SURE petcare Microchip Cat Flap Connect User manual

User Manual
EN: User Manual 1-32
DE: Bedienungsanleitung 33-64
FR: Guide d’utilisation 65-96
NL: Handleiding 97-128

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What’s in the box?
Please make sure you have all these parts*
Microchip Cat Flap Connect
External frame
2 x Screw caps for external frame
2 x 30mm Screws
2 x 50mm Screws
2 x 75mm Screws
*Hub only included in dedicated/promotional
packs. Batteries not included.
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Thank you for choosing the new Microchip Cat Flap Connect!
The Microchip Cat Flap Connect has been designed to control your cats’ access both into and
out of the house, keeping intruder animals out and making sure your pets feel safe and happy
in their own home. This allows you to restrict some pets to indoors-only (i.e. kittens that are
not ready to explore the outside yet), while others are allowed to come and go as they please!
The Microchip Cat Flap Connect is easy to program at the touch of a button. You can store up
to 32 pet identities. It is able to recognise either the microchip already implanted in your cat or
the Sure Petcare RFID Collar Tag (sold separately).
And, if you are ready to enjoy the advantages of being part of the Sure Petcare family of
connected products and would like your Cat Flap to work with the Sure Petcare app, you will
need:
The Hub (included in your Cat Flap packaging or can be sold separately*) is the
connected element of the system. It connects to your home internet and can talk
to both the Cat Flap and your Sure Petcare app. For more information on how to
purchase a Hub please visit surepetcare.com/hub
The Sure Petcare app. You’ll be able to see when your cats come in and out of
the house, even when you’re away from home. It also allows you to change your
product settings remotely so, for example, you can make sure your cat stays
indoors and ready for a cuddle when you get home from work.
Of course, the Microchip Cat Flap Connect is required! But don’t worry, this
product can still be used without the need to connect it to the Hub and Sure
Petcare app. When not connected, you will not be able to control its features
remotely.
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EN Welcome to your new Microchip Cat Flap Connect

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Important information..............................................................................
Product overview.......................................................................................
Checklist.....................................................................................................
Key features................................................................................................
Batteries.....................................................................................................
Buttons & lights.........................................................................................
Adding your pet - access permissions.......................................................
Microchip Cat Flap Connect system..........................................................
Set up your system ........................................................................................
Where to put your Hub...................................................................................
Hub lights........................................................................................................
Fitting your Microchip Cat Flap Connect..................................................
Fitting in a door...............................................................................................
Fitting in glass.................................................................................................
Fitting in a metal door ...................................................................................
Fitting in a wall...............................................................................................
Locking Modes...........................................................................................
Product care..............................................................................................
Help & support..........................................................................................
Warranty & disclaimer...............................................................................
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Contents
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Important information
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY AND RETAIN
THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
This product is intended for
domestic pets only.
Use only SureFlap accessories
to ensure compatibility:
surepetcare.com/accessories
This Cat Flap requires 4 good quality AA 1.5V alkaline batteries and these
should be inserted and replaced with caution. Do not mix dierent types of
batteries or use a combination of new and used batteries. If the Microchip Cat Flap
Connect is going to be unused for several months, please remove the batteries.
Model - XXXXXX
You can find the product code on the back of the
Microchip Cat Flap Connect, above the tunnel.
The serial number label is
on the inside of the battery
compartment cover.
Remember to register this product via the enclosed warranty card.
Make sure you have all of the
parts listed on page 1.
Make sure your cat(s) can pass comfortably
through the flap before fitting. See page
16 for details on the flap size.
Safety warnings
• Do not use this product if parts are missing, damaged or worn.
• There are small components used in the construction of this item. Any loose items should
be kept away from young children and pets to avoid choking hazards.
• Please take care when using power tools during installation. Ensure you follow all safety
instructions provided with the tool and that you use protective equipment, such as eye-wear.
• This product has been tested to mandatory legal requirements for its intended purpose.
Unauthorised modifications may result in unintended radio and TV interference.
Do not cut or drill the tunnel
under any circumstances.
Please ensure the product is installed
correctly before use - see pages 15-26.
Risk of fire.
Fire hazard if incorrect battery type used. Use alkaline batteries only.

