Datamars UNIGIZER 15J User manual

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15 J
Unigizer™
USER GUIDE
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Safety information
WARNING: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Note: This product has been designed for use with electric
animal fences.
General warnings
WARNING!
-This energizer is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the energizer by a person
responsible for their safety.
-Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the energizer. Cleaning and user maintenance
shall not be made by children without supervision.
-Disconnect the energizer before installation or
performing any work on the fence.
-Risk of electric shock! This energizer should be opened
or repaired only by qualified personnel.
Warnings specific to this energizer
WARNING!
- USA and Canada - To reduce the risk of electric shock,
the energizer's power adaptor may have a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a
polarized outlet one way. If the plug does not fit fully in
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not
change the plug in any way.
-Check your installation to ensure that it complies with all
local safety regulations.
-Use only the mains/line power adaptor or battery leads
supplied with this energizer or a genuine replacement
part.
-The power input socket on the back of the energizer is
for 12 V DC only.
- Europe - The energizer must be located in a shelter, and
the cable must not be handled when the temperature is
below 5 °C

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Important safety instructions for
power adaptors
DANGER! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. INDOOR
LOCATIONS ONLY.
Key to symbols on the energizer
Fence earth terminal. Connect the Fence earth terminal
to the energizer earth system.
Fence earth monitor terminal. Connect the Fence earth
monitor terminal to a separate earth rod.
Fence low energy terminal. For use in areas where a
limit of 1.5 J output energy is desirable (e.g. where
there is likely to be unsupervised children who will be
unaware of the dangers of electric fencing). Connect
the Fence low energy terminal to the fence.
Fence high energy terminal. Connect the Fence high
energy terminal to the main farm fence.
Risk of electric shock! This energizer should be opened
or repaired only by qualified personnel.
Read full instructions before use.
This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates
that this product must not be disposed of with other
waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of
your waste equipment by handing it over to a
designated collection point for the recycling of waste
electrical and electronic equipment. The separate
collection and recycling of your waste equipment at
the time of disposal will help conserve natural
resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner
that protects human health and the environment. For
more information about where you can drop off your
waste equipment for recycling, please contact your
local city recycling office or the dealer from whom you
purchased the product.
The energizer has a double-insulated construction.
Energizers marked with this symbol are time delayed
electric fence energizers with a delay time of 20
seconds.
Only use with a Datamars Ltd approved power
adaptor. This must be either the power adaptor
provided with the energizer or a genuine replacement
part supplied by Datamars (see details marked on the
energizer, beside the power inlet).
Definition of special terms
Energizer – An appliance that is intended to periodically
deliver voltage impulses to a fence connected to it.
Fence – A barrier for animals or for the purpose of security,
comprising one or more conductors such as metal wires, rods
or rails.
Electric fence – A barrier which includes one or more electric
conductors, insulated from earth, to which electric pulses are
applied by an energizer.
Fence circuit – All conductive parts or components within an
energizer that are connected or are intended to be
connected, galvanically, to the output terminals.
Earth electrode – Metal structure that is driven into the
ground near an energizer and connected electrically to the
fence earth terminal of the energizer, and that is
independent of other earthing arrangements.
Connecting lead – An electric conductor, used to connect the
energizer to the electric fence or the earth electrode.
Electric animal fence – An electric fence used to contain
animals within or exclude animals from a particular area.
Requirements for electric animal
fences
In accordance with Annex BB Section BB.1 of IEC
60335-2-76
Electric animal fences and their ancillary equipment shall be
installed, operated and maintained in a manner that
minimises danger to persons, animals or their surroundings.
Electric animal fence constructions that are likely to lead to
the entanglement of animals or persons shall be avoided.
WARNING! Avoid contacting electric fence wires
especially with the head, neck or torso. Do not climb over,
through or under a multi-wire electric fence. Use a gate or
a specially designed crossing point.
An electric animal fence shall not be supplied from two
separate energizers or from independent fence circuits of the
same energizer.

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For any two separate electric animal fences, each supplied
from a separate energizer independently timed, the distance
between the wires of the two electric animal fences shall be
at least 2.5 m (8'). If this gap is to be closed, this shall be
effected by means of electrically non-conductive material or
an isolated metal barrier.
Barbed wire or razor wire shall not be electrified by an
energizer.
A non-electrified fence incorporating barbed wire or razor
wire may be used to support one or more off-set electrified
wires of an electric animal fence. The supporting devices for
the electrified wires shall be constructed so as to ensure that
these wires are positioned at a minimum distance of
150 mm (6") from the vertical plane of the non-electrified
wires. The barbed wire and razor wire shall be earthed at
regular intervals.
Follow our recommendations regarding earthing.
A distance of at least 10 m (33') shall be maintained
between the energizer earth electrode and any other
earthing system connected parts such as the power supply
system protective earth or the telecommunication system
earth.
Connecting leads that are run inside buildings shall be
effectively insulated from the earthed structural parts of the
building. This may be achieved by using insulated high
voltage cable.
Connecting leads that are run underground shall be run in
conduit of insulating material or else insulated high voltage
cable shall be used. Care must be taken to avoid damage to
the connecting leads due to the effects of animal hooves or
vehicle wheels sinking into the ground.
Connecting leads shall not be installed in the same conduit
as the mains supply wiring, communication cables or data
cables.
Connecting leads and electric animal fence wires shall not
cross above overhead power or communication lines.
Crossings with overhead power lines shall be avoided
wherever possible. If such a crossing cannot be avoided it
shall be made underneath the power line and as nearly as
possible at right angles to it.
If connecting leads and electric animal fence wires are
installed near an overhead power line, the clearances shall
not be less than those shown in the table below.
Minimum clearances from power lines for electric animal
fences
Power line voltage
Clearance
≤1000 V 3 m (10')
>1000 V to ≤33,000 V 4 m (13')
>33,000 V 8 m (27')
If connecting leads and electric animal fence wires are
installed near an overhead power line, their height above the
ground shall not exceed 3 m (10'). This height applies to
either side of the orthogonal projection of the outermost
conductors of the power line on the ground surface, for a
distance of:
•2 m (6'6") for power lines operating at a nominal
voltage not exceeding 1000 V.
•15 m (50') for power lines operating at a nominal
voltage exceeding 1000 V.
Electric animal fences intended for deterring birds, household
pet containment or training animals such as cows need only
be supplied from low output energizers to obtain satisfactory
and safe performance.
In electric animal fences intended for deterring birds from
roosting on buildings, no electric fence wire shall be
connected to the energizer earth 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 pathway, a
non-electrified gate shall be incorporated in the electric
animal fence at that point or a crossing by means of stiles
shall be provided. At any such crossing, the adjacent
electrified wires shall carry warning signs.
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:

