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My energiser has just stopped working, what do I do?

The energiser has an input charging port, which you can connect to any mains power or battery charger with an output specification of 8.4V/1A. This charges the energiser’s internal battery. Allow at least 8 hours charging time. After charging, you need to leave the energiser in direct sunlight for at least 3 days before usage.

The pulse indicator is flashing, and I can hear a constant tick at a regular interval (about once per second). Is this normal? Does this mean I have a short somewhere?

It is common to think the energiser would only send pulses when something has made contact and closed the circuit. This is not the case. It is normal for the energiser to generate a pulse every 1.5 seconds and for the indicator LED to flash.

I purchased The Pet & Livestock HQ solar fence energizer and it has started ‘peeping’ continuously when turned on. Is the unit faulty? How do I get it replaced?

The ‘peeping’ sound you are hearing is the noise of the transformer, which transforms the battery voltage to a higher voltage. The frequency is low, which is why you can hear a noise. You can be assured it won’t affect the functionality of your unit.

Does the energiser have a fuse?

Yes.

What temperature conditions does the energiser work effectively in?

The energiser will operate between -4°F- 149°F (-20°C - 65°C)

When charging the energiser with the charger, must the energiser be on?

No, the energiser doesn’t need to be on when charging the battery.

How long should you charge the energiser for, with the charger?

For at least 8 hours. Once charged, you must place the energiser in direct sunlight for at least 3 days before usage.

When using the wall charger, how do I know when the battery is fully charged?

The charger indicator LED light for the Pet & livestock HQ Solar Electric Fence energiser will change from red to green when fully charged.

How deep should the ground rod be placed in the ground?

The electrical code states that it must have 8 feet (2.4 m) of contact with the ground. You will need to drive the ground rod all the way down, which can take a long time and be difficult work.

Please note: The ground rods should be about 10 feet apart and should be placed at the start of the fence. Grounding rods can interfere with phone services as well as electrical lines that may be located on the property. For this reason, it's important to place grounding rods as far away as possible from utilities.

What colour crocodile clipper connects to earth?

The black clipper connects to the earth, as it is negative. The red connects to the wire (positive).

Do I have to use polywire? Can I just hook it up directly to a barbed wire fence?

You cannot hook up the Pet & Livestock HQ Solar Electric Fence Energiser to a barbed wire fence. An animal can become entangled in the barbed wire and receive sustained electric fence shocks, which can result in serious stress to the animal. We recommend either using polytape (recommended for horses and sheep and sold by us), polywire or polyrope (recommended for cattle). We recommend installing this at least 12 inches away from the barbed wire to prevent the risk of livestock entanglement and damage.

Do you recommend using polywire or aluminium for your fence?

Aluminium wire conducts an electrical charge better than a polywire fence and is longer lasting. It is more costly to install than a poly wire fence. As aluminium is more flexible than steel you will see more sag in your fence line over long distances compared to a poly wire fence.

I want to install my fence energiser at my main entrance gate, but they are automatic power gates (24V). Will this affect the system?

Our energiser will work at your main entrance gate. You will need to use an off set
insulator to insulate the fence and the gate.

Would the fence energiser have a strong enough shock to shock a bear?

Our energiser emits an output voltage of 7500V, which is sufficient voltage to deter a bear. Bears require a minimum of 5,000 to 7,000 volts of electricity to be deterred—depending on the species and the bear's previous exposures.

Can you use the energiser for rodeo fencing?

Yes, for horses only. It is not suitable for bulls as the voltage is too small.

Can you use the energiser on electric poultry netting?

The Pet & Livestock HQ energiser can be used on electric poultry netting.

Does this product kill chickens? We made a 2” x 12 polywire fence around the coops and want them free range within the hot polywire fence.

Electric fences is safe and can be used for poultry according to their flying capability
ability (roughly 0.55 to 0.85m, even up to 1.20 m high) with 3 to 4 strands of wire.

Can the energiser be placed in direct sunlight in the off position and will it still charge the battery?

Yes

Does this have to be installed in a “loop”

Electric fence does not need to make a complete loop. An electric fence line that dead ends will work just as well as a fence line that is a full loop.

How do you connect the energiser to a T-post?

Step 1: Determine the location for the solar fence energizer. Choose a sunny spot where the energizer can receive ample sunlight throughout the day. Make sure it is close to the T-post fence to minimize the wire length.

