SportDOG NoBark 10R User manual

OPERATING GUIDE
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
MANUAL DE FUNCIONAMIENTO
GUIDA ALL’USO
GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE BEFORE BEGINNING
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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 without the safety alert symbol, indicates
a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
harm to your dog.
• Not for use with aggressive dogs. Do not use this product if your dog is aggressive
or if your dog is prone to aggressive behaviour. 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 a
certified trainer.
• Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Do not short-circuit,
mix old batteries, dispose of in fire, or expose to water. When batteries are stored
or disposed, they must be protected from shorting. Dispose of spent batteries
according to the regulations in your area.

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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 dog’s neck may cause
skin damage. This is called bed sores; it is also called decubitus ulcers or
pressure necrosis.
• Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day.
• When possible, reposition the collar on the dog’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 Collar Receiver; 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 at www.sportdog.com.
These steps will help keep your dog safe and comfortable. Millions of dogs are
comfortable while they wear stainless steel contacts. Some dogs are sensitive to
contact pressure. You may find after some time that your dog 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.
• You may need to trim the hair in the area of the Contact Points or switch to the
longer Contact Points to ensure consistent contact. Never shave the dog’s neck;
this may lead to a rash or infection.
• You should not make the collar any tighter than is required for good contact. A
collar that is too tight will increase the risk of pressure necrosis in the
contact area.

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Thank you for choosing SportDOG® Brand training products. Used properly, this
product will help you train your dog efficiently and safely. To ensure your satisfaction,
please review this Operating Guide thoroughly. If you have questions regarding
this product’s operation, please see this manual’s Frequently Asked Questions and
Troubleshooting sections or contact our Customer Care Centre. For a listing of
telephone numbers in your area, visit our website at www.sportdog.com.
To get the most protection out of your warranty, please register your product within 30
days at www.sportdog.com. By registering and keeping your receipt you will enjoy the
product’s full warranty and, should you ever need to call the Customer Care Centre, we
will be able to help you faster. Most importantly, your valuable information will never
be given or sold to anyone. Complete warranty information is available online at
www.sportdog.com.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
COMPONENTS ...................................................................................................... 5
HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS ................................................................................... 5
KEY DEFINITIONS................................................................................................. 6
CHARGING.............................................................................................................7
FIT THE NOBARK™10R.......................................................................................... 8
REGULAR MAINTENANCE .................................................................................... 8
MODES OF OPERATION ........................................................................................ 9
PUSH-BUTTON FUNCTIONS................................................................................10
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING USE OF THE NOBARK™10R.......................................11
ACCESSORIES......................................................................................................11
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.......................................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................................................13
TERMS OF USE AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ..................................................13
COMPLIANCE.......................................................................................................14
BATTERY DISPOSAL............................................................................................15
WARRANTY .........................................................................................................16

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COMPONENTS
HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS
The SportDOG® NoBark™ 10R Rechargeable Bark Control uses several features
designed to shorten the training phase and promote good behaviour. A patented
sensor system provides the most reliable bark detection available. The unit delivers
a static stimulation via the Contact Points only if it detects BOTH vibration from the
vocal cords AND the sound of the bark.
Three user-selectable modes allow you to choose how stimulation is delivered:
1. The patent pending Temperament Learning mode tracks the number of
stimulations needed to substantially reduce (and in most cases eliminate) the
number of nuisance barks. The system provides 10 levels of static stimulation.
It begins with a low-level stimulation (Level 0). However, if excessive barking
continues, the stimulation intensity will increase with each successive bark until
the barking stops. This stimulation level becomes the starting level the next
time the dog barks. Once the dog has learned to reduce the barking, the initial
warning stimulation is reduced.
2. In Progressive Stimulation mode, the static stimulation starts at the lowest
level and progresses to the next level (to a maximum of Level 9) each time your
dog barks within 30 seconds of the previous bark. If your dog does not bark again
within 30 seconds, the stimulation will be reset to the lowest level (Level 0).
3. In the User-Selected Stimulation mode, the user presets the static stimulation
level (0-9) that will be used every time the dog barks.
NOTE: As a built-in safety feature, if your dog barks 15 times or more within an
80 second period, the NoBark™ 10R will automatically shut off for 3 minutes. This
safety feature is active in all three modes of operation.