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Other important things to consider
PETS: Sure Petcare recommends that the SureFlap Microchip Cat Flap
Connect is used with your cat’s implanted microchip, however it may
also be operated using the Sure Petcare RFID Collar Tag (sold separately).
If using the collar tag, it should be used with a safety collar which
incorporates a breakaway buckle. Sure Petcare cannot accept liability
for any injury or death caused by a pet’s collar.
This Cat Flap is to be used only for cats which can fit through the flap
opening dimensions as shown on page 16.
SECURITY: The motorised locks are provided to prevent the entry
of unwanted animals and the exit of certain pets. They are not a
security device. Sure Petcare cannot accept liability for unintended use,
and the owner of this product accepts full responsibility for supervising
the access in and out of the home that it provides.
INSTALLATION: Before installing your Microchip Cat Flap Connect you
should consider any potential hazards present inside or outside the
intended location, as well as the impact that subsequent modifications
to your property may have on the use of this product.
If you have any doubts concerning the installation, it is recommended
that you consult a professional.
Do not install the SureFlap Microchip Cat Flap Connect in a fire door,
as it will render the fire door unfit for purpose.
CHILDREN: Children should not be permitted to play with the
Microchip Cat Flap Connect. It is not a toy and should not be treated as
such. However, it can be used by children aged 8 years and above and
also by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
as long as they are supervised or have been given instructions on
how to use the product in a safe way. They should always be made
aware of any potential hazards involved. Do not allow children of any
age to clean the product without supervision. The Microchip Cat Flap
Connect packaging and packing bags are not toys.
CHILD PROOFING: In households with children, it is essential to include
the Microchip Cat Flap Connect in any childproofing considerations.
Playing with the manual lock may result in cats’ access permissions
changing and them coming into contact with potential dangers. For this
reason, young children should be monitored at all times when in the
immediate vicinity of the Microchip Cat Flap Connect.

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Product overview
For cats with outdoor access
For indoor only cats
This product can still be used without the need to connect it to the Hub and Sure
Petcare app. When not connected, you will not be able to control its features remotely.
Indoor only pets won’t be allowed to go outside through the
Microchip Cat Flap Connect. However, if they do manage to go
outside (e.g. they escape through the window), don’t panic!
The Cat Flap will always allow them to come back in.
Please be aware that an indoor only cat who is not
microchipped (or is not wearing a Sure Petcare RFID
Collar Tag) will not be able to regain access to the house
if they accidentally get out.
The Microchip Cat Flap Connect controls the access of
your pets both into and out of the house . This allows
you to restrict some pets to indoors only, while
others are allowed outside and back in again.
Normal operation whether connected or not
Any intruder animal trying to enter your home will be kept outside.
In standard
operating mode the
Cat Flap is locked in
both directions.
When it detects the
authorised cat’s microchip or
collar tag on either side of the
Cat Flap, it unlocks.
Once your cat has fully
entered or le the house,
the Cat Flap locks again
on both sides.
Additional to the latch noise, as your pet goes through the flap, you will
hear some clicking. This is the Cat Flap verifying which side your pet is on.

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Your Pet
has come
inside
Microchip Cat Flap Connect Hub Sure Petcare app
The Hub is connected to the internet via an Ethernet cable and monitors the activity of your
Microchip Cat Flap Connect. It communicates with both the Cat Flap and the Sure Petcare app
allowing you to keep track of your cat’s movements in and out of the house. So now you can see
these updates on the app and keep tabs on your furry friends even when you’re away from home!
You’re also able to control the dierent functions remotely from the Sure Petcare app. For example
changing locking modes or altering your pet’s curfew time can be done at the click of a button.
All the details on how to set up your system can be found in pages 11-14 but first it is
essential to go through the initial setup and the adding your pet sections.
Main setup steps
Day-to-day use
To help you make the most of your Microchip Cat Flap Connect, here you
will find information about the dierent locking modes and product care.
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Microchip Cat Flap Connect system
Fit your Microchip Cat Flap Connect
You should only begin fitting your Cat Flap once your cat(s) are
successfully added and you have connected your Cat Flap with the Hub
and Sure Petcare app.
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Connect your Microchip Cat Flap Connect
Here you will find the steps to set up your connected system.
If you do not wish to use the Microchip Cat Flap Connect with the
Hub and Sure Petcare app, please continue to the fitting section.
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Initial Setup
Checklist of everything you need, how to fit the batteries, buttons &
lights and key features.
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To use your Microchip Cat Flap Connect with the Sure Petcare app, you will need these
three elements:
Adding your pets - access permissions
This section explains how to set the two dierent access permissions.
Some cats will have outdoor access whilst others will be kept indoors.

