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where it will receive the most daily sun throughout the 
season 

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where a good ground can be obtained 

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on firm ground away from flooding and out of reach of 

animals and children (inside a protective fence, if 
required). 

The solar panel should face true north in the southern 
hemisphere and true south in the northern hemisphere.  

Mounting the electric fence controller on a post 

The electric fence controller can be mounted directly onto a 
steel Y-post or T-post using the post-mounting slot. To mount 

onto a wooden post, use the hardware provided. Thread 
washers onto the nails. Space the nails 75 mm (3”) apart (or 

one nail length). Hammer in the nails, allowing them to 
protrude by 10 mm (3/8”). Slide the electric fence controller 
onto the nails with the washers inside the post-mounting slot. 

 

 

Connecting to an electric fence 

Push a 1 m (3’3”) ground rod fully into firm ground.  

Connect the black lead from the Fence ground terminal 

 on the electric fence controller to the grounding 

system. 

Connect the red lead from the Fence output terminal   on 

the electric fence controller to the fence. Make sure there 
is a good contact. 

Caution!

 

Make sure the connecting leads drop downwards 

from the electric fence controller to prevent water from 
collecting at the terminals. 

 

 

 

 

Operation 

Switching on and off 

To switch on, switch the On/Off switch   to I. 

To switch off, switch the On/Off switch   to O. 

 

Pulse indicator light 

The pulse indicator light displays the pulse speed. The pulse 
speed varies according to the battery charge level. 

Battery charge level 

Typical pulse speed 

High 

A pulse every second 

Normal 

A pulse every 1½ seconds 

Low 

A pulse every 3 seconds 

 

Note:

  If the pulse indicator light flashes quickly several times 

and then there is a pause, there may be a problem with the 

electric fence controller. Return the electric fence controller to 
a Patriot-appointed service agent for repair.  

Battery charging 

The solar panel can fully charge a flat battery in two weeks, 
provided the electric fence controller is switched off and there 
is adequate sunlight. The battery can also be charged using a 

12 V battery charger suitable for charging sealed, lead-acid 
batteries. This will usually have an output voltage of 13.8 V 
and output current not exceeding 1 A. 
When fully charged, the battery should be able to power the 
electric fence controller for over three weeks with no sunlight.  

Warning!

  The battery must be disconnected and removed 

from the controller before connecting it to a battery charger. 

Electric fence controller maintenance 

Clean the solar panel regularly with a soft cloth using glass 
cleaner or a mild solution of detergent and water. This will 

ensure the solar panel functions efficiently. 
When transporting the electric fence controller, protect the 

solar panel to prevent the glass surface from being smashed. 

Electric fence controller storage 

If the electric fence controller is stored for an extended period, 
the battery may discharge and become damaged.  
The electric fence controller should be stored inside, next to a 
window, where sunlight can shine on the electric fence 
controller each day. 
If the electric fence controller cannot be stored in a sunny 
position, it should be kept in a cool place. The battery should 

be fully charged and disconnected from the electric fence 
controller. The battery should be recharged manually every six 
months using a suitable 12 V battery charger. 

Summary of Contents for PS15

Page 1: ...F L E X I B IL I T Y D E S I G N VA L U E F L E X I B IL I T Y D E S I G N VA L U E SOLAR POWERED ELECTRIC FENCE CONTROLLER PS15 INSTRUC TION MANUAL W A R NI N G R E A D A L L I N S T R UC T I O NS...

Page 2: ...rademarks of Tru Test Corporation Limited No part of this publication may be photocopied reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photoc...

Page 3: ...es an electric fence controller and an insulated fence The electric fence controller puts very short pulses of electricity onto the fence line These pulses have a high voltage but are of very short du...

Page 4: ...lse every 1 seconds Low A pulse every 3 seconds Note If the pulse indicator light flashes quickly several times and then there is a pause there may be a problem with the electric fence controller Retu...

Page 5: ...person may come into contact with the electric fence without the protection of a physical barrier Requirements for electric animal fences Electric animal fences and their ancillary equipment shall be...

Page 6: ...o the electric fence controller ground electrode A warning sign shall be fitted to every point where persons may gain ready access to the conductors Where an electric animal fence crosses a public pat...

Page 7: ...gth of the fence or reduce the number of fence wires Alternatively divide the fence line into smaller zones with each zone powered by a separate electric fence controller The pulse speed is irregular...

Page 8: ...S AV E T H E S E I N S T R UC T I O NS w w w p a t r i ot g l o b a l c o m...

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