essential in-ground fencing system static INSTRUCTION Manual
table of contents IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 KeyWord Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. • This product should be used as a containment system. For use with dogs only. Never use this product for any purpose not specifically described in this manual. • Do not service or install this system during a storm. • Do not install the Base Transmitter where it is exposed to the weather. Do not place the Base Transmitter in an area where temperatures fall below freezing.
KeyWord Definitions • Base Transmitter: Sends the radio signal through the Boundary Wire. • Boundary Flags: A visual aid for the dog. The Boundary Flags will remind the dog where the Boundary Zone is located. • Boundary Zone: The Boundary Zone is the area beyond the Boundary Flags where the dog will receive a Static Correction. The dog will hear a Warning Tone as it approaches the Boundary Zone and will receive a Static Correction if they do not return to the Safe Zone immediately.
DO NOT USE THIS FENCING SYSTEM UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS Product Overview ADJUSTABLE BUCKLE FABRIC COLLAR MAIN CONTROL BUTTON: • On/Off • Correction level adjustment • LED QUICK RELEASE CLASP STAINLESS STEEL PROBES: Correction administering system BATTERY DOOR: Located on bottom of unit for battery installation and removal correction level settings Level Beeps Green LED Light 1 - low 1 short beep 1 flash (repeated 6 times) 2 - medium 2 short beeps 2 flashes (repeated 6 times) 3
POWER INDICATOR: YARD SWITCH: • HI setting recommended for large yards • LO setting recommended for small yards (only the middle LED with light up) • Solid green LED: Base Transmitter ON • Flashing green LED: Connection problem MOUNTING HOLE MOUNTING HOLE Spring-Loaded boundary wire connectors base transmitter (Front) Boundary zone control knob base transmitter (Back) LONG AND SHORT STAINLESS STEEL PROBES Boundary WIRE plastic probes AC Adapter SET OF 50 BOUNDARY FLAGS mounting hardware Wire
HOW IT WORKS The Sunbeam® Essential In-Ground Fencing System is a training aid that helps train your dog to stay within a defined boundary. The System uses a wire to create a Boundary Zone where your dog will receive a Warning Tone and a Static Correction. Flags are arranged along the Boundary Zone to give your dog a visual aid. The area encompassed by the Boundary Flags is the Safe Zone.
• The Boundary Wire should turn corners gradually. Avoid sharp turns as this may cancel out the signal. • If you have more than 1/3 acre of property you will need additional Boundary Wire to expand your main loop. The wire chart will help you determine how many 500 ft. Boundary Wire spools you will need. The chart is based on a single loop layout. There is one 500 ft. Boundary Wire spool included in your kit.
Double Loop Layout This layout allows your dog access to a portion of the yard that you choose. You should lay the two parallel Boundary Wires at least 4 to 5 feet apart to avoid interference and canceling the signal. Double Loop Single Side Boundary Double Loop Layout IMPORTANT: This layout is not recommended unless the property is fenced on the rest of the sides as shown in the diagram. This layout allows you to create a single sided barrier.
SETTING UP THE BASE TRANSMITTER IMPORTANT: The Base Transmitter should be placed in a dry, well ventilated area indoors. Do not place the Base Transmitter in an area where temperatures fall below freezing (fig. 1). Do not place the Base Transmitter within 3 feet of any appliances or large metal objects (fig. 2). AC adaptor is for indoor use only. OFF MAX figure 1 figure 2 The Base Transmitter creates the signal that goes to the Boundary Wire to create the Boundary Zone.
TESTING THE SYSTEM After you have sketched out your layout test the system prior to burying the Boundary Wire. Lay your Boundary Wire following your planned design. Be careful when you lay out the Boundary Wire as any damage will affect the signal strength of the In Ground Fence. • Lay out the Boundary Wire above ground following your planned design. Add about 20% extra Boundary Wire to allow for burying. • Use the supplied Boundary Wire for the areas you do not want your dog to pass.
HOW TO TWIST WIRE Twisting two Boundary Wires together causes the radio signal to cancel out. The Boundary Wire should be twisted 10 to 12 times per foot to cancel the signal. In the areas where you install Twisted Wire you will create a Safe Spot where the dog can walk without being corrected by the Receiver Collar. For example, the wire that connects the Base Transmitter to your outer Boundary Wire should be Twisted Wire and should not warn or correct your dog.
HOW TO SPLICE WIRE If you are using Twisted Wire or additional Boundary Wire to expand your main loop, you will need to splice the wires together. Mark on your plan layout where your wire splices are located for future reference. Your system should not be energized when splicing the wires. • Using a wire stripper, strip about one half inch of the coating from the tips of the Boundary Wire to expose clean, non-corroded Boundary Wire. • Hold the wires together.
