User's Guide

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AfiFarm | AfiCollar User Guide
4 Storing and Maintaining AfiCollars
AfiCollars are encased in sealed plastic containers.
After removing AfiCollars from cows, they may be washed under running water (warm or
cold) before storage or before attaching to new cows.
Caution: Do Not Soak AfiCollars. Soaking AfiCollars in water for hours may reduce
their life expectancy.
It is important to correctly store the AfiCollar while not in use, in order to extend its
lifespan and ensure the parts are kept safe and available for future use.
4.1 Storage Location
Tags must be stored in a dry, protected area. Storage should be at least 1 meter (3 feet)
away from any radiating device such as main power cables, PC screens, electric crowd
gates, and other high-power devices.
Caution: Radiating devices may create an electromagnetic field that energizes the sensors, shortening their life expectancy.
4.2 Storage Position
The AfiCollars only transmit when held in a vertical position. Therefore, place them
horizontally when transporting or storing them.
After 24 continuous hours in the storage position, AfiCollar enters sleep mode. In sleep
mode, it does not activate the transceiver nor measure heat and rumination. In addition,
all stored heat and rumination data is deleted.
Holding the AfiCollar in a vertical position for 1-3 minutes returns it to active mode.
Following all storage and maintenance recommendations will ensure smooth operation,
save battery life, and maximize the AfiCollars' longevity.