How to Use a FenceAlert

Recommended Uses

A FenceAlert warning light should be placed on every electric fence that is passed during hours of darkness, especially alongside roads, driveways and around buildings. The FenceAlert provides an instant warning of low or intermittent voltages and hence the risk of animals escaping.

The FenceAlert can be used on permanent and temporary fencing. The tall clip allows the FenceAlert to be attached to fencing wire from 16 gauge to 8 gauge, or onto electric tape up to 1 1/2".

Operating Instructions

1. Switch on to high trigger setting and clip onto fence

2. Flashing light indicates low or intermittent voltage

Usage Notes

Trigger level 2 (highest setting) will activate the flashing light when fence voltage drops below about 2.5 kV, and trigger level 1 (Low setting) will activate the flashing light below about 1.5kV. The actual voltages at which these triggers operate may vary slightly for different fence constructions.

FenceAlert continuously monitors the fence for the life of the battery. So when a fault that activates the flashing light is then cleared, the FenceAlert stops the flashing light and continues to monitor the fence.

The battery provides sufficient power for up to 5 years on STANDBY - the fenceAlert is monitoring the fence voltage but no fault occurs to activate the flashing light. Or, the battery will provide sufficient power for up to 2 weeks ACTIVE - a new battery will power the flashing light continuously for up to 2 weeks if a fault occurs. Or, the battery will provide sufficient power for a minimum of 72 hours ACTIVE after 2 years on STANDBY - after 2 years of monitoring the fence voltage, the battery will still power the flashing light for at least 72 hours if a fault occurs.

To test the FenceAlert, unclip the unit from the fence and the light should flash within 10 seconds. If the light is dim or does not flash, then replace the battery with a CR2032 lithium button cell. This is a common style of battery that is readily available.

FenceAlert works with all pulsed energizers.

In cases of low voltage, use a 5 light voltmeter or Digital Voltmeter to help locate faults.