2 spot color logo: Operating Guide Please read this entire guide before beginning This is the Orange/black look of the SportDOG brand logo on a PMS 158 Orange background.
Prepare the Collar Receiver Your Collar Receiver comes with short Contact Points installed. Use the long Contact Points for pets with long or thick hair. Tighten the Contact Points with pliers one-half turn beyond finger tight (A). Check the tightness weekly. To Insert and Remove the Battery Note: Do not install the battery while the Collar Receiver is on your pet. 1. Remove the screws with a Philips screwdriver. 2. Remove the Battery Lid (B). 3. Install a 9-volt alkaline battery (C). 4.
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To Set the Correction Level Read all steps before attempting to set the Correction Level. 1. Remove the clear plastic cover with a coin to expose the Correction Level Button. 2. With the battery installed, press the Correction Level Button and release when the Receiver LED Indicator Light lights up. 3. The Receiver LED Indicator Light will emit a series of flashes representing the Correction Level. 4.
The Correction Levels increase in strength from 1 to 5. Pushing the Correction Level Button while the Collar Receiver is on level 5 will cause the Collar Receiver to revert to level 1. Refer to the Function and Response Table to choose the Correction Level that best fits your pet. The Collar Receiver is equipped to automatically increase the level of Static Correction the longer your pet remains in the Static Correction Zone if the collar is set at level 2 or above.
Function and Response Table Indicator Light Response Correction Level Collar Receiver Function Temperament of Pet 1 Flash 1 Beep and Vibrate (No Static Correction) 2 Flashes 2 Low Static Correction Timid 3 Flashes 3 Medium Static Correction Timid or Average 4 Flashes 4 Medium High Static Correction Average or High Energy 5 Flashes 5 High Static Correction High Energy Flashes once every 4 to 5 seconds Low Battery Note: Begin training with Correction Level 2 and only increase if your
Fit the Collar Receiver Important: The proper fit and placement of your Collar Receiver is important for effective training. The Contact Points must have direct contact with your pet’s skin on the underside of his neck. To assure a proper fit, please follow these steps: 1. Make sure that the battery is not installed in the Collar Receiver. 2. Start with your pet standing comfortably. 3. Center the Contact Points underneath your pet’s neck, touching the skin.
Care and Cleaning To ensure the effectiveness of this product and the comfort and safety of your dog, check the fit of his collar frequently. If you notice that your dog is experiencing skin irritation, discontinue use of the collar for a few days. If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian. To prevent skin irritation from occurring: • The Collar Receiver should not be worn for more than 8 hours out of every 24-hour period.
Taking Your Pet Out of the Pet Area Important: Remove the Collar Receiver and leave it in the Pet Area. Once your pet learns the Boundary Zone, he will be reluctant to cross it for walks or car rides. Option 1: Replace the Collar Receiver with a regular collar. Put your pet in a car that is within the Pet Area and drive him out of the Pet Area. Option 2: Replace the Collar Receiver with a regular collar and leash.
Troubleshooting Collar Receiver is not beeping or correcting. • Check battery to make sure it is installed properly. • Check that both lights are lit on the Fence Transmitter. If not, perform the “Short Loop Test” (refer to your SportDOG Brand™ In-Ground Fence Operating and Training Guide). The Collar Receiver is beeping, but the pet is not responding to the Static Correction. • Make sure the Static Correction Level is set at 2 or above. • Test the Collar Receiver with the Test Light.
The Collar Receiver has to be held on top of the Boundary Wire to activate. • Replace battery. • Adjust Range Adjuster knob clockwise to increase the distance from the Boundary Wire that the Collar Receiver activates. • Adjust the Boundary Control Switch to the other setting. • If using a Double Loop, make sure Boundary Wires are separated 3 to 5 feet. • If the Collar Receiver still has to be held on top of the Boundary Wire, perform the “Short Loop Test.” The Collar Receiver activates inside the house.
Test Light Instructions Important: Remove Test Light before placing Receiver Collar on your pet. A-6 7 1. Set Receiver Collar to Static Correction Level 5. 2. Remove the battery. 3. Loosen the Contact Points with pliers. 4. Bend the leads around the base of each Contact Point. 5. Hand tighten the Contact Points, making sure that the leads stay in contact with the bases of the Contact Points. 6. Replace the battery. 7.
Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability 1. Terms of Use This Product is offered to you conditioned upon your acceptance without modification of the terms, conditions and notices contained herein. Usage of this Product implies acceptance of all such terms, conditions, and notices. 2. Proper Use This Product is designed for use with pets where training is desired. The specific temperament of your pet may not work with this Product.
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. FCC This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
• Contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-0144. Unauthorized changes or modifications to the equipment, not approved by Radio Systems Corporation, could result in not meeting compliance with FCC regulations and could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Caution The SportDOG Brand™ In-Ground Fence System is NOT a solid barrier. The system is designed to act as a deterrent to remind pets by electric stimulation to remain in the boundary established.
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