PetSafe Wireless Fence Receiver Collar for Stubborn Dogs User Manual

Stay & Play®
Wireless Fence
Receiver Collar for
Stubborn Dog

PIF00-13672
Product Manual

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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 PetSafe ® Stay & Play ® Wireless Fence Receiver Collar for Stubborn Dogs is designed to give your pet maximum
freedom while keeping him safe.
We know that safe pets make happy owners. Before getting started, please take a moment to read through the important safety information. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Hereinafter Radio Systems Corporation, Radio Systems PetSafe  Europe Ltd., Radio Systems Australia Pty Ltd., and any other affiliate or brand of Radio Systems Corporation may be referred to collectively as “We” or “Us.”

Important Safety Information

Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols used in this product manual

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 that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in harm to your pet.
NOTICE is used to address safe use practices not related to personal injury.

•  Not for use with aggressive dogs. Do not use this product if your dog is prone to aggressive behavior. Aggressive dogs can cause severe injury or death to their owners and others. If you are not sure that this product is right for your dog, please talk to your veterinarian or a certified trainer.
• The battery should be charged in areas with temperatures ranging from 32°F to 104°F / 0°C to 40°C. Recharging the battery outside of its temperature range can cause the battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.
• This device contains Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) batteries; never incinerate, puncture, deform, short-circuit, or charge with an inappropriate charger. Fire, explosion, property damage, or bodily harm may occur if this warning is not followed.

This product is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children.

This PetSafe® Stay & Play® Wireless Fence for Stubborn Dogs is NOT a solid barrier. The system is designed to act as a deterrent to remind pets y Static Correction to remain in the boundary established. It is important that you reinforce training with your pet on a regular basis. Since the tolerance level to Static Correction varies from pet to pet, Radio Systems Corporation CANNOT guarantee that the system will, in all cases, keep a pet within the established boundary. Not all pets can be trained to avoid crossing the boundary! Therefore, if you have reason to believe that your pet may pose a danger to others or harm himself if he is not kept from crossing the boundaries, you should NOT rely solely upon the PetSafe® Stay & Play® Wireless Fence for Stubborn Dogs to confine your pet. Radio Systems Corporation shall NOT be liable for any property damage, economic loss, or any consequential damages, sustained as a result of any animal crossing the boundary.

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 dog 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.
•  Never connect a lead to the electronic collar; it will cause excessive pressure on the contacts.
• When using a separate collar for a lead, don’t put pressure on the electronic collar.
• Wash the dog’s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth.
• Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore.
• If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed.
• If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
• For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis, please visit our website.

These steps will help keep your pet secure and comfortable. Millions of pets are comfortable while they wear stainless steel contacts. Some pets are sensitive to contact pressure. You may find after some time that your pet is very tolerant of the collar.
If so, you may relax some of these precautions. It is important to continue daily checks of the contact area. If redness or sores are found, discontinue use until the skin has fully healed.

• You may need to trim the hair in the area of the Contact Points. Never shave the dog’s neck; this may lead to a rash or infection.
• Always remove your dog’s Receiver Collar before performing any Transmitter testing.
• The Receiver Collar should not be on your dog when the system is tested. Your pet may receive an unintended correction.
• If you use a collar and leash for training, be sure the extra collar does not put pressure on the contact points.
• Never remove power from the system when the collar is on the pet. This may activate the Receiver Collar.

Do not charge your Receiver Collar every night.
Charging too often can reduce battery life. Charge your Receiver Collar when the Receiver Indicator Light blinks yellow; or when the light blinks red.

How the System Works

The PetSafe® Stay & Play® Wireless Fence for Stubborn Dogs has been proven safe, comfortable, and effective for pets over 5 pounds.
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. When your pet reaches the Boundary Zone, the Receiver Collar gives a warning tone before delivering a
safe Static Correction through the Contact Points to get his attention until he returns to the Pet Area.

Key Definitions

Receiver Collar: Receives the radio signal from the Transmitter.
Mode Button: Turns Receiver on/off and adjusts the level of Static Correction your pet receives outside the Pet Area.

Receiver Indicator Light: Indicates the level of correction at which the Receiver Collar is set. This light also indicates battery status.
Contact Points: Deliver the safe Static Correction when your pet moves into the Boundary Zone.
Receiver Charger: Charges the batteries inside the Receiver Collar
Receiver Charge Jack: Connection point for charging Receiver battery.

