Havahart CRITTER RIDDER 5277 User manual

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HAVAHART®CRITTER RIDDER®MOTION-ACTIVATED ANIMAL REPELLENT & SPRINKLER
OPERATING MANUAL
PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USING THIS PRODUCT.
1. Product Description
The Critter Ridder®Motion-Activated Repellent drives unwanted animals such as small and large birds, dogs, cats, raccoons and opossums
away from your garden or property. When the built-in sensor detects the animal’s heat and movement within a range of up to 100 feet
(depending on conditions), the jet of water is activated for approximately 5 seconds. Most animals are disturbed by this jet of water and leave
the area immediately.
Sprinkler option: This unit can also be used as a sprinkler unit for watering gardens and lawns. The unit can be set to SPRINKLER for a
continuous spray and be turned OFF by switching the dial.
4. Commissioning
SPRINKLER UNIT INSTALLATION
Screw the sprinkler head onto the thread on the top of the sensor housing. Gently tightening the connection by hand is sufcient in order to
prevent leaks. CAUTION: avoid using excessive force while tightening as this may damage threads and cause leaks. ONLY HAND TIGHTEN
the sprinkler head. Do not use a wrench or other tool to tighten.
VALVE FUNCTION
In order to test the device, turn the sensitivity switch on the back of the sensor housing clockwise to HIGH. Now move your hand across the
front of the motion sensor. A clicking noise should be heard.
That clicking noise is the water valve opening. Another click will be heard approximately 5 seconds later. The second click is the valve closing.
If you heard both clicks, your unit is working properly. If you didn’t hear both clicks, wait 8 seconds and wave your hand in front of the unit again
to make sure it is working properly. If you do not hear any clicks, you need to check your batteries.
METAL SPIKE INSTALLATION
Now thread the metal spike to the pipe and attach it to the bottom of the sensor housing using your hands only to tighten the metal spike
CAUTION: avoid using excessive force while tightening as this may damage threads and cause leaks.
Now insert the metal spike of the device into the soil, ensuring that the sprinkler faces in the directions from which the device is to be activated.
Avoid pushing on the housing unit while doing this to avoid putting pressure on the connections. Push on the pipe and metal spike to get the
unit into the ground. Loosen the soil with a garden spade if the soil in your yard is hard.
SETTINGS
Adjust the sensor sensitivity at the back of the device between the following settings: 1, 2, 3, and 4. The higher the number, the higher
sensitivity. Higher sensitivity settings should be used for small animals such as squirrels or rabbits. Larger animals such as deer can be sensed
with lower sensitivity. If the unit is having false triggers from movement other than animals, the sensitivity should be reduced. You will also nd
settings for OFF and SPRINKLER. SPRINKLER allows you to use this device as a watering sprinkler for your garden or lawn.
Make sure unit is set to OFF before adding batteries. Connect your garden hose to the connector on the metal spike. You do not have to
turn on the water in order to adjust the device. (If the ambient sound level is too high to hear the clicking sound of the valve, you may turn on
the water to test the device). Move in front of the sensor detection range and adjust the sensor sensitivity on the back of the device until the
desired range is achieved. In order to adjust the distance covered by the jet of water, turn the spray distance limiter wheel on the top of the
sprinkler unit. (MIN. < - > MAX.) The jet of water has a maximum range of up to 35 feet, depending on the water pressure.
2. Package Contents
• 1 sprinkler head
• 1 sensor housing
• 1 plastic pipe
• 1 metal spike including water hose connection
• 1 operating manual
3. Power Supply
• Remove the battery cover from the battery compartment.
• Insert 2 new batteries, size ‘AA’, into the battery compartment.
Ensure correct polarity as indicated in the battery compartment.
• Push the battery cover back in place under the unit. Make sure you
hear a click to know the door is properly secure.
NOTICE
Batteries self-discharge during storage. This may mean that the full
capacity is not available at rst use, which can result in a shortened
service life. Furthermore, the recharge capacity of rechargeable
batteries can decrease after extended use. Should the device fail
to function properly, check the voltage of the installed batteries and
replace them if required.
