Petsafe pawz away PWF00-14406 Operating And Training Manual

Model Number

PWF00-14406

pawz away®

threshold

pet barrier

operating and training guide

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE BEFORE BEGINNING

Important Safety Information

Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols used in this guide

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in harm to your pet.

NOTICE is used to address safe use practices not related to personal injury.

Not for use with aggressive dogs. Do not use this product if your dog is prone to aggressive behavior. Aggressive dogs can cause severe injury or death to their owners and others. If you are not sure that this product is right for your dog, please talk to your veterinarian or a certiﬁed trainer.

• Use caution when placing Threshold Transmitter in doorway- can be trip hazard.

• Do not place Threshold Transmitter on stair step due to tripping hazard.

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This System is NOT a solid barrier. The system is designed to act as a deterrent, using Static Correction to condition pets to remain outside of the established barrier area. It is important that you reinforce training with your pet on a regular basis. Since the tolerance level to Static Correction varies from pet to pet, Radio Systems® Corporation CANNOT guarantee that the system will in all cases keep a pet outside of the established barrier area. Not all pets can be trained to avoid entering the barrier area. Therefore, if you have reason to believe that your pet may harm himself or pose a danger to others if he is not kept from entering the barrier area, you should NOT rely solely upon this system to restrict your pet. Radio Systems® Corporation shall NOT be liable for any personal injuries, property damage, injury to or death of your pet, economic loss or any consequential damages sustained as a result of any animal entering the barrier area.

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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 pet 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 pet’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 secure 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 pet’s neck; this may lead to a rash or infection.

• To prevent an unintended correction, do not perform set up procedures while the Receiver Collar is on your pet.

• If you are using a collar and leash for training, be sure the extra collar does not put pressure on the Contact Points of the Receiver Collar.

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• For proper operation, the Receiver Collar maximum operating height is 36 inches from the Threshold Transmitter.

• To avoid damage to the Threshold Transmitter, do not use on wet surfaces, in damp or wet locations or around swimming pools. This product is designed for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain or snow.

• To avoid potential damage to your Threshold Transmitter, do not stand or step on Threshold Transmitter.

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Thank you for choosing PetSafe® brand. You and your pet deserve a companionship that includes memorable moments and a shared understanding together. Our products provide you with the tools and technologies to successfully train your pet. If you have any questions about our products or training your pet, please visit our website at www.petsafe.net or contact our Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677.

To get the most protection out of your warranty, please register your product within 30 days at www.petsafe.net. By registering and keeping your receipt, you will enjoy the product’s full warranty and should you ever need to call the Customer Care Center, we will be able to help you faster. Most importantly, we will never give or sell your valuable information to anyone. Complete warranty information is available online at www.petsafe.net.

Table of Contents

Components .............................................................................................. 7

Other Items You May Need ...................................................................... 7

Operating Guide ..................................................................................... 9

Placement of the Threshold Transmitter ............................................... 9

Set Up the Threshold Transmitter ....................................................... 10

Test the Barrier Area ........................................................................... 11

Fit the Receiver Collar on Your Pet ..................................................... 13

To Re-Thread the Collar ...................................................................... 15

Receiver Collar Batteries ..................................................................... 16

Additional Features ............................................................................. 17

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Training Guide ...................................................................................... 18

Begin Your Pet’s First Session ............................................................. 18

Further Training ................................................................................... 19

Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 21

Compliance ............................................................................................. 23

Customer Care International ................................................................... 24

Perchlorate Battery ................................................................................. 24

Warranty .................................................................................................. 25

Components

Other Items You May

Threshold Transmitter

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• Drill

Mounting

Screws

Receiver Collar

Test Light Tool

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Mounting

Anchors

(2) 3-V Lithium

Batteries for

Receiver Collar

Mounting

Strips

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292 mm (11.5 Inches)

414-2341

Mounting Template

• Screw Driver

• Non-metallic collar and leash

• Scissors

• Lighter

How the System Works

The PetSafe® Pawz Away® Threshold Pet Barrier keeps your pet from entering or leaving a certain room, from going up or down stairs, off of furniture, etc. Just place the Threshold Transmitter near the area your pet should avoid. The Threshold Pet Barrier transmits an adjustable elliptical radio signal. Your pet wears a Receiver Collar with Contact Points that touch his neck. When your pet enters the Barrier Area, he’ll hear a series of audible tones from the Receiver Collar and he will feel a safe Progressive Static Correction, delivered through the Contact Points on his neck. The Progressive Static Correction will get his attention, but will not cause harm. The correction continues until your pet leaves the Barrier Area. The PetSafe® Pawz Away® Threshold Pet Barrier has been proven safe, comfortable, and effective for pets at least 6 months old and 5 pounds or more.

Key Definitions

Threshold Transmitter: Transmits an adjustable range wireless radio signal. Barrier Area: Area that you want to prevent your pet from gaining access. Mode Button: Turns Threshold Transmitter ON/OFF and adjusts the range level setting. Mode Switch, Standard Mode: Uses normal transmission rate for extended battery life. Mode Switch, Training Mode: Uses higher transmission rate for faster response. Receiver Collar: Receives the radio signal when located within the range setting of the

Threshold Transmitter. Contact Points: Deliver the safe Progressive Static Correction when your pet enters the Barrier Area. Progressive Static Correction: Static Correction begins at the lowest level and automatically increases to maximum within 3 seconds of ﬁrst detection in the Barrier Area in the Standard Mode or within 2 seconds in the Training Mode.

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Mode Switch

Battery Door

LED Indicator

Mode Button

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Open Battery

Contact Points

OPEN

OFF

On/Off Dial

Barrier

Area

Threshold

Transmitter

Receiver

Collar

Operating Guide

Receiver

Collar

Receiver

Collar

Step

Placement of the Threshold Transmitter

The Threshold Transmitter emits a radio signal from all sides in an elliptical pattern. The signal may transmit through a wall or the ceiling/ﬂoor. The Threshold Transmitter can be placed laying ﬂat on a surface or mounted on a stair riser or wall. If you choose to mount the Threshold Transmitter, note that the signal becomes very directional—the signal will be strongest directly above the unit. The signal is weakest to the side of the unit (1A).

• Use caution when placing Threshold Transmitter in doorway – can be trip hazard.

• Do not place Threshold Transmitter on stair step due to tripping hazard.

• To avoid potential damage to your Threshold Transmitter, do not stand or step on Threshold Transmitter.

Do not:

• Mount unit on a metal wall • Place Threshold Transmitter near large metal objects such as refrigerators, washers, etc.

• Place Threshold Transmitter on metal surfaces • Place Threshold Transmitter near audio speakers

• Place within 8 feet of other Pawz Away Pet Barriers

Note: We do not recommend positioning the Threshold Transmitter vertically in the doorway or hallway. The performance will not be optimal. For collar activation, the collar might have to be closer to the Threshold Transmitter.

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