INVISIBLE FENCE Boundary Plus R23 User manual

Boundary Plus®R23 & MicroLite®
Plus Computer Collar®Units
Owner’s Manual
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Important Precautions
•Invisible Fence®Brand pet containment systems have contained over two million pets. However, there are some precautions
you should take.
• Read and retain manuals: Read the entire Owner’s Manual before using your new Invisible Fence®Brand pet containment
system.
• Adhere to all warnings and cautions contained in any Invisible Fence®Brand manual.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
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.
• Never open a Power Cap® Battery, dispose of it in a fire, recharge it, expose it to heat above 212º F (100º C), or expose its
contents to water. Doing so can cause leakage or explosion and may lead to personal injury.
• Not every pet can be trained to avoid the established boundary. Sometimes even a properly trained pet may cross the
boundary. Therefore, Invisible Fence, Inc., as well as Invisible Fence® Distributors and Dealers, cannot guarantee the system
will, in all cases, keep a customer’s pet within the established boundary. Accordingly, if a customer has reason to believe that
their pet may pose a danger to others, or harm itself, the customer should not rely solely upon the Invisible Fence®Brand pet
containment system to keep the pet from crossing the boundary.
• 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.
Read and follow the important instructions on how to avoid pressure necrosis. Proper t of the Computer Collar® Unit is
important. A Computer Collar® Unit worn for too long or made too tight on the pet’s neck may cause skin damage. Ranging
from redness to pressure ulcers; this condition is commonly known as bedsores.
The following tips will help keep your pet safe and comfortable. Millions of pets are comfortable while they wear stainless steel
posts. Some pets are sensitive to contact pressure. You may nd after some time that your pet is very tolerant of the Computer
Collar® Unit. If so, you may relax some of these precautions. It is important to continue daily checks of the contact area. If
redness or sores are found, discontinue use until the skin has fully healed.
• Avoid leaving the Computer Collar® Unit on the pet for more than 12 hours per day.
• When possible, reposition the Computer Collar® Unit on the pet’s neck every 1 to 2 hours.
• Check the t to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this manual.
• Never connect a leash to the Computer Collar® Unit; it will cause excessive pressure on the contacts.
• When using a separate collar for a leash, don’t put pressure on the Computer Collar® Unit.
• Wash the pet’s neck area and the contacts of the Computer Collar® Unit weekly with a damp cloth.
• Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore.
• If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the Computer Collar® Unit until the skin is healed.
• If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
You may need to trim the hair in the area of the Correction Posts or switch to the longer Correction Posts to ensure consistent
contact. Never shave the pet’s neck; this may lead to a rash or infection.
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
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To prevent an unintended correction:
• The Computer Collar® Unit should not be on your pet when the system is tested.
• Remove the Computer Collar® Unit before making any changes to your system.
• Before placing the Computer Collar® Unit on your pet, test the Boundary Area and Width after any change.
• The use of any power source other than a Power Cap®Battery may cause a Computer Collar® Unit to operate erratically or
fail. The use of unnecessary force may damage the case and render the Power Cap®Battery inoperable.
• Train your pet according to the instructions in the Invisible Fence® Brand training manuals. Complete all steps before
allowing your pet to run free. Do not become overly condent if your pet has become conditioned to the Invisible Fence®
Brand pet containment system sooner than expected.
• Your Invisible Fence® Brand Dealer has professionally installed your pet containment system and ensured it is working
properly. You will want to perform periodic maintenance checks to make sure the system is properly functioning for your
pet’s safe containment.
• Check the Invisible Fence® Brand transmitter periodically to make sure it is operating properly. To do this, simply bring the
Computer Collar® Unit to the edge of the containment eld to verify function.
• The transmitter has visual and audible signals to warn of a system malfunction. The transmitter should be installed where
such signals may be easily seen and heard. If the transmitter is installed by the customer in an enclosed box, or in a place
not readily accessible to the customer, the customer will not benet from the system’s warning functions, for which Invisible
Fence, Inc., as well as Invisible Fence®Distributors and Dealers, assume no responsibility.
• Do not attempt to service any Invisible Fence® Brand equipment. Refer all service to your authorized Invisible Fence®Brand
Dealer. Only your authorized Invisible Fence®Brand Dealer should make adjustments to your pet containment system.
• All Invisible Fence® Brand pet containment systems are designed for domesticated animal use only. Never attempt to use this
product for any purpose not specically described in this manual.
• Use care when mowing, aerating, or trimming your lawn so as not to cut the loop wire.
