receiver Charger are keyed to fit one way. Do not force it in backwards. www.petsafe.net...
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Step Prepare the Receiver Collar Your Receiver Collar comes with Short Contact Points. Use the Long Contact Points for pets with long or thick hair. Tighten the Contact Points using the Contact Point Wrench (2A). Check tightness weekly. Turning the Receiver Collar ON Press and hold the Mode Button continuously for 5 seconds (2B).
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OFF and all Receiver Indicator Lights will stay OFF indicating that the unit is turned OFF. To extend the time between charging the Receiver Collar, consider turning OFF the Receiver Collar when it is not in use. www.petsafe.net...
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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 every 4-5 seconds to indicate the battery status as shown in the table below.
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Slow blinking Collar battery charge No tone green 100%-60% (every 4-5 seconds) Slow blinking Collar battery charge No tone yellow 60%-20% (every 4-5 seconds) Collar battery charge Slow blinking red No tone 20% or less, charge (every 4-5 seconds) immediately www.petsafe.net...
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Receiver Activation Status Fast pulsating green Warning tone Warning tone (3 flashes per second Tone for Static Correction Fast pulsating red duration of being delivered (3 flashes per second) Static Correction up to 15 seconds Over Correction Protection; Continuous green No tone collar locked for (10 seconds)
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Correction Level 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...
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Function and Response Table Indicator Static Receiver Temperament Light Correction Collar of Pet Response Level Function 1 Red Flash No Static Initial Training Correction, Mode Tone Only 2 Red Flashes Low Static Timid Correction 3 Red Flashes Medium- Timid or Average Low Static Correction 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...
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Step 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. Please read and follow the instructions in this manual.
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• Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore. • If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed. • If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian. www.petsafe.net...
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• For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis, please visit our website. These steps will help keep your pet safe and comfortable. Millions of pets are comfortable while they wear stainless steel contacts. Some pets are sensitive to contact pressure.
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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 (3B). Allow your pet to wear the collar for several minutes then recheck the fit.
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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. www.petsafe.net...
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To Re-Thread the Collar Slide Buckle The slide buckle prevents the collar from becoming loose around your pet’s neck. Ridges The ridges must be facing up; the collar will slip if it is not properly threaded. 1-800-732-2677...
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You may initially need to convince your pet to leave the Pet Area with a food treat and lots of praise. Note: You may also carry your pet out of the Pet Area. www.petsafe.net...
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Care Center at 1-800-732-2677 or visit our website at www.petsafe.net to locate a retailer near you. Will the Stay + Play • No. The Stay + Play Wireless Fence is only ™ Wireless Fence effective on pets who wear the Receiver ™...
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™ aggressive pet? or a certified trainer. Can I use the Stay + • The Stay + Play Wireless Fence can be ™ Play Wireless Fence used as long as the cat can comfortably ™...
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What happens if • The Stay + Play Wireless Fence ™ the power goes designed to recognize power outages and out? shuts down without activating the Receiver Collar. However, if your pet is near the Boundary Zone during the power failure, he may receive a Static Correction.
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• The Receiver Indicator Light acts as a Battery Status Indicator, flashing red every 4 to 5 seconds when battery charging is required. How do I know • Check Battery Status Indicator Lights. the battery in the Receiver Collar is still working? www.petsafe.net...
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What do I do if my • This condition is due to the Contact Points pet’s neck becomes irritating the skin. Discontinue use of red and irritated? the Receiver Collar for a few days. If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
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Battery Status Lights are flashing every 4-5 administering a seconds Static Correction. • Charge Receiver Collar • Check that the Transmitter is plugged into a working 120-volt outlet, the Power Light is on, and the Transmitter controls are set at your desired settings. www.petsafe.net...
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The Receiver • Check that the Transmitter is plugged into Collar is beeping a working standard 120-volt outlet, the everywhere. Power Light is on, and the Transmitter controls are set at your desired settings. • Bring Receiver Collar within 10 feet of the Transmitter to reset.
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The Boundary Zone • This is normal for the electro magnetic field seems to fluctuate. of the Stay + Play Wireless Fence . The field ™ may be affected by surrounding “electronic noise,” which can cause it to fluctuate up to 5%.
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The Receiver Collar • The Receiver Collar activates when it loses activates in the the Transmitter signal. This sometimes middle of the yard. occurs if a large metal object is between the Receiver Collar and Transmitter, if the orientation of the Receiver Collar changes near the Boundary Zone, or if the surrounding “electronic noise”...
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Transmitter goes Collar would no out. With the Receiver Collar within 10 feet longer beep or of the Transmitter, readjust the Boundary correct. Control Dial and reset the Boundary Zone, making sure to turn the dial down slowly. www.petsafe.net...
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My next-door • Your neighbor’s In-Ground Fence signal neighbor has may interfere with the operation of the an In-Ground Receiver Collar preventing activation close Containment to their fence. To minimize the interference, System and the reduce the size of the Pet Area or move the Receiver Collar Transmitter away from the In-Ground Fence does not activate...
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Receiver Collar battery to leak onto your pet’s neck. Please review and follow the important safety information on pages 5-7, and the instructions in Step 3 under the heading “Fit the Receiver Collar” on pages 22-28. www.petsafe.net...
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Test Light Instructions 1. Make sure the Receiver Collar Battery is properly charged. Set the Correction Level to 2 or above. 2. Hold the Test Light Contacts to the Contact Points. 3. Walk toward the Boundary Zone holding the Receiver Collar at your pet’s neck level until the Test Light flashes.
This Product is designed for use with pets where training is desired. The specific temperament of your pet may not work with this Product. If you are unsure whether this is appropriate for your pet, please consult your veterinarian or certified trainer. www.petsafe.net...
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3. No Unlawful or Prohibited 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.
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If this equipment causes harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: www.petsafe.net...
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• Relocate the interfered 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. • Contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
This product has the benefit of a limited manufacturer’s warranty. Details of the warranty applicable to this product and its terms can be found at www.petsafe.net and/or are available by sending a stamped addressed envelope to PetSafe Ltd. Redthorn House, Unit 9, Chorley ®...
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