Dogtra 280 Series - Manual (Page 19)

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1. My dog is not reacting to the collar.
- Make sure the receiver is turned on. Place
the two red dots together to activate the
receiver. Push the blue button on the
transmitter until it illuminates to activate the
transmitter.
- Be sure the collar strap is tight enough so
both contact points are touching the dog’s
skin.
- The contact points may be too short for the
dog. To place an order for longer contacts
appropriate for your dog, please call
(888) 811-9111.
If you are already using the longest contact
point available, you might need to trim
down the hair on the dog’s neck so both
contact points are touching the dog’s skin.
- The intensity level may be too low for your
dog. Keep increasing the stimulation until
the dog responds usually by neck
movement, head shaking, looking over his
shoulder, etc. (response may be very subtle
so pay attention.)
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2. The LED indicator light comes on, but I do
not feel any stimulation.
- Your tolerance may be higher than your
dog’s. You may need to try the unit on your
fingertips where sensitivity is higher and/or
increase the stimulation level. Be sure both
contact points are touching both of your
fingertips.
- The battery may be low, check the LED
light for battery life.
- If you have a full charge, and you have done
all of the above, your unit may need to be
serviced. Please contact Customer Service
at [email protected] or (888) 811-9111.
3. The transmitter has no range, or stimulation
is less when the dog is farther away.
- The antenna(s) may be damaged. To order
parts, please contact Customer Service at
(888) 811-9111.
- The range indicated on the unit’s box is for
flat terrain. Heavy brush, trees, hills or
moisture will affect the range of your unit.
For best range, hold the transmitter
vertically above your head, and/or try
moving to higher ground.
- Any electrical conductors will affect the
range, such as cars, chain-link dog runs,
metal buildings, and radio towers. For best
results, operate away from these structures.