Leuchtie Standard User manual

January 2013
LEUCHTIE
®
Standard-
the innovative LED- light collar for dogs
Thank you for choosing LEUCHTIE to enhance your and your
dog’s safety. For best performance and longevity please read
and follow the instructions below.
Page 1: First activation Page 3: Trouble shooting
Page 2: Battery change Page 4: Safety info
First start up/ activating
Before you use the LEUCHTIE for the first time, you must remove the battery isolating cap.
(Transport lock)
•The isolation cap is fixed on the side opposite the LEUCHTIE brand label.
•Roll both of the silicone sleeves onto the light
tube till the joint is free.Your hands should be
grease-free. (Optionally dust with flour lightly
before starting!)
•Pull the light tube and the battery pack apart
while twisting the joint slightly, taking care not to
use excessive force. Remove the red isolating
cap (2).
•Push the light tube back into the battery compartment as far as possible and roll the silicon
sleeve back centred over the joint.
The operating time using 2 Alkaline batteries type N / LR 1 is about 50 hours.
Please use batteries of the brand Alkaline!
Please remove empty batteries immediately!
Please remove both batteries in case of longer disuse (e. g. in the summer).
Note: You may notice some liquid around the batteries. This is an electronic contact spray, which is used
during manufacture and does not need to be removed.
Switching on the LEUCHTIE
LEUCHTIE switches on automatically, if the battery compartment is hanging down or the LEUCHTIE
is moved or shaken. Simply pull the LEUCHTIE over the dog’s head and it will switch on
automatically when the batteries are hanging in the lowermost position. Since the batteries are the
heaviest part they will always remain hanging down keeping the light on.
Switching off the LEUCHTIE
LEUCHTIE switches off itself after 1-2 minutes if the battery compartment is hanging up. Keep
LEUCHTIE hanging with the battery compartment on top (for example on a wardrobe).
Cleaning
Clean the LEUCHTIE in warm water and soap or mild detergent if required.
Do not use aggressive or solvent-based cleaners. During cleaning please make sure that the silicon
sleeves don’t get out of place so that no moisture is getting inside.

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Battery change
If your LEUCHTIE begins to lose its brightness, or if it switches itself off shortly after switching on, the
batteries are exhausted and need replacing.
Please remove empty batteries immediately!
Replace the batteries in a clean, dry place and make sure that the LEUCHTIE is also clean and dry.
Always replace both batteries at the same time.
If LEUCHTIE is stiff and cold get it to room temperature or heat it at the heating or with a hair-dryer
(max. 40°C) so the battery changing is easier.
Your hands and the LEUCHTIE should be grease-
free.
(Optionally lightly dust your hands and the tube with
flour before starting!)
1. Roll both of the silicone sleeves onto the light
tube till the joint is free.
2. Pull the light tube and the battery pack apart while twisting the joint slightly, taking care not
to use excessive force. Remove the both old batteries.
3. Push with a stump item (wooden spoon-stick, felt-tip, etc.) the consumed batteries out of the
pipe.
4. Push a new battery (Type N / LR 1), then the contact spring and after that the second new
battery in the battery tube. Please make sure that both batteries are facing the same
direction and the contact spring is exactly placed between the batteries.
5. Press with force from both sides against the batteries. They must be in the middle of the
pipe.
6. Reassemble the light tube and the battery compartment as follows:
Connect the negative end of the pack to the side with the label ring on it, the positive
end to the other side. Watch out for the contact springs being placed in the correct position!
They should press on the batteries centred.
7. Test that the LEUCHTIE is working by pointing the battery compartment down.
8. If LEUCHTIE is not working, please read information on page 3.
Once LEUCHTIE is working, push the joints together as far as possible (the transparent synthetic
plug socket must disappear completely) and roll back the silicon sleeves centered over the joints.
Do not recharge, dismantle, heat or hot-wire the batteries provided.
Batteries can be fatal if swallowed. Keep all batteries in a safe place, unaccessible to children and
dogs. If a battery is swallowed seek medical assistance from your vet or doctor immediately.
Dispose of used batteries responsibly and in accordance with your local recycling regulations.