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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.
Electric fencing and
your energizer
Congratulations on the purchase of your energizer. This
product has been constructed using the latest technology
and construction techniques. It has been engineered to give
superior performance and many years of service.
It is important to read these instructions carefully and
thoroughly. They contain important safety information and
will assist you in ensuring that your electric fencing system
gives maximum performance and reliability.
How does an electric fence work?
An electric fence system comprises an energizer and an
insulated fence. The energizer puts very short pulses of
electricity onto the fence line. These pulses have a high
voltage, but are of very short duration (less than 3/10,000ths
of a second). However, a shock from an electric fence pulse
is very uncomfortable and animals quickly learn to respect
electric fences. An electric fence is not only a physical
barrier, but is also a strong psychological barrier.
What are the benefits of an
electric fence?
An electric fence has many benefits over conventional
fencing:
•Requires less labour and materials to construct.
•Flexibility to change or add paddocks when required.
The use of strip grazing techniques can allow temporary
fencing to be quickly and easily erected or removed.
•Controls a broader range of animals.
•Minimises damage to expensive livestock when
compared with other fencing mechanisms, for example
barbed wire.
Models covered by this manual
This manual covers various energizer models:
15000i, X15i,
415i
European 15 J energizers. These
energizers have an LCD display, an earth
monitoring feature, a low energy terminal
and remote control capabilities
Note: The energizers listed here may not be available in all
markets.
Additional performance features
Additional performance features required by European Safety
Standards are also included:
Time delay - If a person touches the fence, this unit is
designed to provide a 20 second delay before the full energy
of the energizer is delivered. This allows time for the person
to move away from the fence.
Alarm - If a heavy load is suddenly applied to a lightly loaded
fence, an alarm will sound on the energizer. The alarm will
remain on until either the load is removed or 10 minutes
elapses. If the alarm sounds, check the electric fence and
remove anything entangled in the wires.

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Parts of the energizer
Installation
Read all of the safety instructions in this manual and any
relevant government, regional and local safety standards
before installing the energizer.
Selecting a site for the installation
Follow these guidelines when selecting a site for your
installation.
Select a site where:
•a good earth can be obtained
•the energizer earth system will be at least 10 m (33')
from other earth systems (e.g. telephone, mains power
or the earth system of another energizer)
•children and animals cannot interfere with the
installation
Make sure the energizer is installed:
•adjacent to the electric fence
•preferably in the middle of the electric fence system
•close to a mains/line power outlet (if using a mains/line
supply to power the energizer)
•at least 1 m (3') away from and not directly above the
battery (if using a battery to power the energizer)
If your installation is outdoors, also make sure that it is:
•on firm ground away from flooding
•inside a protective fence, if required.
Using the power adaptor and
battery leads
The energizer is supplied with a power adaptor (for
connection to mains/line power) and a set of battery leads
(for connection to a battery). Before connecting a power
adaptor or battery leads, ensure the energizer's selector
switch is set to Off .
To use the power adaptor:
1Connect the power adaptor to the Power input socket
on the rear of the energizer.
2Connect the power adaptor to a suitable mains/line
power socket, ensuring there is 25 mm (1") of clear
space around the power adaptor.
To remove the power adaptor:
1Disconnect the power adaptor from the mains/line
power.
2Pull on the white connector to remove the power
adaptor plug from the Power input socket on the rear of
the energizer.
To use the battery leads:
1Insert the battery lead into the Power input socket on
the rear of the energizer.
2Connect the energizer to the battery using the battery
leads supplied. Attach the red clip to the positive (+)
terminal of the battery, and the black clip to its negative
(-) terminal.
Note: If the energizer is to be used as part of a permanent
outdoor installation such as a solar installation, the battery
lead clips should be replaced by permanent battery
connectors.

