Freespirit Bark Collar User manual

G400-2119/4
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 or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in harm to your pet.
• Do not use this product if your pet is aggressive or is prone to aggressive behavior. Aggressive
pets can cause severe injury and even death to owners and others. If you are unsure whether
this product is appropriate for your pet, please consult your veterinarian or a certied trainer.
• Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Do not short circuit, mix old and
new batteries, dispose of in re or expose to water. When batteries are stored or disposed,
they must be protected from shorting. Dispose of used batteries properly.
• This product is not a toy; keep away from children. Use it only for pet training purposes.
• Proper t of the collar is important. A collar worn for too long or made too tight on a pet’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 a pet for more than 12 hours per day.
• When possible reposition the collar on a pet’s neck every 1 to 2 hours.
• Regularly recheck the t to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this guide.
• Never connect a leash to the collar; it will cause excessive pressure on the contact points.
• When connecting a leash to a separate collar, do not allow it to put pressure on the collar.
• Wash the pet’s neck area and the contact points 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 our website.
• This product must be used only on healthy dogs. If you’re not certain that your pet is in good
health, we recommend that you take your pet to a veterinarian before using this product.
Bark Collar
3. No Unlawful or Prohibited Use
This product is designed for use with pets only. This product 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 or any of its associated companies be liable for
(i) any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special or consequential damage and/or (ii) any loss
or damages whatsoever arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of this product.
The Purchaser assumes all risks and liability from the use of this product to the fullest extent
permissible by law.
5. Modication of Terms and Conditions
Radio Systems Corporation reserves the right to change the terms, conditions and notices
governing this product from time to time. If such changes have been notied to you prior to
your use of this product, they shall be binding on you as if incorporated herein.
FCC: USA
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.
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 specic installation. If interference does occur to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o 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 dierent from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult Customer Care at [phone]
NOTICE: Modication or changes to this equipment not expressly approved by Radio Systems
Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Warranty
This product comes with a one year, non-transferable, limited warranty. Should this product
mechanically fail within one year of purchase, please contact us.
Contact Us
[phone]
freespiritpetproducts.com

In the Box
• 6V battery (installed)
• Collar
• Strap
• Contact Points (installed)
Collar
Contact
Points
LED On/Off
Button
Attach the Collar
Slide
Buckle
The slide buckle prevents the
collar from becoming loose
around your pet’s neck. The
collar will also slip if it is
not properly threaded.
1
1. Press the latch, pull
up and remove the
battery door.
2
2. Insert the battery, ensuring
that the + (plus) and –
(minus) terminals are
aligned correctly.
3
3. Replace the
battery door.
Insert Battery
6V Alkaline
Features
• Prevents barking and whining
• 15 levels of shock
• 6V replaceable battery installed
• Waterproof Collar
How It Works
The Free Spirit®Bark Collar is used to subdue excessive barking by emitting a shock correction
that increases after each bark until the barking stops. When your dog barks, the collar emits a
shock correction at the lowest level. The collar continues to analyze your dog’s behavior and will
automatically raise or lower the intensity to the appropriate level until the dog stops barking.
To assure a proper t, please follow these steps:
1. Start with the collar turned o and your dog standing comfortably, not sitting.
2. Place the training collar on your dog’s neck with the contact points touching the skin.
3. Insert one nger between the collar and your dog’s neck to check the tightness. The t should
be snug but not constricting.
4. Allow your dog to wear the training collar for several minutes, then recheck the t. Check the
t again as your dog becomes more comfortable with the training collar.
NOTE: It is sometimes necessary to trim the hair around the contact area to make sure that contact
is consistent. However, you should never shave your pet’s neck as this may increase risk of skin
irritation.
NOTE: This collar can only be activated by your dog’s barking. Outside sounds, including other
dogs’ barking, will not result in a correction.
On
To power the collar on, press and release the on/o button. The LED will ash red 3 times to
conrm it has powered on.
While on, the LED will ash 1 time every 5 seconds to indicate good battery, or 3 times every 5
seconds to indicate low battery.
Off
To power the collar o, press and hold the on/o button. When the solid red LED begins to ash,
release the button. The bark collar will then be powered o.
NOTE: To conrm the LED is ashing, view in a darker area . The LED may appear dim in brightly
lit areas.
Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability
1. Terms of Use
The use of this product is subject to your acceptance without modication of the terms,
conditions and notices contained with this product. Use of this product implies acceptance of all
such terms, conditions, and notices. If you do not wish to accept these terms, conditions, and
notices, please return the Product, unused, in its original packaging and at your own cost and risk
to the relevant Customer Care location together with proof of purchase for a full refund.
2. Proper Use
Proper Use includes, without limitation, reviewing the entire Operating Guide and any specic
safety information statements. The specic temperament or size/weight of your pet may
not be suitable for this product. If you are unsure whether this Product is appropriate for
your pet, please consult your veterinarian or certied trainer prior to use. For products used
with pets where training is desired, Radio Systems Corporation recommends that these
training products are not used if your pet is aggressive and accepts no liability for determining
suitability in individual cases.