User Manual

Before you begin, install the CR2 and CR2450
lithium batteries (included) in the collar and remote
trainer. Both installations are completed by opening the
battery hatch inserting the battery and reinstalling the
cover. The battery life will depend on how frequently your
dog receives the static correction. You’ll know the collar
batteries need to be replaced when you see the collar
indicator light blink red every 3 seconds. If the battery
level is low in the remote trainer, you’ll see a “B” blink
in the display window once every 10 seconds.
2. Installing the Probes
Your collar comes factory installed with long
probes for thick or long-haired breeds. You can use the
short probes for short-haired dogs, although Havahart
recommends that the long probes be used on all breeds just
to ensure sufficient contact with the skin. To change the
probes, simply unscrew the long probes (using pliers or a
wrench if needed) and replace them. Be sure the rubber
insulator is between the probe and the collar strap. Hand
tighten the probes as far as you can. If needed, use pliers
or wrench to go one turn further.
Do not over tighten. Always use rubber insulators
to keep probes tight and provide insulation during damp
conditions. The rubber insulators are necessary to maintain
the waterproofing.
3. Fitting the Collar
Very Important! The collar must be fitted properly
to work effectively.
Be sure the collar is turned off. Position the collar high
up on your pet’s neck underneath the chin, with the probes
facing upward touching the pet’s skin. Make sure probes
maintain contact with skin. Adjust nylon collar to fit snug
but not tight. You should be able to slide one finger
between your pet’s coat and the training collar. The correct
fit is essential because most training failures are caused
by probes not making direct contact with the skin.
Once collar is adjusted to correct length, remove
collar, trim excess, and use a match or lighter to carefully
melt the end of the strap to prevent fraying. Remember, for
growing dogs, check collar size weekly and adjust when
necessary. Allow enough nylon for the collar to grow with
your dog.
Havahart recommends that you help your dog get used to
wearing the collar before you turn it on for training. Let
your dog wear it continuously for a minimum of two separate
but consecutive 12-hour sessions (over the course of 2 days).
This adjustment period will deliver better learning, as your
dog will not become collar-wise, that is, only obeying
commands when wearing the collar.