DO’s & DON’Ts
DO:
Adjust distance & angle settings accordingly for indoor vs. outdoor play.
DO:
Monitor your dog’s play.
DO:
Help your dog to get used to the Ball Launcher before use.
DO:
Teach your dog to drop the ball into the machine to launch.
DO:
Place on a flat, level surface, NOT elevated.
DON’T:
Put your hands into the launch area at any time.
DON’T:
Use anything other than a tennis ball to launch.
DON’T:
Launch a tennis ball at anyone.
DON’T:
Submerge Ball Launcher in water or leave outside when not in use.
• Monitor your pet’s play.
• The Ball Launcher is NOT A CHILD’S TOY. Do not allow unsupervised use while in the
presence of children.
• ALWAYS have yourself and your dog stand either to the side or 7 feet away from the front of
the unit when the ball launcher is turned ON.
• NEVER touch the safety sensor in the launch pocket. This sensor is for your safety and if it
is touched during operation or while the unit is ON it may cause serious injury.
• When loading the Ball Launcher, never reach your hands or body inside the working area
of the device.
• Risk of electric shock. Do not use the device in wet conditions or on wet grass.
• The power cord should be used at the owner’s discretion. Do not use power adapter
outdoors.
• Balls can be considered a Choking Hazard. Do not allow unsupervised use.
• If the sensors become dirty in the launch pocket or there is an obstruction, turn power
o and wipe the sensor with a cotton swab or use an old toothbrush to remove the
obstruction. Do not place your hand inside the launch pocket.
• Do not use in extreme heat or cold. Always consider your pet’s health.
Do not place hand in hopper.
Do not place hand in launch pocket.
• Only use the Ball Launcher as indicated in this operating guide.
• Launching indoors: For best use indoors, use the lowest angle and distance setting.
Increase angle and distance at user’s own risk.
• Do not drop, kick or throw the ball launcher.
• For your dog’s safety, the Ball Launcher will only play for 15 minutes at a time, then rest for
15 minutes.
The 15 minute play period will only begin once a ball has been dropped into the hopper.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many balls can be
loaded into the hopper
at once?
• No more than three at a time. It is recommended to load
one at a time for use during independant play, or when
launching on higher settings.
How far does the
launcher shoot the balls
and at what angle?
There are 9 distance settings and 6 angle settings.
Depending on which settings you use, the Ball
Launcher will shoot the balls up to 30 feet and
Can I use the Ball
Launcher indoors and
outdoors?
• Yes! The Ball Launcher is specifically designed to be used
indoors and outdoors with multiple distance and angle
settings.
How far should my dog
stand back from the
machine before the
ball launches?
The motion sensor detects movement from up to 7 feet
away. Your dog should be standing behind that distance
or to the side of the launch pocket area, out of view of the
motion sensor.
Will the Ball Launcher
turn o automatically?
• No, however, the Ball Launcher will go to sleep after 15
minutes of play. It will then rest for 15 minutes and cycle
through another 15 minutes. This continues until the
power button is turned o.
How do I teach my dog
to use the machine on
their own?
Refer to Operating and Training Guide p. 6-9.
QUICK START GUIDE Read all warnings.
Full operation and training guide included.
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