Operating and Training Guide
Guide d’emploi et de dressage
Guía para el uso y el amaestramiento
Please read this entire guide before beginning
Veuillez lire entièrement le guide avant de commencer.
Por favor, lea completamente esta guía antes de comenzar
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Thank you for choosing PetSafe®. Our mission is to ensure your pet’s safety by
providing you 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.petsafe.net.
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Components
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Contact Points
Long
Lithium
Batteries
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Test Light
3-volt
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Receiver
Collar w/Short
Contact Points
Remote
Transmitter
9-Volt Battery
Warranty
Card
Operating and
Training Guide
Other Items You May Need
• Small Phillips screwdriver
• Pliers
• Scissors
• Lighter
• Non-metallic collar and 10-foot leash
How the System Works
The PetSafe Remote Trainer has been proven safe, comfortable, and effective for all pets over 8
pounds. This system assists you in controlling your pet without a leash in a range up to 100 yards.
At the push of a button, the Remote Transmitter sends a signal, activating the Receiver Collar.
Using the Remote Trainer consistently and correctly, many misbehaviors that your pet exhibits can
be corrected or any basic obedience commands can be taught.
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Key Defi nitions
Remote Transmitter: Transmits the radio signal to the
Receiver Collar.
Arrow: Indicates the level of stimulation that will be
delivered to your pet.
Intensity Level Dial: Provides a choice of 10 different
levels of stimulation to enable you to match the level to
your pet’s temperament.
Transmitter Indicator Light: Indicates when any
button on the Remote Transmitter is pressed. This light
also serves as a low battery indicator.
Tone Only Button: Sends an audible tone to your pet.
There is no stimulation associated with this button.
Stimulation Only Button: Delivers stimulation to your
pet through the Contact Points. When this button is held
down continuously for 8 seconds, the Remote Transmitter
will “time-out”, and you must release and press the button
again before any additional stimulation can be delivered to
your pet.
Remote Transmitter
Arrow
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Level Dial
Transmitter
Indicator Light
Tone Only Button
Stimulation
Only Button
Receiver Collar: Receives the radio signal
from the Remote Transmitter.
Contact Points: Deliver stimulation to your
pet.
Receiver Collar
Antenna
Receiver Indicator Light: Indicates when the
Receiver Collar has been turned on or off. This
light also serves as a low battery indicator.
Receiver
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ON/OFF
Button
Battery
Lid
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Operating Guide
Step
1
Prepare the Remote Transmitter
To Insert and Remove the Battery
1.
Hold the Remote Transmitter face down and pull the battery door open (1A).
2. Insert the 9-volt battery with the positive side oriented as shown (1B).
3. Replace the battery door by positioning the bottom edge (1C), and snap the battery
door into place.
1B
To verify the battery has been inserted correctly
1. Press either button on the Remote Transmitter.
2. The Transmitter Indicator Light should come on.
3. If the Transmitter Indicator Light does not come on, you may have inserted the
battery backwards. Try taking it out and turning it around.
4. If the Transmitter Indicator Light still does not come on, contact the Customer Care
Center at 1-800-732-2677.
Transmitter Indicator Light – Function and Response
Remote Transmitter Function Transmitter Indicator Light Response
Any button is pressedSolid in color
Low batteryFlashes every 4 to 5 seconds
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Step
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Prepare the Receiver Collar
Your Receiver Collar comes with short Contact Points
installed. Use the long Contact Points for pets with long or
thick hair. Tighten the Contact Points with pliers one-half turn
beyond fi nger tight (2A). Check the tightness weekly.
To Insert and Remove the Batteries
1. Remove the screws with a small Phillips screwdriver (2B).
2. Slide the Battery Lid out.
3. Install two (2), 3-volt batteries positive (+) side up (2C).
4. Slide the Battery Lid into the Receiver Collar.
5. Reinstall the screws (2D). Do not over-tighten the screws.
Replacement batteries (3-volt, CR2032) can be found at many retailers. Contact the
Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677 or visit our website at www.petsafe.net for a
list of common retailers.
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Receiver Collar
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Batteries
(CR2032)
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Waterproof
Seal
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Turning the Receiver Collar On and Off
To turn the Receiver Collar on, press and release the On/Off Button. The Receiver
Indicator Light will fl ash twice after the button is released, indicating the Receiver Collar
is ready to receive signals from the Remote Transmitter.
