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Thank you for choosing SportDOG Brand ® training products. Used properly, this product will help you train your dog efficiently and safely. To ensure your satisfaction, please review this owner’s manual thoroughly. If you have questions regarding this product’s operation, please see this manual’s Frequently Asked Questions or Troubleshooting sections, contact our Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144, visit our website at www.sportdog.com, or view our support videos at www.youtube.com/sportdogbrand.
REMOTE TRANSMITTER TRANSMITTER ANTENNA INTENSITY DIAL SIDE BUTTON UPPER BUTTON TRANSMITTER INDICATOR LIGHT LOWER BUTTON CHARGING JACK CONTACT POINTS ON/OFF BUTTON RECEIVER INDICATOR LIGHT REMOTE TRANSMITTER: Transmits the radio signal to the Collar Receiver. It is waterproof and can be submerged in water to a depth of 25 feet. INTENSITY DIAL: Provides multiple levels of stimulation so you can match the correction to your dog’s temperament.
STEP :: 02 PREPARE THE COLLAR RECEIVER RECEIVER INDICATOR LIGHT (CONTINUED) CHARGE THE COLLAR RECEIVER 1. Lift the rubber cover protecting the Charging Jack. 2. Connect one of the charger connectors to the Charging Jack. 3. Plug the charger into a standard 120/240-volt AC wall outlet. 4. Charge the Collar Receiver for 2 hours for the first charge and every charge thereafter. Using Li-Ion technology, the Collar Receiver only requires a 2 hour charge.
2. The Collar Receiver should fit snugly, yet loose enough to allow one finger to fit between the strap and your dog’s neck (3C). 3. Allow your dog to wear the collar for several minutes, and then recheck the fit. Check the fit again as your dog becomes more comfortable wearing the Collar Receiver. IMPORTANT: The proper fit and placement of the Collar Receiver is important for effective training. The Contact Points must have direct contact with your dog’s skin.
The FieldTrainer® 425 and 425S Collar Receivers come with 2 stimulation ranges (low and medium for the SD-425; medium and high for the SD-425S). There are 7 stimulation levels within each range, with 1 being the lowest and 7 being the highest. The default range setting is 2 (medium) for the SD-425 and 3 (high) for the SD-425S. To change the range of stimulation, follow these steps: 1. Make sure the Collar Receiver is off. 2. Then turn the unit on by pressing and releasing the On/Off Button. 3.
STEP :: 06 MATCH THE COLLAR RECEIVER AND REMOTE TRANSMITTER STEP :: 07 Program the SYSTEM for Two or Three-Dog Operation To match the Collar Receiver to work with a new Remote Transmitter or to match a new Collar Receiver to work with your existing Remote Transmitter: A. Turn the Collar Receiver off. B. Press and hold the On/Off Button. The Receiver Indicator Light will come on, then turn off after 4-5 seconds.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Is the stimulation safe for my dog? While Continuous and/or Momentary stimulation may be unpleasant, it is harmless to your dog. Electronic training devices require interaction and training from the owner to achieve desired results. How old does a dog have to be before using the FieldTrainer® 425 or 425S? Your dog should be able to learn basic obedience commands such as “Sit” or “Stay.” The Collar Receiver may be too large for dogs under 8 pounds.
TEST LIGHT INSTRUCTIONS FCC COMPLIANCE 1. 2. 3. 4. Turn the Collar Receiver on. Hold the Test Light Contacts to the Contact Points. Press a Stimulation Button on the Remote Transmitter. The Test Light will flash. NOTE: At higher stimulation levels, the Test Light will flash brighter. 5. Turn the Collar Receiver off. Save the Test Light for future testing. NOTE: If the Test Light does not flash, recharge the battery and re-test.
BATTERY DISPOSAL See Important Safety Information related to the battery on page 2. This system operates on two Li-Ion battery packs (160mAh capacity for the Collar Receiver and 200mAh capacity for the Remote Transmitter). Only replace with battery received from calling the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144. Separate collection of spent batteries is required in many regions; check the regulations in your area before discarding spent batteries.
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WETLANDHUNTER® SDR::AC ADD-A-DOG FIELDTRAINER® SDR::AS ADD-A-DOG FIELDTRAINER SDR::AF ADD-A-DOG NOTE: SDR-FS, SDR-FSE, SDR-FH, SDR, SDR-CH, SDR-FC ADD-A-DOG COLLARS ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THIS SYSTEM. SDR-A, SDR-AE, SDR-AW, SDR-AH, SDR-AB ADD-A-DOG COLLARS ARE COMPATIBLE WITH THIS SYSTEM. ©2012 RADIO SYSTEMS CORPORATION Radio Systems® Corporation • 10427 PetSafe Way • Knoxville, TN 37932 • 1-800-732-0144 400-1511 400-1511.