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To remove the battery leads:
1Remove the clips from the battery terminals.
2Hold the battery lead by the rubber sleeve at the end of
the wire. Pull firmly to remove the connector from the
Power input socket on the rear of the energizer.
Installing the energizer indoors
The energizer must be installed indoors, (under cover) when
being powered by mains/line power.
WARNING!
-Do not use a mains/line power extension lead.
-Allow 25 mm (1") of clear space around the power
adaptor.
To install the energizer indoors:
1Select a suitable installation site. See
Selecting a site for
the installation
on page 5.
2Mount the energizer on a wall 1.7 m (5'6") above
ground level. Use the template printed on the back cover
of this manual, if required.
3Connect the Fence earth terminal (green) to the
energizer earth system.
4If earth monitoring is desired, connect the Fence earth
monitor terminal (black) to a separate earth rod. For
more information, see
Earth monitoring on page 9.
5Connect the Fence high energy terminal (red) or the
Fence low energy terminal (yellow) to the main farm
fence.
6If a lower energy output is required on a separate fence
(e.g. house fence, fence adjoining roadside), connect the
Fence low energy terminal (yellow) to this fence.
7Connect the energizer to mains/line power using the
mains/line power adaptor provided. See
Using the power
adaptor and battery leads
on page 5.
Note: For information about using the Fence low energy
terminal see Lowering the energy output on page 13.
Note: If the energizer is being installed indoors, it may be
powered by a battery instead of mains/line power, if
required.
WARNING! If using a battery to power an energizer that
is installed indoors, ensure that there is adequate
ventilation to allow battery gases to disperse.
Installing the energizer outdoors
The energizer may be installed outdoors, powered by a
battery.
WARNING! Do not power the energizer with mains/line
power if it is being installed outdoors.
To install the energizer outdoors:
1Select a suitable installation site. See
Selecting a site for
the installation
on page 5.
2Mount the energizer on a post. Use the template printed
on the back cover of this manual, if required.
3Connect the Fence earth terminal (green) to the
energizer earth system.
4If earth monitoring is desired, connect the Fence earth
monitor terminal (black) to a separate earth rod. For
more information, see
Earth monitoring on page 9.
5Connect the Fence high energy terminal (red) or the
Fence low energy terminal (yellow) to the main farm
fence.
6If a lower energy output is required on a separate fence
(e.g. house fence, fence adjoining roadside), connect the
Fence low energy terminal (yellow) to this fence.
7Connect the energizer to the battery using the battery
leads provided. See
Using the power adaptor and
battery leads
on page 5.
Note: For information about using the Fence low energy
terminal, see Lowering the energy output on page 13.

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Installing the energizer as part of a
solar installation
The energizer may be installed with solar panels as part of a
solar installation.
A solar installation consists of these items:
•The energizer
•A battery (or battery bank)
•One or more solar panels
•An energizer earth system.
For information about the type of batteries to use for a solar
installation, see
Battery selection for a solar installation on
page 11.
The required power rating of the solar panel(s) depends upon
the local conditions. For help with positioning your solar
panel correctly, see the supplier of your solar panel and refer
to your local meteorological service. For more information
about solar installations, refer to your local meteorological
service.
WARNING! Do not power the energizer with mains/line
power if it is being installed outdoors.
To install the energizer as part of a solar installation:
1Select a suitable installation site. See
Selecting a site for
the installation
on page 5. For solar installations, it is
also important to select a site where the solar panel(s)
will not be subject to shading from the sun at any time.
2Face the solar panel towards true north in the southern
hemisphere and true south in the northern hemisphere.
3Tilt the panel so that it faces directly on to the mid-
winter midday sun. If necessary, to increase efficiency,
adjust the tilt angle at different times of the year.
4When the solar panel is positioned correctly, attach the
energizer to the rear of the panel. Alternatively, mount
the energizer on a fence post. Use the template printed
on the back cover of this manual, if required.
5Connect the Fence earth terminal (green) to the
energizer earth system.
6If earth monitoring is desired, connect the Fence earth
monitor terminal (black) to a separate earth rod. For
more information, see
Earth monitoring on page 9.
7Connect the Fence high energy terminal (red) or the
Fence low energy terminal (yellow) to the main farm
fence.
8If a lower energy output is required on a separate fence
(e.g. house fence, fence adjoining roadside), connect the
Fence low energy terminal (yellow) to this fence.
9Connect the battery to the solar panel.
10 Connect the energizer to the battery using the battery
leads provided, but replace the battery lead clips with
permanent battery connectors. See
Using the power
adaptor and battery leads
on page 5.
Note: For information about using the Fence low energy
terminal, see Lowering the energy output on page 13.

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Operation
Select the appropriate pulse speed and output power level
using the selector switch.
When the energizer is switched on, for the first few seconds
the LCD display and the indicator lights show the firmware
version and remote control address setting (only required for
advanced troubleshooting and servicing). After this, the
energizer resumes normal operation. In poor light conditions,
when the selector switch position is changed, the LCD
display illuminates for 20 seconds.
Using the selector switch
Setting
Description
Off The energizer is off and is not operating.
When the selector switch is in the Off
position, the energizer will not respond to
commands from a remote control.
Battery Test The battery voltage is displayed by the
indicator lights (all models) and on the
LCD. See
Testing the battery voltage on
page 9. When this setting is used, the
energizer operates at slow speed
(2.5 seconds between pulses).
Slow Speed -
Day
Fast Speed -
Night
The energizer operates at slow speed
(2.5 seconds between pulses) during the
day and fast speed (1.5 seconds between
pulses) at night. When this setting is used,
the energizer operates at full power. This
setting is for animals active during the
night and is a useful way of conserving
battery power when a battery is being
used to power the energizer.
Fast Speed -
Day
Slow Speed -
Night
The energizer operates at fast speed
(1.5 seconds between pulses) during the
day and slow speed (2.5 seconds between
pulses) at night. When this setting is used,
the energizer operates at full power. This
setting is for animals active during the day
and is a useful way of conserving battery
power when a battery is being used to
power the energizer.
Low Power The energizer operates at half power and
fast speed (1.5 seconds between pulses).
Full Power The energizer operates at full power and
fast speed (1.5 seconds between pulses).
Fence voltage
The Indicator lights show the voltage at the energizer's Fence
high energy terminal. Each Indicator light segment represents
an increment of approximately 1 kV (1000 V) of output
voltage. For example, if the first eight Indicator light
segments are illuminated at each pulse, the output voltage is
approximately 8 kV (8000 V).
Red Green
123456789 10 kV
Note: If ten Indicator light segments are illuminated, the
output voltage may be more than 10 kV (10,000 V).
If you see only red lights at each pulse and no green lights,
your fence line is very heavily loaded, and you will need to
look for faults on the fence line. See
Frequently asked
questions/Troubleshooting
on page 15.
When the energizer is operating, the large digits on the LCD
display show the output voltage at the energizer's Fence high
energy terminal.
Note: If the large digits on the LCD display flash 1.0 kV, this
indicates that the fence voltage is below 1000 V. There is a
serious fault on the fence line. See "How do I locate faults?"
in
Frequently asked questions/Troubleshooting on page 15.
Alarm feature
If the energizer detects a sudden increase in the load on the
fence, the warning light may flash ( ), the pulse rate may
reduce and the warning buzzer could sound for up to 10
minutes.
For example, this may occur:
•if a cutout switch is closed, connecting a heavily loaded
section of the fence to the energizer
•if a branch falls on the fence
•if the fence or cable connecting energizer to it
experiences a sudden short to ground
•if something becomes entangled in the fence.

