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I can answer any question regarding the wiring of invisible dog fencing. I am especially skilled in the installation, repair, dog training, and maintenance regarding the system. I am not qualified to answer any questions regarding AC house wiring or installation.
Experience in the area
I have been installing and troubleshooting invisible dog fences for the better part of 15 years. I have an Associates degree in electronic engineering, and know the system both inside and out. I personally use the fence and training products & can answer most questions regarding pet training with electronic stimulation.
Education/Credentials
AAS in Electronic Engineering, The Logistics Institute (Georgia Tech)
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Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Chris Bushman | 11/18/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Great Expert!!! |
| susan | 09/05/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | straightforward and conscise. |
| John | 08/22/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Andrew | 08/19/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| jeff | 07/12/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for the quick and accurate response! |
Recent Answers from Kevin L. Ogle
2012-01-26 Petsafe fence problem:
3.5 Ohms is right on for 700 feet of wire. There is no way for me to troubleshoot this effectively over email. Call PetSafe customer service and they will be able to help. There is no reason why this fence
2011-08-22 RF-1010 Standard:
That would switch the signal to a previously unused capacitor and let it flow through. So now, the most likely scenario is that you took a hit, it took out a cap, and you switched to the other one. You
2011-08-21 RF-1010 Standard:
John, I hate to tell you this, but it sounds like you have the worst possible problem, a partial break in your boundary wire. The only other thing I can think of is if you took a lightning strike
2011-06-27 Break in wire? Still have "loop" signal:
It sounds to me that your unit was hit by lightning. Some of the output capacitors or surge arrestors have been hit and are shorting the signal to ground. Don't get a break detector. You can put an ohm
2011-01-04 RF125:
I do not have access to one of the boards,but I doubt that is your only problem. It sounds like you have suffered a lightning strike and the surge arresters at the bottom of the board almost always get
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