Flexi New Comfort M 5m User Manual

Hook

Safety collar

Dog collar

Leash

Collar D-Ring

Brake buttonBrake lock

Directions

“Directions for use“ and

INSPECT LEASH AND COLLAR

BEFORE EACH USE

Hook

Safety collar

Make sure that all parts of the leash and your
dog’s collar are in good condition. If any part
of the leash or your dog’s collar are damaged,
frayed or broken, do not use the leash.

ATTACHING THE LEASH

• Always use the
enclosed
safety

collar
in addition
to your
dog’s collar
as illustrated.
The safety collar

Leash cord

Hand loop

Housing

Handle

prevents snap-back if the dog’s collar
breaks, or if the leash disconnects from
your dog’s collar.

• Attach the hook of the leash to the D-ring
of your dog’s collar.
your dog’s ID tag ring. That ring is not
strong and will break.

• Make sure that the hook is fully closed and
securely attached to the collar D-ring and
the rings of the safety collar.

DETACHING THE LEASH

Make sure your dog is under control. Fully
retract the leash before detaching it.

WHAT TO DO IF THE CORD GETS WET

Pull the cord out of the leash housing as far
as it will go and lock the brake. Leave it to
dry overnight in a place that is out of reach
of children. When the cord is dry, carefully
and slowly retract the leash to keep it under
control.

Never attach it to

USING THE LEASH

Always hold the leash by the handle, never
by the cord. You can also hold the hand loop

with your other hand for extra control. Never
tie leash around a tree, pole, or any other
object.

To stop the leash, press
the brake button.

To lock the brake, press
the brake button and push
the lock forward.

To release the brake lock,
draw back the lock.

To bring your dog nearer, follow these steps
and never touch the cord:

a. Extend your arm

forward and press
the brake button.

b. Step toward your

dog and at the same
time bring your arm
to your side.

c. Release the brake

button and swing
your arm towards the
dog and press the
brake button again.

d. Repeat as needed.

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the entire line please call 1-855-353-9462

or visit our web page

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“Directions for use“ and

other helpful videos

Do not attempt to repair this leash. Do not open
the leash housing. The leash housing contains
a pre-wound spring that can cause injury if
opened. See
the housing will void the Limited Warranty.

This  exi™ retractable dog leash (including

all parts) is warranted by the manufacturer
for a period of two years from the date of
purchase to be free from defects in materials
and workmanship as originally supplied by the
manufacturer.
This Limited Warranty is extended only to the
original purchaser. In the event of a defect,
either return the leash to the place of purchase
or send it with your purchase receipt to the
address mentioned below. This Limited Warranty
will not apply to broken, damaged, or frayed
leash cords/tapes/belts or other parts of the
leash caused by dog chewing, rough surfaces,
or other misuse or abuse.

BPZ.121.SU.11 000114

REPAIRS

LIMITED WARRANTY. Opening

LIMITED WARRANTY

flexi North America, LLC

10901 South Commerce Boulevard, Suite A

Charlotte, North Carolina 28273

please go to
www.flexi-northamerica.com

Retractable
Cord Leash

SPECIAL

PRECAUTIONS

DIRECTIONS

&

Because this leash is retractable,
it requires special precautions to
reduce the risk of injury. Read this
pamphlet before using your leash
and save it for future reference.

Special Precautions

Who can use this leash?

This leash should only be used by responsible
people who have read and can follow all of
these precautions. Anyone who uses this
leash must be able to control the dog and
watch the dog closely at all times to keep it
from running off or wrapping anyone in the
cord. Keep out of reach of small children.
Never let anyone play with this leash.

Is this leash right for your dog?

• Do not use this leash with a disobedient
or uncontrollable dog, since they are more
likely to wrap the cord around people or to
run off at high speeds.

• Only use this leash with a dog that does not
exceed the weight limit listed on the leash.
Leashes for larger dogs have a tape or
belt instead of a cord to reduce the risk of
amputations and cuts.

