STAYFENCE SPCS-20 User manual

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Pet Containment System Manual
Compatible with Auto Lawn Mowers
Freedom & Safety for your Pet

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Contents
What’s in the Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
How to Set Up Your System
Step 1: Locate the Stayfence transmitter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Step 2: Choosing a layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Step 3: Installing the Stayfence boundary wire . . . . . . . . . . 8
Step 4: Prepare the Stayfence receiver collar . . . . . . . . . . 10
Step 5: Connecting the boundary wire to the Stayfence
transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Step 6: Setting the warning & correction zones on your
transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Step 7: Repairing and adding additional wire . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Step 8: To check that your Stayfence system is setup and
working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Step 9: Fit the Stayfence receiver collar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Training your pet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Taking your pet out of the containment area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Short loop test. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Locating a break in the boundary wire. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Replacement parts available. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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What’s in the Box
1 x 650ft 18 Gauge roll of wire (200m)
2 x gel filled wire joiners
1 x magnet used to change the correction level on receiver
1 x Transmitter
1 x Power transformer
1 x bundle of flags (50pcs)
1 x Receiver collar + CR2 Battery
1 x Test bulb
1 x Instruction Manual

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How to set up your system
Step1: Locate the Stayfence transmitter
The Stayfence Transmitter should be installed:
• In a dry, well ventilated, protected area.
• In an area where temperatures do not fall below freezing that is a
moisture free environment.
Note: The Stayfence transmitter unit is not suitable to be located
outdoors.
•The Stayfence transmitter can be wall mounted or placed on a flat
surface. Most importantly, it should be located in an area out of reach of
children (to avoid setting changes).
•It is also advised not to locate the Stayfence transmitter near large metal
objects, for example refrigerators, and heating systems.
• Once the Stayfence Transmitter is installed, the Stayfence Boundary wire
can exit the building via a window or through a drilled hole in the wall.
Care has to be taken that the wire is not damaged or pinched by a
window, door, or garage door.
• The Stayfence transmitter must be plugged into an approved electrical
outlet.
Step 2: Choosing a layout
Choose the best suited layout for your property and lay out the
Stayfence boundary wire. Check that the system is working correctly,
BEFORE burying the wire or attaching it to an existing fence. Treat the
wire carefully as even small damages can diminish the signal
performance.
Running the Stayfence boundary wire parallel to and within 5ft (1.5m)
of electrical wires, neighboring containment systems, telephone wires,
television or antenna cables, or satellite dishes may cause an
inconsistent signal.

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•At all times, the boundary wire must complete a full loop by starting and
ending at the fence transmitter (2A).page 6
•Design a layout that is suitable for your garden.
•At corners, use gradual turns instead of sharp turns which may cause
disruption of the signal (2A).page 6
•With a double loop layout, ensure that the wires are at least 5ft (1.5m
apart), (2D).page 6
Avoid creating areas that are too narrow for your pet to move about
freely.
•It is possible that the Stayfence receiver collar may be activated inside
the house if the boundary wire runs along the outside wall of the house. In
this case, remove your pet’s Stayfence receiver collar before bringing him
inside and decrease the range using the boundary or consider an
alternative layout.
Twisting the Stayfence Boundary Wire
transmitter box running to the boundary wire or when creating a separate
boundary around a small area, for example a vegetable patch or a
pond (2B). You cannot twist the wire along the main boundary wire (it will
have no effect).
In order to create an area
where it is safe for your pet to
cross over, you have to twist
the outgoing wire around
the returning wire.
Note: This is only possible
emerging from the Stayfence

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Sample Layouts
Normal Layout
Double Loop Layout

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Boundary Wire at Existing Fence
Front Boundary with Double Loop

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Step 3: Installing the Stayfence Boundary Wire
The Stayfence boundary wire can be buried up to 2 inches (5 cm)
below ground. Or can be as high as 3ft (1m) over ground.
Basic Planning Tips:
Warning: When deciding to bury the boundary wire, care has to be taken
that digging does not interfere with other buried power, telephone, or
electrical cables in the vicinity. Many underground cables carry
high voltage and digging into them, or laying your boundary wire on
them, may lead to hazard from shock or electrocution. It is advised to
consult with the local utility company regarding the location of
underground lines.
To Bury the Stayfence Boundary Wire
Burying the boundary wire will help to protect it from possible damage
that could distort the radio signal.
1. Break the ground with the edge of a spade to bury the wire.
2. Place the boundary wire around 2 inches (5cm) deep into the
broken ground, using a blunt tool such as a wooden paint stick to prevent
possible damage to the boundary wires insulation coating. Leave some
slack to allow for possible expansion and contraction with temperature
variations.