• If you have any questions about any aspect of your Invisible Fence®Brand pet containment system, call your Invisible Fence®
Brand Dealer immediately.
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Congratulations on your purchase of the world’s premier pet containment solution, the Invisible Fence®
Brand. When professionally installed, the Invisible Fence®Brand pet containment system is backed with
a one-year, money-back performance guarantee. The support of your Invisible Fence®Brand Dealer
gives you peace of mind that your pet remains safe at home. Refer to the back of your sales contract for
complete details.
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Table of Contents
Components .............................................................................................................................................. 5
How the Systems Works............................................................................................................................. 5
Operating Guide........................................................................................................................................ 6
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................... 8
Battery Disposal ........................................................................................................................................ 9
Compliance ............................................................................................................................................... 9
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Components
Owner’s Manual
Boundary Plus® R23
Computer Collar® Unit
MicroLite® Plus
Computer Collar® Unit
Power Cap® Battery
How the System Works
The Boundary Plus® and Microlite® Plus Computer Collar® Units are compatible with Boundary Plus® and 800 Series
Transmitters to contain your pet within areas you choose, or teach your pet to avoid specic areas such as ower beds,
gardens, or pools. The transmitter produces a signal that travels along the signal eld wire and back to the transmitter to
produce an Invisible Boundary®barrier.
When your pet approaches the established boundary, the Computer Collar® Unit generates a tone and correction to remind
your pet of the boundary. With training and praise, your pet will quickly learn to avoid the established boundary.
Definition: A correction is a training term used to describe an action taken to discourage unwanted pet behavior.The Computer
Collar®Unit applies a correction when your pet crosses the boundary of an Invisible Fence®Brand electronic pet containment system.
Corrections are used in combination with rewards to alter unwanted pet behavior.
Your Invisible Fence®Brand pet containment system will only work when:
a. The transformer is connected to the transmitter and to a functional standard electric outlet, via an approved Lightning
Protection Device. All Invisible Fence® Brand pet containment systems must be grounded per the National Electric Code
to be protected against lightning (North American customers only).
b. The transmitter is ON, connected to the signal eld wire, and producing a signal along the entire length of the wire.
c. The signal eld wire is intact, continuous, and the transmitter’s Status Indicator light is blinking blue.
d. The Computer Collar® Unit is correctly tted and worn by your pet. The Computer Collar® Unit must be adjusted so
that both of the correction posts touch your pet’s skin.
e. The Power Cap®Battery in the Computer Collar® Unit is good and correctly installed. See page 6 and 7 for proper Power
Cap®Battery operation.
About Thunder and Electrical Storms: Even though your Invisible Fence®Brand pet containment system is equipped
with a Lightning Protection Device (North American customers only), it is still possible that it may be damaged during a
thunderstorm, or when an electrical storm is in the area. After a storm has ended, check the signal eld width. See page 8 for
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Operating Guide
The Boundary Plus®R23 and MicroLite®Plus
Computer Collar® Units
The Boundary Plus® R23 and MicroLite® Plus Computer Collar® Units are patented microprocessor-controlled devices,
powered by a patented Power Cap®Battery.
ONLY use the post tightening tool to tighten
the stainless steel correction posts. DO NOT
secure the correction posts in the Computer
Collar®Unit with any kind of glue or
adhesive.
Fitting the Computer Collar® Unit
To work properly, the correction posts on the Computer Collar®
Unit must touch your pet’s skin.
1. Position the collar strap high on your pet’s neck with the
Computer Collar® Unit under your pet’s jaw.
2. To avoid having a collar that is too tight on a thick-haired pet,
thin some hair away in order to allow the correction posts to
make contact with the skin. Do not shave the pet’s neck.
3. Tighten the collar strap of the Computer Collar® Unit
appropriately. Adjust the collar strap so it is snug enough to
slide only one nger between a correction post and your pet’s
skin.
4. Adjust the t of the Computer Collar® Unit as necessary as
your pet’s coat, weight, and age change. Your pet’s coat may
change from season to season.
5. Allow your pet to become accustomed to its new Computer
Collar® Unit. The collar must be removed each night during the
rst month of training. This ensures proper t and avoids the
possibility of skin irritation.
6. After training is complete, remove your pet’s Computer Collar®
Unit each night if possible. This will help prevent irritation.
However, if this is not possible, please check the tightness of the
collar each time you feed your pet by removing the collar and
then replacing it back on your pet.
