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Operation
Switching on and off
1 When switched on the pulse indicator light flashes once for each output pulse.
2 When switched off the pulse indicator light stops
Battery protection
An intelligent battery management feature puts the energizer into Battery protection mode
when the
battery charge falls below a ‘safe operating level’. When in Battery protection
mode the energizer is still on but it will not deliver a pulse to the electric fence.
The energizer will resume delivering pulses when the solar panel has charged the battery
so that it is above the ‘safe operating level’.
Alternatively, the battery can be disconnected, recharged with a battery charger, then
returned to the battery compartment and reconnected.
Battery information
Battery charging
The solar panel can fully charge a flat battery in three days provided the energizer is
switched off and there is adequate sunlight. The battery can also be charged using a 7.4V
lithium ion battery charger suitable for charging rechargeable Lithium batteries. This
should have an output voltage of 8.4V and output current not exceeding 1A.
When fully charged, the battery should be able to power the energizer for over two weeks
with no sunlight.
Replacing the battery
If a replacement battery is required, use a 7.2V, 6.8Ah, rechargeable lithium battery
(suitable for all models). Do not use a non-rechargeable battery.
Do not dispose of the battery in a land-fill or in a fire.
Energizer maintenance
Clean the solar panel regularly with a soft cloth using glass cleaner or a mild solution of
detergent and water. This ensures the solar panel functions efficiently.
When transporting the energizer protect the solar panel to prevent the glass surface from
being damaged.
Energizer storage
If the energizer is stored for an extended period, the battery may self discharge and
become damaged.
The energizer should be stored inside with power off, better next to a window, where
sunlight can shine on the energizer each day.
If the energizer cannot be stored in a sunny position, it should be kept in a cool place. The
battery should be fully charged and powered off. The battery should be recharged
manually every six months using a suitable 7.4 V battery charger.
Troubleshooting
Problem and action