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To Attach the Stayfence Boundary Wire to an Existing Fence
The boundary wire can be attached to a chain link fence or wooden
fences. When attaching the wire to the fence, ensure that the boundary
width is set at a high enough range for the pet to receive the signal. If
using a double loop with an existing fence, run the boundary wire on
top of the fence and return it on the bottom of the fence to obtain
the required separation of 1 to 2 meters (3 to 6ft).
• Chain Link Fence: Weave
boundary wire through the links or
use plastic quick ties.
• Wooden Split Rail or Privacy
Fence: Staples can be used to
attach the boundary wire,
nevertheless, be careful not to
puncture the insulation of the
boundary wire.
• Double Loop with an Existing
Fence: Run the boundary wire on
top of the fence and return it on the
bottom of the fence to get the
three to five foot separation
needed.
•Gate (Single Loop): The boundary wire should be buried in the ground
across the gate opening. Note: The signal is still active across the gate.
Your pet cannot pass through an open gate.
To Cross Hard Surfaces (driveways, sidewalks, etc.)
• Concrete Driveway or sidewalk: Use an expansion joint or create a
groove using a circular saw and masonry blade to place the boundary wire
in. When placed in the groove, the boundary wire should be covered with
an appropriate waterproofing compound (silicone).
• Gravel or Dirt Driveway:
For protection, the boundary wire can be placed in a PVC pipe or water
garden hose before burying.

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Step 4: Prepare the Stayfence Receiver collar
Your Stayfence receiver collar comes with short contact points for very
short haired pets and long contact points for pets with medium & long or
thick hair pets.
Tighten the contact points one half turn beyond finger tight. Check
the tightness periodically.
To Insert and Remove the Battery
The collar uses a simple 3 volt CR-2 battery. To purchase
individual batteries please refer to our website. www.stayfence.ie, or
your point of purchase. To install the battery remove the circular silver
cap using a coin. Insert the battery with the + (positive) side facing
upwards towards the silver cap which the then screw back into position,
as in picture below.
The estimated life expectancy of the battery is between 4 to 6 months.

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Setting the static correction level
All StayFence recievers come preset to level one from our factory
We recommend you try level one first as it works with many dogs
•With the battery installed in the receiver collar, use the magnet to
verify the correction level. Hold the magnet to the white circle on
the side of receiver and then remove it. It should beep once for
level one.
•To increase or change levels on the receiver, of which they are
three levels, simply hold the magnet to the white circle and keep
it against the circle. The receiver will move through the three
levels , one beep level one, two beeps level two, three beeps level
three, then remove the magnet at the desired level.
•Remember to check the current level. HOLD AND REMOVE
MAGNET and then count the beeps .
•See correction level chart on page 12
Battery Check Tip:
Check the battery periodically to ensure the collar is working, if you
need to change battery, purchase and use a 3 volt CR-2 battery.

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The Stayfence receiver collar is equipped to automatically increase the
level of static correction the longer your pet remains in the static
correction zone.
Indicator
Beep
Static
Correction
Level
Receiver Collar
Function
Temperament
of Pet
1 Beep
1
Low Static
Correction
Placid/calm/
timid
2 Beep
2
Medium Static
Correction
Normal/Regular
3 Beep
3
High Static
Correction
High Energy/
Stubborn
KEEP
USEFUL
NOTES
HERE

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Step 5: Connecting the Stayfence Boundary Wire to
the Stayfence transmitter.
1. Identify the large green 2 holed block connector. (Picture 1)
2. Gently remove this block from the transmitter. (Picture 2)
3. Strip the end of the boundary wire to expose the copper core. (Picture 3)
4. Insert one wire end into each hole and use a small flathead
screwdriver to tighten the wire into the connector block. (Picture 4)
5. Once that is done check that the wires cannot come out of the block
connector.
6. Finally when done reinsert the connector block back into the original
position in the transmitter. (Picture 5)

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Step 6: Set up the warning and correction
zones on your transmitter:
Plug the transmitter in an electrical outlet and press the power
button to POWER ON your transmitter, the LCD screen display will
then be visible (Picture A) above.
Then press the ‘’P’’ button (Picture B) above, and note the symbol
in the top right corner of the LCD screen and make sure the
symbol is directly over the letter 'M' on the screen (Picture C). This
is the warning zone symbol. To move the symbol you may need
to press "p" again.
Once you have selected the warning zone symbol use the
down/up buttons to set the warning zone (Picture D) above. We
recommend selecting a warning zone of 2.0m (6ft). You may
choose different settings if you wish.

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Well done you have reached the next step. The warning zone has
been set, now set the correction zone.
Press the ‘’p’’ button (Picture B) again and note that the symbol
in the top right corner of the LCD screen will now change from
the warning zone symbol to the correction zone symbol, it will
have the zig /zag line in it and will be above the letter M slightly
to the right (Picture E).
Once you have selected the correction zone symbol use the
down/up buttons to set the correction zone (Picture D).
We recommend selecting a correction zone of 1.5m (5ft).
You may choose different settings if you wish.
The two zones on your transmitter have now been set.

