Dogtra eF-3000 Gold Owner`s Manual.
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1. amo 7 39 7 38 Too 3600 8 3o 8 amo 8 so 8 30 sso s So 5 _ Oc1 01 C01 o For areas larger than 20 acres please refer to our web site at www dogtra com or call us at 888 811 9111 26 27 ADDITIONAL PARTS ADDITIONAL PARTS 18 ga Underground Fence Wire 500 feet Boundary Training Flags 50 ea The figures on p 25 are indicated for a rectangular layout Actual flag wire requirements may vary depending on the layout you ve chosen 28 ADDITIONAL PARTS You will want to keep a signal field area where the dog will receive stimulation at least 6 8 feet on each side of the wire In addition your dog will keep 2 4 feet away from the signal field so an overall signal field of 8 12 feet is preferred Avoid making passageways that are too narrow i e along the sides on a house or your dog may hesitate from using them Tools To install your dogtra eF 3000 GOLD you will need a flat edge spade Phillips screwdriver and a wire cutter stripper If your layout calls for the wires to be connected across concrete you will also need a caulking gun exterior silicon caulk and a circular saw with a masonry blade for cutting the pavement 20 ADDITIONAL PARTS 30 Creating a Neutral Zone in the Boundary Depending on your layout you may want a ne2. dogtra Dogtra Company 22912 Lockness Avenue Torrance CA 90501 U S A Tel 310 534 0101 Fax 310 534 9111 Toll Free 1 888 811 9111 Copyright 2007 Dogtra Company All rights reserved 2007 dogtra Owner s Manual Remote Controlled Dog Training Collars dogtra eF 3000 GOLD www dogtra com CONTENTS OVERVIEW t 2 FEATURES 3 SAFETY FEATURES 4 PACKAGE CONTENTS 5 DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS 5 DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR PARTS 13 CHARGING THE RECEIVER COLLAR 20 TESTING YOUR dogtra eF 3000 GOLD PRIOR TO INSTALLATION 22 LS 24 gt TROUBLESHOOTING 37 SC MAINTENANCE 29 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 40 s WARRANTY AND REPAIR oes eee 42 INFORMATION OVERVIEW OVERVIEW The dogtra eF 3000 GOLD system gives you ability to allow your dog the freedom he wants within your specified boundaries Dogtra s containment system contains your dog without the use of conventional fencing that can be chewed through jumped over or dug under The width of the signal field can easily be adjusted at the wall mount transmitter The strength of the electrical stimulation can be adjusted on each separate receiver with the intensity selection dial In the Stimulation Only mode your dog will receive stimulation only In the Pager Stimulation mode your dog will receive a silent pager vibrat
3. Intensity Selection Dial DESCRIPTION OF COLLAR PARTS COLLAR 13 COLLAR 14 Intensity Selection Dial The stimulation level is adjustable from each individual dog s collar receiver so that it 15 easy accommodate each dog s different personality and temperament The stimulation levels range from level 1 to level 5 level 1 being the lowest In order to select the proper intensity level for each dog we recommend that you begin at level 1 and continue to increase the level slowly until you are able to notice a reaction from your dog This ensures that you select a level that 15 appropriate for your dog When you place the knob at the OFF position the collar is completely shut off In order to maintain full use of the batteries in the collar please turn off the collar receiver when your eF 3000 Gold system is not being utilized COLLAR Receiver Indicator Light LED When first activating the eF 3000 Gold system the LED light on the collar receiver will illuminate for approximately 1 second to indicate that the power is on 2 seconds after the initial light a blink will occur every 2 seconds to indicate that the collar receiver 1s functioning properly Green full charge Amber medium charge Red needs charge The color of the LED indicates the battery life of the receiver When the collar does not receive a signal from the transmitter for 10 seconds or more the collar receiver will go int
4. 3000 GOLD system comes with a ground wire to protect the unit in the event of lightning power surge Strip about a half inch on each end of the ground wire and insert one end into the black connector on the bottom of the wall transmitter The other end should be buried into the ground or wrapped around a water pipe and secured with electrical tape Plug the 120 volt adaptor into a 120 volt wall outlet and insert the adaptor plug into the adaptor Option A lightning surge protector can be purchased if there are no grounding options near the wall transmitter 10 11 TRANSMITTER 12 P dogtra eF 3000 GOLD Receiver 25V 500mA Collar Strap Battery Charging Wall Mount Transmitter Receptacle Use the 2 included screws to mount the Contact Points transmitter to a wall securely near an outlet The unit will withstand freezing temperatures but it is not waterproof Therefore we recommend mounting the transmitter a safe dry sheltered area such as a shed garage or carport Plastic anchors have been provided to secure mounting onto drywall Use a 1 4 drill bit to make holes into the drywall Insert the anchors into the holes so that the open end faces out and mount the transmitter by inserting the screws into the open end of the anchors To power the wall transmitter plug the AC daptor into the standard 120 volt outlet and connect it to the Indicator Light adaptor receptacle of the transmitter
