Instant Fence Directions

Many homeowners who don't have fences are afraid to allow their pets to roam the yard. The Instant Fence is designed to keep pets in the yard without a physical barrier. The pet must wear a receiver attached to a collar around his neck. When he struts past the safe zone, an irritating pulse will shock his body until he returns to the safe zone. The Instant Fence is safe for pets, but the collar must not be too tight around his neck or it may cause a rash.

Things You'll Need

  • Paper and pencil, or plot survey
  • Compass
  • Philips screwdriver
  • Scissors
  • Lighter or match
  • Leash
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Instructions

  1. Prepare the Boundaries

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      Draw a sketch of your property, or use a plot survey if available.

    • 2

      Select a boundary for your pet on the sketch or survey. Pinpoint the exact spots in the backyard or front yard where the pet should not go beyond.

    • 3

      Create a circle using a compass all the way around your property. The area within the circle is the "safe zone" to which your pet will be restricted. The transmitter must be set up in the center of the circle, and must be indoors near a power outlet.

    Prepare the Transmitter and Receiver

    • 4

      Connect one end of the AC adapter into the transmitter and plug the other end of the adapter into a power outlet. The transmitter must be kept indoors, on the ground level of your home, and at least three feet away from objects that are metal or have heavy wiring such as a washing machine.

    • 5

      Switch the "Boundary" button to the "HI" position. Move the "Mode" switch into the "A" position. Turn the "Boundary Control" dial to the full clockwise position. Turn the "Power" button to the "On" position.

    • 6

      Remove the two screws from the receiver's battery holder with a Philips screwdriver. Pull the battery holder out of the receiver. Put two included batteries into the battery holder. Make sure both batteries have their positive side "+" facing up. Insert the battery holder back into the receiver. Replace the screws to secure the battery holder.

    • 7

      Walk the receiver outside of the safe zone to test it, but don't touch the probes. You will hear a series of tones.

    Using the Receiver

    • 8

      Wrap the collar around the pet's neck. With a pen, mark off where the excess collar should be cut off. Allow some excess collar to remain to accommodate your pet's growth.

    • 9

      Cut the excess collar with scissors. Melt the frayed edge of the cut with a lighter or match.

    • 10

      Slide the buckle onto the collar.

    • 11

      Wrap the collar around your pet's neck. Make sure the collar is not too tight and the metal contacts are touching the pet's neck. Insert the loose end of the collar into the buckle to secure it.

    Train Your Pet

    • 12

      Turn the transmitter on. Set the transmitter to "Low" if the boundary is within a 40-foot radius, or "High" if the boundary exceeds a 40- foot radius.

    • 13

      Hold the receiver in your hand. The receiver case must be parallel to the ground with the logo facing up.

    • 14

      Walk your dog to the boundary on a leash. When she hits the boundary, wave one of the included boundary flags and tell her "No." Lead her back to the yard and congratulate her. Repeat the process a few more times.

    • 15

      Put the receiver collar on your pet. Allow your pet to walk out of the safe zone on her own. When you hear the beeping sound encourage her to come back and reward her. Take her to every boundary on the property and repeat the process.

    • 16

      Remove the collar when you are confident that the dog is fully trained; training could take several weeks.