Troubleshooting
Problems with the fence
The fence voltage is below 4 kV (the voltage required to control animals).
Fence faulty?
1
Check the fence using a Fault Finder or a Fence Remote with Fault Finder. These
have a combined voltage and current meter which allow you to rapidly locate
sources of current leakage. Alternatively, use a Digital Voltmeter.
2
Use cut-out switches to turn off the power to different sections of the fence. If the
voltage on the fence increases when a section is turned off, investigate that
section for possible faults.
3
Fix fault(s), as required.
Earth system faulty?
1
Set up the earth monitoring feature and test the earth system (see page 20).
2
If the earth system is faulty, visit the website (see energizer packaging for details)
for advice on installing and maintaining an effective earth system.
Energizer faulty?
1
Check that the energizer is on.
2
Disconnect the fence wire from the energizer's fence output terminal.
3
Measure the voltage across the energizer terminals using a Fault Finder, Digital
Voltmeter or a remote control handset.
If the energizer voltage is less than 6 kV, it may require servicing.
Fence design (recent extensions to fence, poor fence layout, soil conditions)?
If the fence, earth system and energizer are all OK, ask your reseller for advice.
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