DogWatch ProFence, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Owner s Guide ProFence ...

Page 2: ...Not only can you contain your dog in your yard you can also keep him out of your garden or swimming 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 in...

Page 3: ...aining Your Dog s Response the Fence Dog Personalities Traits Creating the Right Environment Safety and Avoidance Zones Adjusting the Receiver Collar Containment Training Reminders Phase 1 Audible Training Phase 2 Introduction to Correction Phase 3 Introduction to Distractions Phase 4 Introduction to Increased Distractions Phase 5 Letting Your Dog Off The Leash Phase 6 Taking your Dog Outside The ...

Page 4: ...d 3 4 beneath the surface of the yard or can lie on top of the ground e g in wooded or rocky areas It is not electrified so it can also be installed in water streams lakes etc The boundary wire can enclose up to 200 acres To work properly the boundary wire must form a continuous loop A twisted wire cancels the signal and can be used in locations where you want the dog to be able to cross the wire ...

Page 5: ...xxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx The radio signal is transmitted equidistant from the boundary wire in all directions Underground Boundary Wire IIIIlllIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIlII Signal Field Your Hidden Fence Transmitter is mounted on a wall near a power outlet The Transmitter is connected to your boundary wire through a surge pr...

Page 6: ...the 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 power line surges This product is on...

Page 7: ...he location 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 ...

Page 8: ...Dealer will adjust the range according to the personality and traits of your dog Consult your DogWatch Dealer before making any adjustments yourself Signal Field The signal field the area in which the dog s receiver collar detects the signal has two 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 h...

Page 9: ...ed by other electronic devices AutoMemory Our patented AutoMemory feature automatically adjusts the correction level of the receiver when your pet challenges the boundary When the receiver is set to one of the AutoMemory levels and the dog enters the signal field the dog will receive the correction of the initial setting If your dog leaves the signal field the receiver will automatically advance t...

Page 10: ...reached a low voltage level the status light will change from blinking green every 40 seconds to blinking red every 10 seconds This indicates that your battery is close to the end of its useful life and you should change the battery within the next 3 4 days Contact Posts The receiver comes with a set of stainless steel contact posts stainless steel or composite with stainless steel tips Your Deale...

Page 11: ... Call DogWatch at 800 793 3436 or join through the website at www dogwatch com IMPORTANT The use of any battery other than a battery authorized by DogWatch Inc can cause erratic operation of the Receiver collar or could cause permanent damage The use of any unauthorized battery will void the warranty on the receiver collar Battery Insertion Instructions R7 Battery The R7 receiver is powered by a 3...

Page 12: ...edium high Level 6 high and Level 7 extra high When the receiver is first shipped from the manufacturer it will automatically 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 ...

Page 13: ...in or stubborn dogs These settings will provide the extra correction that some dogs need as part of their training Multiple Dogs Our receivers allow you to select individual settings for each dog This means that one collar can be set to Audible Only during training while another dog is still protected with the correction feature enabled It is recommended that the Audible Only setting be used only ...

Page 14: ...e boundary created by the DogWatch Hidden Fence System check the following Is the battery status light on the receiver green or red A red light indicates it is time to change the battery 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 Tra...

Page 15: ...s differ among breeds and within the breed Every dog has its own personality Your DogWatch Dealer will ask you questions about your pet before training begins A shy or senior dog may require longer Phase 1 sessions while a gregarious or easy to distract dog may require a short Phase 1 but longer Phase 2 or 3 sessions The better you know your dog the easier the training will be for both of you Crea...

Page 16: ...s worn for prolonged periods of time it can cause skin irritation and sores necrosis 5 If the collar is too loose the dog will not receive the intended correction if he wanders into the Avoidance Zone 6 Remember to periodically check for irritation around the dog s neck 7 DogWatch strongly recommends that the collar be removed daily and when the dog is inside the house Safety and Avoidance Zones 1...

Page 17: ...bration 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 leash on his regular collar 3 Take your dog outside and play with him in the Safety Zone for a few minutes 4 Walk your dog around the perimeter of your y...

Page 18: ...inside the Safety Zone Pause a few times along the way to slap a flag and say No 4 Your Dealer has set the receiver to the training level appropriate for your dog and has helped you introduce your dog to the 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...

Page 19: ...d say No 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 1 Put the collar on your dog at least 20 minutes before going outside to train 2 Clip on the green DogWatch training leash to your dog s ...

Page 20: ... Off The 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 collar and walk him back into the yard Bring the dog into the house and call your Do...

Page 21: ...ble 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 throw a stick o...

Page 22: ...ll 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 ProFence or 1200Fence transmitter installed by an authorized Dealer equipped with a DogWatch Lightning Surge Protector and grounded to DogWatch Inc specificat...

Page 23: ...m Rate Mode Receiver Setting Receiver Setting Receiver Setting Receiver Setting Battery Type Battery Type Battery Type Battery Type Receiver Type Receiver Type Receiver Type Receiver Type Date of Change Date of Change Date of Change Date of Change Range PET NAME RECEIVER SETTINGS BATTERY HISTORY PET NAME RECEIVER SETTINGS BATTERY HISTORY PET NAME RECEIVER SETTINGS BATTERY HISTORY PET NAME RECEIVER...

Page 24: ...8 8 006 649 D708 798 and D 708 797 This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation DogWatch products are lead free and compliant with the Reduction of Hazardous Substances RoHS initiati...