Petsafe Guardian Anti-Bark Collar User manual

Guardian®Anti-Bark Collar™
Operating Guide
Manuel d’utilisation
Manual de funcionamiento
Please read this entire guide before beginning
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Thank you for choosing Guardian®by PetSafe®. We want to ensure
your pet’s safety by providing you with the tools and techniques to
successfully train your pet. If you have any questions, please contact
the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677 or visit our website at
www.guardianpet.net.
To get the most protection out of your warranty, please register your
product within 30 days at www.guardianpet.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, Guardian®by PetSafe®will never
give or sell your valuable information to anyone. Complete warranty
information is available online at www.guardianpet.net.
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Table of Contents
Components ..................................................................... 4
Features............................................................................ 4
How the Guardian®Anti-Bark Collar™Works...................... 5
Key Definitions................................................................. 7

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Fit the Anti-Bark Collar..................................................... 7
To Insert and Remove the Batteries...................................11
What to Expect During Use of the Anti-Bark Collar ..........12
Regular Maintenance .......................................................13
To Test the Anti-Bark Collar .............................................14
Accessories ......................................................................14
Frequently Asked Questions .............................................15
Troubleshooting...............................................................16
To Discharge the Anti-Bark Collar ....................................17
Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability ...........................18
Français .........................................................................20
Español ..........................................................................38

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Components
Operating Guide
(2) 3v Batteries
(RFA-35-11)
Guardian®
Anti-Bark Collar™
Features
• 6 levels of Static Correction, automatically adjusts to your dog’s
temperament starting at the lowest level
• Low Battery Warning Indicator
• Waterproof

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How the Guardian®Anti-Bark Collar™Works
The Guardian®Anti-Bark 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
Anti-Bark Collar starts with the lowest level of Static Correction and then
increases through 6 levels each time your dog barks within 30 seconds of the
previous bark. If your dog does not bark again within 30 seconds, the Anti-
Bark 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 Anti-Bark Collar will automatically shut off for 3 minutes if your
dog barks 15 times or more within a 50-second period.

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Important:
• DO NOT use the Anti-Bark Collar with any
additional collars, tags, leashes or other items
that may cause vibration and trigger a false
correction.
• Your dog may wear a harness for attaching a leash
and/or tags while using the Anti-Bark Collar.
• Before playing with your dog, remove the Anti-
Bark Collar.The activity may cause your dog to
bark, which could lead to him associating the play
with the Static Correction.
• Never leave the Anti-Bark Collar on for more
than 12 consecutive hours.

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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 batteries are low.
Batteries
Contact Points
Sensor Probe
Low Battery
Indicator Light
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Fit the Anti-Bark Collar
Important:The proper fit and placement of your Anti-Bark Collar
is important for effective operation.The Contact Points must have
direct contact with your dog’s skin on the underside of his neck.

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To assure a proper fit, please follow these steps:
1. Make sure that the batteries are not installed in the
Anti-Bark Collar.
2. Start with your dog standing comfortably (A).
3. Place the Anti-Bark Collar high 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.
YES
NO
A
4. Check the tightness of the Anti-Bark
Collar by inserting one finger between
the end of a Contact Point and your
dog’s neck (C).The fit should be snug
but not constricting.
5. Allow your dog to wear the Anti-Bark
Collar for several minutes then recheck
B
the fit. Check the fit again as your dog becomes more comfortable with the
Anti-Bark Collar.
6.Trim the collar as follows (D):
a. Mark the desired length of the Anti-Bark Collar with a pen. Allow for
growth if your dog is young or grows a thick winter coat.
b. Remove the Anti-Bark Collar from your dog and cut off the excess.

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c. Before placing the Anti-Bark Collar
back onto your dog, seal the edge of
the cut collar by applying a flame
along the frayed edge.
Important: For comfort, safety and
effectiveness of product, please ensure the
following:
• Check the fit to prevent excessive
pressure by being able to insert one
C
finger between a Contact Point
and your pet’s skin.
•Your dog must be carefully
examined daily for any signs of a
rash or sore.
• If a rash or sore is observed,
discontinue the use of the Anti-
Bark Collar for a few days.
• If the condition persists beyond
48 hours, see your veterinarian.
D
• Your pet’s neck and the Contact Points must be washed weekly with a wash cloth
and mild hand soap, then rinsed thoroughly.
A condition called Pressure Necrosis, which is a devitalization of the skin due to
excessive and prolonged contact against the Contact Points, may occur if the steps
above are not followed.

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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.