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How The DogWatch Hidden Fence is Installed

Transmitter

Inside Wall

Zip Cord

Power

Supply

Outside Wall

Surge

Protector

Ground Wire

Ground

Rod

Twisted Wire

Boundary Wire

Ground Wire

PowerPak

(optional)

11

DogWatch Performance Series System Components

•

PT4 Transmitter

•

Receiver (choice of R9 or R7)

•

Adjustable Collar Strap

•

Contact Posts (2)

•

Lock Washers (2)

•

Collar Bone

•

Multi-Tool

•

Battery

•

Surge Protector

•

Training Leash

•

Power Supply (for Transmitter)

•

PowerPak

TM

(optional)

•

Magne

t

•

Test Light

•

Contact Post Wrench

•

Battery Cap Tool

HIDDEN FENCES

POWER

10
8
6
4
2

RANGE

POWER

PAK

Summary of Contents for Performance Series

Page 1: ...PERFORMANCE SERIES OWNER S GUIDE HIDDEN FENCES ...

Page 2: ... pool DogWatch can also be attached to an existing fence to keep your pet from jumping over or digging under it We also have indoor systems that work throughout your home Keep your dog off couches and countertops out of doorways and rooms you name it Ask your DogWatch Dealer for a solution to your indoor needs To assure that your DogWatch Hidden Fence works properly please follow the training proc...

Page 3: ... Pet Friendly Containment Training Your Dog s Response To Stimulation 13 Dog Personalities Traits 13 Creating the Right Environment 13 Safety and Avoidance Zones 14 Adjusting the Receiver Collar 14 Containment Training Reminders 15 Phase 1 Audible Training 15 Phase 2 Introduction to Correction 16 Phase 3 Introduction to Distractions 17 Phase 4 Introduction to Increased Distractions 17 Phase 5 Lett...

Page 4: ...he collar and the transmitter out of the reach of children Never adjust the transmitter or receiver when your dog is wearing the collar DogWatch recommends that you unplug your transmitter from the wall outlet and disconnect the loop wire during lightning storms or when it is left unused for extended periods This will prevent possible damage from lightning and powerline surges This product is only...

Page 5: ...labeled GND The round connector on the green ground wire is attached under the screw on the outlet faceplate It will however only be effective if your outlet is properly grounded If you have any questions about having a properly grounded outlet consult your local electrician 5 Boundary Loop Plug Your system includes a zip cord with a plug on one end This plug fits into the hole marked Loop on the ...

Page 6: ...o areas The outer most part of the signal field 13 of the signal field triggers an audible warning If your pet continues further into the signal field he will receive a correction To prevent your dog from entering the signal field and remaining in the audible area causing depletion of the battery the receiver transitions from an audible warning to a short warning correction after a period of 15 se...

Page 7: ... within the next 24 hour period the receiver defaults to the original setting The AutoMemory feature operates when your Receiver Training Level is set to 4 5 or 6 FastReact Time Whether your dog strolls runs or sprints into the Avoidance Zone the receiver will react and correct within 1 8 of a second 125 Automatic Shutdown The DogWatch system is designed to protect your dog from an over correction...

Page 8: ...will flash red and green This indicates that the receiver has started properly Once started the status light will continue to flash green once every 40 seconds indicating normal operation In the event that the light does not flash check the battery to be sure that it has been inserted properly Training Level Indicator When programming the training level of your receiver see page 8 the status light...

Page 9: ...very 6 or 24 months depending on the type of receiver you own Call DogWatch at 800 793 3436 or join through the website at www dogwatch com Resetting the Low Battery Light 1 Remove the old battery 2 Before inserting a new battery let the receiver sit for five minutes with no battery 3 After five minutes insert the new battery If you forget to wait prior to inserting a new battery the low battery l...

Page 10: ...cally be set to Training Level 2 low Changing the Receiver Settings Your Dogwatch Dealer will start the training on the appropriate level according to your dog s personality and traits If you need to change the training level on the receiver hold the magnet on your multi tool to the training level adjustment location on the side of the receiver see below Hold the magnet steady and you will hear a ...

Page 11: ... D E A N D R AT E S E T T I N G S Mode A Mode A Mode A Mode B Rate 1 Rate 2 Rate 3 QuickAlertTM Transmitter Rate Fixed at Medium Slow Medium Fast Slow Slow Medium Fast Medium Slow Medium Fast Fast Fast Fast X Fast X Fast XX Fast XX Fast Audible and XXX Fast Correction are Simultaneous AutoMemoryTM self activates and advances to the next level RECEIVER TRAINING LEVELS Audible Only extra low 1 low 2...

