Petsafe Stubborn Dog In-Ground Fence™ System - Manual (Page 7)

Testing the receiver
Place the test light on the receiver. Again walk toward the boundary wire until the test light begins to
flash. This will indicate that the receiver and the system are working properly. Remove the test light.
If the test light did not flash, refer to Tips from the Experts to determine why your unit did not function
properly.
Placing the Receiver on Your Dog
When placing the receiver on your dog’s neck, make sure it is positioned where the two contact points are
touching your dog’s skin. If your dog’s hair is so thick that it keeps the contact points from touching your
dog’s skin, you might want to use the longer contact points that are supplied with your system.
Note: The collar is properly positioned when you are able to get one finger between the contact points
and your pet’s skin.
Attention: For comfort, safety and effectiveness of product, please ensure the following:
• During the first 2 days of training, do not use the training device on your dog without direct supervision.
• Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure by being able to insert one finger between the metal contact
point and your dog’s skin.
• The dog must be carefully examined daily for any signs of a rash or sore.
• If a rash or sore is observed, discontinue the use of the collar for a few days.
• If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
• The dog’s neck area and the contact points must be washed weekly with a wash cloth and mild hand
soap, then rinsed thoroughly.
A condition called Pressure Necrosis, which is a devitalization of the skin due to excessive and prolonged
contact against the collar, may occur if the steps above are not followed.
Tips from our Experts
Receiver Tips
Receiver does not respond when approaching the boundary wire
• Are both indicator lights lit on the transmitter?
• Check and/or replace battery in the receiver.
• Use Test Light to verify receiver is activated.
Pet does not seem to be getting a correction
• Check that collar is tight enough and that contact points are touching pet’s neck
• Shave pet’s fur where contact points come in contact with the neck
• Longer contact points may be needed to consistently contact the pet’s skin.
Pet ignores correction and runs through boundary
• Check battery. Weak batteries can weaken the correction.
• Increase boundary width with boundary width control knob
• Repeat training steps to reinforce training with your pet
Interference
Should you notice that when testing your receiver that the boundary range is different from one section of
wire to the next, then there may be interference from:
• A metal object near the transmitter or boundary wire. Remove object or relocate transmitter or wire.
• A similar fence system. Contact Customer Service to exchange your system for one that operates at
a different radio frequency.
Points to remember
• The correction will get your pet’s attention, but will not harm him. The static correction is similar
to what you feel when you have walked across carpeting and touch something metal or electronic. It is
designed to startle, not to punish.
• Multiple dogs can be contained within the Radio Fence. Each one must be wearing a receiver.
• Test the receiver every three to six months. Battery life depends upon how often your pet tests the
boundary.
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