Tri-Tronics Classic 70S, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...ics Owner s Guide The Field Series and Pro Series Remote Trainers Models covered Classic 70S Trashbreaker UltraXLS Flyway SpecialXLS Upland SpecialXLS Pro 100XLS Pro 200XLS Pro 500XLS TRI TRONICS OWNER S GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...ics com or by calling toll free at 1 800 456 4343 Thank you for choosing Tri Tronics and happy training Product Specifications Product specifications may change without notice or obligation since Tri Tronics is committed to a policy of continuous improvement Certain Tri Tronics products are covered by one or more of these U S patent numbers 4794402 4802482 5054428 5099797 5193484 5471954 D298872 4...

Page 3: ...AINER ON AND OFF 10 FITTING THE COLLAR ON THE DOG 10 SETTING THE INTENSITY 12 USING THE STIMULATION BUTTONS 13 THE N SETTING 14 USING THE TONE 15 USING THE BEEPER Upland SpecialXLS 15 EXPECTED RANGE 15 RADIO SIGNAL ISSUES 16 FCC COMPLIANCE 16 MULTI DOG MODELS 16 BATTERY CHARGING 17 CARE AND CLEANING 19 SERVICE AND WARRANTY 20 PRODUCT SAFETY 21 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 22 ...

Page 4: ...e a collar on a dog continuously See page 10 3 Select an intensity level for training Level 1 is the lowest level 6 is the highest level 5 is the highest on the Classic 70S Release the transmitter button when changing levels during training Intensity selection tips are in the training manual and video that came with your Remote Trainer See pages 12 13 4 Stimulation If you are unfamiliar with the s...

Page 5: ... Transmitter Light See chart on page 6 for functions On selected models this light is also a push button which controls tone or the Beeper Transmitter Charging Jack Stimulation Buttons Removable Button Guard Use all or part Page 2 Remote Trainer FEATURE GUIDE ...

Page 6: ...Contact Points Fixed or changeable length depending on model Collar Charging Jack Collar Light Feature Guide Page 3 On Off Switch ...

Page 7: ...s available orange green yellow Flyway Changeable One mile 1 6 Continuous One red 24 No No 2 dog units available SpecialXLS length Momentary Two black 18 momentary orange green 6 continuous Upland Changeable One mile 1 6 Continuous One red 24 No Yes 2 dog units available SpecialXLS length Momentary Two black 18 momentary orange green 6 continuous Pro 100XLS Changeable One mile 1 6 Continuous Two r...

Page 8: ... collar soon Glows steadily Collar is charging while on charger Note that in cold weather the low battery light may come on prematurely Transmitter Light Action Transmitter Function Glows steadily while Transmitting a button is pressed Blinks rapidly 8 times Low batteries Recharge per second while a the transmitter soon stimulation button is pressed Glows steadily while Transmitter is charging on ...

Page 9: ... sized necks by sliding the receiver along the strap If the strap is too long for your dog you can cut off excess length Leave enough length to go through any d ring or keeper that is present See Fitting the Collar on the Dog page 10 You may also use any collar strap that fits the receiver Slide the correct color strap through one side of the receiver then through the other side Snug the strap fir...

Page 10: ...dercoats the long contact points will give the best possible contact To change the contact points always use the small wrench supplied with your Remote Trainer Avoid using tools which may cause you to over tighten the contact points Periodically check contact points for tightness Insert screw in contact points as shown and only tighten with the small wrench supplied with the Remote Trainer Do not ...

Page 11: ...TENNA Screw the transmitter antenna into the top of the transmitter Hold the antenna near the base and tighten by hand Do not over tighten Installing the Transmitter Antenna Page 9 Hold the antenna near its base and tighten by hand ...

Page 12: ...hat the collar is turned off You will hear one tone confirming that the collar is off You can also turn a collar off by placing it on its charger FITTING THE COLLAR ON THE DOG Place the collar strap in the middle of the dog s neck The receiver should be on the underside of his neck Place the receiver so the light is facing forward towards the dog s nose Tighten the buckle by holding it with two fi...

Page 13: ...ong for your dog you can cut off excess strap length Leave enough length to go through the D ring or keeper with about three inches to spare Note Do not cut the strap of an Upland SpecialXLS until after you have also installed the Beeper on the strap Please note that Remote Trainers are not designed to be worn continuously by a dog To prevent irritation caused by rubbing remove the collar for at l...

