Product Manual PIF-150 RFA-554A Free to Roam Wireless Fence™ Please read this entire manual before beginning.
Welcome You and your pet were made for each other. Our aim is to help you have the best companionship and the most memorable moments together. Your new Free to Roam Wireless Fence™ system is designed to give your pet maximum freedom while keeping him safe. We know that safe pets make happy owners. Before getting started, please have your utilities marked, and take a moment to read through the important safety information. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
• Regularly recheck the fit to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this product manual. • You may need to trim the hair in the area of the contact points. Never shave your pet’s neck; this may lead to a rash or infection. • Proper training of your pet is essential to successfully using the system. During the first 2 weeks of training, do not use the system without direct supervision of your pet. • The receiver collar should not be on your pet when the system is tested.
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Components Receiver Collar with Short Contact Points Mounting Screws Mounting Anchors Battery (PetSafe® RFA-67) Power Adaptor Transmitter Mounting Bracket Test Light Tool Long Contact Points Contact Point Wrench Boundary Flags - 50 You May Also Need • • • • • • Scissors Lighter Screwdriver Drill Tape measure Non-metallic collar and leash or lead Set up and training help: petsafe.com petsafe.
How the System Works The PetSafe® Free to Roam Wireless Fence™ system has been proven safe, comfortable, and effective for pets over 5 lb. The system works by transmitting a radio signal up to 105 feet in all directions. You temporarily define the pet area with boundary flags for a visual aid in training your pet. Your pet wears a receiver collar with contact points that touch his neck, and, once trained, is allowed to roam freely in the pet area.
Operating Guide Step 1: Set Up the Transmitter Important: You may need to move the transmitter several times before determining the final location. The transmitter is located at the exact center of the pet area. Place the transmitter: • • • • • At least 2 feet above the floor, on the ground floor of your home. In a dry, well ventilated, protected area. In an area where temperatures do not fall below -10°F (-23°C) or above 104°F (40°C).
Step 2: Prepare the Receiver Collar Your receiver collar comes with short contact points. Use the long contact points for pets with long or thick hair. Tighten the contact points using the contact point wrench (2A). Check tightness weekly. 2A Insert and Remove the Receiver Collar Battery Do not install the battery while the receiver collar is on your pet. This receiver collar utilizes a replaceable PetSafe® battery (RFA-67).
Receiver Collar Status Indicators The receiver collar status indicator light along with the receiver collar alarm tone are used to determine the battery status, and the correction type. Refer to the receiver collar status indicator table below to understand the status lights and tones for the receiver collar.
Step 3: Adjust the Pet Area to Desired Size Make sure the entire pet area lies within your property boundaries (3A). Always start determining the boundary zone at the shortest distance from transmitter. Place the boundary switch on “–” if the boundary zone will be less than 45 feet from the transmitter. Note: If your next-door neighbor has a containment system, see Troubleshooting section page 16. Test Light Instructions 1. Make sure the receiver collar battery is properly installed. 2.
Transmitter Range Chart Boundary Control Dial Position Boundary Switch LOW – Boundary Switch HIGH + 1 5 ft. 5 ft. 2 10 ft. 20 ft. 3 15 ft. 35 ft. 4 20 ft. 50 ft. 5 25 ft. 65 ft. 6 30 ft. 80 ft. 7 40 ft. 95 ft. 8 50 ft. 105 ft. Note: These distances are approximate.
Step 5: Fit the Receiver Collar Important: The proper fit and placement of your receiver collar is important for effective training. The contact points must have direct contact with your pet’s skin on the underside of his neck. Please read and follow the instructions in this manual. 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.
Re-Thread the Collar Slide Buckle The slide buckle prevents the collar from becoming loose around your pet’s neck. Ridges The ridges must be facing up; the collar will slip if it is not properly threaded. Slide Buckle Fasten Buckle To loosen: Slide the strap through the Slide and Fasten Buckles and pull down. To tighten: Slide the strap up through the Fasten Buckle and pull through the Slide Buckle. Training • • • • • • Remember that this system is not a solid barrier.
Day 1 6A For the first day, start with the collar set to level 1, tone-only. With your pet on a leash and with his favorite treats on hand, allow him to explore the pet area (6A). Allow your pet to cross the boundary (6B) and hear the tone from the collar, then ask him to come back into the pet area (6C) and praise and reward him. Your goal is for your dog to associate being inside the pet area with rewarding experiences. Dogs are sensitive.
Taking Your Pet Out of the Pet Area 6E Important: Remove the receiver collar and leave it at home. Once your pet learns the boundary zone, he will be reluctant to cross it for walks or car rides. Option 1: Replace the receiver collar with a regular collar. Put your pet in a car that is within the pet area and drive him out of the pet area (6E). Option 2: Replace the receiver collar with a regular collar and leash.
Troubleshooting 16 The receiver collar tone is not sounding when setting up the boundary zone. • The tone may be difficult to hear in a noisy environment. • Use test light as explained in the “test light instructions” section, and use it to determine the location of boundary zone. • Check that the transmitter is set up according to directions and install a new receiver collar battery. The receiver collar tone is not sounding or administering a static correction.
Troubleshooting The transmitter power light is not on. • Make sure the power adaptor is plugged into a working 120 volt wall outlet. • Verify that the outlet is working properly by plugging in a known working item such as a lamp. • If the power light still does not come on, the fence transmitter and/or power adaptor needs to be replaced. Contact the Customer Care Center. I was setting up the pet area and after I turned down the boundary control dial, the receiver collar would no longer tone or correct.
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.
Important Recycling Advice Please respect the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment regulations in your country. This equipment must be recycled. At the end of the product life, do not place it in the normal municipal waste system. Please check the regulations in your area or return it to where it was purchased so that it can be placed in our recycling system. If these options are not possible, please contact the Customer Care Center for further information.
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