Battery care and maintenance
• When not in use, keep the battery as fully charged as possible.
• Recharge a discharged battery as soon as possible.
• Batteries should be stored fully charged and recharged at regular intervals (every 8 weeks)
• Inspect the battery regularly to ensure that the electrolyte level does not fall below
12
mm-(1/2”) above the surface of the battery plates.
• Fill using distilled water. Do not overfill. Refer to the battery manufacturer’s
recommendations for more information.
Battery safety
• Ensure that the battery is well ventilated when recharging.
• Avoid temperatures greater than 50° C (120° F)
• Ensure the battery is not exposed to naked flame or sparks.
Building an Electric Fence
Components of an electric fence
An electric fence system comprises the following elements:
• An energiser.
• An earth system. This comprises a number of metal stakes inserted into the ground, which
are connected to the earth terminal on the energiser.
• PATURA insulated underground cables. Used to connect the energiser to the earth and fence.
• An insulated fence. Connected to the fence output terminal of the energiser. Fences can be
made to a variety of designs (see below).
Note:
The animal receives a shock when it completes a circuit between the fence and the earth
system. The fence has all live wires and requires conductive soils.
Fence designs
Fences can be constructed to suit the type of livestock and materials available. Discuss with
your PATURA distributor which design best suits your needs.
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