Sureguard ScareCrow 830 User manual

Thank you for purchasing the latest technology in Animal Deterrents.
Motion Activated Animal Deterrent
Sureguard
ScareCrow®
Model #830
USER INSTRUCTIONS

2..........How this Repellent Works
3..........Features
3..........Specifications
4..........Parts Guide
6..........Placement Guide
7..........Animal Control Guide
8..........Important!
9..........Problem Solving
10........Warranty
Sureguard ScareCrow®Motion Activated Sprinkler is an innovative and
humane way to keep most unwanted animals and birds out of an area.
It’s environmentally friendly and a safe alternative to chemical repellents.
Sureguard ScareCrow uses a Motion Sensor to detect the body heat of
animals and birds. Once triggered, it deploys a burst of water combined
with unexpected noise and motion, creating a safe and effective deterrent.
Contents
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How this Repellent Works

•Sureguard’s Intelligent Sensing Technology reduces false triggering.
•Multiple Sprinklers can be daisy-chained to extend the protection area.
•Two User Selectable Operating Modes – 24 Hours or Night Only.
•Adjustable Sensitivity Range, including OFF position.
•Adjustable Sprinkler Angles – Left/Right and Up/Down.
•Adjustable Sprinkler Distance and Spread.
•Metal Ground Spike allows easy placement in your lawn or garden.
•Protection Area: Up to about 100 square meters.
•Water Usage per Activation: 2-3 cups.
•Sensor Left-to-Right Angle: 110 Degrees.
•Sprinkler Distance: Up to 10m (depends on water pressure).
•Water Pressure: Maximum 80 psi or 0.6 MPa. Minimum 30psi or 0.2 MPa.
•Two AA Alkaline batteries last up to 1-year; includes low battery indicator.
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Specifications