5. Dogtra will provide pay via regular ground service within the continental United States the shipping cost back to the customer Any expedited shipping service will be at the customer s expense Dogtra is not responsible for loss of training time or inconvenience while the unit is in for repair work Dogtra does not provide loaner units or any form of compensation during the repair period WARRANTY AND REPAIR INFORMATION A copy of the sales receipt showing the purchase date is required before warranty work is initiated Please include a brief explanation outlining the problems and include your name address city state zip code daytime phone number evening phone number and email address Or you can visit our website at www dogtra com Click on the Service Request Form print it out and follow the instructions If repair costs are not covered under warranty we will call you for credit card information once the work has been completed For any questions concerning your Dogtra products call us Toll Free at 1 888 811 9111 M F 8 30AM 4 00PM Pacific Time or email us at repair dogtra com for specific repair inquiries Send repair units to Dogtra Company Repairs 22912 Lockness Avenue Torrance CA 90501 U S A 45 46 47 48
6. in all indicator lights should glow red During the charging process the unit will shut off Once the battery cable is unplugged from the unit after a full charge you will need to turn the unit on again before use The Lithium Polymer battery 15 fully charged within 2 hours The lights will stay red during the charging process The red light will change into a steady green light when the battery 15 fully charged When you disconnect the charger after finishing the charge you will need to restart the units After charging cover the battery charging receptacles with the rubber plugs on the transmitter and receiver NOTE Only use Dogtra approved batteries chargers and accessories for dogtra eF 3000 GOLD When a charger is not in use disconnect it from the power source 21 TESTING TESTING YOUR dogtra eF 3000 GOLD PRIOR TO INSTALLATION 1 To ensure that your dogtra eF 3000 GOLD system 1s working properly connect the transmitter adaptor into the adaptor of the transmitter and then plug the adaptor into a household outlet Switch the stimulation knob to Pager Stimulation or Stimulation Only The ON OFF indicator light should turn on 22 TESTING 2 Unwind the length of ground wire that was provided and strip about 1 2 inch off each end Insert one end of the ground wire into the first wire connector jack and the other end into the third leaving the center jack free If the wires are connecte
7. EP 3 Push the fence wires near the connector tab firmly away protector and strip all from yourself four ends back 1 4 connector jaws will open Push the stripped end of the wire into the connector Repeat with the other three wires inch 41 WARRANTY AND REPAIR INFORMATION 42 WARRANTY AND REPAIR INFORMATION ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Dogtra Company provides the original purchaser a one year limited warranty on parts and labor from the date of the original purchase Products covered include Yapper Stoppers bark collars E Fence 3000 3000Gold Remote Release Systems RRS RRD and RRdeluxe PL and QL Launcher Systems Once the one year warranty coverage expires Labor fees and shipping fees incurred are the customers responsibility Labor fees will be variable depending on the extent of work required To Qualify for the Limited Lifetime Warranty To register your Dogtra product please log onto our website at www dogtra com click on the watranty registration link and fill out the required information All registration must be completed within 30 days of your purchase If you do not have access to a computer you can call our toll free number of 888 811 9111 so one of our customer WARRANTY AND REPAIR INFORMATION service representatives can register your product online for you Also if you were unable to register your product on our website we will accept all products for repair with a proof of purchase W