INSTALLING THE BOUNDARY WIRE The Boundary Wire is buried to protect it from being damaged. If the Boundary Wire is damaged you risk having gaps where there could be poor signal strength in your In Ground Fence. • Using a shovel, dig a narrow trench along your planned Boundary Zone where you will lay your Boundary Wire. The trench should be about 3 to 6 inches deep. Use a blunt tool such as a wooden paint stick to push the boundary wire into the trench.
CONNECTing & TESTing THE SYSTEM • Use a ruler to measure the distance between the mounting holes on the sides of your Base Transmitter. The Base Transmitter must mount to a stationary surface. • Using the mounting holes on your Base Transmitter as a mounting template, use a level and a ruler to mark on your wall where the screws will go. • Using a Philips head screwdriver mount the Base Transmitter directly into the wall.
SETTING THE BOUNDARY WIDTH The Boundary Zone is the area beyond the Boundary Flags where the dog will receive a Static Correction. The dog will hear a Warning Tone as it approaches the Boundary Zone and will receive a Static Correction if they do not return to the Safe Zone immediately. You should set the Boundary Zone width as wide as possible to give your pet the largest warning and correction zone without reducing the Safe Zone. Initially consider a Boundary Zone width of a minimum of 10 feet.
SETTING UP THE BOUNDARY FLAGS • You must set up the Boundary Flags as a visual aid for your dog. The Boundary Flags will remind your dog where the Boundary Zone is located. • Using the Receiver Collar and Test Light as a guide, begin placing your Boundary Flags at the point where you hear the Warning Tone. Space the Boundary Flags about one to two yards apart in small yards and about ten to fifteen feet apart in large yards.
COLLAR FITTING Proper fit of the Sunbeam® Receiver Collar is essential to establish a good training foundation and optimal performance. Note: Batteries should be installed properly and the Receiver Collar should be in the OFF position before proceeding with fitting the collar to your dog. STEP 1: Ensure dog is in a relaxed position. STEP 2: With the collar clasp open loosen the adjustment buckle such that it can reach completely around your dog’s neck. (fig.
READY TO USE Note: The BATTERY INSTALLATION and COLLAR FITTING steps must be completed before you are ready to use. STEP 1: Holding the main body of the Sunbeam® Receiver Collar in both hands PRESS and HOLD the Control Button for 4 seconds. Note: You will hear one long beep followed by a sequence of short beeps and flashing green LED indicating which correction level is in use. The Receiver Collar will recall the last setting or the default setting (level 1 or low).
TRAINING GUIDE Overview It is important to read this section completely before beginning to train your dog to use the Sunbeam® Essential In-Ground Fencing System. The System is not a solid fence and will not contain your pet as well as a solid fence. Do not allow your dog to run free until the training process is complete. Keep your dog on a leash, tied down, or confined to a separate area until training is complete. Proper training is necessary to achieve the best results.
Recognition Level You will need to test your dog to see which correction level is appropriate for your dog’s temperament. Always begin training with the Receiver Collar on level 1. If your dog does not respond to the Static Correction on level 1 change the setting to level 2. If there is no response from your dog at level 2 change the setting to level 3. This process is explained further in Lesson #2 – Static Correction.
Lesson #2 – Static Correction Lesson #2 is intended to last for up to a week and helps your dog learn to move away from the Boundary Zone on their own after receiving a correction. To achieve the best results, you should again train for 10 to 15 minutes a session three times a day. The objective is to introduce your dog to the Static Correction and teach them where the correction occurs. This will also teach your dog that there is a consequence for moving into the Boundary Zone.
Lesson #3 – Adjusting to Distractions Lesson #3 is intended to teach your dog to stay in the Safe Zone even when there are distractions outside of the Safe Zone. To achieve the best results, you should train for 10 to 15 minutes a session three times a day. This phase of the training may last several days or longer depending on how well your dog responds to distractions while in the Safe Zone. Your dog should again be wearing a non-metallic collar (without tags) that they cannot slip out of.
6. N ow, have the family member slowly walk away from the dog and past the Boundary Flags. The family member should not interact with the dog in any way. a. If your dog does not follow the family member, praise and reward the dog with a treat. b. If your dog moves toward the family member, allow your dog to move toward the Boundary Zone. When your dog receives the Static Correction immediately move your dog away from the Boundary Flags and into the Safe Zone.
Lesson #5 – Unsupervised Freedom 1. Turn on the Base Transmitter. 2. Turn on the Receiver Collar and be sure you are on the appropriate correction level for your dog. 3. Place the Receiver Collar on your dog’s neck. 4. Leave your dog’s sight while your dog is in the Safe Zone. 5. Check on your dog frequently to be sure your dog is staying in the Safe Zone. 6. Gradually increase the amount of time your dog is left alone in the Safe Zone. 7. Turn off the Base Transmitter.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE The Sunbeam® Receiver Collar is weatherproof but is NOT submersible so care must be taken when cleaning.
1 YEAR WARRANTY In the U.S.A. and Canada If you have any questions regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call 1-866-537-2249 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you. Sunbeam Products, Inc.