Receiver Collar

Step 1. Charge the Receiver Collar

The Receiver Collar Charger is designed to plug into a standard AC wall outlet. The Receiver Collar light will glow red when the Receiver Charger is properly seated into the Receiver Charge Jack. The light will turn green when charging is complete. A built-in safety circuit prevents the Receiver Collar from overcharging.
The Receiver Collar will achieve a full charge in 2-3 hours. Each charge can last up to 3 weeks depending upon the frequency of use.

• Do not charge your Receiver Collar every night. Frequent charging can have a negative effect on the battery. We recommend that the Receiver Collar be used until the Receiver Indicator Light blinks yellow or red.

To charge the Receiver Collar, lift and slide the Receiver Collar strap away from the front of the unit (1A). Lift the rubber plug to allow access to the Receiver Charge Jack.
The rubber plug needs to remain attached to the Receiver Collar. Plug the Receiver Charger into the Receiver Charge Jack on the Receiver Collar. The Receiver Charge Jack and Receiver Charger are keyed to fit one way. Do not force it in backward.

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.

Turning the Receiver Collar ON
Press and hold the Mode Button continuously for 5 seconds (2B). The Green or Yellow or Red Receiver Indicator Light will turn ON for 5 seconds (2C) to indicate battery status, followed by the Red Receiver Indicator Light flashing the Static Correction Level Settings.

Turning the Receiver Collar OFF
Press and hold the Mode Button continuously for 5 seconds. The Red Receiver Indicator Light will be ON during this time. The Red Receiver Indicator Light will then turn OFF and all Receiver Indicator Lights will stay OFF indicating that the unit is turned OFF.
To extend the time between charging the Receiver Collar, consider turning OFF the Receiver Collar when it is not in use.

Receiver Collar Status Indicators
The Receiver Collar Status Indicator Light along with the Receiver Collar Alarm Tone is 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.
During normal operation, the Receiver Collar Indicator Light will flash every 4-5 seconds to indicate the battery status as shown in the table below.

Receiver Collar Status Indicator Table

While Plugged into Receiver Charger

Customer Care Center

After Removing from Receiver Charger

Continuous green or yellow
or red (5 seconds duration)| No tone| Battery Charge Indication.
Occurs immediately after unplugging the charger from the Receiver Collar
Operating Battery Status
Slow blinking green (every 4-5 seconds)| No tone| Collar battery charge 100%-60%
Slow blinking yellow (every 4-5 seconds)| No tone| Collar battery charge 60%-20%
Slow blinking red (every 4-5 seconds)| No tone| Collar battery charge 20% or less, charge immediately

Receiver Activation Status

Fast pulsating green (3 flashes per second)| Warning tone| Warning tone
Fast pulsating red (3 flashes per second)| Tone for

duration of

Static Correction

| Static Correction being delivered up to 15 seconds
Continuous green (10 seconds)| No tone| Over Correction Protection; collar locked for 10 seconds

To Set the Static Correction Level

Read all steps before attempting to set the Static Correction Level.

1. Press the Mode Button and release (2B) when the Receiver Indicator Light illuminates Red (2C).
2. The Receiver Indicator Light will emit a series of Red flashes representing the Static Correction Level.
3. Increase the Static Correction Level by pressing and releasing the Mode Button within 5 seconds of the previous series of flashes.
   The Static Correction levels increase in strength from 1 to 6. Pushing the Correction Level Button while the Receiver Collar is on level
   6 will cause the Receiver Collar to revert to level 1. Refer to the Function and Response Table to choose the Static Correction level
   that best fits your pet.

Function and Response Table

Indicator Light Response| Static Correction Level| Receiver Collar Function
1 Red Flash| 1| No Static Correction, Tone Only
2 Red Flashes| 2| Low Static Correction
3 Red Flashes| 3| Medium-Low Static Correction
4 Red Flashes| 4| Medium Static Correction
5 Red Flashes| 5| Medium-High Static Correction
6 Red Flashes| 6| High Static Correction

Over Correction Protection

If your pet enters the Boundary Zone or continues anywhere beyond the Pet Area, this feature limits the Static Correction duration to 15 seconds. While the system locks out further Static Correction, the green light will remain on for 10 seconds.
In the unlikely event that your pet leaves the Pet Area, he will not receive a Static Correction upon return to the Pet Area.

Step 3 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.
See important safety information on pages 5-7.
To assure a proper fit, please follow these steps:

1. Make sure Transmitter is not plugged in, and the receiver is turned off.

2. Start with your pet standing comfortably (3A).

3. To make it easier to hear the warning beep, place the Receiver Collar on your pet with the logo side of the Receiver facing your pet’s chin.

4.  Center the Contact Points underneath your pet’s neck, touching the skin.
   You may need to trim the hair in the area of the Contact Points. Never shave the dog’s neck; this may lead to a rash or infection.

