Wiring Cross
Fencing Sections (paddock division)
Unlike
gates, there is no need to dig a trench. Simply connect the power
from the perimeter fence to the section of cross fencing using lengths
of copper lead-out wire.
Testing Your
Fence
Testing
that your fence is working properly is simple...
First,
go to the point of your fence which is most distant from your ground
system and read the voltage between the second-from-the-top grounded
line and each of the other electrified fence lines to confirm that
the fence is wired properly with no electrical shorts. Then and
most importantly, check the voltage between each electrified fence
line and the soil under the fence. Place the gound pin on the
voltmeter about a half inch into the soil at any high points or dry
areas in the paddock to make sure you are getting at least 5,000 volts.
If all readings are over 5,000 bolts, your fence is working properly.
These
simple test will assure you that your ElectroBraid™ fence is
properly installed. Please monitor your fence on a regular schedule.
TIP:
Test after rain when conditions are wet to best determine if there
are any electrical shorts. Shorts are more easily detected in wet
conditions.
TIP:
Test when conditions are very dry to confirm that you have adequate
grounding. In particular, test where the fence runs over high terrain
or through areas that might be especially dry.
TIP:
Listen for crackling sounds or look for arcing at night to locate
any shorts in your fence.
Diagnosing Electrification
Problems
If readings
are under 5,000 volts, follow these steps to diagnose the problem.
NOTE:
These are general guildlines only. For more specific information
on troubleshooting your particular problem, please do not hesitate
to call our free, 7 day a week technical support line at 1-888-430-3330.
1. Turn
the fence energizer OFF.
2.
Disconnect the two lead-out wires from your fence energizer.
3.
Turn the fence energizer ON and read the voltage on your energizer
with your voltmeter - simply apply the voltmeter to the (+) terminal
and the ground pin on
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