Once the Receiver Collar has been turned on, press the top button of the Remote
Transmitter. Upon pressing, the Receiver Collar should beep for as long as the top
button is pressed. If it does not, see “To Pair the Remote Transmitter and the Receiver
Collar” in the Troubleshooting section.
To turn the Receiver Collar off, press and release the On/Off Button. The Receiver
Indicator Light will fl ash three times after the button is released, indicating the unit has
been turned off.
Note: To extend the life of the batteries, turn the Receiver Collar off when it is not in use.
Important: If the Receiver Collar is left on continuously, the maximum battery
life (before replacing batteries) will be two weeks.
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Receiver Indicator Light – Function and Response
Receiver Collar Function Receiver Indicator Light Response
Turning onFlashes two times
Turning off Flashes three times
Low batteryFlashes every 4 to 5 seconds
Important: The proper fi t and placement of your Receiver Collar is important
for effective training. The Contact Points must have direct contact with your
pet’s skin on the underside of his neck.
To assure a proper fi t, please follow these steps:
1. Have your pet standing comfortably (3A).
2. Center the Contact Points underneath your pet’s neck, touching
the skin (3B). If your pet has a long or thick coat, use the enclosed
long Contact Points to reach through the hair. Note: It is sometimes
necessary to trim the hair around the Contact Points to make sure that
contact is consistent.
3. The Receiver Collar should fi t snugly, yet
loose enough to allow one fi nger to fi t
between the strap and your pet’s neck (3C).
4. Allow your pet to wear the collar for several
minutes then recheck the fi t. Check the fi t
again as your pet becomes more comfortable
with the Receiver Collar. If your pet’s neck
is less than 12” around, you will need to
thread the part of the collar which includes
the antenna through the buckle. It will be a
tight fi t.
5. Trim the collar as follows (3D):
a. Mark the desired length of the collar with a
pen. Allow for growth if your pet is young
or grows a thick winter coat.
b. Remove the Receiver Collar from your pet
and cut off the excess. Important: Do not
cut the part of the collar containing the
Antenna.
c. Before placing the Receiver Collar back
onto your pet, seal the edge of the cut collar
by applying a fl ame along the frayed edge.
3B
3C
3D
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Care and Cleaning
For comfort, safety, and effectiveness of this product, please ensure that you check the
fi t of your pet’s collar frequently. This Guide describes proper collar fi tting. If any skin
irritation is observed, discontinue the use of the collar for a few days. If the condition
persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
To prevent skin irritation from occurring:
• The Receiver Collar should not be worn for more than 8 hours out of every 24-hour
period.
• Your pet’s neck and the Contact Points must be washed weekly with a washcloth and
mild hand soap, then rinsed thoroughly.
• Be sure that your pet’s neck is thoroughly dry before placing the Receiver Collar back
on his neck.
To Re-Thread the Collar
Slide Buckle
The slide buckle prevents the collar from
becoming loose around your pet’s neck.
Ridges
The ridges must be facing up; the collar will
slip if it is not properly threaded.
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Find the Best Intensity Level for Your Pet
The Remote Trainer has ten (10) different Intensity Levels. This allows you to choose
the stimulation that is best for your pet.
Note: Always start at the lowest level and work your way up.
Once you have placed the Receiver Collar on your pet, it is time to fi nd the Intensity
Level that is best for your him. This is called the Recognition Level.
A slight change in your pet’s behavior, such as looking around in curiosity, scratching at
his collar, or fl icking his ears, indicates the Recognition Level that is best for him.
Follow the steps below to fi nd your pet’s Recognition Level:
1. Press the Tone Only Button for 2 to 3 seconds. If your pet reacts to this, you may
use this button for training. If your pet shows no reaction, go to the next step.
2. Starting at Level 1, press the Stimulation Only Button continuously for 2 to 3
seconds.
3. If your pet shows no reaction, go to the next Intensity Level and repeat the process.
4. Repeat each Intensity Level several times before moving to the next level.
5. YOUR PET SHOULD NOT VOCALIZE OR PANIC. IF THIS HAPPENS, GO
BACK TO THE PREVIOUS LEVEL AND REPEAT THE PROCESS.
6. If your pet continues to show no response at Level 10, check the fi t of the Receiver
Collar. If your pet has long or thick hair, replace the Contact Points with the longer
set. Then go back to # 2 and repeat the process. If this still does not yield any results,
your pet’s hair will need to be trimmed around the Contact Points.
