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Step 10: Bury the Boundary Wire
• Underground cables can carry high voltage. Have all underground cables marked before you dig to bury your
wire. In most areas, this is a free service. Avoid these cables when you dig.
• Before you begin installing the boundary wire, turn the fence transmitter off and unplug the adapter from the
surge protector.
Burying the boundary wire is recommended to protect it and prevent
disabling the system.
1. Cut a trench 1–3 inches deep along your planned boundary. It
only needs to be as wide as the wire.
Quick Tip:
We have tried lots of tools. Lawn trenchers, which you
can often rent from a local hardware store, work great and make for
a quick job. You can also use a flat shovel, like a trenching shovel.
2. Place the boundary wire into the trench maintaining some slack to
allow it to expand and contract with temperature variations.
3. Use a blunt tool such as a wooden paint stick to push the
boundary wire into the trench. Be careful not to damage the
boundary wire insulation.
Utilizing an Existing Fence
The boundary wire can be attached to a chain link fence, split
rail fence or a wooden privacy fence. The boundary wire can be
attached as high as needed. However, make sure the boundary
width is set at a high enough range for your pet to receive the signal.
If using a double loop (Traditional mode only) with an existing fence
at least 5 ft. tall, run the boundary wire on top of the fence and return
it on the bottom of the fence to get the 5 ft. separation needed.
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Chain Link Fence (10A):
Weave the boundary wire through the links or use plastic
quick ties.
•
Wooden Split Rail or Privacy Fence (10A):
Use staples to attach the boundary wire. Avoid puncturing the
insulation of the boundary wire.
•
Double Loop with an Existing Fence:
Run the boundary wire on top of the fence and return it on the
bottom of the fence to get the 5 ft. separation needed.
•
Gate (Single Loop) (10B):
Bury the boundary wire in the ground across the gate opening.
Note:
The signal is still active across the gate. Your pet cannot
pass through an open gate.
•
Gate (Double Loop) (10B):
Bury both boundary wires across the gate opening while keeping
them 5 ft. apart.
Follow all safety instructions for your power tools. Be sure to always wear your safety goggles.
Single Loop
Double Loop
5'
5'
10B
Weave Wire Into Fence
Staple Wire Into Fence
10A
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