7. Charging the Battery
The Dogtra ARC uses a lithium polymer battery. Recharge
the unit if the indicator light is red or does not come on,
the transmitter LCD shows only 1 bar on the indicator, or
the system will not stay on when any button is pressed.
Note 1: Only use Dogtra-approved batteries, chargers,
and accessories for your Dogtra e-collars. This will prevent
any damage that can be incurred from attempting to use
a different charger.
Note 2: The unit has a partial charge when it leaves the
Dogtra facility. Upon receipt of the system, be sure to give
it a full 2-hour initial charge before the first use away from
any flammable substances.
Note 3: When a charger is not in use, disconnect it from
the power source. Fully charge the batteries if the unit is
to be stored without use for a period of 3 months or more.
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Follow the steps below to charge your system:
1. Open the rubber plugs on the battery charging
receptacles and plug in the charging cable.
2. Plug the charger into a 120-volt wall outlet or, if using
the auto charger, plug into a cigarette lighter only for
lithium polymer batteries (use a 220 volt European
charger for Europe). All indicator lights should glow red
when properly plugged in and the unit will automatically
shut off during the charging process. You will need to
turn the unit on again before use once the unit is fully
charged and unplugged from the battery cable.
3. The lithium polymer battery is fully charged within
2 hours. The lights will stay red during the charging
process and turn green once the unit is fully charged.
4. After charging, cover the battery charging receptacles
with the rubber plugs.
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