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Key Features
External sensors
Battery compartment
Manual lock Internal catch
Indicator light
Internal
screw caps
Tunnel
External
screw caps
External frame
Before you start setting up your product or your system, you should make sure you have:
Time!
Make sure you allow enough time to
set up your Microchip Cat Flap Connect
system and to fit it in its desired location.
Accessories for fitting.
If you’re fitting your Cat Flap in a door
containing metal, through glass or in
a wall, you’ll require some SureFlap
accessories.
Visit: surepetcare.com/accessories
An internet router with a spare
Ethernet port.
So you can plug your Hub into your router
and obtain a reliable internet connection.
See page 12.
A compatible smart device to
download the Sure Petcare app.
A smart phone or tablet running either
iOS9 or above on Apple or 4.4 or above
on Android is required for the mobile
app.
Alternatively if you want to use the Sure
Petcare web app on your computer,
please go to surepetcare.io
4 x good quality alkaline AA cell
batteries.
E.g. Energizer or Duracell. See page 8.
Tools and supplies for fitting.
A checklist of the tools you’ll require for
each fitting location can be found on its
specific page. See pages 15-26.
Checklist
External catches
Internal sensors
A Hub
If not already provided within your Cat
Flap packaging, you will need to purchase
a Hub. For more details see page 11.
When using the Microchip Cat Flap Connect system you will also need:

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Batteries
Always use 4 good quality AA 1.5V alkaline batteries to ensure the best performance of
your product. This product is NOT designed for use with rechargeable batteries. To
insert or change the batteries please follow the steps below:
Remove the compartment
cover from the front of the
Microchip Cat Flap Connect.
Insert the batteries into the compartment as
shown, with the + and - in the correct orientation.
Then replace the compartment cover.
AA
When the batteries start to run low, the indicator light will flash red once
every 5 secs. Note that this indicator is dierent from the fast flashing (every
second) when you add a pet.
Aer inserting the batteries, the indicator light will initially light up for 2 seconds. Leave
the unit for about 10 seconds before allowing a cat into the tunnel - this allows the
electronic sensors to settle properly.
‘Add a Pet’ button
Used to add your cat’s microchip ID
or collar tag into the Microchip Cat
Flap Connect (see pages 9-10).
‘Settings’ button
Used to connect your Microchip Cat
Flap Connect to your Hub.
Indicator light
The light will illuminate when:
- you add a cat (see pages 9-10).
- the batteries are running low (see section above).
- connecting to Hub.
Buttons & Lights

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Adding your pet - access permissions
Before fitting your Microchip Cat Flap Connect, you need to add your cat’s microchip
ID to it. You’ll need to get them to put their head inside the tunnel so their microchip
ID can be read and memorised. This product gives you the flexibility of giving outdoor
access to some of your cats whilst others are kept indoors.
If you are using your Microchip Cat Flap Connect system for multiple cats, avoid mixing
up microchip IDs by adding each cat separately and making a note of the order you
added them. This will be useful when you create their pet profiles in the Sure Petcare app.
Adding a cat with outdoor access
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Place some dry food or a treat inside the tunnel as close to the
clear plastic door as possible. The aim is to encourage your
cat to put its head inside the tunnel or to pass through the flap
in either direction. When your cat enters the tunnel to eat the
food, the sensors inside the product activate and the Cat Flap
saves the cat’s microchip ID in its memory.
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Once your cat’s microchip ID has been
successfully added, the indicator light will
stop flashing and the catches will move
up (lock) when the cat has moved away
from the Cat Flap.
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Remove the battery compartment cover to reveal the 'Add a Pet'
button , press it once and then release it.
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When the Cat Flap is in ‘Add a cat with
outdoor access’ mode, the catches will drop
(you will hear a click) and the indicator light
will flash GREEN once every second.
Make sure the manual lock is set to
Position 1 before you begin. See page 27
for more information.
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Position 1

