Petsafe In-Ground Fence™ - Manual (Page 2)

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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.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury.
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 safe use practices not related to personal injury.
• Not for use with aggressive dogs. Do not use this product if your dog is prone to aggressive behavior.
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.
• 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.
• Follow all safety instructions for your power tools. Be sure to always wear your safety goggles.
• Do not install, connect, or remove your system during a lightning storm. If the storm is close enough for you
to hear thunder, it is close enough to create hazardous surges.
• Risk of electric shock. Use the Fence Transmitter and Surge Protector indoors in dry location only.
• Turn off power to outlet before you install or remove your Surge Protector.
• Risk of electrical shock or fire. Use Surge Protector only with a duplex outlet with center screw. Attach unit
with long screw supplied.
• Risk of injury. Wire on top of the ground may be a trip hazard; Use care in how you place your wires.