PetSafe 700 Series 2 Way Pet Door Installation Guide
- June 20, 2024
- PetSafe
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PetSafe 700 Series 2 Way Pet Door
Product Information
Specifications
- Series: 700 Series
- Available Sizes: Small, Medium, Large
- Compatible with: Wooden doors, Brick walls, PVC/uPVC/metal structures
Product Usage Instructions:
Measurement and Marking
- Measure your pet’s shoulder height.
- For Wooden doors, PVC/uPVC, and metal structures:
- Small: 185 mm x 158 mm
Optional Tunnel Installation:
- Install the optional tunnel if needed.
Pet Door Installation
- Follow the step-by-step instructions for installing the pet door.
Replacement Flap Installation
- Follow the provided instructions for replacing the flap.
Pet Door Cleaning
- Clean the pet door regularly to maintain hygiene.
FAQ
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Q: How do I choose the correct size for my pet?
A: Measure your pet’s shoulder height and refer to the sizing guide in the manual to select the appropriate size. -
Q: Can this pet door be installed in all types of walls?
A: The pet door is suitable for installation in wooden doors, brick walls, and PVC/uPVC/metal structures as per the provided guidelines.
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 with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
WARNING
When children are present in the home, it is important to consider the pet
door during child proofing activities, the pet door may be misused by a child
resulting in the child accessing potential hazards that may be on the other
side of the pet door. Purchasers/Homeowners with swimming pools should ensure
that the pet door is monitored at all times and that the swimming pool has
adequate barriers to entry. If a new hazard is created inside or outside of
your home, which may be accessed through the pet door, Radio Systems
Corporation recommends that you properly guard access to the hazard or remove
the pet door. The closing panel or lock, if applicable, is provided for
aesthetic and energy efficiency purposes and is not intended as a security
device. Radio Systems Corporation will not be liable for unintended use and
the purchaser of this product accepts full responsibility for oversight of the
opening it creates.
CAUTION
The user, prior to installation, must become familiar with all building
codes that may affect the installation of the pet door and determine, along
with a licensed contractor, its suitability in a given installation. This pet
door is not a fire door. It is important for the owner and contractor to
consider any risks that may be present inside or outside of the pet door, and
any risks that may be created by subsequent changes to your property and how
they may relate to the existence and use, including misuse of the pet door.
NOTICE
Keep these instructions with important papers; be sure to transfer these
instructions to the new owner of the property.
Your PetSafe® Pet Door…
Thank you for choosing the PetSafe® Brand. Our mission is to be the most
trusted brand in the pet ownership experience. We want to ensure your pet’s
safety by providing you with the products and techniques to create the most
comfortable lifestyle for your pet. If you have any questions, please contact
the Customer Care Centre. For a listing of Customer Care Centre telephone
numbers, visit our website at www.petsafe.net.
To get the most protection out of your warranty, please register your product
within 30 days at www.petsafe.net. By registering
and keeping your receipt, you will enjoy the product’s full warranty and
should you ever need to call the Customer Care Centre, we will be able to help
you faster. Most importantly, your valuable information will never be given or
sold to anyone. Complete warranty information is available online at
www.petsafe.net.
Please note: For Small variants of this pet door, an optional tunnel extension
suitable for most thickness of doors upto 50 mm (2”) is available to purchase
if required. Please contact PetSafe® Customer Care Centre.
All PetSafe® pet doors are suitable to fit any door, wall or partition
although additional materials and competent DIY skills may be required.
Before installing your pet door please read the following step-by-step instructions carefully.
Tools required
- Pencil
- Ruler
- Jig or Keyhole Saw
- Drill
- 5 mm (3/16”) drill bit
- Screwdriver
- Tape measure
- Glue
- Sand paper
Measurement and marking
Measure the belly height of your pet (Fig. 1).
Mark this measurement on the outside of your door and draw a straight
horizontal line (Fig. 2).
Please bear in mind that this line will eventually be the bottom of the hole
you will cut in your door and that the frame of the pet door will be slightly
lower. If necessary, this line may have to be raised slightly to account for
this.
Cutting a hole for your pet door
- In Wood and PVC/uPVC/Metal The hole that you cut will depend on the size of pet door you have purchased:
- Small: 185 mm x 158 mm (7 1/4” x 6 1/4”)
- Medium: 281 mm x 237 mm (11 1⁄8” x 9 3/8”)
- Large: 370 mm x 314 mm (14 5⁄8” x 12 3/8”)
- In Walls Fits brick walls
Follow the instructions for “Wood and PVC/uPVC/Metal”, by using the enclosed
cutting template. Please note that additional tools, materials and competent
DIY skills may be required.
FOR SAFETY REASONS IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED TO FIT THIS PRODUCT IN GLASS.
Optional tunnel fitting
For Small variants of this pet door, an optional tunnel extension suitable for
most thickness of doors up to 50 mm (2”) is available to purchase if required.
Please contact PetSafe® Customer Care Centre.
Measure the depth of the hole cut in your door and cut the 4 tunnel pieces to
this depth (X). Connect the 4 tunnel pieces together in a square shape as
indicated and fix the tunnel onto the external frame (with flap) of the pet
door.