• Even small dogs can pull hard enough to
injure you, particularly because the length
of the leash allows dogs to run and build up
speed. Follow all of these precautions even
with a small dog.

Consider where you will go

You can use the exi™ retractable leash

anywhere you would normally go with your
dog. However, the leash is designed to give
your dog more freedom while on a leash. For
example, if you go to the vet, groomer or any
crowded place, you cannot give your dog the
additional freedom. You need to have the leash

fully retracted and the brake locked. (Please
refer to paragraph “Injury to Bystanders”). You

may want to consider using a regular, non
retractable leash in these circumstances.

Use this leash only as intended

• Follow the “Directions” section in this pamphlet.

• Never attach more than one dog to the

leash. Never use more than one exi™

leash at a time.

• Never attach any accessories to the leash
housing unless they are sold or approved

by exi™.

CUTS AND BURNS

If the cord runs across your skin, it can cause

abrasions (like a rope burn) or severe cuts.

Cuts and burns are more likely if the cord
wraps around any part of the body.

• Avoid contact with the cord and never let it

• Do not allow slack to build up in the cord

• Do not touch the cord if the cord wraps

• If you want to further reduce the risk of cuts

If the cord wraps around ngers or catches on

a ring, a hard pull on the leash can amputate

ngers or break bones.

• Avoid touching the

• Do not hold the cord.

wrap around any part of your body.

– you might get tangled in the slack.

around you. Turn around or pass the
handle from one hand to the other to
unwrap yourself. (See “Finger Amputation and

Fractures”)

and burns, you can wear long sleeves and
pants to protect your arms and legs.

FINGER AMPUTATION AND FRACTURES

cord when the leash is
attached to your dog and
never let the cord wrap

around hands or ngers.

• Do not grab the cord to control your dog.

• If the cord gets entangled in a bush or
other object, gain control of your dog before
disentangling it. Do not touch the cord if
your dog can pull on it.

• If you want to further reduce the risk of

nger amputation and fractures, you can

take off any rings and wear sturdy gloves.

EYE AND FACE INJURIES

If the leash or your dog’s collar breaks, or if
the leash disconnects from your dog’s collar,
the cord and hook can snap back with enough
force to cause serious eye damage, broken
teeth, cuts, and bruises. If the cord is under
enough tension, this can happen even when
the leash is locked.

• Follow instructions for inspecting, attaching

and detaching the leash in the “Directions”

portion of this pamphlet.

• Attach the safety collar around your dog’s

Because the exi™ leash is

longer than regular leashes, your dog can
build up more speed and pull on it harder,
possibly pulling you to the ground.

• If your dog starts running away from you,

• Do not allow slack to build up in the cord –

• Have secure footing. Do not use the

neck and attach the hook to your dog’s
regular collar. The safety collar prevents
snap-back if the dog’s collar or the hook
breaks, or if the leash disconnects from
your dog’s collar.

FALLS

immediately press the brake button to keep
your dog from building up too much speed.
If your dog has already built up speed, you
will be pulled when you hit the brake or if
the dog reaches the end of the leash.

your dog may run and build up speed until
the slack runs out, suddenly pulling you.

leash while on wheels (for example, a bike,

skateboard or roller blades).

INJURIES TO BYSTANDERS

Bystanders are at risk of all of the injuries
described in this pamphlet. In particular, they
can be cut by the cord if they contact it or if it
wraps around them. They might also trip on
the leash. Bystanders include runners, people
on skates or bikes … Pay special attention to
these bystanders as they may approach at
high speeds.

• Be aware of bystanders. They might not
notice the cord. Control your dog and keep
the cord away from them.

• When around other people or animals,
shorten the leash and keep your dog at your
side with the leash locked.

• Avoid using the exi™ leash near small
children, including children in strollers.

• If the cord gets wrapped around someone,
tell them not to touch the cord. Gain control
of your dog and do not touch the cord if
your dog can pull on it.