9. Operation
Normal operation couldn't be simpler. Once programmed, the
will only allow entry for your pet(s), denying access to intruder animals.
To enter the house, the pet puts its head in the tunnel to push the flap open. A sensor detects
the pet's presence and quickly reads the microchip or collar tag, opening the locks if
required. Note that the
wandering in front of the flap, inside or outside the house.
The
SureFlap
Microchip Pet Door is designed for one-way operation only. Any animal
inside the house is allowed to leave, but only your animals are allowed to enter.
After the pet door has opened, it will stay unlocked until after your pet has passed through the
tunnel. The locks will close around one second later. Note that the locks will also open when
your pet leaves the house, although this is not absolutely necessary.
One further feature of the flap is a magnetic catch that keeps the door closed when not in use.
When testing the
SureFlap
its head against the flap from the tunnel side of the unit or pass all the way through the flap.
There is a sensor that detects the pet's presence in the tunnel that needs to be triggered and
no amount of waving your pet in front of the door will have an effect.
10. Locking Modes
In addition to normal operation there are several other locking modes that can be controlled
using the lock mode button
screen as pictured below.
SureFlap
Microchip Pet Door does not activate if your pet is just
Microchip Pet Door before installation, your pet will need to put
. The current locking mode is shown by icons on the LCD
Mode 1 – Normal operation – your pet can enter and exit
at all times.
Mode 2 – In only – the pet is allowed to enter the house,
but prevented from exiting the house. This mode is useful
if you need to keep your pet in the house (e.g. to take it
to the vet).
Mode 3 – Out only – the pet is allowed to exit the house
but prevented from entering the house.
Mode 4 – Fully locked – The pet is prevented from entering
or exiting the house.
Mode 5 – Curfew Mode – the pet is allowed to exit during
certain times of day (details in section 11). In this mode the
current time will be shown on the LCD screen.
SureFlap
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Microchip Pet Door