How to Guide

VII. TROUBLESHOOTING
A. Check that the power switch of the unit is not OFF (in other words, either CONT AC Only or MS AC or Battery). If using
batteries, check that they are good. If using the Continuous AC Only power setting, check that the outlet is good. If using the
MS AC or Battery setting, only expect activation if there is motion.
B. Reread the Pest Management Program section above. Check for and remove unusual incentives.
C. Check the dial settings and ensure you have selected a range appropriate to the pest.
D. If a specific dial setting causes a squeaking or scratching sound, rotate the dial slightly until the sound stops.
E. It is not unusual to hear a “chirping” noise when the motion sensor is tripped and the high frequency sound turns on and off.
VIII. PRECAUTIONS
Even though the top range of the YardGard, 25 kHz, is above human hearing range (which averages, at top level, about 16
kHz), the intensity is great enough to present a chance of damage to the ear if it is directly exposed for an extended period of
time at a distance of less than 10 feet. These units should definitely not be located at or near a place where someone will be
located for a long time. Normally, this type of unit is located outside pointing away from a house or structure, or indoors in a
rarely occupied attic or basement, and thus presents no problem when located in this manner.
We suggest that when you are sitting or working within range of the unit, you turn it off, as human presence will normally deter
the pests. Some people with good high frequency hearing will be able to hear the unit at its lower frequencies. If this occurs,
select a higher frequency.
Do not aim the product into neighboring yards or public areas, or at caged or leashed animals.
Yard Gard is intended for use on your own property only.
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WEATHER RESISTANCE – PLEASE READ
As with any electrical device, do not place the unit in or near water and do not mount it while standing in or surrounded
by water. Yard Gard is designed for use outside, but no speaker can be fully waterproof. The holes in the speaker that are
necessary for sound to escape the unit also create small vulnerabilities for water to get inside in extreme weather conditions.
Large amounts of water getting into the unit may cause it to stop functioning.
To protect your unit from damage:
1. Do not point the speaker upwards, as this will cause water to enter the unit every time it rains or snows. Face the speaker
outwards parallel to the ground.
2. Do not allow snow to accumulate around the unit
3. If severe weather is forecast and the unit is deployed in an exposed location, bring it in or protect it with a heavy-duty plastic bag.
If your unit gets wet:
In most cases, if the rings inside of the speakers get wet the sound will change slightly until the unit has a chance to dry out. If this
change in the sound does occur after rain, we recommend bringing the unit into a dry area and placing it speaker-down on a towel to
drain and air-dry, allowing it 2-3 days to completely dry before re-mounting it.
IX. MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
The YardGard is warrantied against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of six
months from the shipping date. At the option of Bird-X, Inc., we will either replace or repair
the defective unit. Prior authorization and a returned goods authorization (RGA) number will
be necessary from Bird-X, Inc.
RETURNS ARE ACCEPTED ONLY WITH AUTHORIZATION FROM OUR
CHICAGO OFFICE.
X. SYNERGY AND OTHER PRODUCTS
For best results, Bird-X, Inc. always recommends that the YardGard be used in conjunction
with one or more other products. The combination of different types of control methods has
proven to maximize the effectiveness of pest animal control programs.
Visit www.bird-x.com for more information on companion products.
Copyright 2014 by Bird-X, Inc. All rights reserved.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply: 4 x 1.5V "C" batteries
120 V AC adapter (if a different voltage
adapter is needed, please purchase locally)
Note: when using an AC adapter, the unit
will automatically switch to battery (if
batteries are in) during a power failure.
Working Current: <200 mA
Motion Sensor Activation: up to 35 x 70 feet.
Frequency: 15 kHz -25 kHz (adjustable)
Effective Range: up to 4,000 square feet
Output Sound Pressure: 90 dB @ 1 meter