Petsafe Innotek Smart Dog® Rechargeable In-Ground Pet Fencing System - Manual (Page 4)

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not wearing the collar and no one is touching the collar
receiver probes, set the FIELD WIDTH knob to MIN and
slide the transmitter POWER switch into the ON posi-
tion. A green indicator light should illuminate on the
transmitter indicating a properly connected boundary
loop. If the green indicator light does not illuminate,
refer to the Section 8, pg 17 to troubleshoot the instal-
lation.
7. Test the system (See Section 4.H, pg 12 for details)
Make sure no one is touching the collar receiver
probes. Set the transmitter's FIELD WIDTH adjustment
knob to the 9 o'clock position and set the transmitter
POWER switch to the ON position. Attach the test light
to the probes and slowly walk the collar receiver toward
the center of a 50 foot straight section of the boundary
wire with the collar receiver held at the height of your
dog's neck with the probes pointed upward. Listen for
the warning sound and watch for the test light to illumi-
nate. The containment field should extend at least 8 to
12 feet on each side of the wire. To increase the field
width, rotate the FIELD WIDTH adjustment knob clock-
wise and recheck the distance the signal is broadcast-
ing from the wire. To decrease rotate Field Width count-
er clockwise; recheck. Repeat this procedure until you
are satisfied with the width of the stimulation field
throughout the installation.
8. Bury the Boundary Wire and Place Flags (See
Section 4.I, pg 13 for details)
Set the Power switch to OFF and disconnect the AC
adapter. Bury the wire about 3 to 4 inches deep where
the wire first enters the ground near the transmitter and
continue around the path of the loop wire at a depth of
at least 1 inch (you may wish to rent a slit trencher for
this purpose). Be careful you don't nick the wire insu-
lation as you place the wire in the ground. Leave some
slack in the wire to compensate for expansion and con-
traction due to temperature changes. Repeat the test
from Step 7 until you are satisfied with the field width
setting. As you approach the boundary wire, place a
flag at the point where the receiver first detects the
warning sound. Continue placing the flags at 6 to 8 foot
intervals around the entire containment area using this
technique. Don't forget to caulk and seal the interior
and exterior holes you made for the wire to prevent
damage from moisture. You are now ready to proceed
with Sections 5 through 7 for detailed instructions on
using the system and training your dog.
SECTION 1. THE WALL-MOUNT
TRANSMITTER
The wall-mount transmitter is your system's control
center and works with the collar receiver and boundary
wire to keep your dog safely contained within an area
you select. The front cover of the wall transmitter lifts
up to reveal switches that will customize your contain-
ment system (see pg. 5 for diagram).
1. Field Width Adjustment - The FIELD WIDTH knob con-
trols the distance from the wire that your dog will receive the
warning sound and stimulation. With the supplied test light on
the collar receiver, always test this function at multiple loca-
tions in your containment area before putting the collar on
your dog.
2. Field Size - The FIELD SIZE switch allows you to select
the appropriate setting based on the size of your installation.
The SM setting is for properties using 1000 feet of wire or
less. The LG setting is for all installations using over 1000
feet of wire.
3. Stimulation Level Switch (STIM LEVEL) - Positioning the
STIM LEVEL switch to LOW, MED, or HI selects the stimula-
tion level your dog receives as he enters the containment
field. The LOW setting administers a 2-second warning
sound, followed by a low level of stimulation if your dog does
not return to a safe area. The MED setting administers a 2-
second warning sound, followed by a medium level of stimu-
lation if your dog does not return to a safe area. The HI set-
ting delivers an immediate high level of stimulation without
any warning sound prior to the stimulation.
4. Loop Wire Terminals - The containment wires connect to
the wall transmitter through the bottom of the case and slide
into the terminal blocks marked LOOP.
5. Charge Reminder for Collar Receiver - The REMINDER
switch allows you to select a reminder interval of 60 (Labeled
A) or 30 (Labeled B) days or turn the function OFF. The timer
starts when the collar receiver is removed from the charger.
This switch should be set at a time interval that will remind
you to check the collar receiver and verify that it has an ade-
quate charge to contain your dog. You should check the col-
lar receiver for a low battery indication before you put it on
your dog.
6. Power Connection (PWR) - The power for the contain-
ment system is provided by a supplied 24-volt, 400-milliAmp
AC adapter inserted into the power jack.
7. Battery Backup Monitor - If power to the system is inter-
rupted, backup power is provided by installing eight AA
Alkaline batteries (not included) in the holder on the backside
of the transmitter housing. Only use Alkaline batteries. The
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