If all of these steps have been done and your pet continues to show no reaction to the
stimulation, contact the Customer Care Center at 1-800-732-2677.
The audible sound emitted by the Receiver Collar can be just as effective as the
stimulation for some dogs. The Transmitter Indicator Light will glow for as long as this
button is pressed. To use this button for training, simply substitute “Tone Only Button”
whenever “Stimulation Only Button” is used in the Training Guide section.
To train using the Stimulation Only Button:
You control the timing of the stimulation being applied to your pet. The stimulation
stays on as long as the Stimulation Only Button is pressed. If this button is pressed
longer than 8 seconds, the Remote Transmitter will “time-out,” the Transmitter
Indicator Light will turn off, and stimulation will no longer be delivered to your pet.
This is a safety feature in the Remote Transmitter. If the Remote Transmitter times out,
release the Stimulation Only Button and press it again to deliver stimulation.
Note: For either one or both of these training methods to be effective, they must be used
consistently along with the command you are trying to teach your pet.
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Training Guide
General Tips
• Eliminate one misbehavior or teach one obedience command at a time. If you move too fast with
the training, your pet may become confused.
• Be consistent. Give your pet a tone or stimulation with each misbehavior.
• Do not over-correct your pet. Use as few stimulations as possible to train your pet.
• Unless you can supervise him, it is recommended that you restrict your pet from situations in
which he has a history of misbehaving. However, setting up a situation as a training session can
dramatically improve your chances of success.
• If your pet reacts to the training by hiding or acting fearful, redirect his attention to a simple and
appropriate behavior such as the “Sit” command.
• Never use the Remote Trainer to correct or eliminate any form of aggressive behavior. If you are
unsure if your dog is aggressive, please consult your veterinarian or a certifi ed trainer.
1. Put a separate, non-metallic collar on your pet’s neck ABOVE the Receiver Collar, and attach a
10-foot leash. Note: Be sure the extra collar does not put pressure on the Contact Points.
2. Hold the leash and the Remote Transmitter in one hand. Keep your other hand free to guide
your pet into a “Sit” position.
3. Press and hold the Stimulation Only Button.
4. Immediately give the “Sit” command while continuing to hold the Stimulation Only Button.
5. Release the Stimulation Only Button as soon as your pet is in position, and praise him.
6. Release your pet from the “Sit” command and play.
7. Repeat Steps 2 through 6.
Note: If your pet breaks the “Sit” command, repeat steps 3 through 6. Keep your pet close to you while
teaching the “Sit” command.
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The “Come” Command
1. Put a separate, non-metallic collar on your
pet’s neck ABOVE the Receiver Collar, and
attach a 10-foot leash. Note: Be sure the extra
collar does not put pressure on the Contact Points.
2. Hold your leash in one hand and the Remote
Transmitter in the other.
3. Wait for your pet to walk away from you.
Using the Recognition Level for your pet,
press and hold the Stimulation Only Button
on your Remote Transmitter.
4. Immediately give the command “Come”
while continuing to hold the Stimulation Only
Button.
5. Using the leash, gently guide your pet toward
you until he begins to come in your direction.
6. Immediately release the Stimulation Only
Button as soon as your pet steps towards you,
and praise him enthusiastically.
7. Quickly move backwards as your pet begins
to come back to you, praising him the entire
time.
8. Praise your pet when he returns to you.
9. Repeat Steps 3 through 8.
10. Once your pet responds readily to the
“Come” command several times, back away
from him without giving a command. When
your pet turns toward you, give the command
“Come” (WITHOUT STIMULATION) and
praise him while you continue to back up.
Praise your pet when he returns to you.
11. Use your leash to prevent your pet from
running past you. If your pet manages to run
past you, repeat Steps 3 through 8.
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The “Stay” Command
1. Put a separate, non-metallic collar on your pet’s neck ABOVE the Receiver Collar, and attach a
10-foot leash. Note: Be sure the extra collar does not put pressure on the Contact Points.
2. Put your pet on his bed. Hold your leash in one hand and the Remote Transmitter in the other.
3. Staying within 3 feet, walk the perimeter of the bed. Do not say anything to your pet.
4. If your pet tries to leave the bed, press and hold the Stimulation Only Button and give the
“Stay” command. Continue to hold the button until your pet is back on his bed. If necessary,
use the leash to guide your pet onto his place.
