Petsafe IN-GROUND FENCE PIG00-10773 - Manual (Page 3)

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This PetSafe ® In-Ground Fence ™ is not a solid barrier. This system is
designed to act as a deterrent to remind pets by Static Correction to
remain in the boundary established. It is important that you reinforce
training with your pet on a regular basis.
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 safe 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.
• The receiver collar should not be on your dog when the system
is tested. Your pet may receive an unintended correction.
• The Boundary Width of the system must be tested whenever
an adjustment is made to the containment field to prevent
unintended corrections to your pet.
• If you use a collar and leash for training, be sure the extra collar
does not put pressure on the contact points.
• Always remove your dog’s receiver collar before performing any
transmitter testing.
• If possible, DO NOT use an AC circuit protected with a Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) or Residual Current Device (RCD).
In rare cases, nearby lightning strikes may cause the GFCI or RCD
to trip. Without power your dog may be vulnerable to escape. You
will have to reset the GFCI or RCD to restore power to the system.