8. ceiver next to the collar strap 15 a battery charging receptacle with a rubber plug The unit will be fully waterproof with or without the rubber plug If the dog was in salt water be sure to rinse the receiver and charging port woth clean water and let air dry COLLAR Transmitter Adaptor Receiver Adaptor 25 Volt 500mA 5Volt 1A Adaptor The battery charger is designed for a 120 volt wall outlet An European 220 volt AC charger 15 also available 19 CHARGING THE RECEIVER COLLAR CHARGING THE RECEIVER COLLAR dogtra uses Lithium Polymer batteries 1 Charge the unit before using the unit for the first time 2 Do not charge the batteries near any flammable substances 3 Fully charge the batteries if the unit 1s to be stored without use for a period of 3 months or more Recharge the unit if The LED indicator light on the collar receiver is emitting a red color The indicator light on the receiver will not come on The indicator light on the receiver comes on momentarily but will not stay on near the wire 20 CHARGING THE RECEIVER COLLAR Battery Charging Procedure Note The unit has a partial charge when it leaves the Y Dogtra facility upon receipt of the collar be sure to give it a full 2 hour initial charge before the first use Attach the charging cables to both the receiver as shown on page Plug the charger into a 120 volt wall outlet When properly plugged
9. d properly the wire indicator light will be on 3 Next activate the collar receiver by turning the intensity level dial on the receiver to the desired level The LED light will blink once every two seconds showing that it is on If not activated for 10 seconds or more the system will go into sleep mode 4 Hold the receiver in your hand with the contact points facing up Place the test lamp over the contact points and approach the test loop 5 Watch for the test light to come on and or the unit will emit the warning vibration if the unit is in this mode at the wall mount transmitter Be careful not to touch the contact points as the unit will emit stimulation when activated 23 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Wire Placement Fence Wire CAUTION Before you install your fence wire contact the utility company to mark the utility lines on your property before you begin digging Be sure to test your wire layout above ground before permanent installation begins Carefully choose the areas in which you want to contain your dog A diagram may be helpful in predicting unforeseen obstacles Please refer to the diagrams below Front Boundary Only Fence Front Yard Only Basic Loop With Garden The fence wire must make a continuous loop around your property for your system to operate The signal is delivered from the terminal of the transmitter through the fence wire back to the other terminal on the tra
10. e strongly recommend you keep your original receipt If your product is not registered and proof of purchase 15 not available at the time of service Dogtra will estimate the age of the unit by the serial number Serial number estimates can be different than the actual purchase time Without proof of purchase or product registration this is the only method we have for determining the approximate date of purchase Not Covered Under Warranty All units coming in for warranty or out of warranty services inbound shipping fees are the senders responsibility Outbound shipping fees for out of warranty units will be an addition to the repair fees and are the customers responsibility If the product 15 resold the warranty will become void and all repairs will be subject to applicable labor fees Dogtra DOES NOT replace defective units or provide refunds after 30 days from date of purchase 43 WARRANTY AND REPAIR INFORMATION 44 Dogtra s warranty DOES cover repairs or replacement due to misuse improper maintenance or lost units Any water damage on models that are not waterproof will not be covered All replacement costs for either the transmitter or receiver is the owner s responsibility The warranty is void if the unit has been altered or an unauthorized person has attempted repair work Procedure for Repair Work The cost of shipping products under warranty back to Dogtra 15 the customer s responsibility