Step 2: Install the grounding rod. This rod helps to ground the electric fence system. Drive the grounding rod into the ground near the energizer location. Leave about 6 to 8 feet of the rod above the ground.

Step 3: Attach the insulated cable to the grounding rod. Use clamps or wire nuts to secure the cable to the rod. Ensure the connection is tight.

Step 4: Connect the other end of the insulated cable to the grounding terminal of the solar fence energizer. You’ll need to loosen the grounding terminal, place the cable inside, and tighten the terminal securely.

Step 5: Mount the solar fence energizer on a sturdy post or structure near the T-post fence. Make sure it is positioned vertically and secure it tightly.

Step 6: Install the insulators on the T-posts. Attach the insulators to the T-posts at regular intervals, ensuring they are properly secured. The number of insulators required will depend on the length of the fence.

Step 7: Run the insulated fence wire or electric fence tape through the insulators on the T-posts. Start at one end and thread the wire or tape through each insulator, maintaining tension as you go. For electric fence tape, follow the manufacturer's instructions for proper installation.

Step 8: Connect the fence wire or tape to the output terminal of the solar fence energizer.

Step 9: Test the fence. Use a fence tester to check the voltage of the fence. Ensure that the voltage is within the desired range for effective containment.

Step 10: Make any necessary adjustments or repairs. If you encounter any issues with the fence, such as weak voltage or breaks in the wire, troubleshoot and fix the problems accordingly.

Can this handle 3.1 joule output?

The Pet & Livestock HQ netting fence can handle 3.1 joules without any damage to the netting. Be aware as the length of our product is 164 ft and the total resistance of 70 ohms it’s very likely that the shock emitted from 3.01 output will be rather strong. We wouldn’t recommend it for smaller animals due to the strength of the shock emitted.

My Solar Fence Energiser doesn’t work when it’s too sunny, it only works if I put the energizer panel in the shade or cover the panel with a cloth?

The solar panel generates a higher voltage when the sunlight is strong. It sounds like the battery over charging voltage is lower than the peak solar panel voltage so the battery might not be receiving a sufficient charge causing it to underperform i.e. slow output and low speed.

Can you install the polytape on a chain link fence?

Confirming you can connect our polytape to a chain link fence. You would need insulators designed for polytape and chain link fences, cable ties or wire so you can secure the insulators to the chain link fence and connectors to ensure good electrical connection between the lengths of the polytape.

What would be some causes as to why the pulse (shock) is extremely faint? I can barely feel it when I touch the fence. The unit is fully charged.

It sounds like either a bad connection or line in your installation. You need to check that the earth connection and ground rod is installed correctly. The ground rod should be a metal rod buried at least 8 feet underground and connected to the energiser. In addition you need to check that the wire you’re using has electrical conduction through it. Be aware that if the fence contacts the ground ( grass, weeds, etc. ) this will impact the energisers performance.

Can you run the Electric Fence Wire attached to your Solar Fence Energiser underground inside the polypipe?

The wire needs to be well insulated to prevent the electrical current from leaking into the surrounding soil, which would not only be inefficient but could also render the fence ineffective. Using poly pipe provides a layer of physical protection for the wire but doesn't necessarily insulate against electrical leakage unless the wire itself is also well-insulated.

Do you need to make a closed loop when installing the electrical fence wire i.e. start and end at the energiser?

The end of the wire does not need to return to the starting point or the energizer. The fence is powered by connecting one end of the wire to an energizer. Instead of forming a loop, the wire usually runs in a continuous line from the energizer and can be strung along multiple fence posts to cover the area you need to enclose or protect. The energizer sends electrical pulses through the wire. For the system to deliver a shock, an animal touching the wire must complete the circuit to the ground. This is typically achieved through grounding rods installed as part of the energizer system. When the animal touches the wire, it completes the circuit from the wire through the animal to the ground and back to the energizer via the ground rods.

How do you test if the fence line is week?

You can use a fence tester to test the output directly from the energizer with no fence wires connected. If the voltage is low directly from the source, the energizer might be faulty. A consistent clicking sound usually means the energizer is working properly.

My Pet & Livestock HQ polytape isn’t emitting a shock on the bottom wire when connected to the Pet & Livestock HQ Energiser?

Make certain the polytape isn’t touching any vegetation. Also the polytape cannot be connected directly to the metal post there needs to be an insulator between the polytape and the metal post.

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