Petsafe Bark Control Collar User manual

Model Number
Numéro de modèle
Número de modelo
HBC11-11050
Bark Control™Collar
operating guide
manuel d’utilisation
manual de funcionamiento
Please read this entire guide before beginning.
Veuillez lire l’intégralité de ce manuel avant de commencer.
Lea todo este manual antes de comenzar a usar el producto.

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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.
Risk of explosion. Do not short circuit, mix old and new batteries,
dispose of in fire, or expose to water. When batteries are stored or
disposed, they must be protected from shorting. Dispose of used batteries properly.
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.
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.
:Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day.

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:When possible reposition the collar on the pet’s neck every 1 to 2 hours.
:Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this manual.
:Never connect a lead to the electronic collar; it will cause excessive pressure on the
contacts.
:When using a separate collar for a lead, 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 our website.
These steps will help keep your pet comfortable and safe. Millions of pets are
comfortable while they wear stainless steel contacts. 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.
The PetSafe®Bark Control™Collar must be used only on healthy dogs. We recommend
that you take your dog to a veterinarian before use if he is not in good health.
The Bark Control Collar is not a toy. Keep it away from the reach of children. Use it
only for its bark stopping purpose.

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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 at 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
Components......................................................................................................... 6
Features................................................................................................................ 6
How it Works ........................................................................................................ 6
Key Definitions ..................................................................................................... 7
Fit the Bark Control Collar.................................................................................... 7
To Insert and Remove the Battery...................................................................... 10
What to Expect During Use of the Bark Control Collar...................................... 11
Regular Maintenance ......................................................................................... 12
To Test the Bark Control Collar........................................................................... 12

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Frequently Asked Questions ........................................................................... 13
Troubleshooting................................................................................................ 14
To Discharge the Bark Control Collar................................................................. 15
Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability ............................................................. 15
Customer Care International .............................................................................. 17
Battery Disposal ................................................................................................. 17
Perchlorate Battery............................................................................................. 18
FCC/IC................................................................................................................ 18
Warranty ............................................................................................................. 19
Français............................................................................................................. 22
Español.............................................................................................................. 41

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Components
BATTERY 6V
RFA-67
Battery
(PetSafe
®
RFA-67)
PetSafe
®
Basic Bark Control Collar
Operating Guide
Features
:6 Levels of static correction, automatically adjusts to your dog’s temperament
starting at the lowest level
:Low battery indicator
:Waterproof
How it Works
The PetSafe®Bark Control™Collar effectively and humanely stops barking when it
is worn. When the vibration of your dog’s bark triggers the Sensor Probe, a static
correction is administered through the Contact Points. The Bark Control Collar starts
with the lowest level of static correction and then increases through 6 levels each

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time your dog barks within 30 seconds of the previous bark. If your dog does not bark
again within 30 seconds, the Bark Control Collar will reset itself to the lowest level
of static correction. Along with each static correction, there will be an audible beep.
As an added safety feature, the Bark Control Collar will automatically shut off for 3
minutes if your dog barks 15 times or more within a 50-second period.
Key Definitions
Contact Points: Deliver the safe static correction.
Sensor Probe: Detects the vibrations of your dog’s
barking. Note: The Sensor Probe is not adjustable.
Low Battery Indicator: The Indicator Light will
begin flashing when battery is low.
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 battery is not installed in the Bark Control
Collar.
2. Start with your dog standing comfortably (A).
BATTERY 6V
RFA-67
Low Battery
Indicator Light
Battery
Contact Points
Washers
Sensor Probe
A

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3. Place the Bark Control Collar on your
dog’s neck close to the ears. Center the
Contact Points underneath your dog’s
neck, touching the skin (B).
Note: It is sometimes necessary to trim the
hair around the Contact Points to make
sure that contact is consistent.
Do not shave the pet’s neck as this
may increase the risk of skin irritation.
4. Check the tightness of the Bark Control Collar
by inserting one finger between the end of a
Contact Point and your dog’s neck. The fit
should be snug but not constricting (C).
5. Allow your dog to wear the Bark Control Collar for several minutes then
recheck the fit. Check the fit again as your dog becomes more comfortable
with the Bark Control Collar.
B
C

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6. Trim the collar as follows (D):
a. Mark the desired length of the Bark Control
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 the 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.
The Bark Control Collar should not be worn for more than 12 hours
out of every 24-hour period. Leaving the collar on too long could lead
to skin irritation. Please refer to page 2 for additional information.
To Re-Thread the Collar
Slide Buckle
Ridges
:The slide buckle prevents the collar from becoming loose around your pet’s neck.
:The ridges must be facing up; the collar will slip if it is not properly threaded.
D

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To Insert and Remove the Battery
Note: Do not install the battery while the Bark Control Collar is on your dog.
This Bark Control Collar utilizes a replaceable PetSafe®
battery (RFA-67). This unique battery is designed to make
battery replacement easier and increase water protection.
To insert the battery, align the symbols on the battery
(arrow) and Bark Control Collar (triangle). Use a large coin
to turn the battery clockwise until the arrow lines up with
the lock symbol on the housing.
To remove the battery, turn the battery counter-clockwise
using a large coin. DO NOT attempt to cut into or pry open
the battery. Be sure to discard the used battery properly.
A replacement PetSafe®battery (RFA-67) can be found at many retailers. Contact
the Customer Care Center at or visit our web site to locate a retailer near you.
Battery Life
Average battery life is 3 to 6 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.
Low Battery Indicator
During normal operation the Indicator Light remains off. As the product is used, the battery
will be drained to a weakened state. At this point, the Indicator Light will begin to flash to
show that it is time to change the battery.