11. hing machine may be used to cut into the ground However it is recommended that the wire be placed in the trench by hand A commercial wire placing machine may damage the wire IMPORTANT Bury the fence wire after you have tested the system and are sure it is working properly Do not nick or scrape the fence wire during installation as it may result in an intermittent signal or no signal Make gradual turns at the corners with a radius of at least 3 feet This will provide a more consistent signal field that will avoid confusing the dog in these areas 3l ADDITIONAL PARTS IMPORTANT DO NOT run fence wire within 6 feet parallel to electrical telephone cable TV or other buried wire DO NOT run fence wire of one section within 10 feet of another section of fence wire or the signal may cancel DO NOT run the fence within 10 feet of a neighboring eF 3000 GOLD system s boundary wire Driveways Sidewalks When crossing an asphalt driveway make a 1 2 inch deep cut across the driveway using a circular saw and masonry blade Close the crack with asphalt sealant after the fence wire is placed in it If an expansion joint is available on driveway and sidewalks place fence wire in the joint and close it with outdoor caulk When crossing gravel bury fence wire at least 3 inches deep PVC pipes or a garden hose can be used to protect the wire In water anchor the wire with large rocks Use PVC piping or garden hose to protect the wi
12. ion followed by stimulation when he approaches the boundary area Once your dog consistently avoids the signal boundary the stainless steel contact points can be replaced with the plastic training probes With the plastic training probes your dog will be able to respond to the vibration warning without receiving any electrical stimulation Accessories for the dogtra eF 3000 GOLD system such as additional wire flags lightning surge protector and the European 220 volt battery charger are available by calling Dogtra Company at 888 811 9111 8 30am 4 00pm PST MAIN FEATURES MAIN FEATURES Waterproof collar receiver Pager vibration signal that warns the dog prior to electrical stimulation correction Wire continuity indicator shows that the fence is in operational condition Intensity selection dial on each individual collar receiver that offers levels 1 5 to match each dog s personality and temperament Stimulation is discontinued after 8 seconds for safety purposes The collar will be reactivated when the dog approaches the boundary again Easy to add additional Collar Receivers 2 hour rapid charge System turns to sleep mode to save energy and power when your dog 15 playing safely within the eF 3000 GOLD boundary Rechargeable receiver Long range signal will work up to 40 acres User friendly controls PACKAGE CONTENTS SAFETY FEATURES Dogtra s eF 3000 GOLD sys
13. nsmitter When this is accomplished the wire continuity light will emit a constant red indicator Front or Back Access Front Bounary With Existing Fence Keep wires 6ft apart to avoid signal interference 24 25 INSTALLATION IMPORTANT When creating a Front Boundary Only Fence Front Yard Only or Front Boundary with Existing Fence type of containment system THE TWO PARALLEL eF 3000 GOLD WIRES MUST BE 6 10 FEET APART to avoid any signal interference Single loop systems must keep 6 10 feet of distance between the wires as well Please note the diagrams are not drawn to scale dogtrd eF 3000 GOLD system includes 500 feet of boundary wire and 50 training flags Additional flags and wiring can be purchased through the Dogtra Company The estimated requirements are as follows INSTALLATION C ww as 14500 s 1 se 2 amp 2 Tas wem m 2 2 3 3560 so 2 s enm 1 s 10 8 1 s 150 8 _ 4 wamo wm 4 170 4 _ s amo 1 900 4 10 4 261 60 20 s zo 5 _ x se 2m s m5 5 2400 s so 5 _ 25 s ss 5 _ 2m 6 270 5 s 20 5 seme 29 25 5 _ seam soo 7 o 7 wemo 7 97 7 35 ema aao 7 7 _ 3 96 960 3400 7 390 7
14. o sleep mode and the LED light will stop blinking When your dog gets close to the wire boundary the indicator light will blink steadily to indicate that a stimulation is being outputted depending on the stimulation selection that you have chosen on the wall mount transmitter 15 COLLAR PROPER FIT The collar should be fitted so that the surgical stainless steel contact points press firmly against the dog s skin You should be able to fit a finger in between the contact point and your dog s skin The best location 15 either side of the dog s windpipe 16 COLLAR IMPROPER FIT A loose fit can allow the collar to move around on the dog s neck When this happens the contact points may rub the skin and cause irritation If the collar is too loose electrical contact will be inconsistent and your corrections will be inconsistent also Dogtra uses surgical stainless steel contact points and Anti microbial plastic to protect the dog s skin ATTENTION Leaving the collar receiver in the same location on the dog s neck for an extended period of time can cause skin irritation If the dog is to wear the e collar for long periods occasionally reposition the collar so that the contact points are moved to a different location on the dog s neck Make sure you check for skin irritation each time you use the unit 17 COLLAR 18 Collar Receiver Battery Charging Receptacle On the inside of the collar re