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Parts Guide

Sprinkler Outlet: Screw the Sprinkler-head Outlet to the body of the Controller.
Spray Spread Adjustment: Adjust anticlockwise for a long-throw fine stream.
Up/Down Distance Adjustment: Rotate dial clockwise for maximum distance.
Left/Right Angular Adjustment: Adjust the two rings and check the left and right stop
angles by rotating the Sprinkler by hand in each direction, noting where it clicks and
stops. Adjust to no more than the Sensors 110-degree viewing angle. Adjust to suit
the circumstances; For example, if the animal always enters at a specific point, you
could just direct the Sprinkler there.
Motion Sensor: This is behind the sensor window. It detects body heat from the
animal or bird as it moves across the viewing area (not cold-blooded animals).
Low Battery: Behind the window is a Red LED to indicate when to replace batteries.
Battery Compartment: Slide the battery door down to open. An extra sealed cover
protects the batteries. Pull it free. Insert two ALKALINE AA 1.5 Volt batteries before
use. Do not substitute other types of battery. Remove batteries for storage.
In-Line Water Filter: The filter is a wire mesh to stop dirt and stones from entering
and damaging the Sprinkler valve. Please check the filter regularly and remove any
debris. Failure to do so could cause damage. TIP: Before connecting the hose to the
Sprinkler, run water through the hose to clear any debris carried in by ants, etc.
Hose Inlet: Attach a 12mm hose here and connect to your tap. Always fully open the
tap so the Sprinkler gets the correct water flow. If your water pressure is low and the
spray is weak, try using a shorter hose or larger diameter hose.
Daisy Chain: To install several ScareCrow Sprinklers, you can economise on hoses
using this Daisy-Chain feature. Attach another hose to connect any number of
Sprinklers in the chain. (Extra hose connector not included). NOTE: Each Sprinkler
activates independently and responds to the motion in its viewing field.
Metal Ground Peg: Push the entire length into firm soil.
Night Mode Sensor: The Sensor responds to light and dark. Remove the Sensor Cap
so the Sprinkler only activates at night. Attach the Cap for 24-hour operation.
Sensitivity Adjustment: Setting 0 is OFF. Setting 9 is maximum sensitivity
(recommended for Night-Mode usage). For 24-hour use, adjust between 1 and 9
according to your circumstances.
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* For best detection, animals or birds must move ACROSS the Motion Sensor’s 110-degree
viewing area rather than moving directly towards the Sensor.
* The Sensor has three vertical detection bands. The main one detects horizontal movement.
Another points upwards for detecting taller targets or incoming birds. Another points
downwards for detecting birds paddling in pools.
* The Motion Sensor must have an unobstructed view of the detection area. Avoid obstacles
and never cover the Sensor.
* Avoid pointing the Sensor toward foliage as that may cause false triggering during windy
daylight hours. (Not applicable if using Night-Mode).
* Avoid pointing the Sensor towards the sun or dappled sunlit areas.
* Around pools, place the Sensor at less than 1.5m from the pool’s edge so it will detect
motion both on the water and around the pool’s edge. If you move it further away from the
edge, you have to raise the Sensor’s height so it can see the water. However, the Sensor may
no longer detect motion around the pool’s edge.
* To protect areas larger than 10m x 16m, install several Sureguard ScareCrows facing into
the protection area. For example, to cover a large swimming pool, locate them at either end of
the pool or elsewhere at no more than 10m intervals.
* The Metal Ground Peg must be placed firmly in the ground to avoid false triggering due to
device movement from strong winds. For non-soil areas, place the Metal Ground Peg into a
movable soil-filled heavy pot.
* Leave the Sureguard ScareCrow switched ON even if the wrong behaviour ceases.
* Select a 12mm hose in good condition, of sufficient length, and avoid using joiners. Water
pressure will decrease with increasing hose length, and this will reduce spray coverage.
Check operation with a short hose to become familiar with the performance at typical
operating pressure. If necessary, use 18mm hose for more pressure.
* Before disconnecting the hose, turn the water OFF and activate the Sprinkler with your hand
to de-pressurise the hose.
* To test your installation, connect the hose and switch the water ON. Stand behind or to the
side of the Sprinkler. Slowly move your hand left to right about 1m in front of the Motion
Sensor. Confirm the Sprinkler sprays where you want. TIP: Three activations in 60 seconds
will trigger a water-saving feature, disabling the device for 5 minutes. To manually reset,
remove the Night Mode Sensor Cap, wait 5 seconds, then re-cap it.
Placement Guide
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The Sureguard ScareCrow has the ability to modify animal behaviour, but animals
have natural behaviours and motivations that should also be considered. It may take
longer to get results when an animal has strong motivation. For example, an animal
eating your garden plants is probably doing so because little food is available.
Persistent behaviours can sometimes take longer to control. For example, deterring a
neighbour’s dog from visiting will likely get quick results because the dog is aware it’s
out of its territory. However, your dog may not be initially controlled, until the
deterrent becomes a nuisance to your dog.
How long the modified behaviour persists can vary. For example, ducks may stop
visiting your swimming pool and never return, whereas a possum may stop visiting
for a time but return when food is in short supply. Therefore, however quick the result
should be, don’t be to quick to switch the Sureguard ScareCrow OFF. You want to
send a strong message if the animal returns: “this deterrent is always here to
protect”. An exception might be when the bird or animal visits at a predictable time,
for example, at sunrise, and then leaves. You may want to attach a programmed water
timer to your hose to more finely control the activation of the Sprinkler.
Bush Turkeys: Leave the device active continually.
Cats: Visiting cats should quickly learn to stay away. Your pet cat may require more
time to control. Leave in place for the deterrent effect to persist.
Chickens: Leave the device active continually.
Cockatoos: If the birds are at or close to ground level, the Sureguard ScareCrow can
deter them. NOTE: It is not suitable if the birds are in trees or high up.
Dogs: Visiting dogs should quickly learn to stay away because they are intruding on
another’s territory. Your pet dog may require more time to understand the deterrent,
and it should be left in place for the deterrent effect to persist. Don’t allow your pet to
play with the device as a toy. Some dogs enjoy water on a hot day. So, don’t
introduce your dog to the deterrent on a hot day, or it may become his/her toy!
Deer: Leave the device active continually.
Ducks & Geese: If these birds are fouling your swimming pool area, you can expect
quick results but leave the device active for a few weeks. Pool areas generally require
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Animal Control Guide

