Anti-Bark Spray Collar™
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1. protect teach love Anti Bark spray Collar operating and training guide Model Number PBCOO 13912 PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE BEFORE BEGINNING Important Safety Information Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols used in this guide This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death AWARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury ACAUTION CAUTION used with the safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in harm to your pet AWARNING Not for use with aggressive dogs Do not use this product if your dog is aggressive or if your dog is prone to aggressive behavior Aggressive dogs can cause severe injury and even death to their owner and others If you are unsure whether this product is appropriate for your dog please consult your veterinarian or certified trainer AEROSOLS e Keep out of reach of children e Contents of the refill can and the spray collar are under pressure e Use only in a well ventilated area Use only as directed e May explode if heated do not heat Do not expose to temperatures ove2. 2011 Radio Systems Corporation
3. 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 6 1 800 732 2677 On Off e To activate the unit slide the On Off switch to the ON position e To turn the unit off slide the switch to the OFF position e Before every use it is best to test the device Holding the unit about 3 4 inches from your face point the spray nozzle away from you and blow into the Microphone To Fill and Refill the Spray e Remove the collar from your dog and turn the unit OFF e Set the device on a flat surface with the Refill Port deepest cavity turned upwards e Hold the Refill Spray can upright and firmly press the nozzle down into the Refill Port Hold down firmly for 10 seconds and release Press down for another 10 seconds then release again You cannot overfill the device Note If spray leaks out you may need to press harder to complete the seal e Turn the unit ON www petsafe net 440 NO gt osn epes ep sendsep sebeoey abesn jueae 11duex BuIsn 210 8q ll4 Ensure a Proper Spray Pattern For the PetSafe Anti Bark Spray Collar 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 1 Make sure the Spray Nozzl
4. collar e When using a separate collar for a lead don t put pressure on the electronic collar NO 1 800 732 2677 e Wash the dog s neck area and the contact area of the collar weekly with a damp cloth e Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore e f arash or sore is found discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed e f the condition persists beyond 48 hours see your veterinarian e For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis please visit our website These steps will help keep your pet safe and comfortable Some pets are sensitive to contact pressure You may find after some time that your pet is very tolerant of the collar If so you may relax some of these precautions It is important to continue daily checks of the contact area If redness or sores are found discontinue use until the skin has fully healed PetSafe Bark Control collars must be used only on healthy dogs We recommend that you take your dog to a veterinarian before using the collar if he is not in good health www petsafe net 3 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 a
5. create noise that may needlessly activate the spraying device e Avoid letting your dog wear the device with an empty reservoir Make sure it is always full e Turn OFF the device while not in use e The PetSafe Anti Bark Spray Collar should only be used with pets that are over 6 months of age e Your spray collar is splash proof but not completely watertight Remove it before letting your dog go for a swim e Keep the device clean at all times Do not immerse it in water when cleaning Simply use a dry cloth to wipe away dirt You may lightly brush with an old toothbrush if dirt accumulated in front of the Microphone grid e Do not leave your device unattended where your dog could accidentally damage it through chewing e Ensure the batteries you are using are still adequate to operate the device The device requires 6 volt alkaline batteries readily available from www petsafe net You may also use longer life lithium batteries e The Microphone is calibrated so it won t be activated by nearby sounds However the barking of another dog at close range could cause the device to spray e Never fill the PetSafe Anti Bark Spray Collar with any substance other than the one provided by the manufacturer PetSafe Citronella and Unscented Spray Refills are available at www petsafe net Using another substance as well as opening the device will void the manufacturer s warranty e Always make sure that you are not mistakenly trying to