15. oints to make better skin contact Recharge the battery in the collar receiver Adjust the correction level B System Test Procedures Whenever you experience a malfunction you will need to do a test loop to determine which component collar wall transmitter or yard wire is not working Follow these steps to perform the test loop procedure 1 Make a test fence using at least 10 feet of fencing wire or use the ground wire 2 Remove the existing boundary wire from your wall transmitter 3 nsert the two ends of the test fence wire into the wall transmitter 4 Turn the field width adjustment knob to the 9 o clock position or a low setting 37 TROUBLESHOOTING 38 5 Place the test light on the collar receiver With the collar receiver approach the test loop and note the distance between you and the wire when the collar activates the test lamp 6 Turn the field width adjustment knob to the 12 o clock position or a medium setting 7 Back away from the wire and approach it again Determine the distance between you and the wire when the collar activates The distance should be greater on the medium range setting If more than one collar receiver is used repeat the above test on each collar If there is no red light on the wire indicator light of the wall transmitter with the test loop wire in place the wall transmitter 1s malfunctioning If the red light is solid on the wall transmitter but the colla
16. r does not activate on the test loop wire the collar receiver is not working Recharge the battery in the collar receiver and repeat the test MAINTENANCE General Maintenance Tips Your system requires very little maintenance The collar receiver for dogtrd eF 3000 GOLD sytem is waterproof and activates even after being immersed in water To remove dirt simply wipe with soap and water The wall transmitter 15 not waterproof and must be protected from the elements in a shed garage or Carport Do not attempt to dismantle or repair any of the system components this will void the manufacturer s warranty These components contain computerized circuitry that should be serviced only by an authorized expert Caution Any changes or modifications of this device which are not specifically approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 39 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Transmitter Adaptor Receiver Adaptor 25 Volt 500mA 5 Volt 1A European Adaptor for 220 volt outlets Lightning Surge Protecor PANAMA X 40 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Quick Connection Tips TRANSMITTER ADAPTOR TRANSMITTER FENCE WIRES TRANSMITTER WIRES STEP 1 Plug the lighting protector into a grounded 3 wire 120V AC outlet within five feet of where you want to locate the transmitter muy Oy cms ma i Ug 23 STEP 2 Cut the ST
17. re 22 WIRE SPLICING WIRE SPLICING The wire connection must be waterproof Do not use electrical tape or soldered twisted wire nuts in this type of connection as it will cause an intermittent signal or disarm the system The waterproof splices included in the dogtra eF 3000 GOLD system are designed to provide a sealed connection between the wires The insulation on the boundary wire should not be stripped before placing wire into the holes To use the waterproof splices a single boundary wire is placed into one of the three holes of the splices The other single boundary wire is placed into one of the other holes This should leave one extra hole that is not used A pair of pliers should be used to gently press down on the top of the blue part of the splice 39 WIRE SPLICING Connecting the Fence Wire to the Transmitter Splice the two ends of the twisted wire to each of the two ends of the fence wire Drill a hole through the exterior wall or window door sill or run the fence wire through an existing utility line hole Connect the twisted fence wire to the transmitter either wire to either terminal wire ends must be stripped 1 2 inch A red indicator light should appear indicating a continuous fence wire field If no light appears check to make sure that all fence wires are properly connected and that the wire is not damaged WIRE SPLICING The Signal Field The Field Width Adjustment Knob on the transmi
18. tem collars use state of the art microcomputer technology The receiver has an automatic control that limits the stimulus to ten seconds Dogtra s filtering system prevents reception from outside sources other than your transmitter PACKAGE CONTENTS Wall Mount Transmitter Collar Receiver Transmitter Adaptor 25 volt 500mA Receiver Adaptor 5 volt 1A Test Lamp Boundary Training Flags 50 ea 18ga Underground Fence Wire 500 feet Splices 4 ea Ground Wire green Transmitter Mount Screws 2 ea Plastic Anchor 2 ea Plastic Training Probes 2 ea Longer Contact Points 2 ea Owner s Manual Training Book TRANSMITTER DESCRIPTION OF TRANSMITTER PARTS dogtra eF 3000 GOLD transmitter ON OFF Indicator Light Wire Indicator Light Field Width Adjustment Knob Wire Connectors for Splicing ON OFF amp Function Selection Switch Adaptor Jack Connector Connector for Ground Wire TRANSMITTER TRANSMITTER jd Pager Stim o8 Stimulation t ton 21 a cam ON OFF amp Function Selection Switch Field Width Adjustment Knob ON OFF amp Function Selection Switch Field Width Adjustment Knob ON OFF amp function selection switch has three This knob controls the width of the signal field functions When the toggle switch is in the up the distance from the boundary wire to the location position the unit