Sprinkler Head
Infrared Sensor
Battery Case/Cover
Optional Quick-Connect
Hose Adapter
Hose Connection
Metal Spike
Sensitivity Knob
Spray Distance
Limiter Wheel
Spray Coverage
Limiters (2)
Metal Toggle

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Metal Toggle
CONNECTING MULTIPLE UNITS
Linking multiple units:
1. Remove hose connection cap and fasten a
hose to the Hose Connection
2. Fasten the other side of the hose to the next Hose Connection
3. Attach the Hose Cap to the end of the line
5. Detection Range of the PIR Motion Detector
The following information on the PIR motion detector serves as a reference.
Variable parameters, such as weather and environment, have an inuence
on the sensitivity of the sensor. This unit works by sensing the targets heat
signature and on very hot days (roughly 95F degrees and higher) the unit may
be less sensitive.
PIR-Sensor:
Detection Angle: Approx. 75 degrees (dependent on the weather and ambient
conditions)
Range: Up to 100 feet (dependent on the weather and ambient conditions)
6. Precautionary Measures
Do not direct the device at neighboring properties or areas with public access.
It is only intended for use on your own private property. The animal deterrent is designed to solve animal problems with free-roaming, stray
animals or animals not on a leash.
Make sure to use only your hands to tighten connectors and the sprinkler head to avoid over tightening, which causes leaking issues. Do not
use a wrench or other tool.
SPRAY COVERAGE LIMITERS
Now you can adjust the sprinkler jet angle by changing the spacing of the spray
coverage limiters. Spread them slightly so that you can turn them more easily.
Position the spray coverage limiters so that the metal toggle works between the
two limiters and the sprinkler faces in the desired direction. The further apart the
spray coverage limiters are, the wider the range covered by the sprinkler. During
operation, the sprinkler head can independently move back and forth between the
spray coverage limiters.
Now turn on the water. The device is ready to use.
7. Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT: Any damage caused by failure to observe the instructions for use voids the warranty.
WOODSTREAM CORPORATION assumes no liability for resulting consequential damages.
• The device may only be operated at the specied voltage.
• Please note that operating or connection errors are beyond the control of Woodstream and that no liability can be assumed for any
resulting consequential damages.
• In any case, verify that the device is suitable for the respective installation location.
• This device is not suitable for use by persons (including children) with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities or with a lack of
experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised and have been instructed in the use of the device by a person responsible
for their safety.
• Children should be supervised in order to ensure that they do not play with the device.
8. Warranty
This warranty, two (2) years from the purchase of the unit, is extended only to the original purchaser/user of product.
Woodstream Corp. warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the warranty period by the original
purchaser/user. For warranty service, please contact our Customer Service at (855) 5-HAVAHART. Please indicate the nature of the defect.
If Woodstream Corp. determines there may be a defect, Woodstream Corp. will issue a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number. The
defective unit or parts must be returned for warranty inspection using the RGA number, when applicable, as identication within (30) days
of return authorization date. DO NOT return products to our factory without our prior consent, as they, as well as C.O.D. shipments will be
refused. Woodstream Corp., at its option, shall replace the unit, or replace the defective part(s) and return such unit to you. Woodstream
Corp.’s sole obligation and your exclusive remedy under this warranty shall be limited to such replacement. Limitations and Exclusions: The
warranty shall not apply to problems arising from normal wear, or failure to adhere to the enclosed instructions. In addition, the foregoing
warranty shall not apply to serial numbered products if the serial number has been removed or defaced; products subject to negligence,
accident, improper operation, maintenance or storage; products damaged by circumstances beyond Woodstream Corp.’s control; or products
modied (including, but not limited to modications through the use of unauthorized parts or attachments) or repaired by anyone other than
Woodstream Corp. or its designer. The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including without
limitation the implied warranties of merchantability and tness for a particular purpose. It shall not extend beyond the duration of the express
warranty provided herein, and the remedy for violations of any warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement of the defective product
pursuant to the terms contained herein. Woodstream Corp. shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages whatsoever. This
warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which may vary based on location.
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FCC
CRITTER RIDDER®MOTION-ACTIVATED ANIMAL REPELLENT & SPRINKLER – 5277
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning: Changes or modications to this device not expressly approved by Woodstream Corporation could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Woodstream Corporation
69 North Locust Street, Lititz, PA 17543
800-800-1819
CANADA ITE
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Spray coverage limiters (2)
Metal toggle hits the spray coverage
limiters then ips the sprayers
direction of travel
Placement of spray
coverage limiters for narrow
range of coverage
Placement of spray
coverage limiters for wide
range of coverage
1. Hose Connection
2. Hose Connection
3. Hose Connection Cap
Metal Toggle