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EXPANDABLE TO A 2-DOG SYSTEM Owner's Manual Please read this manual thoroughly before operating the ARC training e-collar.
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Dogtra product or other property. PRODUCT SAFETY Training Methods Dogtra products may be used with a variety of training methods. However, each dog may have a different reaction to training methods and to Dogtra products. Closely observe your dog when determining the right training method to use with your Dogtra product.
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Consult your physician or medical device maker before using your medical device with a Dogtra product. If you think that your Dogtra product is interfering with your pacemaker, defibrillator, or other medical device, stop using the Dogtra product.
CONTENTS AT A GLANCE ..............MAIN FEATURES ............OVERVIEW ..............UNDERSTANDING YOUR TRAINING SYSTEM TURNING THE ARC ON/OFF ....... TRANSMITTER BUTTON FUNCTION ....RECEIVER FITTING ..........FINDING THE RIGHT STIMULATION ....MAXIMIZING THE DISTANCE ....... LED INDICATOR ............CHARGING THE BATTERY ........HANDHELD TRANSMITTER LCD ......
Belt Clip Test Light Manual Optional Accessories Auto Charger Dogtra’s auto chargers are designed for use with a 10 volt car outlet. European Charger Dogtra’s European chargers are designed for use with a 230 volt AC electrical outlet. To purchase accessories, please visit www.dogtra.com or...
UNDERSTANDING YOUR TRAINING SYSTEM 1. Turning the ARC On/Off To turn the transmitter on, hold down the button on the right side of the transmitter until the LCD screen illuminates. To turn the transmitter off, hold down the button on the right side of the transmitter until the LCD screen shuts off.
2. Transmitter Button Function The ARC has five buttons and a toggle switch on the transmitter (two on the face of the transmitter, two on the left side, and one on the right side). Nick/Constant Toggle Switch 1st Dog On/Off Nick &...
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Pager Button The Pager buttons are located on the face of the transmitter. The orange button corresponds with the orange receiver and the gray with the black receiver. Pressing it will give a vibration for as long as the button is pressed, for up to 12 seconds.
If the receiver is too loose, the contact will not be consistent and cause the corrections to be inconsistent. Dogtra uses surgical stainless steel contact points and anti-microbial plastic to protect the dog’s skin.
4. Finding the Right Stimulation The ARC has a Rheostat Dial on the top of the transmitter (0 is the lowest and 127 is the highest). Remember that you will need to adjust the setting (upward or downward) depending on your dog’s temperament and threshold for stimulation.
6. LED Indicator The LED indicator flashes every 4 seconds when the receiver is on and ready for use. The LED indicator will blink on both the transmitter and the receiver when the transmitter buttons are pressed. The LED indicator color indicates the battery life level. Green = Full charge Amber = Medium charge Red = Needs charge...
Note 2: The unit has a partial charge when it leaves the Dogtra facility. Upon receipt of the system, be sure to give it a full 2-hour initial charge before the first use away from any flammable substances.
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Follow the steps below to charge your system: 1. Open the rubber plugs on the battery charging receptacles and plug in the charging cable. 2. Plug the charger into a 120-volt wall outlet or, if using the auto charger, plug into a cigarette lighter only for lithium polymer batteries (use a 220 volt European charger for Europe).
8. Handheld Transmitter LCD The LCD screen indicates the stimulation level on the screen ranging from (0-127). The battery life indicator shows: 3 bars = full charge 2 bars = medium charge 1 bar = needs charge The battery life indicator only shows the remaining charge of your transmitter.
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Care for LCD Transmitters in Cold Temperature In cold temperatures (10°F or below), the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) on your transmitter may be dim or slow to respond. Wait until the display becomes visible before selecting any training level. Even though the LCD screen might be dim or slow to respond when you push the Nick or Constant button, the transmitter will still function properly.
9. Attaching the Belt Clip Follow the instructions below to attach the included belt clip to the transmitter. 1. Align the belt clip to the grooves on the back of the transmitter. 2. With a firm grip, screw on the belt clip's Phillips head screws with a screwdriver.
10. Using the Test Light 1. Turn on the receiver by touching the magnetic red dot on the back of the transmitter to the red dot on the receiver. The indicator light will come on for a moment then blink once every 4 seconds, showing that the receiver is ready to use.
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6. Turn the Rheostat Dial on the transmitter clockwise and then counterclockwise. The test light should glow brighter with higher levels of stimulation and dimmer with lower levels. Note: The test light may not be visible if the intensity level is set below level ten.
GENERAL TRAINING TIPS Your dog must know some basic obedience commands before beginning training with the ARC. A dog learns by first being shown a command, followed by lots of repetition over an extended period. As the dog becomes proficient at these commands, the trainer can introduce distractions and different locations to strengthen them.
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Animals (and humans) perform better in a less stressful environment. For more training information, please visit our website at www.dogtra.com.
Troubleshooting If the unit is malfunctioning, please refer to the “Troubleshooting Guide” before sending it to Dogtra for service. If you have any questions or concerns, you may email them to info@dogtra.com, or call customer service...
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1.My dog is not reacting to the receiver. - Make sure the receiver and transmitter are turned on by holding down the on/off button on the transmitter and place the two red dots together to turn on the receiver until it illuminates.
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If the dog is in salt-water, be sure to rinse the receiver and charging port with clean water. - If the above does not resolve your issues, contact Dogtra customer service at info@dogtra.com or (888) 811-9111.
No dealer of Dogtra products, nor any employee or agent of Dogtra, is authorized to make any additions, changes, or extensions to the Warranty. Dogtra, at its sole discretion and at any time, reserves the right to modify the Warranty.
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PURPOSE. Limitation of Remedies Dogtra’s liability is limited to the cost of repair or replacement of the Dogtra product under Warranty. Any claim or action to enforce the Warranty must be commenced within thirty (30) days of the Warranty’s expiration for your product.
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You are responsible for shipping, including cost, of your product to Dogtra for warranty service. Dogtra will handle shipping, including cost, of the repaired or replaced product back to customers in the USA. Dogtra will not be responsible for shipping, including cost and/or applicable taxes or fees, for products sent to Canada.
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The device has been approved for use in EU countries and is therefore provided with the CE All necessary documentation is available on the website: www.electric-collars.com mark. Changes to technical parameters, properties and printing errors reserved. Service center and distribution Reedog, sro Sedmidomky 459/8 101 00 Prague 10...
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