Page 12: ...orized Dealer for service Surge Protector For maximum protection against power surges DogWatch offers both internal an external surge protection It is important that the surge protector be properly grounded This part of the system protects the transmitter from damage due to lightning power surges Your Dealer has attached it to the existing electrical source house ground or a grounding rod and then...

Page 13: ...e PowerPak optional 11 DogWatch Performance Series System Components PT4 Transmitter Receiver choice of R9 or R7 Adjustable Collar Strap Contact Posts 2 Lock Washers 2 Collar Bone Multi Tool Battery Surge Protector Training Leash Power Supply for Transmitter PowerPakTM optional Magnet Test Light Contact Post Wrench Battery Cap Tool HIDDEN FENCES POWER 10 8 6 4 2 RANGE POWERPAK ...

Page 14: ...boundary created by the DogWatch Hidden Fence System check the following Did you and your dog complete the Dealer recommended training program Is the battery in the receiver collar depleted Is the battery installed properly Is the receiver collar too loose Is the receiver operating properly Is the transmitter on and adjusted properly Is the signal field too narrow Is the Rate level too low Is the ...

Page 15: ...undary in the same direction 4 Reinforce the boundary with commands Use the commands Watch Out or Careful as you slap or shake the flags 5 Limit the training session to no more than 20 minutes Keep training consistent 6 Keep your dog on the lead in the yard for five days 7 If you are training more than one dog train each dog separately 8 Use naturally occurring distractions such as a neighbor or c...

Page 16: ... your yard Your Dealer has already begun your dog s first day of containment training Now it is your turn to continue the training Be sure to place the DogWatch receiver collar on your dog s neck before you go outside to begin training 1 The collar should be worn snugly on the dog s neck This is extremely important 2 Place no more than one thumb width between the contact post and dog s neck 3 When...

Page 17: ...the audible beep tone or feel the vibration and will not receive a correction if he enters the Avoidance Zone 1 Put the receiver collar on your dog 20 minutes before training Your dog s regular collar should be positioned below the DogWatch collar 2 Clip the green DogWatch training lead on his regular collar 3 Take your dog outside and play with him in the Safety Zone for a few minutes 4 Walk your...

Page 18: ...ate for your dog and has helped you introduce your dog to correction Phase Two will help reinforce your dog s new boundary and the consequences if he crosses the training flags Select a new location to teach your dog today Allow your dog to walk into the Avoidance Zone while saying the negative command When your dog retreats out of the Avoidance Zone after he hears the warning beep praise him for ...

Page 19: ...stant reinforce the flags and yell Watch out Repeat the exercise for no more than a total of 20 minutes 7 If your dog makes no attempt to go over to your assistant reinforce the flags end the exercise and praise your dog in the Safety Zone 8 Repeat the exercise for 2 to 5 days Then move to Phase 4 PHASE 4 2 5 days Introduction to Increased Distractions 1 Put the DogWatch receiver collar on your do...

Page 20: ...he flags every other one every other day What To Expect Off Leash 1 Your dog will run toward the flags see them and stop 2 Your dog will run into the system hear the beep warning and retreat 3 Your dog will run into the system hear the beep warning receive a correction and retreat 4 In rare cases your dog will run through the boundary Retrieve the dog Take off the receiver collar and walk him back...

Page 21: ...ceives an audible warning or a correction during the training process 4 Adjust the receiver collar test the battery regularly keep the contact posts clean 5 After the training period your dog may wear the receiver collar during the day but remove it at night Check your dog s neck area and make sure there is no irritation 6 Keep the training consistent 15 to 20 minutes once or twice a day 7 NEVER t...

Page 22: ...rmines to be defective In no event will Dogwatch Inc be liable for any special indirect or consequential damages arising out of the purchase or use of the product In no event shall DogWatch Inc s liability exceed the purchase price of the product 2 DEALER INSTALLED WARRANTY Any Performance Series or System 1200 transmitter installed by an authorized dealer equipped with a DogWatch Lightning Surge ...

Page 23: ...t Lithium Receiver Type Battery Type Date of Change Receiver Setting PET NAME RECEIVER SETTINGS BATTERY HISTORY Receiver Type Battery Type Date of Change Rate TRANSMITTER SETTINGS Mode Range System Maintenance Record Receiver Setting PET NAME RECEIVER SETTINGS BATTERY HISTORY Receiver Type Battery Type Date of Change Receiver Setting PET NAME RECEIVER SETTINGS BATTERY HISTORY Receiver Type Battery...

Page 24: ...are trademarks of DogWatch Inc The Best Buy Seal and other licensed materials are registered certification marks and trademarks of Consumers Digest Communications LLC used under license For award information visit ConsumersDigest com DogWatch products are protected under U S Patent numbers 5 353 744 5 465 687 6 079 367 6 360 698 6 467 435 6 575 120 6 825 768 and D 491 481 This device complies with...

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