two or more Sureguard ScareCrows installed, usually one at either end. If the pool is
more than 15m long, install extra ones along the length of the pool.
Foxes: Use the Night-Mode setting with Sensitivity on maximum. Leave switched ON
as long as required.
Possums: Use the Night-Mode setting for best results with Sensitivity on maximum
and leave the device active continually. If the possum is walking along a fence, up a
tree, climbing a building structure, etc., then ensure the Sensor is rigidly mounted at
that height. If the possum is at ground level, install it at ground level.
Rabbits: Leave the device active continually.
Seagulls and Pelicans: Place the Sureguard ScareCrow as close to the protected
area as practical. Do not point toward moving water, moving boats, etc. Do not fix to
a boat because the movement will cause false activation.
Wallabies and Kangaroos: Leave the device active continually.
•Inspect and clean the filter mesh whenever attaching a hose
•
If temperatures are expected to drop below 0°C move the ScareCrow indoors to prevent
damage from freezing.
• DO NOT use with bore water, saltwater, dam water or brackish water. Connect only to
clean drinking water.
•The water pressure supplied from taps can vary significantly from location to
location. If your water pressure is too high, you MUST use a pressure reducer in-line
between the tap & hose. Sureguard has tested and recommends the Pope 300kPa
model, which is available at many hardware stores for around $10. If you choose
another brand, do not go higher than 300kPa. Going lower will reduce the spray
distance.
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For more troubleshooting help, visit: www.sureguard.com.au/troubleshooting
Sensor does not ‘see’ animals:
1/ The Sensor needs an unobstructed view of the animal. 2/ Install so the Sensor
views animals walking ACROSS the viewing area, not toward the Sensor. 3/ The
Sensor must be installed about the same height as the animal. 4/ Clean the Sensor
with a damp cloth. 5/ On hot days, the Sensor may not detect the animal’s heat. This
is unavoidable if the temperature of the animal and surroundings are about equal. 6/
An animal moving very slowly or very fast may not be detected. 7/ Cold-blooded
animals can’t be detected. 8/ Try a new set of batteries.
Sprinkler is spraying as soon as water is connected.
Install batteries or replace the batteries.
Sprinkler is not spraying:
1/ Your water tap might be switched off. 2/ Water pressure may be too high or too
low. 3/ Your hose might be kinked. 4/ Your hose might be blocked. 5/ Check for
blockage at the In-Line Water Filter. 6/Try a new set of batteries.
Sprinkler is spraying without much force:
1/ Your water tap MUST be fully on. 2/ Debris may be blocking the In-Line Water
Filter. Check and clean. 3/ Your hose may be kinked. 4/ Your hose may be blocked.
Sprinkler is activating when no animal is present:
1/ If the device has moved recently, allow 10 minutes to stabilise to its new heat
environment. 2/ Try a lower Sensitivity Control number. 3/ Avoid pointing toward:
◊ Areas where people or pets regularly pass by.
◊ Foliage that might move about in the breeze.
◊ Dappled sunlit areas that might fluctuate in brightness and heat intensity.
◊ Upwards toward the sky.
◊ Sources of hot air movement, e.g. Air-conditioning equipment, roof areas, etc.
◊ Moving water.
◊ Car headlights.
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Problem Solving