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20 seconds after the fence becomes heavily loaded, the
energizer may increase its output power to more effectively
energise the fence.
When a warning alarm is issued, switch the energizer off,
locate and remedy fault then turn the energizer on again.
Earth monitoring
The quality of the earth affects the fence voltage. The earth
monitoring feature allows you to keep an eye on the earth
quality to make the most of your electric fence. A low voltage
on the earth monitor indicates a good earth connection. A
high voltage on the earth monitor indicates a poor earth
connection.
Setting up for earth monitoring
The earth monitoring feature works by comparing the voltage
of the energizer's earth system with that of a separate earth
rod. Ensure the separate earth rod is at least 10 m (33')
away from any other earth system including the energizer's
main earth system. Locate the earth rod in the opposite
direction to the lead out wire. Drive one 2 m (6'6") earth rod
into the ground. Use high-voltage, insulated cable and an
earth clamp to connect the earth rod and the energizer's
Fence earth monitor terminal. Make sure the insulation is
stripped back to ensure good contact between the wire and
the earth rod.
Monitoring the earth
If the first Indicator light is illuminated permanently, this
indicates that the earth voltage is over 0.8 kV and that better
earthing may be beneficial. Either add more earth rods or
find a better location for the energizer earth system. The
small digits on the LCD display show the voltage going to the
earth system when the selector switch is set to , ,
or . The earth voltage should remain below 0.8 kV at all
times. If the earth monitor voltage numbers flash 3.0 kV, this
indicates the earth voltage is above 3.0 kV. See
Installing
and testing an earth system
on page 15 for information
about installing an earth system effectively.

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Testing the battery voltage
The energizer's Battery Test setting can be used to monitor the battery voltage.
When the selector switch is set to Battery Test , the Indicator lights show the input supply voltage. This can be useful in order to
monitor the battery charge level.
Note: When the selector switch is set to Battery Test , the energizer pulses at slow speed (2.5 seconds between pulses) and the
fence is live.
Lights
Input supply
voltage Battery-only installation
Above 17.0 V Abnormal conditions, check battery and connections.
12.6 V-17.0 V Full battery charge voltage (80-100%):
•No action required.
or
12.3-12.6 V
12.0-12.3 V
Medium battery charge voltage (50-80%):
•No action required.
11.7-12.0 V Low battery charge voltage (20-50%):
•Monitor battery voltage.
•Recharge the battery to avoid long-term damage to the battery.
11.2-11.7 V Bad battery charge voltage (10-20%):
•Recharge the battery immediately.
•Energizer will automatically revert to Slow Speed and Low Output Power in order to
preserve the remaining power and energy in the battery.
Below 11.2 V Very bad battery charge voltage:
•Recharge the battery immediately
•The energizer will not function in order to preserve the battery.
Notes:
-In extreme temperatures, these guidelines may not apply.
-The battery test results will display for 30 seconds after the selector switch is set to Battery Test .
When the selector switch is set to Battery Test , the LCD display also displays the input supply voltage.
When the voltage is outside the normal range (below 11.8 V or above 17 V), the battery symbol
flashes.
During normal operation, when the selector switch is set to , , or , if the battery voltage is bad, the battery symbol on
the LCD display flashes. Recharge the battery immediately.

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Battery selection and
management
This section refers exclusively to 12 V rechargeable batteries.
The batteries you select will depend on whether your
installation is a solar or a battery-only installation. For both
types of installation, the selector switch position you use
most frequently will be a factor. Refer to
Operation on page
7 for an explanation of the function of the selector switch.
Battery selection for a battery-only
installation
As a guide, the amp hour (Ah) rating of the 12 V
rechargeable batteries required is shown below. This table is
based on a seven day operating period between battery
charging. Although operating time can exceed seven days,
this is likely to cause battery damage and will necessitate
frequent replacement of the battery. For best system
reliability and long term battery life, the preferred battery and
charging regime is to use a 12 V rechargeable battery and to
recharge it when it is half discharged. For more information
on checking the battery voltage, see
Testing the battery
voltage
on page 9.
Selector switch
position Recommended batteries
250 Ah
350 Ah
350 Ah
200 Ah
400 Ah
WARNING! 12 V rechargeable batteries must be used.
Battery selection for a solar
installation
The battery and solar panels must be selected carefully to
suit the energizer's electrical current consumption. As well as
the position of the selector switch position, the battery and
solar panels you choose will depend on the amount of
sunshine at the location of the installation.
As a guide, the minimum amp hour (Ah) rating of the 12 V
rechargeable battery required is shown below. This table
shows the battery requirements for up to seven days of
operation with little or no sunlight. It takes into account the
variety of solar panel and regulator types that could be used
in a solar installation.
Selector
switch
position
Current required
(approximately)
Minimum
battery
capacity
750 mA 250 Ah
750 mA (day)
1250 mA (night)
1000 mA (24 hour average)
350 Ah
1250 mA (day)
750 mA (night)
1000 mA (24 hour average)
350 Ah
630 mA 200 Ah
1250 mA 400 Ah
WARNING! 12 V rechargeable batteries must be used.