7. The Computer Collar® Unit is waterproof. If the nylon collar
strap becomes wet, it is recommended that it be removed from
your pet and be allowed to air dry before replacing the collar on
your pet’s neck.
Computer Collar®Unit Power Cap®Battery Status
The Computer Collar® Unit monitors Power Cap® Battery status. Each time you insert a Power Cap®Battery into your
Computer Collar® Unit it performs a battery test. The LED status indicator will show a ashing light, indicating power status.
Correction Post
Retaining Strip
Computer
Collar®Unit
LED Status
Indicator
Collar
Strap
Correction Post
Retaining Strip
Computer
Collar®Unit
LED Status
Indicator
Collar
Strap
Boundary Plus®R23 Computer Collar®Unit
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At Start-Up
Color Indicator Status
GREEN 5 ashes Battery strength is good
RED 4 ashes Battery strength is weakening; replace at rst opportunity
NO LIGHT Battery is dead; replace immediately
Should the red LED ash continuously while your pet is wearing the Computer Collar® Unit, the Power Cap® Battery strength
is dangerously low; replace Power Cap®Battery immediately.
Replace your existing Power Cap® Battery with one supplied via your Power Cap® Battery plan, available through your
Invisible Fence® Brand Dealer. If a fresh Power Cap®Battery is not available, contact your Invisible Fence® Brand Dealer for a
replacement. Once a replacement Power Cap® Battery is installed and the signal eld checked (see page 8 for instructions on
checking the signal eld), put the Computer Collar® Unit on your pet. The Invisible Fence®Brand pet containment system is
now ready.
Changing the Power Cap®Battery - Boundary Plus®R23 Computer Collar®
1. Use a small, thin coin to remove the Power Cap® Battery from the Boundary Plus®Computer Collar®
Unit. Insert the coin in the slot on top of the Power Cap®Battery and turn it counter-clockwise. Do
not push down while turning. The Power Cap® Battery will rotate up and out of the Boundary Plus®
Computer Collar® Unit’s battery chamber.
2. Install a new Power Cap® Battery using the following steps:
a. Line up the lugs on the bottom of the Power Cap® Battery with the grooves in the sides of the
Boundary Plus®Computer Collar® Unit’s battery chamber. Make sure the metal tabs on the
bottom of the Power Cap®Battery are not bent.
b. Place the Power Cap® Battery into the chamber while gently, but rmly, turning it clockwise with
your ngers.
c. Use a small, thin coin in the slot on top of the Power Cap®Battery to turn it clockwise until the slot
on the top of the Power Cap® Battery is lined up with the two small raised tabs on the bottom of
the Computer Collar® Unit. Do not over-tighten by turning the slot past the tabs on the Computer
Collar® Unit.
Changing the Power Cap®Battery - MicroLite®Plus Computer Collar®
1. Use a small, thin coin to remove the Power Cap® Battery from the MicroLite® Plus Computer Collar®
Unit. Insert the coin in the slot on top of the Power Cap® Battery and turn it 45 degrees counter-
clockwise. Do not push down while turning. The Power Cap® Battery will rotate while the spring
inside will push the Power Cap® Battery out of the MicroLite® Plus Computer Collar® Unit’s battery
chamber.
2. Install a new Power Cap® Battery using the following steps:
a. Line up the lugs on the bottom of the Power Cap® Battery with the grooves in the sides of the
MicroLite® Plus Computer Collar® Unit’s battery chamber. Make sure the metal tabs on the
bottom of the Power Cap®Battery are not bent.
b. Place the Power Cap® Battery into the chamber while gently, but rmly, turning it clockwise 45
degrees with your ngers.
c. Use a small, thin coin in the slot on top of the Power Cap®Battery to turn it clockwise until the slot
on the top of the Power Cap® Battery is lined up with the two small raised tabs on the bottom of
the Computer Collar® Unit. Do not over-tighten by turning the slot past the tabs on the Computer
Collar® Unit.
On average, the Power Cap® Battery should be changed every 3 months. Low temperatures, the number of times the pet
challenges the pet containment system boundary, and improper collar fit can all reduce Power Cap® Battery life.
The use of any power source other than an Invisible Fence®Brand Power Cap®Battery may cause a Computer Collar®Unit to operate
erratically or fail.The use of unnecessary force may damage the case and render the Power Cap®Battery inoperable. NEVER open a
Power Cap®Battery, dispose of it in fire, recharge it, expose it to heat above 212°F (100°C), or expose its contents to water. Doing so
can cause leakage or explosion and may lead to personal injury.