5. Praise your pet when he is back on his bed.
6. Once your pet has settled for a few seconds, release him and play calmly.
Pets typically jump up to get attention. If you do not want your pet to jump on you, then friends
or members of the family should not encourage this behavior. That means every time your pet
jumps on someone, he should be reprimanded or redirected to an alternate and acceptable
behavior, for which he can receive praise.
Note: It is best if your pet fi rst understands the “Sit” command.
1. Choose your pet’s Recognition Level.
2. As soon as your pet lifts his paws off the ground
to jump on you, press the Stimulation Only
Button and give the command “Sit.”
3. Release the Stimulation Only Button
immediately once your pet is sitting, and
verbally praise him.
4. If your pet ignores the stimulation, increase the
Intensity Level by 1.
5. Practice this exercise in several different areas
and use different people for distractions.
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Digging
It is important to fi rst understand why your pet is digging. Many dogs, such as terriers, were bred
to fl ush out prey, and digging is very innate to them. Other dogs may be digging to fi nd a cool
spot to lie down, or simply out of boredom. Your pet may no longer have the desire to dig if he is
provided with the following:
• A cool, shaded area in which to lie down, and plenty of water.
• An alternate activity, such as a favorite toy.
• Plenty of play, exercise, and attention.
• A yard free from rodents or prey that he may be trying to fl ush out.
1. Choose the Intensity Level 1 higher than your pet’s Recognition Level.
2. Place the Receiver Collar on your pet and wait at least 10 minutes before placing him in the
yard. No other people or pets should be in the yard, as you do not want your pet to associate
the stimulation with anything other than his digging. Your pet must be securely fenced in or
contained during training.
3. From a window or area where your pet cannot see you, wait until your pet begins to dig.
4. While your pet digs, press the Stimulation Only Button and release it when he stops digging.
Only press the button while your pet is in the act of digging, and do not say anything to him.
5. If your pet ignores the stimulation, increase the Intensity Level by 1.
6. Continue to watch your pet, as he may choose another area to dig.
7. Do not allow your pet in the yard unsupervised until he has completely stopped digging.
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Chasing
Chasing is an instinctive behavior stimulated by moving objects. Some dogs have a particularly
strong desire to chase that can put them in harm’s way and leave you helpless. Never allow your
dog off the leash or out of a contained area until he has learned the “Come” command, regardless
of the distraction. Be consistent and correct your dog every time he chases something.
1. If your dog has not learned the “Come” command, keep a leash on him so you can physically
stop him before he reaches the object he is chasing.
2. Choose the Intensity Level 1 higher than your dog’s Recognition Level.
3. Set up a scenario where your dog is enticed to chase an object. Common items could be cars,
motorcycles, bicycles, etc. (do not use toys).
4. When the object passes in front of your dog, make sure to hold the leash with a fi rm grip. As
soon as your dog begins to chase the object, press and hold the Stimulation Only Button until
he stops
5. When your dog stops chasing the object, immediately release the button, walk backwards and
give the command “Come.” Praise your dog as he comes to you.
6. Repeat the process until your dog stops chasing the object.
Trash Raiding
The easiest way to prevent trash raiding is to remove garbage and tempting food from your pet’s
environment. You can use the Remote Trainer to teach your pet to stay away from these items;
however, you must be prepared to correct your pet every time he approaches them.
1. Choose the Intensity Level 1 higher than your
pet’s Recognition Level.
2. Pick a temptation for your pet and position
yourself where he cannot see you.
3. While your pet’s mouth is touching the
temptation, press and hold the Stimulation
Only Button. Immediately release the button
when your pet leaves the temptation.
4. Do not say anything, as you want your pet to associate the stimulation with his behavior, not you.
5. If your pet does not respond to the stimulation, increase the Intensity Level by 1 and repeat the
process.
6. Repeat this process in several different locations with different temptations.
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Excessive Barking
Barking is an instinctive behavior for dogs. It is impossible to keep your dog from barking entirely,
but you can teach him be quiet when you give him a command.
Note: This will only be effective when you are at home with your dog.
1. Choose your pet’s Recognition Level.
2. Put your dog in a situation that will tempt him to bark.
3. When your dog begins to bark, press the Stimulation Only Button and give him the command
“Quiet.”
4. Immediately release the button once your dog stops barking and praise him.
5. If your dog ignores the stimulation and continues to bark, increase the Intensity Level by 1 and
repeat the process.
6. Practice this exercise in different areas using different situations that would cause your dog to
bark.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the stimulation safe and
humane?
