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Additional Information
• The BoundaryWire is buried so that it is not accidentally tripped over or cut. Use care when using a weed eater or when
digging near the BoundaryWire to prevent damage.
• The system should only be used with healthy pets who are over 6 months of age. Contact your veterinarian if you have
concerns about the medical condition of your pet (medication, pregnant, heart conditions, etc.).
• This system is not for vicious or aggressive pets. If your pet may pose a threat to others, DO NOT USETHIS SYSTEM.
If you are unsure if your pet is aggressive, please consult your veterinarian or a certified trainer.
• The PetSafe®In-Ground Fence™is for residential use only.
• The Static Correction will get your pet’s attention, but will not cause harm. It is designed to startle, not to punish.
• Test the Receiver Collar at least once a month to verify it is functioning properly. Check that it activates at the Boundary
Wire. Battery life depends upon how often the Receiver Collar is activated.
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Short LoopTest
The Short LoopTest is a simple test to determine if each component (FenceTransmitter, Receiver Collar and Boundary
Wire) is functioning properly.
1. Disconnect the BoundaryWire and GroundWire.
2. Cut approximately 3 m (10 ft) of unused BoundaryWire and connect it to the BoundaryWireTerminals.
3. Spread the BoundaryWire out into a circle. Set the Boundary Control Switch to B.
4. Set the BoundaryWidth Control knob to 10 and the Static Correction Level to level 2 or above.
5. If the Loop Indicator Light is not lit, then your FenceTransmitter is not functioning properly. Contact the Customer
Care Centre.
6. If the Loop Indicator Light is lit, disconnect one end of the BoundaryWire from the BoundaryWireTerminal.
7. If the loop alarm does not sound, the FenceTransmitter needs to be replaced. Contact the Customer Care Centre.
8. If the loop alarm does sound, plug the BoundaryWire back into the BoundaryWireTerminal.
9. Hold the Receiver Collar next to the 3 m (10 ft) length of BoundaryWire.The Receiver Collar should beep about 0.3 m
(1 ft) away from the BoundaryWire.
10. Hold theTest Light contacts to the Contact Points.TheTest Light should flash when you hold the Receiver Collar close
to the BoundaryWire.
11. If Receiver Collar does not beep and theTest Light does not flash, replace the battery in the Receiver Collar. If it still
does not beep and theTest Light does not flash, contact the Customer Care Centre.
12. If the Receiver Collar beeps, there may be a complete or partial break in the BoundaryWire. See the “To Locate a Break
in the BoundaryWire” section.
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To Locate a Break in the BoundaryWire
Please follow these steps in determining where you have a break in your BoundaryWire:
1. Locate your original splice(s) and verify they have a good, solid connection.
2. Check your yard to determine any possible damage to the BoundaryWire (e.g. recent digging, aerating, rodent
burrowing, or any other noticeable disturbance in your yard next to the BoundaryWire).
If you still cannot find the break in the BoundaryWire, there are two options for locating it:
Option 1: Contact the Customer Care Centre to purchase aWire Break Locator that will locate the break in the BoundaryWire.
Option 2: Follow the procedure below:
1. Unplug the FenceTransmitter.
2. Connect both ends of your twisted BoundaryWire to one BoundaryWireTerminal.
3. Measure and cut aTestWire which is half the length of your total BoundaryWire footage.
4. Connect one end of theTestWire to the other BoundaryWireTerminal.
5. Locate the halfway point of your boundary and cut the BoundaryWire.
6. Splice the other end of theTestWire to either side of your BoundaryWire where you cut it in half.
7. Plug in the FenceTransmitter and check the Loop Indicator Light. If the Loop Indicator
Light is on you can assume the break is in the other half of the BoundaryWire.
8. If the Loop Indicator Light did not come on, you may assume there is a break in this
portion of the BoundaryWire. However, there is a small chance of having more than one
break in your system. Be sure to check both halves of your entire loop.
9. Replace the damaged BoundaryWire with new BoundaryWire.
10. Reconnect the BoundaryWire to the FenceTransmitter.
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11. Check the Loop Indicator Light. If the Loop Indicator Light is on, test the system with the Receiver Collar.