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Adding an indoor only cat
Changing the entry/exit permissions for your cat
You should avoid adding pets when the batteries are low - change the old
batteries before adding a new cat.
To perform the adding process with the Sure Petcare RFID Collar Tag simply follow the steps
above and hold the collar tag inside the tunnel, making sure it touches the clear plastic
door. Make sure you are not wearing any metal jewellery as this can cause interference.
If you want to use the Microchip Cat Flap Connect for more than one cat, you are able to
store up to 32 cats in its memory by repeating the process.
In the unlikely circumstance that you need to wipe the memory press and hold the ‘Add a
Pet’ button for around 10 seconds. Then, the catches will open and close once. At this point
the memory of your Microchip Cat Flap Connect is clear.
You can change the permissions for any of your cats at any time if their circumstances
change (i.e. a cat who is allowed to go outside now needs to be kept in due to illness or
injury, or a kitten who was kept inside is now allowed out). To do this simply change the
entry/exit permissions in the product settings section of the Sure Petcare app. If you are
using it as not connected, please add your cat again using the new desired mode.
2x
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Aer making sure that the manual lock is set to Postion 1
(see step 1 in ‘Adding a cat with outdoor access’), remove the
battery compartment cover and press the ‘Add a Pet’ button
once, wait for the lock to stop moving and then press it again.
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Then follow step 4 in ‘Adding a cat with
outdoor access’ mode to save your cat’s
microchip ID in the product’s memory.
Once your cat’s microchip ID has been
successfully saved, the indicator light will stop
flashing and the catches will stay up (locked).
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When the Cat Flap is in ‘Add an indoor only
cat’ mode, the catches will move up (lock)
and the indicator light will flash RED once
every second.
This mode is designed for those cats that need to be kept inside.

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Microchip Cat Flap Connect system
Purchase a SurePetcare Hub
If not already provided within your Cat Flap packaging, you
will need to purchase a Hub. For more information please visit
surepetcare.com/hub
Download the free Sure Petcare app now
Download the Sure Petcare mobile app and create an account. Then
you’ll be asked to make a ‘household’ (a connected network that will
contain all of your Sure Petcare connected products and all of your pets).
You can even invite other members of your family to join your household,
so they don’t have to repeat the setup process.
A smartphone or tablet running either iOS9 (or above) on Apple, or 4.4
(or above) on Android is required to download the mobile app.
If you’d rather control the dierent features from your computer, you can
use the Sure Petcare web app. To do this, please go to surepetcare.io
You will need the latest version of Safari, Chrome, Firefox or Internet
Explorer running on either Mac OS X v10.9 (or above) or Windows 7 (or
above).
Receive notifications
when your cat, with
outdoor access, enters
or leaves the house.
Monitor your cat’s
activity and notice
changes in behaviour.
Create a curfew for
locking the Cat Flap
or take control at any
time.
Share access to your
household with family
and friends.

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Once you have successfully downloaded the Sure Petcare app, you will need to plug in
your Hub and set it up. Once your Hub is set up you will be asked to connect it to both the
Cat Flap and the app. Please follow the steps below:
In order to complete the setup of your Microchip Cat
Flap Connect system you will need to follow the
remaining steps on the Sure Petcare app. Once all
the elements of your system are connected you can
start controlling your Cat Flap's features remotely!
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Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the
base of your Hub and the other end into a spare
Ethernet port on your router.
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Your Hub may receive a soware update. If you see solid red lights during
setup, don’t panic, your Hub is updating its soware. Once complete the Hub
will reboot and you’ll see the light sequence detailed in step 3.
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Set up your system
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Assemble the power supply and plug it into your
power outlet. Plug the other end of the cable into
the base of your Hub.
3
Your Hub’s ‘ears’ will start alternating red and then
green. When both ears remain solid green your
Hub is ready. If the ears fail to do this sequence
please see page 14 for more information.

