® PetSafe Wireless Pet Containment System ™ Operating and Training Guide A FE PET S H R S S Please read this entire guide before beginning A PP Y OW N E
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A FE PET S H A E R S S Components PP Y OW N Power Adapter Transmitter Long Contact Points Boundary Flags - 50 Test Light W ar ra nt y Operating and Training Guide Warranty Card Receiver Collar w/Short Contact Points Battery (PetSafe® RFA-67) Other Items You May Need • Pliers • Scissors • Lighter • Drill & mounting hardware • Tape measure • Non-metallic collar and leash www.petsafe.
How the System Works The PetSafe Wireless Pet Containment SystemTM has been proven safe, comfortable, and effective for all pets over 8 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. 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.
Operating Guide Important: You may need to move the Transmitter several times before determining the final location. The Transmitter is located at the exact center of the Pet Area. Place the Transmitter: • 2 to 4 feet above the floor. • In a dry, well ventilated, protected area. • In an area where temperatures do not fall below freezing (e.g., garage, basement, shed, closet). • On a non-metal table or mount on a wall (1A). A mounting template is included on the back of this guide.
To Set the Static Correction Level Note:Your receiver collar has been factory-set to Beep Only. Read all steps before attempting to set the Static Correction Level. 1. Remove the clear plastic cover with a coin to expose the Correction Level Button (2F). 2. With the battery installed, press the Correction Level Button and release when the Receiver LED Indicator Light lights up (2G). 3. The Receiver LED Indicator Light will emit a series of flashes representing the Static Correction Level. 4.
One-Person Method Measure the shortest distance from 3D 3B 3C the desired Boundary Zone to the Transmitter. Find the distance on the Transmitter Range Chart below and set the Boundary Switch and Pet Boundary Control Dial. Take the Area Receiver Collar to the Boundary Zone with the Receiver Collar at your pet’s neck height (3B) with logo side facing away from the Transmitter (3C). Boundary Zone Determine where the Receiver Collar begins to beep.
Step 5 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 sure that the battery is not installed in the Receiver Collar. 2. Start with your pet standing comfortably (5A). 3.
Training Guide Be Patient With Your Pet Important: Proper training of your pet is essential to the success of the PetSafe Wireless Pet Containment System™. Read this section completely before beginning to train your pet. Remember that the PetSafe Wireless Pet Containment System™ is not a solid barrier. • Have fun with your pet throughout the training process. Training should be fun, fair, firm and consistent. • Train for 10 to 15 minutes at a time. Don’t try to do too much too quickly.
Steps: 1. Begin by walking your pet on a leash in the Pet Area. Calmly praise and talk to your pet, occasionally giving treats. 2. Move toward the Boundary Flags (1A). 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 Boundary Zone to receive the treat, the receiver collar will begin to beep (1B). As your pet remains in the Boundary Zone, he will receive a mild Static Correction.
• 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. • Have tiny pieces of treats available (hot dogs or lunch meat work well). • Have your pet’s favorite play toy available. • Create distractions to tempt your pet to enter the Boundary Zone, such as: - Have a family member cross from inside the Pet Area to outside of it. - Throw a ball outside of the Pet Area.
Wireless - To - Go Your PetSafe Wireless Pet Containment SystemTM is completely portable. Follow the set-up procedures (steps 1 through 4) wherever you wish to have containment of your pet. Reestablish the Pet Area and mark it with Boundary Flags so your pet knows his Boundary Zone. Note: If setting up in a metal building or vehicle, the maximum size of the Pet Area may be reduced. Be sure to remove the Receiver Collar battery before turning off the Transmitter.
Can I use the Wireless System on an aggressive pet? • We do not recommend using any electronic training devices on aggressive pets. If you are unsure if your dog is aggressive, please consult your veterinarian or a certified trainer. Can I use the Wireless System on a cat? • The Wireless System can be used as long as the cat can comfortably wear the Receiver Collar.
Troubleshooting The Receiver Collar is not beeping when setting up the Boundary Zone. • The beep may be difficult to hear in a noisy environment. • Install Test Light as explained in the “Test Light Instructions” section, and use it to determine the location of Boundary Zone. • Check that the Transmitter is set up according to directions and install a new battery within 5 feet of the Transmitter. The Receiver Collar is not beeping or administering a Static Correction.
Test Light Instructions Important: Remove Test Light before placing Receiver Collar on your pet. 1. Set Receiver Collar to Static Correction Level 4. 2. Remove the battery. 3. Loosen the Contact Points with pliers. 4. Bend the leads around the base of each Contact Point. 5. Hand tighten the Contact Points, making sure that the leads stay in contact with the bases of the Contact Points. 6. Replace the battery. 7. The Test Light will flash in the Boundary Zone if the Receiver Collar is working properly. 8.
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. 171 mm (6.
