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MODES OF OPERATION

1- OFF- Turn to this position when not in use to

conserve battery life and to avoid accidental
correction. Always have the switch in this position
when handling the unit.

2- LOW – Provides lowest level of correction. Always

start training at this level. Watch how your dog
reacts. If necessary, progress to the next correction
level.

3- MED – Adjust to this level only if your dog does not

exhibit the desired reaction to the low correction.

4- HIGH – Adjust to this level only if your dog does

not exhibit the desired reaction to the medium
correction.

5- TEST – this mode helps verify that your unit is

working properly (see “Testing the Collar”).

BATTERY ACTIVATION AND

REPLACEMENT

To activate:

• Make sure the mode switch is turned to the OFF
position.

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Page 2: ...of the first bark The unit will deliver the level of correction of the current switch setting LOW MED and HIGH with six levels of progressive correction for each setting Each successive bark will increase the correction level by 25 if the bark is within 30 seconds of the previous bark If your dog does not bark for at least 30 seconds the unit resets itself As a built in safety feature the collar w...

Page 3: ...t 2 Operations Manual 3 Warranty Card 4 Bark Control unit with adjustable collar 5 Patented Battery RFA 67 EXCLUSIVE FEATURES 6 Mode Switch 7 LED light 8 Sound Activated Sensor 9 Sensor Probe z u v w x y 400 646 4 14 03 12 55 PM 3 ...

Page 4: ...xt correction level 3 MED Adjust to this level only if your dog does not exhibit the desired reaction to the low correction 4 HIGH Adjust to this level only if your dog does not exhibit the desired reaction to the medium correction 5 TEST this mode helps verify that your unit is working properly see Testing the Collar BATTERY ACTIVATION AND REPLACEMENT To activate Make sure the mode switch is turn...

Page 5: ...he battery with the padlock symbol on the unit To replace Make sure mode switch is turned to the off position Using a coin turn the battery counterclockwise aligning the arrow on the battery with the triangle symbol on the unit Pull battery out Follow To Activate instructions above BATTERY6V RFA 67 BATTERY6V RFA 67 400 646 4 14 03 12 55 PM 5 ...

Page 6: ...store where you purchased your Bark Collar TESTING THE COLLAR Make sure the mode switch is in the OFF position See Neon Lamp Correction Test Instructions to prepare collar for testing Turn the mode switch to TEST and hold the unit about 6 10 inches from your mouth with the LED facing you Say TEST loudly into the sensor This should make the test light flash several times If the light does not flash...

Page 7: ...points must touch your pet s skin for the correction to be effective you may need to trim your pet s hair Important Note A dog s neck gets wider when they sit so fit the collar on your pet when they are standing comfortably Attention For comfort safety and effectiveness of product please ensure the following During the first 2 days of training do not use the training device on your dog without dir...

Page 8: ...skin due to excessive and prolonged contact against the collar may occur if the steps above are not followed TRIMMING COLLAR If you have excess collar you will need to trim it Fit the collar around the dog s neck and mark the appropriate length Be sure to allow room for your dog s growth Cut the collar and seal the cut edge by using a match or a lighter REGULAR MAINTENANCE Check your dog s neck fo...

Page 9: ...turbed neighbors It can also create unnecessary duties for animal control or police officers charged with upholding anti barking ordinances In some cases it can even lead to the relinquishment of the dog by an owner who cannot solve the problem Before a barking problem can be solved a dog s owner must first understand why the dog is barking For many dogs chronic barking or howling is a cry for hel...

Page 10: ...y indoors simply putting the dog outside does not usually solve the problem However allowing a dog who barks when left outdoors to remain inside can be effective For some dogs barking is simply an entertaining way to spend a long or boring day Safe chew or play toys may help provide entertainment A midday visit and a game of fetch with a professional pet sitter or a trusted adult neighbor can also...

Page 11: ... a short period of time give him a food reward Repeat this reward several times Day Two Repeat the above procedure keeping the bark collar on your dog for 5 6 hours Day Three This is the first day your dog should receive correction Training with the Bark Control System Before placing an activated system on your dog carefully choose the first situation in which it will be used The situation should ...

Page 12: ...al situation until he has learned what the consequence to barking is Only then should you move on to the next situation This will help ensure that your dog understands that barking is the behavior he must avoid no matter what his reason for barking Long term training tips You should notice an improvement in your dog s barking within the first week of training At this point some dog owners feel tha...

Page 13: ...ecide to use another type of training tool be selective with the type you use while your dog is wearing the bark collar Generally the dog should not wear more than one electronic collar at a time Never use a metal choker collar or any other metal collar while your dog is wearing the Bark Control system as it may trigger false signals and possibly false corrections If you feel you need a second col...

Page 14: ...nd a needed outlet for a dog They are very good at learning what situations they are allowed to bark in Q Is it possible for my dog to learn not to bark only when the bark collar is on A Yes This is best accomplished by placing the bark collar on your dog only in situations where you never want him to bark and never placing the bark collar on your dog in situations where you find it acceptable for...

Page 15: ...wnership Thereafter there is a minimum service charge for the repair or replacement of the product Misuse loss or improper handling is not covered SportDog will not pay for loss of time inconvenience loss of use of your product loss of your product or any incidental or consequential damages SERVICE If you need service please contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 0144 for help in troublesho...

Page 16: ...Radio Systems Corporation 10427 Electric Ave Knoxville TN 37932 1 800 732 0144 www sportdog net 400 646 400 646 4 14 03 12 55 PM 16 ...

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