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10 metres
If your Hub loses internet connection for any reason, your Microchip Cat Flap
Connect will still function as normal and retain its settings.
Where to put your Hub
Because your Microchip Cat Flap Connect system communicates wirelessly, the location of
your Hub can aect its performance.
Occasionally your Hub may experience connection issues despite following these
tips. For further advice on how to move your Hub closer to your Cat Flap whilst still
being able to connect it to the internet, go to: surepetcare.com/hub-connectivity
Place the Hub at least 1 metre o the
ground (i.e. on a table that is as clear of
obstructions as possible).
Avoid thick walls between the Hub
and the Cat Flap.
Try to position your Hub so that it
is in line-of-sight of your Cat Flap
and within 10 metres distance.
Keep your Hub as far away as possible from
any potential sources of interference (i.e.
digital cordless phones, baby monitors, etc).
Avoid positioning your Hub near or
in line of sight of any large amounts
of water (i.e. fish tanks).
Make sure the Hub isn’t positioned next
to any large metal objects (i.e. fridges).

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Hub lights
Your Hub indicates its current state using the lights in its ears. Dierent coloured light
sequences mean dierent things.
Setup lights
Every time the Hub powers up or is trying to connect to other elements of the system,
you’ll see the setup lights:
Green ears
Green ears mean the Hub is working correctly. See below for the details of what each light
sequence means.
Both ears are solid green – Your Hub is turned on, connected and working correctly.
Both ears flash twice – A cat has gone through the Microchip Cat Flap Connect.
Alternating green ears – Your Hub is re-connecting to our servers.
Red ears
Both ears are solid red – Your Hub is doing a Firmware update. Be patient, your Hub
will reboot and continue as normal shortly.
Both ears flashing red – Your Hub has lost connection with your Microchip Cat Flap
Connect and is trying to reconnect.
Alternating red ears – Your Hub is having diiculty connecting to the internet and/or
our servers.
1The ears will alternate red for a while,
2then they will alternate green,
3once you see a flash of orange and the
ears go solid green the Hub is connected.
For more information on diagnosing these issues, see page 29.

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Fitting your Microchip Cat Flap Connect
Where to fit your Cat Flap
The Cat Flap can be fitted in any of the following locations. Please see the specified
pages for more information on the tools and supplies you’ll need and step-by-step fitting
instructions.
Cat behaviour expert's advice
We have provided a few tips to help you find the best place to fit your Cat Flap. Whilst
the back door might be the obvious place to fit a Cat Flap, you need to consider how the
layout of your garden might aect your cat.
Use potted plants or garden furniture to try and reduce the risk of
neighbourhood cats being able to ambush your cat from elevated places.
 Doors containing metal, see page 21
 Walls (consult a builder), see page 23
 Wooden/plastic doors, see page 17
 Glass (glazier required), see page 19
Conceal the Cat Flap with potted plants as
entering onto a large open space can be
stressful for some pets.
Make sure your Cat Flap is fitted at the right
height for your pets so it’s easy for them to get
in and out.
Inside vs outside
It’s important to know which side of
your Cat Flap is fitted to the inside of
the house and which goes outside.
Outside the houseInside the house
The side of the Cat Flap with
the SureFlap logo and the
battery compartment must be
inside your house.

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SureFlap accessories are
required for wall, glass and
metal installations. Visit
surepetcare.com/accessories
We strongly advise contacting
a glazier for glass fitting and a
builder for wall fitting.
Things to bear in mind
Key fitting features
We recommend adding your
cat(s) to the Cat Flap prior to
fitting (see page 9).
External frame
External
screw holes
Tunnel
External
screw caps
Do not under any
circumstances drill or cut
the tunnel of your Cat
Flap.
External frame
dimensions
210 x 210mm
(8 '' x 8 '')
Flap opening
dimensions
142 x 120mm
(5 '' x 4 '')
External tunnel
dimensions
165 x 171mm
(6 '' x 6 '')
Tunnel depth
70mm
(2 '')
Screws
It's important to check if your
door has metal within it, as
this can interfere with the the
flap’s performance. See page
21 for more details.
For glass installation you
may need to buy a new pane
of glass. Details for this can be
found on page 19.
Installation video tutorials (English speaking) can be found at surepetcare.com/support

