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PetSafe ® Big Dog Spray Bark Control Operating and Training Guide Please read this entire guide before beginning. PBC00-11005...
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113°F or 45°C. Do not leave the unit in direct sunlight. Never leave the unit in a car where the device can heat up to high temperatures 113°F or 45°C. The PetSafe Big Dog Spray Bark Control is not a toy. Keep it away from the reach of children.
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It is important to continue daily checks of the probe area. If redness or sores are found, discontinue use until the skin has fully healed. The PetSafe Big Dog Spray Bark Control must be used only on healthy dogs. We recommend ®...
Thank you for choosing the PetSafe brand. You and your pet deserve a companionship that includes memorable moments and a shared understanding together. Our products and training tools promote a lifestyle of protection, teaching, and love—essentials that influence memories for a lifetime. If you have any questions about our products or training your pet, please visit our website at www.petsafe.net or contact our Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677. To get the most protection out of your warranty, please register your product within 30 days at www.petsafe.net. By registering and keeping your receipt, you will enjoy the product’s full warranty and should you ever need to call the Customer Care Center, we will be able to help you faster. Most importantly, PetSafe will never give or sell your valuable information to anyone. Complete ® warranty information is available online at www.petsafe.net. Table of Contents Components ....................5 Features ..................... 5 How the PetSafe Big Dog Spray Bark Control Works ........5 ® Key Definitions ..................6 Fit the Bark Control Collar ................. 6 Ensure a Proper Spray Pattern ..............7 To Insert and Remove the Battery ............... 8 Modes of Operation ................... 8 To Fill and Refill the Spray .................
(PetSafe RFA-18) ® Operating Guide Features • Patented Perfect Bark detection ensures your dog’s bark is the only sound ™ that will cause the correction • Adjustable collar for neck sizes up to 28" with the QuickFit Buckle ™ • For dogs 40+ pounds • Citronella Spray is safe and effective • Waterproof • Good/Low battery indicator • 40 sprays per refill • Low spray indicator • On/Off button How the PetSafe Big Dog Spray Bark ® Control Works The PetSafe Big Dog Spray Bark Control senses your dog’s barking. A unique, patented sensor ® uses both vibration of the vocal chords and sound sensors (dual-detection) to distinguish each bark from other external noises. As he barks, he receives a safe but annoying burst of spray. He’ll quickly learn the association with this stimulation and stop the unwanted behavior. The PetSafe Big Dog ® Spray Bark Control is proven effective in deterring barking when it is worn. www.petsafe.net...
Important: The proper fit and placement of your Bark Control Collar is important for effective operation. To assure a proper fit, please follow these steps: 1. Make sure that the Bark Control Collar is turned off. 2. Start with your dog standing comfortably. 3. Place the Bark Control Collar on your dog’s neck close to the ears. Center the Sensor Probe underneath your dog’s neck, touching the skin. Make sure the PetSafe logo in the front of the unit is upright. ® Note: It is sometimes necessary to trim the hair around the Sensor Probe to make sure that contact is consistent. Do not shave the pet’s neck as this CAUTION may increase the risk of skin irritation.
The Bark Control Collar should not be worn for more than 12 hours CAUTION out of every 24-hour period. Leaving the collar on too long could lead to Skin Irritation. Please refer to page 3 for additional information. Ensure a Proper Spray Pattern For the PetSafe Big Dog Spray Bark Control to perform ® properly, the nozzle must be positioned correctly and there must be a clear path from the Spray Nozzle to your dog’s snout. Follow these steps:...
To Insert and Remove the Battery Note: Do not install the battery while the Bark Control Collar is on your dog. A replacement PetSafe battery (RFA-18) can be found at many retailers. Contact the Customer ® Care Center or visit our web site at www.petsafe.net to locate a retailer near you. Battery Life Average battery life is 2 to 4 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. Modes of Operation • To activate the unit, press the On/Off Button until the Green LED Light comes on and release. The Green LED Light will flash once every 5 seconds. • To turn the unit off, press the On/Off Button and hold until the Red LED Light flashes. Note: The Yellow LED Light will flash briefly before the Red LED Light appears.