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Periodic Maintenance Checks
System Device How Often What to Look For
Boundary Plus® R23 & MicroLite®
Plus Computer Collar® Units
Daily • Check Power Cap® Battery status light
• Review chart for status indicators (see page 7)
Signal Field Monthly and after a
thunderstorm
• Verify the signal eld wire is active throughout the
property, see Monthly Signal Field Test below
Monthly Signal Field Test
You should always be aware of your system’s signal eld.
Check the signal eld from only one place on the signal eld loop wire. Always
check the signal eld from the same place. Take the Computer
Collar® Unit off your pet to measure the signal eld.
1. Hold the Invisible Fence®Brand Computer Collar® Unit so it is parallel to the
signal eld wire.
2. Hold the collar so it is about the same height and at the same angle as it will
be when the pet is wearing it.
3. Walk slowly toward the signal eld wire. The Computer Collar® Unit will activate
when you reach the buried signal eld wire. Do NOT touch the correction posts
at this time!
4. Move back into the safe area, raise the Computer Collar® Unit to twice the height
of your pet and repeat Step 3. The Computer Collar® Unit will activate when you
reach the buried signal eld wire.
If the Computer Collar® Unit does not sound a warning tone where the edge of the signal is supposed to be, immediately call
your Invisible Fence® Brand Dealer for service. Use a leash (lead) or other means to contain your pet until all necessary
service has been completed.
Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Cause Action
Pet is getting out. • Power Cap®Battery in the Computer Collar®
Unit is dead or weak.
• Computer Collar® Unit is not tted properly
on the pet.
• Signal eld wire has a break.
• Power is not supplied to the transmitter or
power is out.
• Pet needs additional training.
• Replace the Power Cap®Battery.
•See page 6 for properly tting the collar.
• Make sure transmitter power supply is plugged in.
• Contact your Invisible Fence®Brand Dealer.
• Contact your Invisible Fence® Brand Dealer for
additional pet training.
Pet will not enter
the yard.
• Pet needs additional training. • Contact your Invisible Fence® Brand Dealer for
additional pet training.
Computer
Collar® Unit not
responding to
signal eld (loop)
wire.
• Power Cap®Battery in the Computer Collar®
Unit is dead or weak.
• Signal eld wire has a break.
• Power is not supplied to the transmitter or
power is out.
• Replace the Power Cap®Battery.
• Make sure transmitter power supply is plugged in.
• Contact your Invisible Fence®Brand Dealer to
check signal eld and x break.
Invisible Fence®Brand
Computer Collar®Unit
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Battery Disposal
Separate collection of spent batteries is required in many regions; check the regulations in your area before discarding spent
batteries. Please see page 7 of your manual for instructions on how to remove the battery pack for separate disposal. The
Computer Collar® Unit operates on 1 Lithium (Li-MnO2) battery with a 3 Volt, 160 mAH capacity, replace only with an
equivalent battery that can be obtained from your Invisible Fence®Brand Dealer.
Perchlorate Battery
Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Important Recycling Advice
Please respect the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment regulations in your country. This equipment must
be recycled. If you no longer require this equipment, do not place it in the normal municipal waste system.
Please return it to where it was purchased in order that it can be placed in our recycling system. If this is not
possible, please contact your Invisible Fence®Brand Dealer.
Compliance
US and Canada
MicroLite® Plus Computer Collar®
IC: 2721A-3002516
Boundary Plus®R23 Computer Collar®
IC: 2721A-3003057
FCC ID: KE3-3003057 FCC ID: KE3-3002516
This device complies with Industry Canada rules. 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.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Cet
appareil est conforme à la partie 15 des régles FCC. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil
ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Modification or changes to this equipment not expressly approved by Radio Systems® may void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
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 specific installation. If interference does occur 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 the Computer Collar® Unit.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the Computer Collar® Unit is connected.
• Consult customer care, the dealer, or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Australia
This device complies with the applicable EMC requirements specied by the ACMA (Australian Communications and Media
Authority).

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Notes:
European Union
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with relevant EU Low Voltage and R&TTE Directives. Before using this
equipment outside the EU countries, check with the relevant local R&TTE authority. Unauthorized changes or modications
to the equipment that are not approved by Radio Systems Corporation are in violation of EU R&TTE regulations, could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment, and void the warranty.
This product is in full compliance with the provisions of the R&TTE - Directive 1999/05/EEC. The Declaration of
Conformity can be found at: http://www.invisiblefence.com/international/declarations-of-conformity.asp.
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