Page 14: ...button Classic 70S and Trashbreaker UltraXLS The transmitter intensity knob gives you a choice of 6 intensities 5 levels of intensity on the Classic 70S Intensity Knob Levels Level N Transmitter is off no stimulation or tone when a button is pressed Level 1 Very low intensity Level 2 Low intensity Level 3 Medium intensity Level 4 Medium high intensity Level 5 High intensity Level 6 Very high inten...

Page 15: ...rection Instantly Selectable Intensity Most Tri Tronics Remote Trainer models have more than one stimulation button This feature allows the trainer to choose instantly among low medium and high stimulation This selection feature applies to either continuous or momentary stimulation or to both depending on the model Being able to select low medium or high stimulation by touch using buttons means th...

Page 16: ...nuous or momentary Classic 70S Flyway SpecialXLS Trashbreaker UltraXLS Upland SpecialXLS Pro 200XLS Pro 100XLS Pro 500XLS THE N SETTING When the intensity knob is set on N neutral all transmitter buttons are disabled and cannot activate the stimulation tone or Beeper on off functions This feature can be used to prevent unwanted stimulation during times that your transmitter might be accidentally b...

Page 17: ...u walk the field and listen for the collar Tone Button The transmitter light is also a push button To activate the tone press this button The tone does not work when the intensity knob is set on N USING THE BEEPER Upland SpecialXLS Models Only Pressing the button on the top of the transmitter turns the Beeper on or off at a distance This feature does not work when the intensity knob is set on N Fo...

Page 18: ...ifications and thus violating FCC regulations Adjustments should only be performed by technically qualified personnel authorized by Tri Tronics To continue to meet FCC operating specifications any replacement of circuit components including antennas must meet Tri Tronics manufacturing specifications The transmitter should only be operated with the Tri Tronics antenna installed MULTI DOG MODELS On ...

Page 19: ...e Charge batteries at room temperature Do not charge at temperatures below freezing Remember that it takes several hours for cold batteries to come up to room temperature Lift the protection covers from the charging jacks Plug the charger into the wall outlet and insert charging plugs into the collar and transmitter jacks Collar and transmitter lights will indicate that current is flowing After ch...

Page 20: ...and charge for 14 hours before first use Replacing the Batteries Both the transmitter and collar have user replaceable Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH batteries Proper battery care will help ensure maximum life from your batteries When your batteries do need to be replaced you can replace them yourself with parts obtained from Tri Tronics Don t open your transmitter or receiver until after you have rece...

Page 21: ...ally check for tightness If it becomes loose hold it near the base and tighten by hand Cleaning Wash the collar with clean drinking water especially after exposure to brackish salt or alkaline water Use a small brush to remove any foreign materials around the screws and contact points Extending Battery Life Caring for your batteries will prolong their useful life significantly Don t leave the Remo...

Page 22: ...tory Warranty The Remote Trainer is covered by a two year warranty on parts and labor The warranty is transferable to a new owner but does not cover physical damage or abuse The warranty is also void if the Remote Trainer has been altered or unauthorized service work has been attempted Repair Procedure Always call our Customer Service Department before sending your Remote Trainer in for repairs If...

Page 23: ...ic investigations involved parameters of electrical stimulation that are similar to those in your Remote Trainer The scientific studies tested for possible cardiopulmonary and epidermal effects of Tri Tronics electrical stimulation applied to the ventral surface of the neck of healthy dogs These studies found no clinically significant changes in electrocardiograms blood pressures or properties of ...

Page 24: ...u need new batteries page 18 or a battery charger is not working The lights on the transmitter and collar show whether current is going through the charger when the charger is plugged into the collar or transmitter charging jack Finally be sure the electrical outlet is working If you re not sure try another outlet If using a power strip make sure it is switched on and working You are using the wro...

Page 25: ...ts must press against the dog s skin to provide efficient consistent stimulation Page 10 The transmitter intensity knob is set on N Select a numbered position Page 14 The intensity position is not correct The ideal intensity level depends on the dog and the training situation Try a different level See the training manual and video that came with your Remote Trainer Remember that the stimulation bu...

Page 26: ...age 6 Make sure the batteries are well charged Page 17 PROBLEM 6 The collar light glows steadily even though the collar is not stimulating You re experiencing temporary radio interference The light may illuminate when it receives any radio signal even from other Tri Tronics transmitters This does not indicate that stimulation is occurring PROBLEM 7 The collar or transmitter light does not come on ...

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