19. tter controls the signal field width Increasing or decreasing the signal field width does not affect the stimulation intensity To test the signal field walk slowly toward the boundary wire holding the collar receiver at approximately the height of the dog s neck Contact points must be upward with the test light attached Watch for the test lamp to illuminate this will give you an idea of the width of the signal field The wider the signal field 15 the less chance that the dog will run through the field and out of your yard The signal field should extend at least 6 feet on both sides of the wire creating a field that is 12 feet wide total An 8 12 foot field is preferred This will maximize the effectiveness of the containment system and minimize the chances that the dog will run through the signal field 35 WIRE SPLICING Note If you alter the field adjustment knob by turning it clockwise or counterclockwise or by removing it you must check the signal field for the desired setting When you are satisfied with the field width setting bury the fence wire below the grass and place the flags at the distance where the test light comes on Range in feet min X BLUE GREEN YELLOW ORANGE RED Yellow Field Width Adjustment Knob Green Orange Blue o Red MIN MAX 36 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING A Dog Doesn t Respond to Stimulus Adjust the collar fit Trim the dog s hair or use longer contact p
20. utral zone where your dog can cross over the dogtra eF 3000 GOLD without getting stimulation Should your layout need such an area start by twisting the two pieces of fence wire so they are braided see diagram from the beginning of the neutral zone area to the end Braiding the two wires will interrupt the signal of the buried fence thus creating an area for your dog to cross without getting stimulation To braid the fence wire hold the two wires side by side and twist them around each other This can also be done by securing the two wire ends in the opening of a drill and letting the drill twist the wires for you The tighter the wires are twisted the better the signal cancellation A braid of approximately 16 twists per foot 18 recommended ADDITIONAL PARTS Burying The Fence Wire IMPORTANT Before starting any digging contact your local phone gas and power companies to locate any other buried services The dogtra eF 3000 GOLD boundary wire does not have to be buried to operate For protective measures we highly recommend the wire be buried about 3 4 inches underground Begin by digging a 4 inch deep cut where the wire first enters the ground near the transmitter and continue around the path of the loop wire A 30 to 45 degree angle cut made with a flat edge spade will be easiest to close Try to keep the 2 wires from touching as much as possible as this will enhance your signal Note When covering a large area a trenc
21. will give the dog a pager vibration where the collar receiver first activates Turning the followed by stimulation correction When the toggle knob clockwise increases the field width giving switch is in the down position only stimulation occurs without the pager warning When the switch is in the middle position the power 15 off your dog a wider area before the activation begins Turning it counter clockwise decreases the signal field thus giving the dog a shorter area prior to activation TRANSMITTER ON OFF Indicator Light ON OFF Indicator Light When the ON OFF amp function selection switch is either in the up or down position the ON OFF indicator light will be on indicating that the power is on When the switch is in the middle position the light goes off indicating that the power 1s off TRANSMITTER Wire Indicator Light When the wires are connected properly the wire indicator light will be on In the event that the eF 3000 GOLD wire becomes damaged or disconnected the light will automatically turn off TRANSMITTER TRANSMITTER Wire Connectors For Splicing Adaptor Receptacle The easy to use push release wire connectors let you instantly connect or disconnect the boundary wire leads Wires should be stripped approximately a half inch before being inserted into the red receptacle of the transmitter connectors on the bottom of the wall mount transmitter The dogtrd eF
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