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Troubleshooting
If your LEUCHTIE is not working correctly, check the following:
Problem Possible cause Solution
Loose contact The contact between
the batteries and the
light tube has a poor
connection.
Check if the battery compartment is wholly put-on
(the transparent synthetic plug socket must
disappear completely). Check if the contact springs
aren’t tipped over and are pressing straight on the
batteries.
No function The contact between
the batteries and the
light tube has a poor
connection.
Roll back the silicon sleeves onto the light tube,
push the joints firmly together, and roll the tubes
centred back over the joints.
Batteries are inserted
inncorrectly
Fill in the batteries correctly -
see battery change (page 2).
The battery
compartment was put on
the wrong way.
Pull the light tube and the battery pack apart while
twisting the joint slightly, taking care not to use
excessive force and put it on reversely.
Batteries are consumed
- your LEUCHTIE may
have been stored
incorrectly and remained
lit for an extended
period.
Both batteries need immediate replacing – see
battery change (page 2)
Replace flat or weak batteries to avoid battery
leaks!
Replacement parts
If necessary you can order replacement parts from your LEUCHTIE supplier or directly from the
LEUCHTIE distributor.
Tips for using your LEUCHTIE
In order to avoid problems regarding very anxious dogs: When using the LEUCHTIE the first times
slide the LEUCHTIE over your dog’s head the batteries facing upwards so that the LEUCHTIE is still
switched off and the dog isn’t confused by the light. Then turn the ring on the neck into the right
position until it glows – the dog will hardly realize that.
Due to the fact that the putting of the LEUCHTIE on your dog is closely connected with walking your
dog, the dog will soon look forward to it.
Rarely, other dogs can be a little confused about your glowing dog – but get used to it really fast, as
soon as they know what is behind it.
If the LEUCHTIE slips off too easily you can attach it to your
dog’s regular collar or harness with the strap provided.We
recommend the optionally available loop with the connection
carabiner for bigger dogs that wear a dog harness. (see
illustration)
A loose or to tight LEUCHTIE can be disturbing to a dog. Please
make sure that the LEUCHTIE can be easily removed but does
not slip off on its own.
If necessary, take it back to the place of purchase and exchange for the correct size.

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General care and safety
•Use the LEUCHTIE only for its intended purpose.
•Before the first use, make sure the LEUCHTIE is not too tight around the dogs neck, and that
it can be removed easily. If you have purchased a LEUCHTIE that is too tight, and you cannot
remove it, then you can pull it apart as per battery replacement instructions on page 3.
•Do not attach a lead to the LEUCHTIE and avoid holding your dog by the LEUCHTIE. Too
much force on the LEUCHTIE could cause the battery and other parts to fall out and get lost.
•The LEUCHTIE is not a dog-toy. If it is used inappropriately (for example being thrown,
chewed, tugged etc.) the LEUCHTIE could be irreparably damaged and or parts become lost.
If a battery or any other part are swallowed by your dog, you should seek advice from your vet
immediately.
•Do not let your dog play with the LEUCHTIE.
•Should your LEUCHTIE get accidently damaged replace the required parts before any further
use.
•During cleaning the LEUCHTIE or changing batteries avoid getting water inside. When fully
closed, the LEUCHTIE is well protected from moisture. If you see moisture, roll back the
silicon sleeves. Pull the light tube and the battery pack apart while twisting the joint slightly,
taking care not to use excessive force and let everything dry out overnight.
•Do not expose the LEUCHTIE to temperatures in excess of 60˚C.
•Never dry the LEUCHTIE in a microwave. Microwave radiation will destroy the electronics.
•Clean the LEUCHTIE in warm water (maximum 60˚C) with a little soap or gentle detergent.
Do not use aggressive or solvent-based cleaners.
Warranty
This product is covered by manufactures warranty for the period of 2 years from the date of
purchase. During this period we will repair or replace any defective parts due to faulty material or
manufacture. The warranty does not cover any defects resulting from misuse, leaking batteries, from
normal wear and tear, or due to not following the above care and safety instructions. Ulterior claims
are excluded, the liability for consequential damages isn’t assumed.
Any unauthorized tampering with the electronics will void the warranty. The warranty is not extended
through repair or part exchange.
All enquiries regarding claims should be addressed to your LEUCHTIE Supplier or to the distributor.
trends and more GmbH Tel. (+49) (0) 961 470 8 474
Hammerweg 107
D- 92637 Weiden E-Mail: inf[email protected]
Geschäftsführer: Robert Stahl
HRB 3497 Amtsgericht Weiden i. d. Oberpfalz
UST-ID: DE 265028845
WEEE : DE 23706136
Diposal
Please help to protect our environment and dispose of this product responsibly and in accordance
with your local laws and regulations.