Tru-Test speedrite Delta 1B, Руководство пользователя

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Battery charging
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Warning!
- Ensure that the battery is disconnected from the energizer
before connecting the battery to any mains-operated
(line-operated) battery charging device. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in damage to the
energizer and possible electrocution.
- When charging, ensure that there is adequate ventilation
to allow gases to disperse.
A battery-only installation has unique requirements. Regular
recharging of the battery is essential. Use a suitably rated
battery charger to recharge the battery. Refer to the battery
manufacturer’s recommendations.
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Disconnect the battery from the energizer.
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Attach the positive (+) battery charger lead to the
positive terminal of the battery, and the negative (–)
battery charger lead to the negative terminal on the
battery.
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Insert the battery charger's input power plug into a mains
or line socket and turn on the power supply.
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After the battery is charged, disconnect it from the battery
charger before connecting it to the energizer.
Caution! Over-charging the battery will reduce its life. Do
not exceed the recommendations of the battery
manufacturer on recharging the battery from a mains-
powered (line-powered) source.
A correctly installed solar energizer system requires very little
battery maintenance. The solar panel selected should be
sufficient to maintain the battery at full or near-full charge.
Battery care and maintenance
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House the battery in a suitably designed battery box, if
the battery is likely to be exposed to the weather.
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 (½") above the surface
of the battery plates.
Fill using deionised, distilled or rain 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 a permanent electric
fence
Components of an electric fence
An electric fence system comprises the following elements:
An energizer.
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An earth system. This comprises a number of metal rods
inserted into the ground, which are connected to the
Fence earth terminal on the energizer.
Speedrite insulated underground cables. Used to connect
the energizer to the earth and fence.
An insulated fence. Connected to the Fence output
terminal of the energizer. Fences can be made to a variety
of designs (see below).
Other useful components that can be added:
Cut-out switches. Installed at regular intervals, these
allow you to isolate sections of the fence for repair.
Lightning diverter kit. Used to minimise the damage
to your energizer from lightning conducted down the
fence line.
Typical installation
The animal receives a shock when it completes a circuit
between the fence and the earth system. The fence below has
all live wires and requires conductive soils. These fences are
often referred to as 'all-live' or 'earth-return' fences.