Petsafe RFA-200 Manuale Utente
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Additional Boundary Wire
We recommend the use of 20 gauge insulated multi-strand copper
wire for direct burial. Extra Boundary Wire can be purchased in 500
foot spools at the store where you purchased the kit or through the
Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677.
wire for direct burial. Extra Boundary Wire can be purchased in 500
foot spools at the store where you purchased the kit or through the
Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677.
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 rectangular, Single Loop layout. Length will vary due to
the amount of twisted wire and layout used.
needed for a rectangular, Single Loop layout. Length will vary due to
the amount of twisted wire and layout used.
Acres
Feet of Wire Needed
1/4
415
1/3
480
1/2
590
1
835
2
1180
5
1870
10
2800
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Connect the Wires to the Fence Transmitter
Boundary Wire
(4A)
1. Run the Boundary Wire to the Fence Transmitter through a window, under
a door, through a crawl space vent, or any other appropriate available access.
You can also drill a hole through your wall.
You can also drill a hole through your wall.
2. Strip the ends of the Boundary Wire approximately one-half inch.
3. Insert the Boundary Wires into the Boundary Wire Terminals on the Fence
3. Insert the Boundary Wires into the Boundary Wire Terminals on the Fence
Transmitter.
4. Turn the Boundary Width Control knob to 10. This will set the Warning Zone
at the maximum width.
5. Plug the Power Adapter into the Power Jack and a 120-volt outlet.
6. The Power Light and Loop Indicator Lights should come on. If this does not
6. The Power Light and Loop Indicator Lights should come on. If this does not
happen, see the “Troubleshooting” section.
Lightning Protection (sold separately)
You may purchase a Lightning Protection Kit through the Customer Care
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Boundary Width
Control
Control
Power Light
Loop Indicator
Light
Light
Boundary Wire
Terminals
Terminals
Power
Jack
Jack
4A
Center at 1-800-732-2677. The Lightning Protection Kit protects the system against surges that travel through the
power source and/or the Boundary Wire.
power source and/or the Boundary Wire.
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Prepare the Receiver Collar
Your Receiver Collar comes with short Contact Points installed. Use the long Contact Points for pets with long or
thick hair. Tighten the Contact Points one-quarter to one-half turn beyond finger tight (5A). Check the tightness
weekly.
thick hair. Tighten the Contact Points one-quarter to one-half turn beyond finger tight (5A). Check the tightness
weekly.
To Insert and Remove the Battery
Note: Do not install the battery while the Collar Receiver is on your pet.
1. Remove the screws with a Philips screwdriver.
2. Remove the Battery Lid (5B).
3. Install a 9-volt alkaline battery (5C).
4. Replace the Battery Lid (5C).
5. Reinstall the screws. Do not over-tighten the screws.
2. Remove the Battery Lid (5B).
3. Install a 9-volt alkaline battery (5C).
4. Replace the Battery Lid (5C).
5. Reinstall the screws. Do not over-tighten the screws.
Replacement 9-volt alkaline batteries can be found at many retailers.
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