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Hereinafter Radio Systems Corporation, Radio Systems PetSafe Europe Ltd., Radio Systems Australia Pty Ltd. and any other
affiliate or Brand of Radio Systems Corporation may be referred to collectively as “We” or “Us”.
Important Safety Information
Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols Used in this Guide
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in harm to your pet.
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Do not short circuit, dispose of in fire, or expose to water.
When batteries are stored or disposed, they must be
protected from shorting. Dispose of used batteries properly.
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Not for use with aggressive dogs.
Do not use this product if your dog is prone to aggressive behaviour. Aggressive
dogs can cause severe injury or death to their owners and others. If you are not sure that this product is right for your dog,
please talk to your veterinarian or a certified trainer.
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Safety during on-lead training:
it is vitally important that you and your dog remain safe during on-lead training. Your
dog should be on a strong lead, long enough for him to attempt to chase an object, but short enough for him not to reach a
road or other unsafe area. You must also be physically strong enough to restrain your dog when he tries to chase.
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This pet training device is not a toy, keep away from children.
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Risk of skin damage:
please read and follow the instructions in this guide. Proper fit of the collar is important. A collar
worn for too long or made too tight on the pet’s neck may cause skin damage. Ranging from redness to pressure ulcers; this
condition is commonly known as bed sores.
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Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day.
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When possible, reposition the collar on the pet’s neck every 1 to 2 hours.
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Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this guide.
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Never connect a lead to the electronic collar; it will cause excessive pressure on the contacts.
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When using a separate collar for a lead, do not put pressure on the electronic collar.
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Wash the dog’s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth.
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Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore.
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If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed.
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If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
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For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis, please visit our
website
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These steps will help keep your pet secure and comfortable. Millions of pets are comfortable while they wear stainless steel
contacts. Some pets are sensitive to contact pressure. You may find after some time that your pet is very tolerant of the collar. If
so, you may relax some of these precautions. It is important to continue daily checks of the contact area. If redness or sores are
found, discontinue use until the skin has fully healed.
The PetSafe
®
SMART DOG
™
Trainer must be used only with healthy dogs. We recommend that you take your dog to a
veterinarian before using the product if he is not in good health.
Only let responsible family members use the SMART DOG
™
Trainer. It is not a toy.