6. fill the reservoir through the Microphone opening This would damage the device e If your dog tries to take off the device a harness can be used instead of the collar provided in the kit e Do not attempt to repair the device yourself This will invalidate the warranty and make repairs more difficult www petsafe net 9 Frequently Asked Questions Is the spray harmful e No The spray uses a citronella fragrance that dogs find unpleasant It dissipates quickly and is safe for humans and pets Does the spray need to hit my e No The spray is very fine and simply creates a mist in dog s nose the region of the snout Will this work with long haired e Yes It may be necessary to trim the hair on your dogs dog s neck so it does not block the spray from reaching his snout Troubleshooting The Anti Bark Spray Collar does Ensure that the battery is properly installed not spray e Replace the battery e Refill the spray e Ensure the unit is turned ON e f the bark control collar still does not spray contact the Customer Care Center My bark control collar sprays but Check to make sure the Spray Nozzle points towards my dog keeps barking does not the dog s snout respond to the burst of spray e Make sure your dog s hair does not block the spray If so trim the hair so the spray can reach the snout area e f your dog still does not respond contact the Customer Care Center When I try to refill the e Hold t
7. e is upright and pointing towards the dog s snout 2 For long haired dogs it may be necessary to trim the neck hairs along the path of the spray It is important that the spray reaches the dog s snout to be effective Do not shave the pet s neck as thi CAUTION p PA increase the risk of skin irritation What to Expect During Use of the Spray Bark Control Collar Important Do not leave your dog alone the first few times he wears the Bark Control Collar Place the Anti Bark Spray Collar properly on your dog and wait nearby until he barks Most dogs will understand very quickly that the bark control collar is disrupting their urge to bark and will relax and stop barking Because the burst of spray from the bark control collar may be surprising or startling at first some dogs may bark more at the initial correction On rare occasions a dog may get into a bark spray bark spray cycle If this happens reassure your dog with calm soothing tones As your dog relaxes he will understand that if he becomes quiet he will not receive any more spray bursts The small minority of dogs that have this reaction should only have it the first time they wear the spray bark control collar You should notice a reduction in your dog s barking within the first couple of days that he wears the Anti Bark Spray Collar At this point it is important to remember the learning process is still not complete Dogs will test this new learning e
8. he spray can upright If it is held at an angle it Citronella Spray the spray will not create a good seal leaks out around the Spray e Press firmly on the spray can to create a good seal Nozzle e If the spray continues to leak contact the Customer Care Center Customer Care International USA amp 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 10 1 800 732 2677 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 6 lb or under 6 months old or if your pet is aggressive If you a
9. in the front of the unit is upright and the Spray Nozzle is pointed toward your dog s snout 4 Check the tightness of the bark control collar by inserting one finger between the collar and your dog s neck C The fit should be snug but not constricting 5 Allow your dog to wear the collar for several minutes then recheck the fit Check the fit again as your dog becomes more comfortable with the Bark Control Collar 6 Trim the collar as follows D a Mark the desired length of the collar with a pen Allow for growth if your dog is young or grows a thick winter coat b Remove the Bark Control Collar from your dog and cut off excess c Before placing the Bark Control Collar back onto your dog seal the edge of the cut collar by applying a flame along the frayed edge CAUTION The Bark Control Collar should not be worn for more than 12 hours out of every 24 hour period Leaving the A OC collar on too long could lead to Skin Irritation Please refer to page 2 for additional information Preparing the Collar To Insert and Remove the Battery Note Do not install the battery while the bark control collar is on your dog 1 Slide off the battery cover 2 Insert the 6 volt alkaline battery 3 Keep the polarity in mind and 4 Slide the cover back on A replacement battery 6 volt alkaline can be found at many retailers Contact the Customer Care Center or visit our web site to locate a retailer near you