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Battery management
WARNING! Batteries contain harmful chemicals and
when used incorrectly, may cause injury. Observe the
guidelines for battery care, maintenance and safety in this
manual and in the documentation supplied with your
battery.
Battery charging
WARNING!
-Do not attempt to recharge a non-rechargeable battery.
-When recharging a battery, ensure that there is
adequate ventilation to allow gases to disperse.
Regular recharging of the battery is essential. Use a suitable
safety approved battery charger and refer to the battery
manufacturer’s recommendations.
1Attach 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.
2Connect the battery charger's input power plug to a
mains or line socket and turn on the power supply.
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.
Battery care and maintenance
•House the battery in a suitably designed battery box, if
the battery is likely to be exposed to the weather.
•When not in use, store the battery fully charged and
recharge at regular intervals (every 8 weeks).
•Recharge a discharged battery as soon as possible.
Batteries should not be left discharged.
•Inspect the battery regularly to ensure that the
electrolyte level does not fall below the surface of the
battery plates.
•Top up the battery 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.
Using a remote control
handset
The energizer will accept commands from a Datamars remote
control handset. No configuration is required. The energizer
and remote control are pre-programmed to communicate.
Activating the energizer for use
with a remote control handset
During the first 10 minutes of operation, the energizer's
remote control feature can be activated. During this period,
the large arrow on the LCD display flashes to indicate this.
The energizer will otherwise operate normally.
To activate the remote control feature, turn off the energizer
using a remote control handset (see the remote control
handset's user manual for details). The energizer will stop
pulsing, and the last green light will flash to indicate that the
energizer is in standby mode. The large arrow on the LCD
remains on to indicate that activation has been successful.
Once the energizer's remote control feature has been
activated, you will not need to perform the activation
procedure again.
Note:
-If the energizer is not successfully activated within the
first 10 minutes of operation, you will need to switch the
energizer off and on before you can try again.
-You can disable the remote control feature at any time.
For instructions, see the remote control handset's user
manual. If you do not have a remote control handset,
take the energizer to an authorised service centre to have
the feature disabled.
The remote control handset
The remote control handset is three tools in one. It acts as a:
•Remote control – Switching the energizer on or off from
remote locations on the electric fence system.
•Fault finder – Assisting in the location of faults
anywhere on the fence system.

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•Voltmeter/Ammeter – Providing instant feedback on
fence performance (voltage and current)
For detailed instructions on using the remote control
handset, refer to the user manual supplied with the handset.
WARNING! The energizer will reactivate following a
power failure, even if it was switched off by a remote
control handset before the power failure. The fence
should be regarded as live at all times, regardless of the
energizer switch position or the remote control status. If
you are working on a section of fence, isolate the section
with a cut-out switch, or disconnect the energizer from its
power source.
Building a permanent
electric fence
Components of an electric fence
An electric fence system comprises the following elements:
• An energizer.
• 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.
• Insulated underground cables. Electric fence wire coated
in insulated plastic, suitable for use underground or
going through walls. 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. This type of
fence is often referred to as an 'all-live' or 'earth-return'
fence.
Alternative installation
For poor conductivity soils (dry or sandy), a 'fence-return' or
'earth-wire-return' system is recommended. With this type of
fence, the Fence earth terminal is connected directly to at
least one non-electrified fence wire (earth wire). The animal
gets maximum shock from touching a live wire and an earth
wire at the same time.
Lowering the energy output
In some areas, it may be desirable to lower the energy
output, for example where there is likely to be unsupervised
children who will be unaware of the dangers of electric
fencing (e.g. around a house or next to a public roadway).
If the Fence low energy terminal (yellow) is used, the output
energy will not exceed 1.5 J, however the output voltage
remains the same.
There are several possible configurations when using the
Fence low energy terminal (yellow):
•The Fence low energy terminal (yellow) can be used as
an alternative to the Fence high energy terminal (red) on
any fence. In this case, the fence will receive lower
output energy.
•The Fence low energy terminal (yellow) can be used to
supply a separate fence (e.g. house fence or roadside
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being used to supply the main farm fence. In this case,
the main farm fence will receive full output energy and
the separate fence will receive lower output energy.
Note: If both terminals are inadvertently connected to
different parts of the same fence system, the entire fence will
be supplied with full output energy (as if it were connected
to the Fence high energy terminal (red)). When using the
Fence low energy terminal (yellow) and the Fence high
energy terminal (red) at the same time, ensure that the fence
systems they are connected to are completely separate.
Fence designs
Fences can be constructed to suit the type of livestock and
materials available. Discuss with your reseller which design
best suits your needs. Some suggested fence configurations
are below.
Cattle and horses
10-15 m (33-49') spacing, posts only
15-20 m (49-65') spacing with droppers
Sheep, goats, cattle and horses
10 m (33') spacing, posts only
15 m (49') spacing with droppers
Wild animals
7 wire, 10 m (33') spacing with droppers
End assemblies
Angle stay
Suitable for field gate, high-tension strainer.
After firmly setting the footed strainer in the ground, dig in
the stay block just below ground level, at a distance to
ensure the angle stay will be held snugly in position. The stay
can be levered into position with a spade.
All-live system
Fence-return system