CAUTION not expose to extreme heat or store at temperatures above 113° F. Refill canisters are available. Choose from citronella or unscented spray. Contact the Customer Care Center or visit our web site at www.petsafe.net to locate a retailer near you. What to Expect During Use of the Bark Control Collar Important: Do not leave your dog alone the first few times he wears the Bark Control Collar.
Tips • Before playing with your dog, turn the unit off and remove the Bark Control Collar. The activity may cause your dog to bark, which could lead to him associating the play with the burst of spray. • The collar must be filled to maximum capacity before placing it around your dog’s neck. • Never fill the device while your dog is wearing it because it may damage the Refill Port. • To ensure that your dog does not make the connection between you and the spray collar, don’t let him see you prepare the device for the first try, or for subsequent use. Keep your dog away while you prepare the device as well as when you fill it or change the battery. • It is important that your dog’s hair doesn’t block the Spray Nozzle. Try tying a bandanna (handkerchief) around your dog’s neck, then place the spray collar over it. If necessary, you may also consider trimming a little of the long hair around the dog’s neck for better spray effect. • Remove all other collars with metallic parts or tags. These could create noise that may needlessly activate the spraying device. • Avoid letting your dog wear the device with an empty reservoir. Make sure it is always full. • Turn OFF the device while not in use. • The PetSafe Big Dog Spray Bark Control should only be used with pets that are over 6 ® months of age. • If your pet is injured or its mobility is otherwise impaired, contact your veterinarian or professional trainer before use. • Do not leave your device unattended where your dog could accidentally damage it through chewing. • Never fill the Spray Bark Control Collar with any substance other than the one provided by the manufacturer. Using another substance, as well as opening the device, will void the manufacturer’s warranty. • Do not attempt to repair the device yourself. This will invalidate the warranty and make repairs more difficult. Regular Maintenance • For comfort, safety, and effectiveness of this product, please ensure that you check the fit of your pet’s collar frequently. • The Bark Control Collar should not be worn for more than 12 hours out of every 24-hour period to prevent irritation. If any skin irritation is observed, discontinue the use of the collar for a few days. If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian. • The spray from the Bark Control Collar may stick to the hair under your dog’s snout. Clean your dog’s hair weekly with a washcloth and a mild hand soap. Rinse and dry your dog’s neck thoroughly. • If spray, dirt or debris accumulates on the Bark Control Collar (including the nozzle and refill port), wipe the Bark Control Collar clean with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. It is recommended that the unit be cleaned monthly or as needed to prevent clogging. The need for cleaning will depend on usage. Accessories...
Citronella Spray, the spray create a good seal. leaks out around the Spray • Press firmly on the spray can to create a good seal. Nozzle. • If the spray continues to leak, contact the Customer Care Center. I have refilled the Spray • Ensure the spray counter has been reset. Bark Control Collar and Note: See “To Fill and Refill the Spray” section. the yellow LED continues • If the yellow LED continues to flash after the spray counter to flash. has been reset, contact the Customer Care Center. www.petsafe.net...
Customer Care International USA & Canada - Tel: 800-732-2677 Monday - Friday 8 AM - 8 PM / Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM Australia - Tel: 1800 786 608 Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 5 PM New Zealand - Tel: 0800 543 054 Monday - Friday 10:30 AM - 7 PM This product has the benefit of a limited manufacturer’s warranty. Details of the warranty applicable to this product and its terms can be found at www.petsafe.net and/or are available by sending a stamped addressed envelope to PetSafe Ltd. Redthorn House, Unit 9, Chorley West ® Business Park, Ackhurst Road, Chorley, Lancashire PR7 1NL, United Kingdom. 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. We recommend that you not use this product if your pet is less than 40 lb or under 6 months old, or if your pet is aggressive. If you are unsure whether this is appropriate for your pet, please consult your veterinarian, certified trainer or contact our Customer Care Center or visit our website at www.petsafe.net. Proper use includes reviewing the entire Operating and Training Guide provided with your product and any specific Caution statements. 3. No Unlawful or Prohibited Use This Product is designed for use with pets only. This pet training device is not intended to harm, injure,...
CAUTION: Modification or changes to this equipment not expressly approved by Radio Systems Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. ® NOTE: 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a specific installation. If interference does occur to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult Customer Care, the dealer, or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est con forme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. www.petsafe.net...
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