Gb - 28- To obtain a good radio range, do not cover the antenna when you hold the remote control in your hand.- The position of the receiver collar around the neck of the dog should be in the following way: the redmark on the collar is visible and is not in contact with the breast of the dog.- Check the batteries (remote control and receiver collar) before using the unit and replace or rechargethem as soon as the level of load is weak.- The performances of the batteries decrease slightly under temperatures lower than 0°C. If possiblekeep the remote control warm (e.g. inside a pocket) before using it. Fitting the collarThe strap must be adjusted so that the contact points are in contact with the skin of the dog.- If the strap is too loose, the collar is likely to move and repeated friction can irritate the skin of your dog.Furthermore, it will not function correctly.- If the collar is too tight, the dog will have breathing difficulties.Do not leave the collar positioned at the same place for long periods (i.e. over 3 hours) because this cancause irritations. If your dog must wear the collar for long periods, regularly change the position on theneck of your dog.Do not leave the collar more than 8 hours per day on your dog. Check your dog’s neck regularly. Ifirritations appear, remove the collar until all signs of skin irritations have disappeared. Starting out with the training collar- You can start using the collar with 6 month-old puppies that have already received some basic training:« stay », « sit », or at least « no ».- Do not use the collar with dogs that are not in good physical shape (i.e. cardiac problems, epilepsy) orhave behavioural problems.- Your dog will need to get used to the collar; for a few days let the dog wear the collar but do not use it.- Positive and effective training takes time. Do not rush:- Choose a familiar area, a place your dog is used to.- Define the level of stimulation from which your dog reacts by starting with the level of thelowest intensity and increasing gradually.- Choose the right moment to press the button: at the exact time your dog does somethingwrong.- Give your dog plenty of encouragement: it will learn faster and its desire to respond willonly increase.- Do not hesitate to contact a professional trainer for any further advice.