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Horizontal stay
Suitable for field gate, high-tension strainer.
Very simple to erect and most suitable as a high tension
strainer, excellent in areas where the soil gets very wet or
where heavy frost occurs.
Installing and testing an earth
system
Select a suitable site for the earth system. Sites need to be:
•At least 10 m (33') from other earth systems (e.g.
telephone, mains power or the earth system of another
energizer).
•Away from stock or other traffic that could interfere with
the installation.
•At a site that can be easily observed for maintenance.
•Ideally at a site that has damp soil (e.g. a shaded or
swampy location). Note that the earth does not need to
be directly adjacent to the energizer installation.
Drive four 2 m (6'6") earth rods into the ground. Use high-
voltage, insulated cable and earth clamps to continuously
connect the earth rods and the energizer's Fence earth
terminal. Make sure the insulation is stripped back to ensure
good contact between the wire and the earth rod.
Test the earth system, using the following procedure:
1Turn off the energizer.
2At least 100 m (330') away from the energizer, short
circuit the fence by laying several steel rods or lengths of
pipe against the fence. In dry or sandy conditions, it may
be necessary to drive the rods up to 300 mm (12") into
the earth.
Note: It is not acceptable to short-circuit a fence return
system to the earth wire of the fence.
3Turn the energizer back on.
4Using an electric fence voltmeter, ensure that the fence
voltage is below 2 kV.
5
Check your earth system. Insert the voltmeter's earth
probe into the ground at the full extent of the lead, and
clip the other lead to the last earth rod. The voltmeter
should not read more than 0.8 kV. Anything higher than
this indicates that better earthing is required. Either add
more earth rods or find a better ground area to drive in
the earth rods.
Note: When earthing energizers located in dairies, earth at
least 20 m (65') away from the dairy using double-insulated
lead-out wire to avoid touching the dairy building or
equipment.
Temporary electric fencing
A temporary fence can be quickly erected and easily moved
allowing the farmer to:
•Make smaller paddocks (fields)
•Keep herds of animals separated
•Ration feed
Note: Use more wires for smaller animals and wild animals.
Politape should be used when greater visibility is required
(e.g. horses).
An example of a temporary fence is shown below.

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Frequently asked
questions/Troubleshoo
ting
What voltage is required to control animals?
4 kV is widely accepted as an adequate voltage to control
animals. However, you also require a well constructed fence
system to ensure that animals cannot push through
electrified wires.
The fence voltage is below 4 kV. How do I increase the voltage?
Check the energizer. Ensure that the energizer is on and set
to operate at full power. Disconnect the fence wire from the
energizer's fence output terminal. Measure the voltage
across the energizer terminals using a Fault Finder, Digital
Voltmeter or a remote control handset. If the voltage is less
than 6 kV, the energizer may require servicing.
Check the energizer earthing. Check that the earth monitor
voltage on the LCD display is below 0.8 kV, see
Earth
monitoring
on page 9.
Check the fence system for faults. The most common source
of low voltage is faults on the fence line.
If the fence, earth and energizer are in good condition and
the voltage is still below 4 kV, talk to your nearest reseller.
Recent extensions to your fence, a poor fence layout, or soil
conditions may be causing inadequate voltage.
How do I locate faults?
The recommended tool for locating faults is a Fault Finder or
remote control handset. These have a combined voltage and
current meter which allows you to rapidly locate sources of
current leakage. Alternatively, use a Digital Voltmeter. Use
cut-out switches to turn off the power to different sections of
the farm. If the voltage on the fence increases when a
section of the farm is turned off, then investigate that section
for possible faults.
There are no lights flashing on the energizer
Ensure the power supply is on. Check the fence system for
faults (see above). Check the energizer (see above). If the
energizer still does not operate, it may require servicing.
The energizer does not respond to commands from the remote
control handset
See the Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting section
in the remote control handset's user manual.
I want to disable the energizer's remote control feature
If you have a remote control handset, see the remote control
handset's user manual for instructions. If not, take the
energizer to an authorised service centre to have the feature
disabled.
Identifying faults using
the LCD display and
the indicator lights
If...
This means that...
The energizer is not
pulsing and the first
red Indicator light is
flashing...
The battery connections may be faulty.
Check all battery connections. Check the
battery voltage immediately using the
battery test setting. See Testing the
battery voltage on page 9.
The first red
Indicator light is
flashing and other
indicator lights are
on...
The energizer has a fault. If the display
persists and does not return to normal,
contact your service agent for advice.
The energizer is
pulsing slowly and
has a reduced
output voltage...
The battery voltage may be low and the
energizer has reverted to Slow Speed
and Low Output Power in order to
preserve the remaining power and
energy in the battery.
The warning light is
flashing and the
warning buzzer is
sounding…
The energizer has detected a sudden
increase in the load on the fence.
Switch the energizer off, locate and
remedy fault then turn the energizer on
again.
For example, this may occur:
•if a cutout switch is closed,
connecting a heavily loaded section
of the fence to the energizer
•if a branch falls on the fence
•if the fence or cable connecting
energizer to it experiences a sudden
short to ground
•if something becomes entangled in
the fence.
The output voltage
digits (large digits
on the LCD display)
flash 1.0 kV...
The fence voltage is below 1000 V.
There is a serious fault on the fence line.
See "How do I locate faults?" in
Frequently asked
questions/Troubleshooting on page 15.

