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.

			WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
WARNING
			or serious injury.
			or serious injury.
			CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
CAUTION
			avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
			avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
		CAUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
CAUTION
		avoided, could result in harm to your dog.
		avoided, could result in harm to your dog.

NOTICE	NOTICE is used to address safe use practices not related to personal injury.

CAUTION

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 dog’s neck may cause skin damage. Ranging from redness to pressure ulcers; this condition is commonly known as bed sores.

•Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day.

•When possible reposition the collar on the dog’s neck every 1 to 2 hours.

•Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this manual.

•Never connect a leash to the electronic collar; it will cause excessive pressure on the contacts.

•When using a separate collar for a leash, don’t put pressure on the electronic collar.

•Wash the dog’s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth.

•Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore.

•If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed.

•If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.

•For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis, please visit the FAQ section for in-ground containment at www.sportdog.com.

These steps will help keep your dog safe and comfortable. Millions of dogs are comfortable while they wear stainless steel contacts. Some dogs are sensitive to contact pressure. You may

WARNING

CAUTION

•Not for use with aggressive dogs. Do not use this product if your dog is prone to aggressive behavior. Aggressive dogs can cause severe injury or death to their owners and others. If you are not sure that this product is right for your dog, please talk to your veterinarian or a certified trainer.

•Underground cables can carry high voltage. Have all underground cables marked before you dig to bury your wire. In most areas, this is a free service. Avoid these cables when you dig.

•Follow all safety instructions for your power tools. Be sure to always wear your safety goggles.

•Do not install, connect, or remove your system during a lightning storm. If the storm is close enough for you to hear thunder, it is close enough to create hazardous surges.

•Risk of electric shock. Use the Fence Transmitter indoors in a dry location only.

•Risk of injury. Wire on top of the ground may be a trip hazard. Use care in how you place your wires.

•If possible, DO NOT use an AC circuit with a GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter). In rare cases, nearby lightning may cause the GFCI to trip. Without power to the system, your dog may escape. You will have to reset the GFCI to restore power.

This SportDOG Brand® In-Ground Fence is NOT a solid barrier. The system is designed to act as a deterrent to remind dogs by stimulation to remain in the boundary established. It is important that you reinforce training with your dog on a regular basis. Since the tolerance level to stimulation varies from one dog to the next, Radio Systems® Corporation CANNOT guarantee that the system will, in all cases, keep a dog within the established boundary. Not all dogs can be trained to avoid crossing the boundary! Therefore, if you have reason to believe that your dog may pose a danger to others or harm himself if he is not kept from crossing the boundaries, you should NOT rely solely upon the SportDOG Brand In-Ground Fence to confine your dog. Radio Systems Corporation shall NOT be liable for any property damage, economic loss or any consequential damages, sustained as a result of any animal crossing the boundary.

NOTICE

find after some time that your dog 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.

You may need to trim the hair in the area of the Contact Points or switch to the longer Contact Points to ensure consistent contact. Never shave the dog’s neck; this may lead to a rash or infection.

To prevent an unintended correction:

•The Collar Receiver should not be on your dog when the system is tested.

•Remove the Collar Receiver before making any changes to your system.

•Before placing the Collar Receiver on your dog, test the Boundary Area and Width after any change.

•Use care when mowing or trimming your grass not to cut the loop wire.

•For added protection, when unused for long periods of time or prior to thunderstorms, unplug from the wall outlet and disconnect the Loop Boundary Wires. This will prevent damage to the Transmitter due to surges.

•Avoid damage to the jacket of the loop wire during the install; damage may cause areas of weak signal and lead to early failure of the loop (wire breaks).

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