Instructions
Safety Instructions
CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE
HOT-SHOT® DURAPROD™.
• The DuraProd™ is DESIGNED FOR USE ON LIVESTOCK ONLY.
• Never use the DuraProd™ on humans.
• KEEP THE UNIT AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
Application The DuraProd™ is an electric livestock prod designed to assist in the movement of cattle and hogs.
Function The DuraProd™ uses batteries to power an electronic circuit that generates a high voltage pulse. This pulse is delivered by
touching the animal with the two electrodes.
Animal Protection Please follow the regulations that apply to animal protection & slaughtering in your area.
Changing Batteries Before attempting to remove the battery compartment, make sure the trigger lock is engaged (located on the bottom
of the handle).
Removing & Reinstalling the Battery Pack:
1. Detach the battery compartment from the end of the DuraProd™ by applying pressure to the opposing black tabs connecting the
compartment to the handle.
2. As you squeeze the tabs, lightly pull the compartment away from the handle.
3. The compartment should come free with little effort.
4. For reinstallation of the Battery Pack: depress Battery Pack tabs and snap onto Motor unit to secure.
For the ALKALINE BATTERY PACK (item # DXABP), the batteries are secured in the Battery Pack by a twist-off cap. To remove and replace:
• Twist off the cap by turning the top counterclockwise.
• Remove all batteries and insert the new ones according to the diagram.
• Replace the cap, press firmly, and turn clockwise.
For the RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK (item # DXRBP), the Battery Pack needs to be placed in the Charger Base (item # DXRC). DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO USE THE DXRC WITH ANY OTHER TYPE OF ADAPTOR OTHER THAN R12 AND R110. This can cause severe damage to the
batteries, and will void any warranty.
• To charge, place the pack into the base, making sure the charger cord is properly plugged into the Charger Base and a working power
supply.
• The LED light will turn on and continue to flash until the battery is fully charged (approx. 16 hours).
• After 16 hours the LED light will stop flashing and remain on (solid light). The Charger Base has an internal timer. If the Battery Pack
is removed from the base, the timer will reset.
• Do not disassemble the Charger Base. There are no serviceable parts inside. Disassembly will void the warranty.
• Unplug the Charger Base when not in use.
• Never expose the Charger Base to moisture.
• The Battery Pack can remain in the Charger Base for an extended period of time without damage.
ENGLISH
• The DuraProd™ generates a high voltage pulse, and you
should never touch the electrodes while the unit is activated.
• The DuraProd™ is always ready for use when batteries
are inserted.
• Before cleaning the DuraProd™, remove the batteries.
• Protect the DuraProd™ from moisture.
• Use in a well ventilated area. Do not use near
flammable liquids or dust.
• Whenever the Prod is not in use, move the trigger lock to
the lock position.
• IF USING RECHARGABLE UNIT COMPLETELY CHARGE PRIOR
TO FIRST USE.