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If... This means that...
The first red
Indicator light is
illuminated
permanently...
The earth monitor voltage is too high.
Use the earth monitoring feature to
monitor the earth. See Earth monitoring
on page 9.
The battery symbol
on the LCD is
flashing...
The battery voltage is bad. Check the
battery voltage immediately, using the
battery test setting. See Testing the
battery voltage on page 9.
The right arrow on
the LCD is
flashing...
During the first 10 minutes of operation,
the energizer's remote control feature
can be activated. During this period, the
large arrow on the LCD display flashes
to indicate this. This occurs each time
the energizer is switched on when the
energizer's remote control feature has
not been activated This is part of normal
operation.
If... This means that...
The energizer is not
pulsing and the last
green Indicator light
is flashing...
The energizer has been switched off by a
remote control handset. If you think your
energizer might be being controlled by a
neighbour's remote control handset and
you own a remote control handset
yourself, change your energizer's
address setting (see the remote control
handset's user manual). If you do not
have a remote control handset, take the
energizer to an authorised service centre
to have the remote control feature
disabled.
Servicing
This energizer uses Double Insulation, where two systems of
insulation are provided instead of grounding. No equipment
grounding means is provided in the supply cord of a double-
insulated energizer, nor should a means for equipment
grounding be added to the energizer. Servicing a double-
insulated energizer requires extreme care and knowledge of
the system and should only be done by qualified service
personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated
energizer must be identical to the parts they replace. A
double-insulated energizer is marked with the words
DOUBLE INSULATION or DOUBLE INSULATED and/or the
symbol below.

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Product specifications
Power supply 12 V battery,
or approved power adaptor 100-120 or 100-240 V
Power consumption using a power adaptor 18 W
Current consumption using a 12 V rechargeable battery
Battery Test 750 mA
Slow Speed-Day/Fast Speed-Night 750 mA (day)
1250 mA (night) or
1000 mA (24 hour average)
Fast Speed-Day/Slow Speed-Night 1250 mA (day)
750 mA (night) or
1000 mA (24 hour average)
Half Output Power 630 mA
Full Output Power 1250 mA
Maximum output voltage 9.9 kV
Maximum output energy 14.6 J at 50 Ω
Maximum stored energy 18.3 J
Product dimensions (WxHxD) 330x260x108 mm (13x10¼x4½")
Product weight 5.54 kg (12 lb)
Values are typical and normal production tolerances of ±5% should be allowed for.
Warranty
This product is warranted against faulty material and workmanship for a period from the date of purchase. If a warranted defect
occurs, return this product with proof of purchase to the place of purchase. Details of warranty periods and other terms applying are
available at the place of purchase or at datamars.com
Note:
-No responsibility is accepted for any accident or damage caused subsequent to any tampering with or modification to or misuse of
this product, including (but not limited to) alterations made by anyone other than Datamars or its agents.
-To the maximum extent permitted by law, this warranty is exclusive, personal to you and in lieu of all other warranties,
representations or conditions relating to this product (whether express or implied and whenever arising) whether originating by
statute, law, trade, custom or otherwise.
-The product warranty is only valid in the original country of purchase. Any claims made in another country may incur full repair
costs at the owner’s expense.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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SVENSKA
Säkerhetsinformation
VARNING: LÄS IGENOM ALLA INSTRUKTIONER
OBS: Denna produkt har konstruerats för användning med
eldjurstängsel.
Allmänna varningar
VARNING!
-Detta aggregat är inte avsett att användas av människor
(inklusive barn) med reducerad fysisk, sensorisk eller
mental förmåga eller som saknar erfarenhet och
kunskap, förutom om de övervakas eller instrueras om
hur aggregatet används av en person som ansvarar för
deras säkerhet.
-Småbarn bör övervakas så att de inte leker med
aggregatet. Rengöring och underhåll av användaren får
inte utföras av barn utan uppsikt.
-Koppla bort aggregatet före installation eller utförande
av arbeten på stängslet.
-Risk för elektrisk stöt! Detta aggregat får endast öppnas
och repareras av behörig personal.
Varningar specifika för detta
aggregat
VARNING!
- USA och Canada - För att minska risken för elektrisk stöt
kan aggregatets strömadapter ha en polariserad
stickkontakt (ett blad är bredare än det andra). Denna
stickkontakt passar i ett polariserat uttag åt ena hållet.
Om stickkontakten inte passar i uttaget helt, vänd på
stickkontakten. Om den fortfarande inte passar,
kontakta en utbildad elektriker för att installera rätt
uttag. Gör inga ändringar på stickkontakten.
-Kontrollera din installation för att försäkra dig om att
den överensstämmer med lokala säkerhetsbestämmelser.
-Använd endast el från eluttaget/strömadaptern eller de
batteriledningar som medföljer aggregatet eller en
originalreservdel.
-Effektingångsuttaget på baksidan av aggregatet är
endast avsett för 12 V DC.
- Europa - Aggregatet måste placeras under ett skydd och
kabeln får inte hanteras om temperaturen ligger under
5 °C.
Viktiga säkerhetsinstruktioner för
strömadaptrar
FARA! RISK FÖR ELEKTRISK STÖT. ENDAST
INOMHUSBRUK.
Förklaring av symboler på
aggregatet
Stängslets jordningsuttag. Anslut stängslets
jordningsuttag till aggregatets jordningssystem.
Stängslets jordningsövervakningsuttag. Anslut stängslets
jordningsövervakningsuttag till en separat
jordningsstake. Se
Jordningsövervaking på sidan 26.
Stängslets lågenergiuttag. Används i områden där en
gräns på 1,5 J utgångsenergi önskas (t.ex. där det finns
risk för att barn som är omedvetna om farorna med
elstängsel leker utan tillsyn), se
Minskning av stängslets
energiutgång
på sidan 30. Anslut stängslets
lågenergiuttag till stängslet.
Stängslets högenergiuttag. Anslut stängslets
högenergiuttag till gårdens huvudstängsel.
Risk för elektrisk stöt! Detta aggregat får endast öppnas
och repareras av behörig personal.
Läs alla instruktionerna innan användning.
Denna symbol på produkten eller dess förpackning
indikerar att denna produktion inte får kasseras med
vanliga sopor. Det är i stället din skyldighet att kassera
utrustningen genom att lämna in den på en särskild
återvinningscentral för elektrisk och elektronisk
utrustning. Den separata insamlingen och återvinningen
av utrustningen hjälper till att bevara naturliga resurser
och se till att den återvinns på ett sätt som skyddar
människa och miljö. För mer information om var du kan
lämna in utrustningen för återvinning, kontakta din
lokala återvinningsstation eller handlaren där du köpte
produkten.
Aggregatet har en dubbelisolerad konstruktion.
Aggregat markerade med denna symbol är aggregat
med tidsfördröjning avsedda för elektriska stängsel med
en fördröjning på 20 sekunder.
Använd endast tillsammans med en nätadapter som är
godkänd av Datamars Ltd. Denna måste vara antingen
nätadaptern som medföljer aggregatet eller en genuin
reservdel som levereras av Datamars (se detaljerna som
finns markerade på aggregatet, bredvid eluttaget).

