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Example Layout
Safety
Kiwitech have tried to eliminate all the sharp edges of the PowerPac to lessen injury should operators fall
forward on the quad. Always use Racks with a Latch and ensure the Latch is engaged when not fencing.
Use the footbrake when sitting and fencing side saddle! When planting a post with the right foot put the
left foot on the footbrake to prevent accidental 'take off'’ (this also lessens the chance of getting a shock as the
handbrake will earth you out more effectively).
Watch the Kiwitech Temporary Fence DVD and practice the correct Tread-in “clip on” technique. This
technique enables operators to clip Tread-ins on without looking at the action, keeping the focus forward of the
quad on the terrain ahead - where it should be! It also ensures the polywire is kept safely away from the
operator if fencing with “live” wires.
If the quad has a thumb throttle it helps to twist it down a little making it easier for the fencer to operate using
the palm of his/her hand. Take care when leaning forward over quads fitted with a thumb throttle. It is very
easy to trigger the throttle unexpectedly. If the quad has a twist throttle ensure the throttle is kept lubricated so
that it never sticks.
Avoid fencing on significant slopes. If in doubt, drive the quad normally and walk back to plant Tread-ins. Do
not allow any person under 16 years of age operate the PowerPac.
Drive the quad at safe speeds while fencing and practice quad safety at all times.
First Time Users
For first time users of the PowerPac it is highly recommended that you first practice erecting and dismantling a
one wire fence. Sitting side saddle and operating the accelerator with the left hand takes a little bit of practice
and usually the first two times are slow going (novice operators often drive too slow). Starting with one wire at
this usually slow speed will lessen the burden on the PowerPac Motor when winding in. It would definitely pay,
when winding in, to set the Stylus Operating Mode to “Free Running” position. When the quad is stationary for
more than a few seconds turn the motor off!
NOTE:
Brand new Drive Plates need a little running in during which time wire tension should be kept low and
quad speed up when winding in (quad speed down when running out wire). Turn the motor off if not moving!