5. 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 (3B).
   Allow your pet to wear the collar for several minutes then recheck the fit. Check the fit again as your pet becomes more comfortable with the Receiver Collar.
   

6. Trim the collar as follows (3C):
   a. Mark the desired length of the Receiver Collar with a pen. Allow for growth if your pet is young or grows a thick winter coat.
   b. Remove the Receiver Collar from your pet and cut off the excess.
   c. Before placing the Receiver Collar back onto your pet, seal the edge of the cut collar by applying a flame along the frayed edge.
   

To Re-Thread the Collar

The slide buckle prevents the collar from becoming loose around your pet’s neck.

The ridges must be facing up; the collar will slip if it is not properly threaded.

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

Taking Your Pet Out of the Pet Area

Important: Remove the Receiver Collar and leave it in the Pet Area.
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.

Option 2: Replace the Receiver Collar with a regular collar and leash. Walk your pet out of the Pet Area while giving a command such as “OK” at a specific place of the Boundary Zone (the end of your driveway, sidewalk, etc.). Always leave the Pet Area with a leash at this place and your pet will associate leaving the Pet Area only on a leash, only at this place, and only with a person. You may initially need to convince your pet to leave the Pet Area with a food treat and lots of praise.
Note : You may also carry your pet out of the Pet Area.

Troubleshooting

The Receiver Collar is not beeping when setting up the Boundary Zone.|

• Make sure the Receiver Collar is turned on and Battery Status Lights are flashing every 4-5 seconds
• Charge Receiver Collar
• The beep 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 the Boundary Zone.
• Check that the Transmitter is set up according to directions.

The Receiver Collaris not beeping or administering a Static Correction.|

• Make sure the Receiver Collar is turned on and Battery Status Lights are flashing every 4-5 seconds
• Charge Receiver Collar
• Check that the Transmitter is plugged into a working 120-volt outlet, the Power Light is on, and the Transmitter controls are set at your desired settings.

The Receiver Collar is beeping everywhere.|

• Check that the Transmitter is plugged into a working standard 120-volt outlet, the Power Light is on, and the Transmitter controls are set at your desired settings.
• Bring Receiver Collar within 10 feet of the Transmitter to reset.
• Make sure no continuous alarm is sounding on the Transmitter.

The Receiver Collar is beeping inside the house.|

• It is recommended to remove the Receiver Collar from your pet when indoors to avoid activation of the Receiver Collar.
• Make sure the Transmitter is plugged in and set up according to the directions.
• Ensure the entire house is within the Pet Area. The Transmitter may need to be moved to adjust the Pet Area to include the entire house.
• If relocating the Transmitter, remove the Receiver Collar from your pet before removing power from the Transmitter.

My pet is receiving a Static Correction in his metal crate.|

• The Receiver Collar activates when it loses the Transmitter signal.  The metal crate may block the Transmitter signal which causes the Receiver Collar to activate.
• Remove the Receiver Collar from your pet when placing him in his metal crate.

The Boundary Zone seems to fluctuate.|

• This is normal for the electromagnetic field of the Stay & Play® Wireless Fence for Stubborn Dogs. The field may be affected by surrounding “electronic noise,” which can cause it to fluctuate up to 5%.
• Where the Receiver Collar activates is influenced by the speed and orientation of the Receiver Collar as your pet enters the Boundary Zone.

The Receiver Collar activates in the middle of the yard.|

• The Receiver Collar activates when it loses the Transmitter signal. This sometimes occurs if a large metal object is between the Receiver Collar and Transmitter, if the orientation of the Receiver Collar changes near the Boundary Zone, or if the surrounding “electronic noise” interferes with the signal.
  If this continues to occur, consider relocating the Transmitter and resetting the Pet Area.

The Receiver Collar is beeping but my pet is not responding to the Static Correction.|

• Make sure the Static Correction Level is set at 2 or above.
• Test the Receiver Collar with the Test Light.
• If the Test Light flashes, check the fit of the Receiver Collar.
• Trim your pet’s fur where the Contact Points touch the neck and/or switch to the longer Contact Points.
• Contact Points must be in contact with the dog’s skin.
• Increase the Static Correction Level.
• Repeat training steps to reinforce training.

My pet reacts strongly to the Static Correction and has become fearful.|

• Lower the Static Correction Level.
• Make sure you are in control of the situation when your pet receives his first Static Corrections (have him on a leash attached to a separate, non-metallic collar) and lead him into the Pet Area and praise him. If your pet remains fearful, suspend training and start again the next day. Make sure to end all training sessions on a positive note with lots of praise and play.