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Definition av särskilda begrepp
Elstängselaggregat – En apparat som periodvis avger
spänningsimpulser till ett stängsel som är anslutet till det.
Stängsel – En barriär för djur eller i säkerhetssyfte, bestående
av en eller flera ledare såsom metalltrådar, stavar eller
räcken.
Elstängsel – En barriär som innehåller en eller flera elektriska
ledare, isolerade från jord, på vilka elektriska pulser läggs av
ett aggregat.
Stängselkrets – Alla ledande delar eller komponenter inom
ett aggregat som är anslutna eller ska anslutas, galvaniskt,
till utgångspolerna.
Jordningselektrod – Metallstruktur som drivs ner i marken
nära ett aggregat och som ansluts till jordningsuttagets poler
på aggregatet, och som är oberoende av andra
jordningsarrangemang.
Anslutningsledning – En elektrisk ledare som används till att
ansluta aggregatet till det elstängslet eller
jordningselektroden.
Elektriskt djurstängsel – Ett elstängsel som används till att
hålla kvar djur inom eller utestänga djur från ett bestämt
område.
Krav på eldjurstängsel
I enlighet med bilaga BB avsnitt BB.1 i IEC 60335-
2-76
Eldjurstängsel och dess extrautrustning ska installeras,
användas och underhållas så att de inte utgör någon fara för
människor, djur eller omgivning.
Undvik eldjurstängselkonstruktioner där djur eller människor
kan fastna.
VARNING! Undvik kontakt med elstängselledningar,
särskilt med huvudet, halsen eller överkroppen. Klättra
inte över, genom eller under ett multiledningselstängsel.
Använd en grind eller en speciellt konstruerad
övergångspunkt.
Ett eldjurstängsel får inte matas från två olika aggregat eller
från oberoende stängselkretsar hos samma aggregat.
För två olika eldjurstängsel, som vart och ett matas från olika
aggregat med oberoende tidsinställning, ska avståndet
mellan ledningarna på de två eldjurstängslen vara minst
2,5 m. Om detta mellanrum ska slutas ska det ske med
material som inte är icke-ledande eller en isolerad
metallbarriär.
Taggtråd eller skärtråd får inte elektrifieras med ett aggregat.
Ett ej elektrifierat stängsel som omfattar taggtråd eller
skärtråd får användas som stöd för en eller flera
elektrifierade offset-ledningar på ett eldjurstängsel.
Stödanordningarna för de elektrifierade ledningarna ska vara
konstruerade så att dessa ledningar placeras på ett minsta
avstånd av 150 mm från de ej elektrifierade ledningarnas
vertikalplan. Taggtråd och skärtråd ska jordledas med jämna
mellanrum.
Följ våra rekommendationer angående jordning.
Ett avstånd på minst 10 m mellan aggregatets
jordningselektrod och andra anslutna delar för
jordningssystem, t.ex. strömförsörjningens skyddsjordning
eller telekommunikationssystemens jordning, ska hållas.
Anslutningsledningar som går inuti byggnader ska vara
effektivt isolerade från byggnadens jordade strukturella delar.
Detta kan åstadkommas med en isolerad högspänningskabel.
Underjordiska anslutningsledningar ska löpa i skyddsrör av
isolerande material eller också ska en isolerad
högspänningskabel användas. Var försiktig så att
anslutningsledningarna inte skadas från djurens hovar eller
klövar eller från traktorhjul som sjunker ner i marken.
Anslutningsledningar får inte installeras i samma skyddsrör
som strömförsörjnings-, kommunikations- eller datakablar.
Anslutningsledningar och elstängselledningar får inte löpa
ovanför luft- eller kommunikationsledningar.
Korsningar med luftledningar bör helst undvikas. Om en
sådan korsning inte kan undvikas ska den ske under
luftledningen och i så rät vinkel mot den som möjligt.
Om anslutningsledningar och elstängselledningar installeras
nära en luftledning får avstånden inte vara mindre än vad
som anges nedan.