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Step 7: Repairing and adding additional wire
To Splice or Repair the Stayfence Boundary Wire
•When expanding or repairing the existing boundary wire, the wires have
to be spliced together.
Note:Remember the locations of all splices for future reference.
•It is not necessary to expose copper core just insert both ends into
connector.
•Insert the ends of the wire into the wire connector (3A,1).
•Use pliers to push down the round, RAISED part on the wire connector
as far as possible (3A, 2).
Note: Pliers should be used to push down fully the RAISED part of the
wire connectors to ensure that the wire insulation is pierced so the radio
signal can run through the connector.
•Gel inside the connector is released which insulates it and makes it
waterproof. Ensure that the splice is not loose as this will result in a failure
of the system. The connector is suitable for underground and above
ground use ( For additional gel-filled wire connectors ) please refer to our
website. www.stayfence.ie (or your point of purchase).

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Step 8: To check that your Stayfence system is
setup and working.
Our Stayfence containment systems use an AUTOTUNE
technology. This new technology is exclusive to Stayfence
products. It allows the Stayfence transmitter to automatically
detect the length of wire used to surround your garden.
For the warning and correction zones: we would recommend setting
your transmitter settings as follows. Set your warning distance zone to 2m
(6ft) and your correction zone to 1.5m (5ft).
For the receiver collar: We would recommend setting your receiver to the
lowest level (1 beep), as the collar has progressive correction levels,
should your dog not react to the set level, the levels will increase
automatically, once the dog retreats back into the safe zone the receiver
collar will then revert back to the set level.
Note: Only use the Test Light to test your receiver collar.
And remember to remove the Test Light before putting the receiver
collar back on your dog, as not doing so will cancel the correction when
the receiver is put back on your dog.

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Testing and installing boundary
flags
The boundary flags gives your pet a visual
boundary and is very important part of
training. Keep your pet indoors and
don’t let them be involved in installing
the flags.
•Place the test light onto to the
contact points, holding the collar at
the approximate height of your dogs
neck.
•Walk in towards the boundary until
the receiver collar beeps,Note the
Stayfence receiver is a sealed unit
and might be hard to hear for
humans this will not be the case
for your dog
Note: The Stayfence Receiver Collar is waterproof, which can make the
beep hard to hear (not to worry your pet's hearing is 10 times better
than ours).
Test Bulb & Magnet Storage Tip.When you are finished using
the test bulb and magnet, why not attach them to one of the boundary
wires at the base of your transmitter. This will help you to keep them at
hand for the next time you will need them. (Picture A1, Page 17)
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•Place a boundary flag in the ground.
•Then quickly walk back/away from boundary move 12ft to 15ft along
the boundary and repeat the process as seen in pic 6A
Please Note: Do not walk parallel to the boundary or stay to long in the
correction zone or the collars safety setting will time out and collar will
appear not to work ( if this should happen take the receiver away from
boundary area for 5 mins to allow it to reset).

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Step 9: Fit the Stayfence Receiver Collar
Important: The proper fit and placement of your Stayfence receiver
collar is important for effective
training. The contact points must
have direct contact with your pet’s
skin on the underside of his neck.
To fit the collar correctly, place the
receiver collar around your dog’s neck
WITHOUT the battery in it.
Note: It is sometimes necessary to trim the hair around the Contact
Points to make sure that contact is consistent.
Check the tightness of the Stayfence receiver collar:
1. The aim is be able to get the top of your index finger between
the tip of the contact point and your dog’s neck with little
difficulty, if you can’t, it’s too tight and if you can pass your finger over
without any difficulty it’s too loose.
2. Once satisfied with the fit of the receiver collar, trim any excess
nylon strapping, sealing the cut edge with a small flame. Remember to
check and adjust collar size every week if your pet is still growing and
also allow for some breeds thick winter coat.

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Training Your Pet
Step 1: By now you have already put up your boundary flags, if not
this is one of the most important parts to training your pet. Keep your
pet away while installing the flags its important that he sees them for
the first time when you ready to begin training. The flags need to be
about 10 to 15 ft apart. Use all the flags supplied. You can remove
them in about one or two weeks.
Step 2: Attach your StayFence collar on your dog. While on a lead,
take you dog outside. This should be the first time your dog has
seen the boundary flags. He will be interested in these. Slowly walk
your dog towards them and let him investigate the flags. Once you
approach the flags your dog will hear the warning beep and then
receive the static correction at this point. When he reacts to the
static correction, walk him back/away from the boundary, praise and
pet him to reassure him everything is OK. Depending on the
reaction you can repeat this in another location or take a 20min
break, you will probably find your pet will not want to approach the
flags again and for some smart dogs they will never receive another
correction ( Its that simple ) repeat this process a few times over the
next few days, then allow your dog off leash but you must continue
to stay within the boundary Do Not Cross Boundary until your
dog has accepted his boundary.
If you have more than one pet train the individually.