speedrite Delta Mains Energizer User Guide
USER MANUAL
Delta Mains Energizer
WARNING: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
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ELECTRIC FENCING FOR THE SERIOUS FARMER
Contents
Electric fencing and your Speedrite energizer ..............................1
Installation.................................................................................. 2
Operation.................................................................................... 2
Building a permanent electric fence ............................................2
Temporary electric fencing.......................................................... 4
Safety considerations.................................................................. 5
Frequently asked questions/Troubleshooting...............................6
Servicing ....................................................................................7
Product specifications ................................................................7
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Electric fencing and your Speedrite energizer
Congratulations on your purchase of a Speedrite mains/line
energizer. This product has been constructed using the latest
technology and construction techniques. It has been
engineered to give superior performance and many years of
service.
It is important to read these instructions carefully and
thoroughly. They contain important safety information and will
assist you in ensuring that your electric fencing system gives
maximum performance and reliability.
Note:
- This product has been designed for use with electric
animal fences.
- Keep this manual in a handy location.
Warning!
- USA and Canada - To reduce the risk of electric shock, the
energizer has a polarised plug (one blade is wider than the
other). This plug will fit in a polarised outlet one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
- Switch the energizer off before installation or performing
any work on the fence.
- Read all the safety considerations carefully. See Safety
Considerations on page 5.
- Check your installation to ensure that it complies with all
local safety regulations.
- The energizer must be located in a shelter, and the cable
must not be handled when the temperature is below 5 °C.
- Do not connect simultaneously to a fence and to any other
device such as a cattle trainer or a poultry trainer.
Otherwise, lightning striking your fence will be conducted
to all other devices.
Symbols that may be on your energizer
To reduce the risk of electric shock, the energizer
should be opened or repaired only by qualified
Speedrite-appointed personnel.
Read full instructions before use.
Indicates that the energizer is of a double-insulated
construction.
How does an electric fence work?
An electric fence system comprises an energizer and an
insulated fence. The energizer puts very short pulses of
electricity onto the fence line. These pulses have a high
voltage, but are of very short duration (less than 3/10,000ths of
a second). However, a shock from an electric fence pulse is
very uncomfortable and animals quickly learn to respect
electric fences. An electric fence is not only a physical barrier,
but is also a strong psychological barrier.
What are the benefits of an electric fence?
An electric fence has many benefits over conventional fencing:
Requires less labour and material to construct than
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conventional fencing.
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Flexibility to change or add paddocks when required. The
use of strip grazing techniques can allow temporary
fencing to be quickly and easily erected or removed.
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Controls a broader range of animals.
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Minimises damage to expensive livestock when
compared with other fencing mechanisms, for example
barbed wire.
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Installation
Building a permanent electric
Read all of the safety instructions in this manual carefully
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before installing the energizer.
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Mount the energizer indoors, sheltered from wind, rain,
birds, snow etc.
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Mount the energizer close to a power outlet.
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Mount the energizer out of reach of children.
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Use the template at the end of this manual (inside cover)
to locate fixing points.
See the diagram below to install the energizer:
1 Connect the Fence earth terminal to a separate earth
system that is at least 10 m (30') away from other earth
systems.
2 Connect the Fence output terminal to the fence.
fence
Components of an electric fence
An electric fence system comprises the following elements:
An energizer. •
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An earth system. This comprises a number of metal rods
inserted into the ground, which are connected to the
Fence earth terminal on the energizer.
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Speedrite insulated underground cables. Used to connect
the energizer to the earth and fence.
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An insulated fence. Connected to the Fence output
terminal of the energizer. Fences can be made to a variety
of designs (see below).
Other useful components that can be added:
Cut-out switches. Installed at regular intervals, these allow
you to isolate sections of the fence for repair.
Lightning diverter kit. Used to minimise the damage to your
energizer from lightning conducted down the fence line.
Typical installation
The animal receives a shock when it completes a circuit
between the fence and the earth system. The fence below has
all live wires and requires conductive soils. These fences are
often referred to as 'all-live' or 'earth-return' fences.
Operation
Turn on the power supply.
One of the three output performance indicator lights will flash
with each pulse.
The lights indicate the approximate voltage at the output
terminals.
Recommended
Indicates a load on the energizer. Attention
required to ensure reliable animal control.
Fence is heavily loaded and needs urgent
attention.
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Alternative installation
For poor conductivity soils (dry or sandy), a 'fence-return' or
'earth-wire-return' system is recommended. On these fences
the Fence earth terminal is connected directly to at least one of
the fence wires. The animal gets maximum shock from
touching a live and earth wire at the same time.
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