Once started, the status light will continue to flash green once every 30 seconds indicating normal operation. If your dog breaches your invisible fence boundary, there are three steps to fix the problem. This product is only intended for use with trained domestic dogs. If the power light and the loop light go out on your AM transmitter, you may have experienced a lightning surge. Adjustable Collar: Both the R7 and R8 receivers come fitted to an adjustable nylon collar. Hold the receiver 1′ off the ground and approach the wire from approximately 10′ away. This indicates that the receiver has started properly. If your dog has a naturally thick coat, you may need to trim the fur year-round. DogWatch recommends that you unplug your transmitter from the wall outlet and disconnect the loop wire during lightning storms or when it is left unused for extended periods. When you first insert the battery into your receiver, the status light will flash red and green. 2. Insert one stripped end of the signal field wire into the red connector hole. However, Invisible Fence products are intended for domestic dogs and cats, and we have only developed training protocols for these pets. For all models use the following steps to adjust the strength to the proper setting: If the underground dog fencing boundary wire is broken or the signal is interrupted, the LMD light will go out and an audible warning will sound. When the receiver is first turned on (from the manufacturer) it will automatically be set to Training Level 2 (Medium). A light on the receiver will flash. Always check the signal field from the same place. Please read all the literature included with your dog containment system before turning the system on or beginning training. Repeat this step until you have a good idea where the collar first activates and mark this spot. … This will prevent possible damage from lightning and powerline surges. When you first hear the audible tone only, mark the area with pet containment flags. • Correction Alert CollarBone™: The DogWatch® CollarBone, metal lock washers and contact posts fasten the receiver to the nylon collar. If not, you can join the DogWatch Battery Plan and have new batteries shipped to you automatically for any of the underground and wireless fences offered, just when you need them! 0000014359 00000 n When checking snugness of collar, the dog’s neck should be facing down (sniffing position) as this is where the dog’s neck is the smallest. In the event that the light does not flash, check the battery to be sure that it has been inserted properly. Please contact your local Dealer to see if they offer a Battery Plan. You only have to check the width of the signal field from one place on the signal field loop wire. Be sure the dog's neck is down, in the sniffing position, as this is when the dog's neck is the smallest. A light on the receiver will flash. Release the tab. Adjust the collar as needed. 0000001510 00000 n Make sure that the collar isn’t too loose or too tight; it shouldn’t be able to re-position itself or to slide on its own. The signal range on the I-50™ and Skedaddle™ indoor wireless fences can be adjusted by turning the dial clockwise to increase the range or counterclockwise to decrease the range. Conversely, turning it counter-clockwise decreases the signal field width. Contact Posts: The receiver comes with a set of contact posts. The dial for adjusting the range is located on the right side of transmitter. The positive (+) end of the battery must be inserted down. When the receiver picks up the signal from the boundary wire of the pet containment fence, the audible warning will sound and the test light will come on when you enter the correction zone. Check the width of the signal field from only one place on the signal field loop wire. Release the tab. Strip approximately ¼ inch (6.3mm) of insulation from each end of the signal field wires (in-ground containment loop). Your DogWatch Dealer will determine the correct set based on your dog’s neck shape, coat, and skin sensitivity. 0000013301 00000 n Professionally Installed Hidden Fencing for Dogs by Michigan’s #1 Pet Containment Company. 0000002819 00000 n 0000020194 00000 n Hold the receiver at the dog's neck height (at your knees) and hold the receiver with the contact posts up. C. Digital Display This display indicates the power level and will blink if the boundary wire loop is broken or a power surge has occurred. They are for DEALER USE ONLY. Hold the test light in place over the contact posts and carry the receiver into the signal field a few feet from the ground. This is the beginning of the boundary wire. In addition to your local dealer, DogWatch Customer Service is always available to help you troubleshoot your underground dog fencing system. H�T�5�32U(W�-T�560�37U0 Bcc=SCS ilL����4Qp�� � • Correction Level Indicator The Invisible Fence Brand pet containment system is recommended for dogs and cats, but has been used on other animals such as goats, sheep, donkeys, cows, and pigs – animals that react favorably to conditioning. Use care if you find it necessary to tighten the contact posts with the collar wrench, as over-tightening could cause damage to the receiver. The middle distance between where you placed the pet containment flags should be where the wire for your underground dog fencing is buried, give or take a few inches. If you have misplaced the test light, let the receiver sit for 5 minutes without a battery. If you have any questions about having a properly grounded outlet, consult your local electrician. If you still experience problems with any of the underground or wireless fences offered by DogWatch, contact your Dealer for assistance. The Mode should only be turned off if your dog has been thoroughly trained with the Mode “on” and consistently responds to the audible warning alone. Battery Plans: Ask your DogWatch Dealer about a battery plan. If your system is not working, check contact posts and the battery cap on the receiver and tighten if needed. In certain cases, your dealer may recommend clipping some of the hair around the contact posts so that they can touch the skin more easily. 0000016416 00000 n B. 0000003261 00000 n : 5,353,744; 5,465,687; 6,079,367; 6,467,435; 6,360,698.© 2009 dw Inc. All rights reserved. 0000002954 00000 n If the LMD light is out, consult your Dealer. If your dog was trained with the DogWatch pet containment fence as a puppy, chances are he or she has grown and may need a larger collar. DogWatch® products are protected under U.S. Patent Nos. It operates on a replaceable battery and is waterproof when the battery cap is securely fastened. Remember to remove the collar at night. D. Boundary Loop Connections 0000016438 00000 n ]� n����6|��`��� >!D>9��p�+����"\��4"]�nD���ZOg0"�� 0000003396 00000 n When testing the receiver in the signal field the status light will flash green when the receiver is in the audible zone and will flash green and red when the receiver is in the correction zone. Always check the signal field from the same place. It could take a couple of minutes to get the proper adjustment. If your dog stays outside, periodically remove the collar and check for irritation. The receiver is now set. in the grounding wire. The green loop light will blink quickly when the Rate is set on "1". 0000002798 00000 n Important: You must reset the Battery Indicator Feature when you change the battery. Use the training pet containment flags to mark your yard before any landscaping is done. AutoMemory™ Correction: Do not attempt to shortcut the complete training of your dog. Keep the collar and the transmitter out of the reach of children. When your dog gets a correction, he receives it in a series of pulses per second. 0000005521 00000 n If you increase the signal field, be sure to only turn the dial clockwise in small increments. Michigan pet owners are overpaying for Invisible Fence installation. • Training Level Indicator to the fence wire. R7 Battery: The Performance Series receiver is powered by a 3 volt 1/3 N lithium battery. Hold the Invisible Fence® Brand MicroLite™ Computer Collar® unit so it is parallel to the signal field wire. Also, check the lights on the transmitter. When you first insert the battery into your receiver, the status light will flash green. The width and height of the signal field (fence) is adjustable. When you first hear the audible tone, mark the area with a flag. Rate 1 is the slowest pulse rate per second; 3 is the fastest. The positive (+) end of the battery must be inserted up. 0000004289 00000 n Adjusting Your Invisible or Wireless Fence’s Collar Strength. Rate: This adjusts to three levels (1-slow, 2-medium, 3-fast). Walk to the opposite side of the boundary and walk back in toward the boundary wire. Your DogWatch Dealer will adjust the radio signal distance according to the personality and traits of your dog. A significant change (drop) in signal range could indicate a partial wire break or other boundary wire problem. It operates on a standard 110 volt outlet. The test light allows you to test the receiver. Depending on the size of your property and needs of your dog, signal range may vary from the boundary wire.