10. r 113 F or 45 C e Do not burn Do not dispose of in fire even when empty e Keep out of direct sunlight e Do not leave the aerosol can in a vehicle where temperature could exceed 113 F or 45 C e Store in a cool location e Keep away from sparks or flame Do not smoke while refilling e Do not puncture Contact of liquid propellant with skin may cause frostbite e Do not ingest In case of accident seek medical care If swallowed call a poison control center immediately AC AUTION Do not expose the device to freezing temperatures 32 F or 0 C or to conditions warmer than 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 Anti Bark Spray Collar is not a toy Keep it away from the reach of children Use it only for its bark stopping purpose CAUTION Risk of skin damage Please read and follow the instructions in this manual Proper fit of the collar is important A collar worn for too long or made too tight on the pet s neck may cause skin damage Ranging from redness to pressure ulcers this condition is commonly known as bed sores e Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day e When possible reposition the collar on the pet s neck every 1 to 2 hours e Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure follow the instructions in this manual e Never connect a lead to the electronic
11. re 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 or provoke Using this product in a way that is not intended could result in violation of Federal State or local laws 4 Limitation of Liability In no event shall Radio Systems Corporation be liable for any direct indirect punitive incidental 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 Compliance FCC United States This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 This equipment has been
12. sdemnsurreanteiaeed 11 Perchlorate BALISE ne a aa ea aS A iE a 12 4 1 800 732 2677 Components Battery PetSafe RFA 18 Citronella Spray PAC19 12069 PetSafe Anti Bark Spray Collar Operating Guide Other Items You May Need e Scissors e Lighter How the System Works The Anti Bark Spray Collar uses a proven method to deliver a harmless burst of citronella spray to interrupt your dog s barking Citronella is a unique scent that most dogs don t normally encounter It s non offensive to humans yet unusual enough to distract your dog and interrupt the unwanted behavior Key Definitions sca pag Spray Nozzle Spray Nozzle Where the spray ejects when your dog s bark is detected Fil before using Microphone Detects the sound of Recargar despu s de cada uso your dog s bark Refill Port Where the spray is refilled On Off Switch Turns the collar on and off D ON OFF Switch Microphone Bottom View www petsafe net Fit the Bark Control Collar 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 A 3 Place the collar on your dog s neck close to the ears Center the Microphone on your dog s neck touching the skin B Make sure the PetSafe logo
13. t 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 PTO NE ice aan ee ones ce asin ee teen ex 5 Other Items You May Need ccccccssecceceesceecsessececeaeseceseaseeeeeeaueeesseaeeeeeseseeessaneesensas 5 How the System WorkS 8e cie diese suscite etes 5 RDS AO da ee ee de dan ee or 5 Fit the Bark Control OC ne enr n OaE ENAERE EE RRES 6 Preparing R 1122010 1E PER ER io eE A EEEa FREER ORERE 6 O O e A E E E teaattonece 7 To Fill and Refill the Spray cccccssecccessecceceeesecceseeceeceeseeeeeeasseceseseeeesauseeesseseesensaees 7 Ensure a Proper Spray Pattern iii 8 What to Expect During Use of the Spray Bark Control Collar 8 Tips and IVES NANG Cras a ne anne tab ae ste senti E a a EE EEE 8 Frequently Asked Questions ss 10 Troubleshoo ling de to anti O 10 Customer Care International iii 10 Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability 450 didier 11 aapje NCS A A A A A shone sosunansenagee
14. 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 when the equipment is operated in a residential environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction guide may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a practical installation If this equipment causes harmful interference 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 e Relocate the interfered receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different to that to which the receiver is connected e Contact the Customer Care Center www petsafe net 11 IC Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est con forme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Perchlorate Battery Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Radio Systems Corporation 10427 PetSafe Way Knoxville TN 37932 1 800 732 2677 www petsafe net 400 1596
15. xperience and will increase their attempts to bark This usually occurs during the second week a dog wears the bark control collar If this does occur remain consistent and do not alter your use of the bark control collar You must place the collar on your dog in every situation when you expect him to be quiet If your dog is not wearing the collar he may resume barking and his learning would suffer a setback Tips and Maintenance e 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 e The collar must be filled to maximum capacity before placing it around your dog s neck e Never fill the device while your dog is wearing it because it may damage the Refill Port e 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 8 1 800 732 2677 e 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 above it If necessary you may also consider trimming a little of the long hair around the dog s neck for better spray effect e Remove all other collars with metallic parts or tags These could
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