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Any part of an electric animal fence that is installed
along a public road or pathway shall be identified
at frequent intervals by warning signs securely
fastened to the fence posts or firmly clamped to the
fence wires.
The size of the warning sign shall be at least
100x200 mm (4x8‛).
The background colour of both sides of the
warning sign shall be yellow. The inscription
on the sign shall be black and shall be either:
or the substance of
‚CAUTION: Electric
fence‛.
The inscription shall be indelible, inscribed on
both sides of the warning sign and have a
height of at least 25 mm (1‛).
Ensure that all mains-operated, ancillary equipment
connected to the electric animal fence circuit
provides a degree of isolation between the fence
circuit and the supply mains equivalent to that
provided by the energizer.
Protection from the weather shall be provided for
the ancillary equipment unless this equipment is
certified by the manufacturer as being suitable for
use outdoors, and is of a type with a minimum
degree of protection IPX4.
Important safety instructions for Class 2
power units (USA/Canada only)
When using electrical products, basic precautions
should always be practiced including the following:
1
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
2
Read and follow all instructions that are on
the product or provided with the product.
3
Do not use an extension cord.
4
Reference the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70, specifically for the installation
of wiring and clearances from power and
lighting conductors.
5
Installation work and electrical wiring must be
done by qualified person(s) in accordance with
all applicable codes and standards, including
fire-rated construction.
6
Do not install or use within 3 m (10') of a
pool.
7
Do not use in a bathroom.
8
WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock. When used
outdoors, install only to a covered Class A
GFCI protected receptacle that is
weatherproof with the power adaptor
connected to the receptacle. If one is not
provided, contact a qualified electrician for
proper installation. Ensure that the power
adaptor and cord do not interfere with
completely closing the receptacle cover.
9
WARNING: Risk of Fire. Installation involves
special wiring methods to run wiring through
a building structure. Consult a qualified
electrician.
10
WARNING: Risk of Electric Shock. Mount the
unit at a height greater than 30 cm (1') from
the ground surface.
11
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual
contains important safety and operating
instructions for power adaptors.
Important safety instructions for power
adaptors (all other countries)
DANGER! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
INDOOR DRY LOCATIONS ONLY.
Frequently asked
questions/Troubleshooting
What voltage is required to control animals?
4 kV is widely accepted as the recommended
minimum voltage to control animals. However, you
also require a well constructed fence system to
ensure that animals cannot push through electrified
wires.