1.0 User Acceptance
• By purchasing or using this product the purchaser agrees they have read and accept and abide by these
Terms and Conditions. Full Terms and Conditions at www.sureguard.com.au/terms
• Sureguard reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time.
2.2 Manufacturer’s Warranty
• Sureguard’s warranty does not cover damage or loss caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents,
breakages, loss of parts, unauthorised alterations or repairs, unauthorised dismantling of the product, normal
wear & tear, normal battery ageing, the natural breakdown of colours and materials over time and use, failure to
follow recommended maintenance, rust corrosion, lightning strike, abnormal mains voltage fluctuations, battery
leakage, insects, vermin, failure to use the product for its intended purpose, incorrect or incomplete installation
or usage, theft, and causes beyond the control of Sureguard.
• Sureguard reserves the right to determine whether a fault is caused by faulty workmanship or materials.
• Sureguard reserves the right to repair or replace goods. Replacement parts or goods may be refurbished.
• The warranty published here is the only warranty given by Sureguard and no person has authority to change
or add to these obligations & liabilities.
• This warranty shall not apply to any loss (whether direct, indirect or consequential) suffered through or
resulting from failure or ineffective operation of the product except as provided by law.
• Nothing in this warranty shall be construed as affecting any rights you may have under State or
Commonwealth Legislation which gives you rights that cannot be modified or excluded by agreement. Our
goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled
to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss
or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable
quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
2.3 Service & Repairs
• Sureguard’s Technical Department provides Service & Repairs for products not covered by the
Manufacturer’s Warranty.
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Warranty
Manufacturer’s Warranty
Sureguard provides a Manufacturer’s Warranty to the original
purchaser or gift recipient to cover defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of 12 month.
Extend your Warranty to 3 Years!
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• Sureguard takes reasonable steps to provide spare parts for a reasonable time after purchase.
• Sureguard reserves the right to refuse Claims when products have been modified, dismantled, repaired or
altered without Sureguard’s authorisation.
2.4 Return Address
• Sureguard Pty Ltd, 114 Keen Street (Level 2), Lismore NSW 2480
2.4.1 Conditions for Returning Goods
• Before returning goods you must contact Sureguard to Lodge a Claim (under Section 2.5).
• After receiving your Return Authorisation you must cease using the goods and promptly return the goods to
ensure they arrive at Sureguard’s Return Address (as per Section 2.4 above) within 14-days.
• Returned goods must include a copy of the original Tax Invoice or enough information to identify the original
purchaser and seller.
• Returned goods must be packaged to avoid damage in transit.
• Return shipping and insurance costs are the purchaser’s or sender’s responsibility. Sureguard will cover
return shipping if required by Australian Consumer Law. Sureguard will refuse COD returns.
• Costs associated with quotations, service or repairs must be paid before the goods are returned. Goods will
be disposed of if costs are not paid within 90-days of notification that the goods are ready for shipping.
2.5 Lodge a Claim
• To lodge a Claim simply contact Sureguard’s Technical Department on 1800-800-044 or email:
[email protected]. If the goods are to be returned you will be issued with a Return Authorisation.
3.0 Limitation of Liability
Sureguard will not be liable in any way for any direct, indirect, incidental, special or consequential losses or
damages resulting from use of Sureguard’s website, products or services or inability to use Sureguard’s
website, products or services, except as provided by law. Where any State or Commonwealth Legislation
prohibits the inclusion of any clause or term set out in these Terms and Conditions, the liability imposed on
Sureguard, will be limited, at Sureguard’s discretion to any one or more of the following:
• The replacement of the goods or re-supply of equivalent goods.
• The cost of the goods or the cost to re-supply the equivalent goods.
• The repair of the goods.
• The payment of cost to repair the goods.
5.0 Safety – Your Responsibility
• All persons who use the purchased product must read the User Instructions prior to operating the product.
• Do not allow children to operate or play with the product.
• Do not dismantle the product.
• Do not alter the product or add non-standard materials to it unless approved in writing by Sureguard.
6.0 Disclaimer Notices
• No performance guarantee is offered for any control device Sureguard sells. Animals, birds, rodents,
snakes, etc., all have natural instincts, behaviours or motivations that may be modified by the use of control
devices. However, the degree of improvement and how long this may take or persist cannot be predicted or
guaranteed.
• The purchaser must not use the product for other than its intended purpose.
• All of Sureguard’s published content is subject to change without notice.
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