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To Twist the Boundary Wire
Twisting the boundary wire cancels the signal and allows your pet to cross
over that area safely (
3B
). The signal cannot be canceled by running the wire
through plastic or metal piping. Using shielded cable in place of the boundary
wire will also not cancel the signal. Refer to figure (
3C
) for the correct method
of twisting the wire. You can twist your own wire by cutting 2 equal lengths of
boundary wire supplied and twisting them together. Anchor one end of the
wires to something secure and insert the other end in a power drill. Pull the
wire taut. The drill enables you to twist the wire quickly. Twist the boundary
wire 10 to 12 times per ft. to cancel the signal. Once you have completed your
boundary layout, insert the twisted wire into the transmitter.
To Splice or Repair the Boundary Wire
If you need additional boundary wire to expand your wire loop, you will
need to splice the wires together. Note the locations of all splices for
future reference.
Strip approximately 3/8 in. of insulation off the ends of the boundary wires to
be spliced (
3D
). Make sure the copper boundary wire is not corroded. If the
boundary wire is corroded, cut it back to expose clean copper wire.
Insert the stripped ends into the wire connector and twist the wire connector
around the wires. Ensure that there is no copper exposed beyond the end of the
wire connector. Tie a knot 3 to 4 in. from the wire connector (
3E
). Ensure that
the wire connector is secure on the wire splice.
Once you have securely spliced the wires together, open the lid of the gel-
filled splice capsule and insert the wire connector as deeply as possible
into the waterproof gel inside the capsule (
3F
). Snap the lid of the capsule
shut (
3G
). For proper system performance, the splice connection must be
waterproof.
If your splice pulls loose, the entire system will fail. Make sure your splice is
secure. Additional gel-filled splice capsules and wire connectors are available
through the Customer Care Center.
3E
3F
3G
Additional Boundary Wire
Extra direct burial boundary wire can be purchased in 500 ft. spools
at the store where you purchased the kit or through the Customer
Care Center.
Note: When adding boundary wire, it must act as a continuous loop.
The table at right indicates the approximate length of boundary wire
needed for a square Single Loop layout. Length will vary due to the
amount of twisted wire and layout used.
Connect the Wires to the Surge Protector and Fence Transmitter
Surge Protection
Lightning strikes that occur even several miles away from your installation can create power surges or
spikes which may damage your unprotected electronic pet containment system. The surge protector
included with this system is designed to protect your In-Ground Fence
™
system from surges or spikes that
can reach it via your AC power connection and/or your buried boundary wire.
10 Twists/ft.
3B
TWISTED WIRES
BOUNDARY WIRE
WATERPROOF SPLICE
CORRECT
INCORRECT
3C
1
2
3/8 in. 3/8 in.
3D
Acres
Feet of Wire Needed
1/4
415
1/3
480
1/2
590
1
835
2
1180
5
1870
Double Loop
A double loop must be used when you are not establishing the boundary zone on all sides of your property.
When using a double loop, the boundary wire must be separated by a minimum of
5 ft.
to avoid
canceling the signal. Remember that a double loop will require twice as much wire.
Sample 3 (2F): Front or Back Yard Only (Double Loop)
From the fence transmitter, run the wire to A, A to B, B to C, C to D,
D to E, E to F, make a U-turn and follow your path all the way back to A,
keeping the wire separated at least 5 ft. Twist the wire from A back to the
fence transmitter.
Sample 4 (2G): Front Boundary Only (Double Loop)
From the fence transmitter, run the wire to A, A to B, B back to A keeping
the wire separated at least 5 ft Twist the wire from A back to the
fence transmitter.
Sample 5 (2H): Lake Access (Double Loop)
From the fence transmitter, run the wire to A, A to B, make a U-turn and go
to C, C to D, D to E, make a U-turn and follow your path all the way back to
A keeping wire separated at least 5 ft. Twist the wire from A back to the
fence transmitter.
Sample 6 (2J): Wire Loop Attached to Existing Fence (Double Loop)
This layout allows you to include your existing fence as part of your layout
and keep your pet from jumping out or digging under your existing fence. It
reduces the amount of wire which will need to be buried. Run the wire from
the fence transmitter to A, A to B, B to C, C to D, D to E, E to F, make a U-turn
and follow your path all the way back to A, keeping the wire separated at
least 5 ft. Twist the wire from A back to the fence transmitter. See the “Install
the Boundary Wire” section for more information on attaching the wire to
a fence.
Position the Boundary Wire
Lay out the boundary wire using your planned boundary and test the
system BEFORE burying the wire or attaching it to an existing fence. This
will make any layout changes easier. Work carefully. A nick in the wire
insulation can diminish the signal strength and create a weak area where
your pet can escape.
Running the boundary wire parallel to and within 10 ft. of electrical wires,
neighboring containment systems, telephone wires, television or antenna
cables, or satellite dishes may cause an inconsistent signal. If you must
cross any of these, do so at 90-degree angles (perpendicularly) (
3A
).
If separating your boundary wire by at least 10 ft. from a neighboring containment system’s wire does not
reduce the inconsistent signal, contact the Customer Care Center.
E
F
B
A
D
C
E
F
C
A
D
B
5 ft.
5 ft.
2F
B
A
5 ft.
2G
E
B
D
C
A
5 ft.
2H
E
F
B
A
D
C
5 ft.
2J
90°
Boundary
Wire
Buried Cable
10 ft.
10 ft.
3A