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Fitting your Cat Flap in a door
Tools and supplies required
Step-by-step guide
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Attach a ball of Blu Tack (or similar adhesive putty) to each
rear corner of the external frame so that you can stick it to
the door and use it as a template.
1
To ensure your cat has unhindered access through the Cat
Flap, measure the height from their tummy to the floor.
Mark this height on your door, as this is where the bottom of
the hole should be cut through the door.
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When using power tools, please follow all safety instructions provided
with the product.
Stick the external frame to the door using the mark you made
for the height of your cat’s tummy to align the bottom edge
of the hole. Use a spirit level to ensure the frame is level,
then run a sharp pencil around the inside edge of the frame.
3x
Installation video tutorials (English speaking) can be found at surepetcare.com/support
Before you begin, have you added all your pets? If not, see page 9.
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Now it’s time to prepare for cutting. We strongly advise
that you drill large holes in all the corners of the outline to
make it easier to cut the hole with a jigsaw. Make sure these
holes are touching the line and that they are big enough
for the blade of the jigsaw to fit through.
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Ruler
Spirit level
Blu Tack
Electric drill with a 6mm ('') drill bit
Cross head screwdriver
The screws and caps provided
Sharp pencil
Electric jigsaw
Protective eye-wear

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Put the Cat Flap back through the door and slide the external
frame over the tunnel. Holding the product firmly in place, use
a cross head screwdriver and the screws you selected previ-
ously, to attach the external frame. Fasten the first screw until
it is secure, but not too tight, then do the same to the last one.
Once all the screws are secure, tighten them.
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Once the main hole is cut, check whether there is any metal within your door. If you
can see metal, go to page 21 and follow the instructions for fitting in a metal door.
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On the outside of the house, make sure the tunnel of the Cat
Flap is securely pushed through the hole and then slide the
external frame over it. When the external frame is in place,
using a sharp pencil mark through the two holes.
9
To choose the correct length of screw, from the sets provided
you need to compare the screw lengths to the thickness of your
door. The screw needs to be between 15 to 30mm ( to 1 '')
longer than the thickness of your door.
15 to 30mm
Now, insert the two screw caps into the external frame.
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Using the jigsaw, cut around the outer edge of the line you have
marked. By doing this, the Cat Flap should fit through the hole
first time. However, if you cut on, or inside the line, the hole is
likely to be too small. If this is the case, please take the time to
carefully file the hole until the Cat Flap fits through easily.
5x
8
Remove the external frame and the Cat Flap from the door
then drill the two screw holes using a 6mm (/'') drill bit,
remembering to hold the drill horizontally. We recommend that
you choose the correct length of screw to attach the Cat Flap to
your door at this stage. See the next step.
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Now check that the Cat Flap fits through the hole. Remember
the SureFlap logo must be inside the house. We advise that
you have two people for this, one inside the house and one
outside to help hold the product firmly in place.

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Fitting your Cat Flap in glass
accessory
Tools and supplies required
Ruler
Glazier
Cat Flap Mounting Adaptor
The screws and screw caps provided
Cross head screwdriver
Clear all-weather sealant
Step-by-step guide for cutting the hole in glass
When working with cut glass always wear protective gloves as the edges may be sharp.
If you do not have a hole in your glass door to fit the Cat Flap you will need to
contact a glazier to visit your home and measure up for the new pane of glass.
In most cases it is not possible to cut a pane of glass in situ, especially if you
have a double or triple glazed unit.
Before you begin, have you added all of your pets? If not, see page 9.
Installation video tutorials (English speaking) can be found at surepetcare.com/support
To fit your Cat Flap into glass, you will require a circular
hole to be cut measuring 212 mm (8 '') in diameter.
This will need to be done by a professional glazier. To
ensure your cat has unhindered access through the Cat
Flap, you will need to make sure that this circular hole is
cut at the appropriate height. Do this by first measuring
the height from your cat’s tummy to the floor.
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Take this height and add 56mm (2 '') to it, this will give
you the total distance from the floor to the centre of the
circle you need cutting. Make sure this point is at least
200mm (7 '') from the bottom of the window frame to
allow room for the mounting adaptor.
H= cat’s tummy height + 56mm = the centre of the circle.
212mm
H
2
If you are fitting in a double or triple glazed unit, the
glazier should use a non-metallic spacer bar around the
hole, as a metal spacer could aect the Cat Flap's ability
to read microchips. (The spacer bar is needed to fill the
gap between the panes of glass.)
3