How old does my pet have to be
before using the PetSafe Remote
Trainer?
Once my pet is trained and has
been obeying my commands,
will he have to continue to wear
the Receiver Collar?
Is the Receiver Collar
waterproof?
Can I use the Remote Trainer
with more than one pet?
Can I use the Remote Trainer on
aggressive dogs or stop my dog
from being aggressive?
Will I get exactly 100 yards of
range with the Remote Trainer?
How long can I continuously
deliver stimulation to my pet?
What do I do if my pet’s neck
becomes red and irritated?
Can I place the Receiver Collar
on another collar?
Can I attach a leash to the
Receiver Collar?
How often do I need to replace
the batteries?
While the stimulation is unpleasant, it is harmless to your
pet. Electronic training devices require interaction and
training from the owner to achieve desired results.
Your pet should be able to recognize basic obedience
commands such as “Sit” or “Stay”. The Receiver Collar may
be too large for pets under 8 pounds.
Probably not. You may need to reinforce training with the
Receiver Collar from time to time.
Yes. When changing the batteries, be sure to keep the area
free of dirt and debris. Also, make sure the screws are fl ush
with the Battery Lid.
Yes, you can use the Remote Trainer on any pet you want to
train. If you would like to train more than one pet at a time,
you will have to buy multiple systems.
We do not recommend any of our products to be used on
aggressive dogs. If you are unsure if your dog is aggressive,
please consult your veterinarian or a certifi ed trainer.
The range of the Remote Trainer will vary according to
terrain, weather, vegetation, as well as transmission from
other radio devices.
The maximum amount of time you can press the
Stimulation Only Button and deliver stimulation to your
pet continuously is 8 seconds. After this, the Remote
Transmitter will time-out, and the Stimulation Only Button
must be released and pressed again.
Discontinue use of the Receiver Collar for a few days. If the
condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
Once the skin returns to normal, monitor your pet’s skin
condition closely.
No. The collar used for this unit has a sleeve to hold the
Antenna.
No. This can result in pulling the Contact Points too tightly
against your pet’s neck. Use a separate collar placed above
the Receiver Collar to attach a leash.
If the Receiver Collar is left on continuously, the batteries
will last about 2 weeks. We recommend you turn the
Receiver Collar off when it is not in use. The 9-volt battery
in the Remote Transmitter will last about 2-3 months,
depending on the frequency of use.
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How will I know when to replace
the batteries?
How long can I leave the
Receiver Collar on my pet?
Troubleshooting
The Indicator Lights on both the Remote Transmitter and
the Receiver Collar act as low battery indicators. When the
batteries are low, the Indicator Light will fl ash once every
4-5 seconds.
The Receiver Collar is not designed to be worn constantly.
We recommend the Receiver Collar not be worn for more
than 8 hours out of every 24-hour period.
My pet does not respond when
I press the Tone or Stimulation
Only Button.
The Receiver Collar will not
turn on.
The Receiver Collar is not
responding to the Remote
Transmitter.
The Receiver Collar does
not beep when I press the
Stimulation Only Button.
• Make sure the Receiver Collar has been turned on.
• If your range has reduced from the fi rst time you used the
Remote Trainer, the battery(s) may be low in either the
Remote Transmitter or Receiver Collar. This is indicated
by the Indicator Light fl ashing once every 4-5 seconds on
either unit.
• Many factors can impact the amount of range you have
with the Remote Trainer. For a list of these factors, see
“How the System Works”.
• Test the Receiver Collar. See “Test Light Instructions.”
• Make sure the Contact Points are placed snugly against
your pet’s skin.
• Trim your pet’s fur where the Contact Points touch the
neck and/or switch to the longer Contact Points.
• Increase the Intensity Level by 1. See “Find the Best
Intensity Level for Your Pet.”
• Check that two (2) CR2032 batteries have been installed
properly. See “To Insert and Remove the Batteries.”
• Verify the Receiver Collar is on.
• If the Indicator Light does not come on when any button
is pressed on the Transmitter, take the battery out, turn it
around, and reinsert it.
• If the fi rst two solutions did not resolve your problem, see
“To Pair the Remote Transmitter and the Receiver Collar.”
• There is no tone associated with this button. An audible
tone is emitted by the Receiver Collar only when the
Tone Only Button is pressed, or when pairing the Remote
Transmitter with the Receiver Collar.
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