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STEP :: 09
INSTALL THE FENCE TRANSMITTER
WARNING
To avoid electric shock, use the containment Transmitter indoors in a dry location only.
Place the Fence Transmitter:
• In a dry, well ventilated, protected area (9A).
• In an area out of the weather (garage, basement, shed, closet).
• Secured to a stationary surface using appropriate mounting hardware (not included). A mounting template is included on
page 34 of this Guide.
• At least 3 feet from large metal objects or appliances as these items may interfere with the signal consistency (9B).
• As close as possible to you home’s Grounding Electrode. This is required to keep the Ground Wire as short as possible.
Once you have mounted the Fence Transmitter, the Boundary Wire must exit the building. This can be accomplished via a window or
through a hole drilled through the wall. Ensure the drill path is clear of any utilities. Make sure the Boundary Wire isn’t cut off or
pinched by a window, door, or garage door, as this can damage it over time.
To prevent fires and electrical hazards, install the Fence Transmitter in buildings that are in accordance with state and local electrical
and building codes.
STEP :: 10
LAY OUT THE SYSTEM
BASIC PLANNING TIPS
WARNING
Underground cables can carry high voltage. Have all underground cables marked before you dig to bury your wire. In
most areas, this is a free service. Avoid these cables when you dig.
• The Boundary Wire MUST start at the Fence
Transmitter and make a continuous loop back (10A).
• Twisting the Boundary Wire cancels the signal and
allows your dog to cross over that area without
correction. Plastic or metal piping will not cancel
the signal. Twist the Boundary Wire 10 to 12 times
per foot to cancel the signal (10A).
• Design a layout that’s suitable for your yard.
Sample layouts are provided on the following page,
and a grid for designing your layout is provided on
page 35.
• Always use gradual turns at the corners with a
minimum 3 foot radius to produce a more consistent
boundary (10B). Don’t use sharp turns, as this will
cause gaps in your boundary.
• We recommend setting a Boundary Width for the
Warning and Stimulation Zones to approximately
16-24 feet (8-12 feet on each side of the wire).
• Avoid making passageways too narrow for yourdog to move about freely (e.g., along the sides of a house).
• The Collar Receiver can be activated inside the house if the Boundary Wire runs along the outside wall of the house. If this occurs,
remove your dog’s Collar Receiver before bringing him inside, decrease the range using the Range Adjuster, or consider an
alternative layout.
9A
3ft.
9B
10 Twists/ft.
10A
10B
SAMPLE LAYOUTS
Sample 1: Perimeter Loop
(Single Loop)
The Perimeter Loop is the
most common layout. This
will allow your dog to freely
and safely roam your entire
property (10C). It can also
protect gardens, pools, and
landscaping (10D).
Sample 2 (10E): Perimeter Loop Using Existing Fence
(Single Loop)
This layout allows you to include your existing fence as part of
your layout and keeps your dog from jumping out or digging
under it. It reduces the amount of wire which will need to be
buried. From the Fence Transmitter, run the wire to A, A to B, B
to C, C to D, D to E, E to A, twisting the wires from A back to the
Fence Transmitter. See the “Install the Boundary Wire” section
for more information on attaching the wire to a fence on
page 21.
DOUBLE LOOP
(
10F, 10G, 10H, 10I
)
A Double Loop must be used when you aren’t establishing the Boundary Area on all sides of your property.
When using a Double Loop, the Boundary Wire must be separated by a minimum of 5 feet to avoid canceling the signal. Remember that a
Double Loop will require twice as much wire.
E
F
B
A
D
C
E
F
C
A
D
B
5'
5'
Sample 3: Front or Back Yard Only (Double
Loop)
From the Fence Transmitter, run the wire to
A, A to B, B to C, C to D, D to E, E to F, make
a U-turn and follow your path all the way
back to A, keeping the wire separated at
least 5 feet. Twist the wire from A back to
the Fence Transmitter.
B
A
5'
10G
Sample 4: Front Boundary Only (Double
Loop)
From the Fence Transmitter, run the
wire to A, A to B, B back to A keeping
the wire separated at least 5 feet.
Twist the wire from A back to the Fence
Transmitter.
E
B
D
C
A
5'
10H
Sample 5: Lake Access (Double
Loop)
From the Fence Transmitter, run the
wire to A, A to B, make a U-turn and
go to C, C to D, D to E, make a U-turn
and follow your path all the way
back to A keeping wire separated at
least 5 feet. Twist the wire from A
back to the Fence Transmitter.
10C
10D
10E
10F