ChickenGuard Automatic Chicken Coop Door Opener – Premium/Pro

Description

Keep your hens safe from predators with the ChickenGuard Premium Automatic Coop Door Opener

The Premium Door opener opens and closes the coop door automatically using both a timer and also a light sensor.

The Automatic Coop Door Opener gives you a greater freedom and peace of mind, making it easier to manage backyard chickens.

Automatic Chicken Coop Door Opener

• Uses a light sensor and timer to automatically open and close chicken coop door
• The timer is easy to set up with extra large buttons and LED screen
• Need the coop to open at different times each day? no worries! Set the unit to open the coop door either by daylight or by a certain time each day
• Suitable to lift up to 1kg
• One-button manual open.
• Operates in all weather conditions
• Powered by 4 x AA batteries (included)
• Connect to Mains Power via USB
• Warranty: 2 year manufacturer warranty or 3 year if the purchase is warranty registered
• Does not include door

NEW 2022 MK5 UPGRADED FEATURES

• • Automatic door calibration to make the installation process as simple as possible.

• • Automatic stop feature which protects your chickens from getting trapped, as the door lowers and also prevents the string from getting tangled if there is an obstruction.

• • Choose from 4XAA Alkaline batteries, USB or DC power (6V to 12V – cables not included*).

• • Battery warning light visible from 100 meters away.

• • Backup lithium cell battery (CR1220 Lithium cell battery not included) that will keep the clock working when the batteries run out or while replacing them.

• • New self-diagnosis capability with an alert message appearing on the screen until the required action has been taken.

• • An integrated LCD screen ensures it is easy to set up and alter timings when necessary. There are now extra big buttons so you can programme the unit with your gloves on in the winter.

• • All electronics are enclosed in weatherproof casing, ensuring reliable operation in the most extreme conditions.

• New 3-year guarantee

The innovative built-in light sensor will ensure that the coop door opens just as your hens are waking up and closes when it gets dark. Thus, keeping them protected overnight from foxes and other predators.

If those times don’t suit you, you can alter timing where needed, setting the timer on the panel to open or close at the precise hour or minute.

The unit comes packaged with 4 x AA batteries, ready for use. Batteries are reliable, and the unit will let you know when the batteries at a low level. However, if you would prefer you can connect ChickenGuard to external power. A USB port is located on the underside of the control box.

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Installation:

1. Secure the unit above your coop door

   Using the screws in the package, attach the unit above an open coop door.

2. Complete initial Setup

   Using the big buttons and LED screen you will be led through an initial setup to establish the day and time.

3. Calibrate door

   Connect the hardy string to your coop door. Tell the unit when the door is fully open, and in a fully closed position. Once this step is complete, your door is ready to open automatically

4. Open and Close settings

   Here, you can choose to use the light sensor to open and close the door, or a mix of timer setting and light senors. For instance, You might prefer the light sensor to activate opening the door at dawn, and a timer in the evening. The choice is yours.