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IMPORTANT:
Before playing with your dog, remove the NoBark™ 10R. The activity may cause
your dog to bark, which could lead to him associating the play with the stimulation.
KEY DEFINITIONS
MODE BUTTON: Adjusts the operating mode and level of stimulation your dog
receives when barking. This button is also used to turn the NoBark™ 10R on and off.
SOUND-ACTIVATED SENSOR: Detects your dog’s bark.
CONTACT POINTS: Deliver the static stimulation.
VIBRATION SENSOR: Detects the vibrations of your dog’s barking.
DISPLAY: Displays the current Mode of Operation based on the colour and the
numeric indicator. Displays the condition of the battery (Full, OK, Low).
CHARGING JACK: For connecting the charger. Although the NoBark™ 10R is
waterproof without it, keep the cover in place when not charging to keep debris out
of the opening.
VIBRATION
SENSOR
CONTACT POINTS CHARGER CONNECTOR PLACED INTO
THE NOBARK™10R CHARGING JACK
MODE BUTTON
DISPLAY
SOUND ACTIVATED
SENSOR

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CHARGING
Before using the NoBark™ 10R for the first time, be sure to charge the unit by
following the steps described below.
The NoBark™ 10R contains a rechargeable battery pack. When the unit indicates
that the battery is low (battery icon on the display indicates 1 bar or less and/or the
light flashes red 3 times every 5 seconds) it is time to recharge the unit.
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 charge
may not last as long. To conserve battery life, turn the NoBark™ 10R off when not
in use.
Follow these steps to charge the battery:
1. Lift the rubber cover protecting the Charger Jack.
2. Connect the charger connector to the Charging Jack.
3. Plug the charger into a standard wall outlet. The light will flash the sequence
Green-Blue-Red to indicate that charging has started.
4. During charging, keep the NoBark™ 10R in an open, well-ventilated area. The
light will flash red twice every 10 seconds to indicate that charging is active.
5. When charging is complete, the charger will automatically shut off, preventing
overcharging. The light will flash green twice every 10 seconds to indicate that
charging is complete. NOTE: The battery should fully charge in less than 4 hours.
6. Remove the charger connector from the Charging Jack. Replace the rubber
cover. The light will flash the sequence Red-Blue-Green to indicate the unit is no
longer charging.
NOTE: The NoBark™ 10R will automatically turn off when the charger is connected
to it. Therefore, following a charge, turn the unit back on before using it.
NOTE: If the battery pack is very low (i.e. been used too long or stored for an
extended period of time) it may take some time for the unit to indicate that charging
has started. If the unit does not indicate that it is charging after 1 hour, please
contact our Customer Care Centre for help.

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FIT THE NOBARK™10R
IMPORTANT: The proper fit and placement of your NoBark™ 10R is important for
effective operation. The Contact Points must have direct contact with your
dog’s skin.
See page 3 for Important Safety Information.
To ensure a proper fit, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the unit is off.
2. With your dog standing, center the NoBark™ 10R so
the Contact Points are underneath your dog’s neck,
touching the skin.
• You may need to trim the hair in the area of the Contact Points. Never shave the
dog’s neck; this may lead to a rash or infection.
• You should not make the collar any tighter than is required for good contact.
A collar that is too tight will increase the risk of pressure necrosis in the
contact area.
3. The NoBark™ 10R should fit snugly, yet loose enough to allow one finger to fit
between the strap and your dog’s neck
4. Allow your dog to wear the collar for several minutes and then recheck the fit.
Check the fit again as your dog becomes more comfortable wearing the
NoBark™ 10R.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
• Your dog’s neck and the Contact Points must be washed weekly with a
damp cloth.
• Be sure that your pet’s neck is thoroughly dry before placing the NoBark™ 10R
back on his neck.

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MODES OF OPERATION
The NoBark™ 10R has three Modes of Operation. These three modes are indicated
by the light colour and the display combination.
Mode Display
1Temperament Learning Green light
2Progressive Stimulation Blue/Green light
3User-Selected
Stimulation Blue light/Number indicates the active
stimulation level
NOTE: In User-Selected Mode, always start training at the lowest level of
stimulation (Level 0). Watch how your dog reacts and, if necessary, progress to the
next stimulation level.
NOTE: When the Operating Mode is changed, the stimulation level is automatically
reset to Level 0.

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PUSH-BUTTON FUNCTIONS
The NoBark™ 10R has a single push-button that allows you to turn the unit on and
off, display the current Operating Mode, and change the Operating Mode.
Task Steps to perform Indications
Turn the
collar on Press and release the push- button while the unit is off. The light will flash green five times and then will display the current
Operating Mode.
Turn the
collar off Press the push-button until the display goes blank and the red
light comes on. Then, release
the push-button.*
The light will flash red four times
and the unit will turn off.
Display current
Operating Mode Press and hold the push-button for less than 2 seconds. The unit will display the current Operating Mode and the
battery condition.
Change active
Operating Mode 1. Press and hold the push- button for 5 seconds. Mode will advance and be displayed.
2. Continue to hold the push-
button to advance to the
next available mode.
Every 2 seconds the mode will
advance and be displayed.
3. When the desired mode is
displayed, release the
push-button.
The selected mode will
be displayed.
4. Once the push-button has
been released for 5 seconds,
the new Operating Mode
will go into effect.
The display will flash four times
and then the unit will resume
normal operation using the new
Operating Mode.**
5. If the push-button is
released too early, simply
press it again within
5 seconds.
The mode will advance and
continue as described in Step 2.
* If you continue to push the button for more than 5 seconds, you will begin
changing modes.
** The light will flash every five seconds to indicate the current mode.