PLEASE NOTE: additional sanding/trimming of the cut out aperture may be required when fitting the tunnel. It is recommended that the tunnels be glued on to the frame and each other.
Fitting your pet door
Your PetSafe® pet door is fitted with the closing panel on the inside of your
house.
If using the optional tunnel, it should be fitted at this stage – please refer
to the details on the previous page.
From the outside of the house, temporarily place the external frame (with
flap) into the hole and mark the screw holes as indicated (Fig. 4).
Position the internal and external frames onto the door and use 4 screws and
nuts to screw into place through the holes drilled previously. Be sure not to
over tighten the screws (Fig. 6).
If the screws are too long they may need to be cut down to match the depth of
your door. Using over long screws may damage the pet door. The screws should
be removed from the pet door before cutting. File down to ensure there are no
sharp edges.
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Your PetSafe® pet door is now ready to use.
Training your pet to use the pet door
- Most pets will learn to use the pet door almost at once but there are a few who may be a little nervous at first. The following tips will help your pet to take full advantage of the outdoor freedom and indoor comfort – which you want for your pet – and which your new pet door provides.
- The most important rule is to be patient with your pet. Don’t be in a hurry. Let your pet work out for itself that it can go in and out of doors. Don’t force it through the flap or it may become frightened.
- Many pet owners install pet doors when they move house. If this applies to you, make sure that your pet is familiar with his or her surroundings before you fit the pet door. Take it on supervised trips outdoors on a lead and make sure it also feels secure and comfortable in its new indoor environment. Cats especially can develop long lasting fears in unfamiliar surroundings.
- Once you have installed your pet door, leave the flap open for some time. You can do this by using a long strip of masking tape; open the flap and use the tape to keep it held open by fixing the other end of the tape to the surface above. Make sure that the fixing is secure so that the flap can not fall down accidentally. Let your pet become familiar with it and go in and out freely.
- Establish a motive for your pet to use the door. For cats, a good one is food. First feed the cat near the door, inside and then near the door outside. Repeat as often as you need to. Most cats, especially kittens, also have a strong urge for freedom, perhaps to hunt. Cats are also social creatures – they enjoy the company of other cats. This can be another reason for them to explore outside.
- Dogs can be trained to use the pet door in a matter of hours. Dogs respond to encouragement, repetition and especially play, so why not use the door as part of a game? E.g. throwing a ball through the pet door. Pat and congratulate the dog when the pet door is used appropriately. Repeat several times congratulating the dog every time he uses the pet door.
- If this is something new to your pet, it may take some patience to teach your pet how to use it. When your pet makes progress give them a lot of praise – they’ve earned it!
Replacement Flap Fitting Instructions
- From the inside of the house, remove the closing panel (if in use).
- From the outside of the house, lift up the U-shape of plastic to reveal the four screw heads.
- Using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the screws from the outside and the nuts on the inside. The internal and external frames should now come away from the door.
- Firmly but carefully prise the flap and U-shape assembly from the external frame.
- Remove the flap from the U-shape by taking the flap hinges out of the U- shape bearings.
- Replace the new flap into the U-shape ensuring that the word PetSafe® reads from left to right.
- Re-position the flap and the U-shape assembly back into the external frame.
- Align the internal and external frames back onto the door and re-fit using the four screws and nuts. Replace closing panel if appropriate.
Replacement flaps are available online at www.petsafe.net or by contacting the Customer Care Centre. For a listing of Customer Care Centre telephone numbers, visit our website at www.petsafe.net.
Cleaning the pet door
Your pet door is constructed in the highest quality material with a toughened
flap and has been designed to last for many years.
To maintain its appearance, occasional wiping with a damp cloth is all that is
necessary.
Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability
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Terms of Use
Use of this Product is subject to your acceptance without modification of the terms, conditions and notices contained herein. 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 centre together with proof of purchase for a full refund. -
Proper Use
This Product is designed for use with pets where training is desired. The specific temperament or size/weight of your pet may not be suitable for this Product (please refer to this Installation Guide for details). Radio Systems Corporation recommends that this Product is not used if your pet is aggressive and accepts no liability for determining suitability in individual cases. If you are unsure whether this Product is appropriate for your pet, please consult your veterinarian or certified trainer prior to use. Proper use includes, without limitation, reviewing the entire Installation Guide and any specific Caution statements. -
No Unlawful or Prohibited Use
This Product is designed for use with pets only. This pet training device is not intended to harm, injure or provoke. Using this Product in a way that is not intended could result in violation of Federal, State or local laws. -
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall Radio Systems Corporation or any of its associated companies be liable for (i) any indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damage and/or (ii) any loss or damages whatsoever arising out of or connected with the misuse of this Product. The Purchaser assumes all risks and liability from the use of this Product to the fullest extent permissible by law. For the avoidance of doubt, nothing in this clause 4 shall limit Radio Systems Corporation’s liability for human death or personal injury or fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation. -
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.
All PetSafe® pet doors are suitable for any door, wall or partition although additional materials may be required. This product is designed for the convenience of you and your pet. It is not possible to fully guarantee the exclusion of all other animals in all circumstances. Radio Systems Corporation will not accept liability for any damage or inconvenience caused by unwanted animals who may gain access to your home. In keeping with accepted standards of parental care, children should be supervised at all times.
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