Patriot PMX120 User Manual

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Contents
ENGLISH ........................................................ 1
ESPAÑOL ....................................................... 6
PORTUGUÊS ................................................ 12
FRANÇAIS .................................................... 17
DEUTSCH ..................................................... 22
SVENSKA ..................................................... 28
NEDERLANDS .............................................. 32
DANSK ......................................................... 38
日本語 ........................................................ 43
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817374 Issue 1 03/2011
ENGLISH
Patriot PMX50, PMX120,
PMX200, PMX350,
PMX450 and PMX600
Key to symbols on the unit
Fence ground terminal. Connect the fence
ground terminal to the ground system.
Fence output terminal. Connect the fence
output terminal to the fence.
Risk of electric shock! This unit should be
opened or repaired only by qualified
personnel. No user serviceable parts.
Read full instructions before use.
Double insulation – no serviceable parts.
This unit must NOT be disposed of with
other normal waste. Instead, it is your
responsibility to dispose of it correctly by
handing it over to a local authority
responsible for collecting electrical and
electronic equipment waste.

Patriot PMX120 Specifications

General

Brand	Patriot
Model	PMX120
Category	Power Supply
Language	English

Summary

Key Symbols and Safety Information

Fence Ground Terminal Symbol

Explains the connection of the fence ground terminal to the ground system.

Fence Output Terminal Symbol

Explains the connection of the fence output terminal to the fence.

Electrical Shock Hazard Warning

Warns of electric shock and requires repair by qualified personnel only.

Installation and Ground System Setup

Connecting Ground and Output Terminals

Connects the fence ground terminal to a separate ground system and the output terminal to the fence.

Ground System Site Selection

Selects a suitable site for the ground system, at least 33' from other systems.

Recommended Ground Rods

General Safety and Installation Guidelines

Polarized Plug Usage

Pre-Operation Safety Steps

Advises switching off the unit before work and reading all safety considerations.

Electric Fence Construction and Hazards

Avoiding Combined Devices

Safe Crossing Practices

Supervision of Users

Prohibits unsupervised use by young or infirm persons, and children playing near fences.

Barbed Wire Restrictions

Prohibits electrifying barbed wire and mandates offset wires be 6" from it.

Entanglement Prevention

Advises against fence constructions causing entanglement and limits offset wires.

Multiple Unit and Wire Spacing

Discourages supplying from two units and mandates 8' spacing for adjacent wires.

Ground Electrode Placement

Specifies placement of ground electrode at least 33' from power/telecom systems.

Overhead Line Proximity

Definitions and Requirements

Electric Fence Requirements

User Suitability

Specifies the unit is not for persons with reduced capabilities without supervision.

Child Supervision

Emphasizes supervising children to ensure they do not play with the unit.

Entanglement Avoidance

Independent Fence Circuits

States fences must not be supplied from two separate units or independent circuits.

Wire Spacing for Separate Fences

Mandates at least 8' (2.5m) spacing for wires from separate electric animal fences.

Barbed/Razor Wire Electrification

Prohibits electrifying barbed or razor wire, but allows use for support.

Offset Wire Positioning

Specifies offset electrified wires must be 6" from non-electrified wires.

Ground Electrode Separation

Requires 33' (10m) separation between ground electrode and other grounding systems.

Warranty Information

Warranty Period

Exclusions from Warranty

Liability Limitations