Model Number PWF00-13665 pawz away mini pet barrier ® operating and training guide PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE BEFORE BEGINNING
Important Safety Information Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols used in this guide This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in harm to your pet.
Proper fit of the collar is important. A collar worn for too long or made too tight on the pet’s neck may cause skin damage. Ranging from redness to pressure ulcers; this condition is commonly known as bed sores. - Avoid leaving the collar on the pet for more than 12 hours per day. When possible reposition the collar on the pet’s neck every 1 to 2 hours. Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this manual.
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Components Other Items You May Need • Drill and mounting hardware • Non-metallic collar and leash • Scissors • Lighter www.petsafe.
How the System Works The PetSafe® Pawz Away® Mini Pet Barrier keeps your pet away from a certain room, away from trash, off of furniture, etc. Just place the Barrier Transmitter near the area your pet should avoid. The Mini Pet Barrier transmits an elliptical radio signal adjustable up to 5 feet. Your pet wears a Receiver Collar with Contact Points that touch his neck.
Operating Guide Step 1 Install the Barrier Transmitter The Barrier Transmitter emits a radio signal from all sides in an elliptical pattern. The signal may transmit through a wall or the ceiling/floor. The Barrier Transmitter can be placed laying flat on a surface or hung on a wall. If you choose to hang the Barrier Transmitter, note that the signal becomes very directional—the signal will be strongest directly in front of and behind the unit. The signal is weakest to the side of the unit.
*All Mini Pet Barriers and Receiver Collars are preset to mode A. The A and B mode feature is designed to be used in multiple pet households where you may want one pet to be able to access an area while preventing access by another pet. For single pet households, you will not need to operate the Barrier Transmitter in any mode other than A. Please see the Additional Features section of this operating and training guide (beginning on page 12) for instructions on how to utilize mode A and B.
Step 4 Fit the Receiver Collar on Your Pet Important: Proper fit and placement of your Receiver Collar is necessary for effective operation. The Contact Points must have direct contact with your pet’s skin on the underside of his neck. Proper fit of the collar is important. A collar worn for too long or made too tight on the pet’s neck may cause skin damage. Ranging from redness to pressure ulcers; this condition is commonly known as bed sores.
4. Adjust the tightness of the Receiver Collar to fit your pet’s neck. Check the tightness of the Receiver Collar by inserting one finger between the end of a Contact Point and your pet’s neck. The fit should be snug but not constricting (4B). 5. Allow your pet to wear the Receiver Collar for several minutes then recheck the fit. Check the fit again as your pet becomes more comfortable with the Receiver Collar. 6.
Receiver Collar Batteries The PetSafe® Pawz Away® Receiver Collar uses two 3-volt Lithium coin cell batteries, size CR2032. Replacement batteries can be found at many retailers or through the Customer Care Center. Contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677 or visit our website at www.petsafe.net to locate a retailer near you. To replace the batteries: 1. Using the edge of the Test Light Tool, turn the battery door to the OPEN position. 2. Lift the battery door out and turn the door over.
Additional Features Time Out Feature For your pet’s safety, the Receiver Collar has a built in Time Out feature. If your pet stays in the Barrier Area for longer than 15 seconds the Receiver Collar will stop delivering the Progressive Static Correction. The Receiver Collar will then administer a random single Static Correction every 5 to 10 seconds at the maximum level until the pet leaves the Barrier Area.
When the Barrier Transmitter and Receiver Collar are set to mode A, the Barrier Transmitter denies access to pets wearing a Receiver Collar programmed to mode A. Receiver Collars set to mode B will not pick up the signal from a Barrier Transmitter set to mode A. When the Barrier Transmitter and Receiver Collar are set to mode B, the Barrier Transmitter denies access to pets wearing a Receiver Collar programmed to mode B.
Programming the Mode Settings All programming is done through the Barrier Transmitter and the programming is synchronized with the Receiver Collar. The Receiver Collar cannot be programmed separately from the Barrier Transmitter. You may synchronize multiple Receiver Collars to a single Barrier Transmitter at one time. However, make sure any Receiver Collar you do not wish to synchronize is turned OFF during the programming procedure.
4. To program the Receiver Collar to either mode A or mode B, press and hold the (-) button and then press the (+) button for approximately 5 seconds. Programming is complete when you hear a series of three beeps from the Receiver Collar. 5. Once the Receiver Collar has been programmed, press the (+) button to turn the Barrier Transmitter ON. Check to make sure the black bar(s) appear on the LCD screen indicating the mode you have selected (5B) and reset the Barrier Transmitter to the desired range.
Training Guide The PetSafe® Pawz Away® Mini Pet Barrier operates on the principle of positive and negative reinforcement. Your pet will learn to avoid the Barrier Areas you have set after receiving a Progressive Static Correction (negative reinforcement) and your pet will learn that he is more comfortable when he avoids the Barrier Areas (positive reinforcement). In some cases, it may not be necessary to train your pet. You can let your pet wander freely to determine the new boundaries.
Additional Information • The system should only be used with healthy pets. Contact your veterinarian if you have concerns about the medical condition of your pet (medication, pregnant, heart conditions, etc). • This system is not for vicious or aggressive pets. If your pet may pose a threat to others, DO NOT USE THIS SYSTEM. If you are unsure if your dog is aggressive, please consult your veterinarian or a certified trainer.
Troubleshooting Barrier Transmitter does not appear to work. • • • • Barrier Area range is too low. Unable to hear Receiver Collar tone. • • • • • • • • • No segments on Barrier Transmitter. • • • Barrier Area range is too high. Pet seems to receive no stimulation. 18 Check segment indicator on Barrier Transmitter. Check/replace batteries in Barrier Transmitter. Increase the Barrier Area range on the Barrier Transmitter.
Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability 1. Terms of Use This Product is offered to you conditioned upon your acceptance without modification of the terms, conditions and notices contained herein. Usage of this Product implies acceptance of all such terms, conditions, and notices. 2. Proper Use This Product is designed for use with pets where training is desired. The specific temperament of your pet may not work with this Product.
Compliance FCC/Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment.
Customer Care International USA & Canada - Tel: 800-732-2677 Monday - Friday 8 AM - 8 PM / Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM Australia - Tel: 1800 786 608 Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 5 PM New Zealand - Tel: 0800 543 054 Monday - Friday 10:30 AM - 7 PM This product has the benefit of a limited manufacturer’s warranty. Details of the warranty applicable to this product and its terms can be found at www.petsafe.net and/or are available by sending a stamped addressed envelope to PetSafe® Ltd.
One Year Non-Transferrable Limited Warranty What is covered: Radio Systems Australia Pty Ltd (hereinafter referred to as “Radio Systems”) warrants to the original retail purchaser, and not any other purchaser or subsequent owner, that its Product, when subject to normal and proper residential use, will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the purchase date.
Claims Procedure: Any claim made under this Warranty should be made directly to Radio Systems Australia Pty Ltd Customer Care Centre at: Radio Systems Australia Pty Ltd PO Box 765, Mudgeeraba QLD 4213 Australia Residents: 1800 786 608 New Zealand Residents: 0800 543 054 Email: info@petsafeaustralia.com.au To file a claim, a proof of purchase must be provided. Without a proof of purchase, Radio Systems will not repair or replace faulty components.
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