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Important: For comfort, safety and effectiveness of 
product, please ensure the following:

• Check the fi t to prevent excessive pressure by 

being able to insert one fi nger between a Contact 
Point and your dog’s skin.

• Examine your dog daily for any signs of a rash or 

sore.

• If a rash or sore is observed, discontinue the use 

of the NoBark 6 for a few days.

• If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your 

veterinarian.

• Your dog’s neck and the Contact Points must be 

washed weekly with a wash cloth and mild hand 
soap, then rinsed thoroughly.

A condition called Pressure Necrosis, which is 
a devitalization of the skin due to excessive and 
prolonged contact against the Contact Points, may 
occur if the steps above are not followed.

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Regular Maintenance

• Check your dog’s neck for irritation (daily).
• Check fi t of NoBark 6 on dog (daily).
• Check Battery for proper fi t in NoBark 6 (weekly).
• Check Contact Points for tightness, fi nger tight plus 

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turn with pliers (weekly).

• Clean Contact Points and wash neck (weekly).

Summary of Contents for NoBark 6

Page 1: ...NoBark 6 Operating Guide Please read this entire guide before beginning ...

Page 2: ... the product s full warranty and should you ever need to call the Customer Care Center we will be able to help you faster Additionally you will not have to save your product receipt as registering serves as proof of purchase Most importantly SportDOG will never give or sell your valuable information to anyone _________________________________ Table of Contents Components 3 How the SportDOG NoBark ...

Page 3: ...rk 6 starts with the lowest level of Correction and then increases through 6 levels each time your dog barks within 30 seconds of the previous bark If your dog does not bark again within 30 seconds the NoBark 6 will reset itself to the lowest level of Correction Along with each Correction there will be an audible beep As an added safety feature the NoBark 6 will automatically shut off for 3 minute...

Page 4: ... Before playing with your dog remove the NoBark 6 The activity may cause your dog to bark which could lead to him associating the play with the Correction Never leave the NoBark 6 on for more than 12 consecutive hours Key Definitions Contact Points Deliver the safe Correction Vibration Sensor Probe Detects the vibrations of your dog s barking Important TheVibration Sensor Probe is not adjustable C...

Page 5: ...e battery arrow and NoBark 6 triangle Use the Test Light Tool to turn the battery clockwise until the arrow lines up with the lock symbol on the housing To Remove the Battery To remove the battery turn the battery counter clockwise using the Test Light Tool DO NOT attempt to cut into or pry open the battery Be sure to discard the used battery properly A replacement RFA 67 battery can be found at m...

Page 6: ...tivated slide the Vibration Sensor Probe across a table or hard surface several times until the NoBark 6 stops beeping Battery Life Average battery life is 3 to 6 months depending on how often your dog barks However due to greater use during your dog s training your first battery may not last as long as replacement batteries ...

Page 7: ...inches The NoBark 6 should beep If your NoBark 6 doesn t beep during this test see The NoBark 6 does not beep in the Troubleshooting section and continue with the second step Note For further verification that the SBC 6 is functioning place the contact points on theTest LightTool and repeat the above procedure ...

Page 8: ... your dog s neck close to the ears Center the Contact Points underneath your dog s neck touching the skin Note It is sometimes necessary to trim the hair around the Contact Points to make sure that contact is consistent 4 Check the tightness of the NoBark 6 by inserting one finger between the end of a Contact Point and your dog s neck The fit should be snug but not constricting 5 Allow your dog to...

Page 9: ...narian Your dog s neck and the Contact Points must be washed weekly with a wash cloth and mild hand soap then rinsed thoroughly A condition called Pressure Necrosis which is a devitalization of the skin due to excessive and prolonged contact against the Contact Points may occur if the steps above are not followed _______________________________________ Regular Maintenance Check your dog s neck for...

Page 10: ...laxes he will understand that if he becomes quiet he will not receive any more Corrections The small minority of dogs that have this reaction will only have it the first time they wear the NoBark 6 You should notice a reduction in your dog s barking within the first couple of days that he wears the NoBark 6 At this point it is important to remember the learning process is still not complete Dogs w...

Page 11: ...portDOG NoBark 6 contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 0144 or visit our website at www sportdog com to locate a retailer near you Component Part Number Battery two pack RFA 67D 11 Replacement Collar RFA 68 Accessory Pack Extra Contact Points washers and battery RFA 118 ...

Page 12: ...ng the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 0144 Will another dog s bark set off the NoBark 6 No Is the NoBark 6 safe and humane Yes The NoBark 6 is designed to get your dog s attention not to punish him However the initial Correction may startle your dog Will the NoBark 6 work for my dog The NoBark 6 is safe and effective for all breeds and sizes of dogs though it may be too large for dogs under 8 p...

Page 13: ...in situations where you never want him to bark and never placing the NoBark 6 on your dog in situations where you find it acceptable for him to bark I have more than one dog but only one dog with a barking problem Will it cause problems between the dogs if I keep them together It should not be a problem especially if you follow the procedures described in this guide ...

Page 14: ...properly installed Replace the battery If the NoBark 6 still does not beep contact the Customer Care Center at 1 800 732 0144 My NoBark 6 beeps but my dog keeps barking does not respond to the Correction Tighten the NoBark 6 and or trim your dog s hair where the Contact Points touch his neck to ensure good skin contact Replace the battery If your dog still does not respond contact the Customer Car...

Page 15: ...itions and notices 2 Proper Use This Product is designed for use with dogs where training is desired The specific temperament of your dog may not work with this Product We recommend that you not use this Product if your dog is less than 8 pounds or if your dog is aggressive If you are unsure whether this is appropriate for your dog please consult your veterinarian certified trainer or contact our ...

Page 16: ...dental special or consequential damages or any damages whatsoever arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of this Product Buyer assumes all risks and liability from the use of this Product 5 Modification of Terms and Conditions Radio Systems Corporation reserves the right to change the terms conditions and notices under which this Product is offered _____________________________________...

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