Petsafe RFA-188 Operating Manual Download Page 4

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How The PetSafe Bark Control Collar™ Works

The PetSafe Bark Control Collar™ has two primary features designed to 
shorten the training phase and promote good behavior.
First, the Bark Control Collar has a unique patented sensor that provides 
the most reliable bark detection available. The Bark Control Collar uses 
both vibration and sound sensors (dual-detection) to discriminate each 
bark from other external noises. A Static Correction is administered 
through the Contact Points only if both the vibration from the vocal 
chords and the sound from the bark match the same criteria.
Second, the Bark Control Collar has a new patent pending Temperament 
Learning System design that is effective across many dog breeds and their 
individual barking behaviors. The Temperament Learning System contains 
software that tracks the number of corrections needed to substantially 
reduce (and in most cases eliminate) the number of nuisance barks.
The system has 10 levels of Static Correction. It begins with low-level 
corrections, however, if excessive barking continues the correction 
intensity will increase with each successive bark until the barking stops. 
Once the dog has learned to reduce the barking, the initial warning 
corrections are reduced. As a built-in safety feature, if your dog barks 
15 times or more within a 1 minute 20 second period, the Bark Control 
Collar will automatically shut off for 3 minutes.

Important:
• Before playing with your dog, remove the Bark Control Collar. 

The activity may cause your dog to bark, which could lead to him 
associating the play with the Static Correction.

• Never leave the Bark Control Collar on your dog for more than 12 

consecutive hours.

Summary of Contents for RFA-188

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Page 2: ...k Control Collar Works 4 Key Definitions 5 Fit the Bark Control Collar 6 To Insert and Remove the Battery 9 What to Expect During Use of the Bark Control Collar 11 Regular Maintenance 12 Accessories 1...

Page 3: ...ed Perfect Bark technology ensures your dog s bark is the only sound that will cause the correction Automatic Correction Level adjustment calledTemperament Learning Ten levels of Light Touch correctio...

Page 4: ...dividual barking behaviors TheTemperament Learning System contains software that tracks the number of corrections needed to substantially reduce and in most cases eliminate the number of nuisance bark...

Page 5: ...nd of your dog s bark Sensor Probe Detects the vibrations of your dog s barking Note The Sensor Probe is not adjustable Contact Points Deliver the safe Static Correction Two Color LED Shows good or lo...

Page 6: ...derneath your dog s neck touching the skin YES NO Note It is sometimes necessary to trim the hair around the Contact Points to make sure that contact is consistent 4 The PetSafe QuickFit Collar is des...

Page 7: ...ar 6 Trim the collar as follows a Measure 4 1 2 from the tongue of the metal buckle and mark with a pen b Remove the Bark Control Collar from your dog and cut off excess ______________________________...

Page 8: ...ing able to insert one finger between the Contact Point and your pet s skin Your pet must be carefully examined daily for any signs of a rash or sore If a rash or sore is observed discontinue the use...

Page 9: ...he Bark Control Collar is on your dog 1 Align the triangles on the battery and the Bark Control Collar A 2 Use a coin to turn the battery clockwise until the triangle lines up with the On position if...

Page 10: ...ten your dog barks However due to greater use during your dog s training your first battery may not last as long as replacement batteries To conserve battery life turn to the OFF position when the Bar...

Page 11: ...will understand that if he becomes quiet he will not receive any more Static Corrections The small minority of dogs that have this reaction will only have it the first time they wear the Bark Control...

Page 12: ...dog s neck for irritation and wash neck weekly ________________________________________ Accessories To purchase additional accessories for your PetSafe Bark Control Collar contact the Customer Care C...

Page 13: ...is designed to get your dog s attention not to punish him However the initial Static Correction may startle your dog Will the Bark Control Collar work for my dog The Bark Control Collar is safe and e...

Page 14: ...ng contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 2677 Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability 1 Terms of Use This Product is offered to you conditioned upon your acceptance without modification of th...

Page 15: ...ration be liable for any direct indirect punitive incidental special or consequential damages or any damages whatsoever arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of this Product Buyer assumes...

Page 16: ...Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Radio Systems Corporation 10427 Electric Avenue Knoxville TN 37932 1 800 732 2677 www petsafe net 400 751 1 Copyright 2006 Radio Systems Corp...

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