I was setting up the Pet Area and after I turned down the Boundary Control Dial, the Receiver Collar would no longer beep or correct.|

• You may have turned the Boundary Control Dial down too quickly, causing the Receiver Collar to go into power-fail mode. This is a safety feature designed to protect your pet when power to the Transmitter goes out. With the Receiver Collar within 10 feet of the Transmitter, readjust the Boundary Control Dial and reset the Boundary Zone, making sure to turn the dial down slowly.

My next-door neighbor has an In-Ground Containment System and the Receiver dollar does not activate near their property|

• Your neighbor’s In-Ground Fence signal may interfere with the operation of the Receiver Collar preventing activation close to their fence. To minimize the interference, reduce the size of the Pet Area or move the Transmitter away from the In-Ground Fence System.
• Adjust the Pet Area so that the Receiver Collar activates at least 5 feet beyond the reduced Boundary setting when walking towards the In-Ground Fence.

The Receiver Collar has injured my pet’s neck.|

• Failing to follow the important safety information at the front of the Operating Guide has caused pressure ulcers.  Some descriptions of advanced pressure ulcers describe the sores as looking like burns on the dog’s neck. Be assured that electronic collars do not use enough energy to create electrical burns. The energy in an output pulse is only a few thousandths of a Joule; it is similar in nature to the static pulse that you may feel when getting out of your car.  In some cases, pressure ulcers are described as chemical burns.  The battery in your Receiver Collar is sealed, in addition, your collar’s housing is also sealed. This redundant sealing makes it virtually impossible, without misuse or abuse, for your Receiver Collar battery to leak onto your pet’s neck. Please review and follow the important safety information on pages 6-8, and the instructions in Step 3 under the heading “Fit the Receiver Collar” on pages 22-25.

Test Light Instructions

1. Make sure the Receiver Collar Battery is properly charged. Set the Correction Level to 2 or above.
2. Hold the Test Light Contacts to the Contact Points.
3. Walk toward the Boundary Zone holding the Receiver Collar at your pet’s neck level until the Test Light flashes. Save Test Light for future testing.

Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability

1. Terms of Use
   The use of this product is subject to your acceptance without modification of the terms, conditions and notices contained with this product. Use of this product implies acceptance of all such terms, conditions, and notices. If you do not wish to accept these terms, conditions, and notices, please return the product, unused, in its original packaging and at your own cost and risk to the relevant Customer Care location together with proof of purchase for a full refund.

2. Proper Use
   Proper Use includes, without limitation, reviewing the entire Product Manual and any specific safety information statements. The specific temperament or size/weight of your pet may not be suitable for this product. If you are unsure whether this product is appropriate for your pet, please consult your veterinarian or certified trainer prior to use. For products used with pets where training is desired, Radio Systems Corporation recommends that these training products are not used if your pet is
   aggressive and accepts no liability for determining suitability in
   individual cases.

3. No Unlawful or Prohibited Use
   This product is designed for use with pets only. This product is not intended to harm, injure or provoke. Using this product in a way that is not intended could result in a violation of Federal, State or local laws.

4. Limitation of Liability
   In no event shall Radio Systems Corporation or any of its associated companies be liable for (i) any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damage and/or (ii) any loss or damages whatsoever arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of this product. The Purchaser assumes all risks and liability from the use of this product to the fullest extent permissible by law.

5. Modification of Terms and Conditions
   Radio Systems Corporation reserves the right to change the terms, conditions and notices governing this product from time to time. If such changes have been notified to you prior to your use of this product, they shall be binding on you as if incorporated herein.

Compliance

FCC
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: 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 in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a specific installation. If interference does occur to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from t at to which the receiver is connected.
• Contact the Customer Care Center at +1 800-732-2677.
  CAUTION: Modification or changes to this equipment not expressly approved by Radio Systems Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Australia
This device complies with the applicable EMC requirements specified by the ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority).

Customer Care I nternational

USA & Canada — Tel: 800-732-2677
Monday – Friday 8 AM – 8 PM / Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM
Australia — Tel: 1800 786 608
Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 5 PM
New Zealand — Tel: 0800 543 054
Monday – Friday 10:30 AM – 7 PM

Warranty

This product has the benefit of a limited manufacturer’s warranty.
Complete details of the warranty applicable to this Product and its terms can be found at petsafe.com and/or are available by contacting your local Customer Care Center.

Radio Systems Corporation
10427 PetSafe Way
Knoxville, TN 37932
+1 800-732-2677
petsafe.com
YU400-1623/2
©2021 Radio Systems Corporation

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