Electric fencing and your
Stafix energiser
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Congratulations on your purchase of a Stafix
mains/line energiser. 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.
Note:
- This product has been designed for use with
electric animal fences.
- Keep this manual in a handy location.
Warning!
- USA and Canada - To reduce the risk of electric
shock, the energiser has a polarised plug (one
blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a
polarised 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.
- Switch the energiser off before installation or
performing any work on the fence.
- Read all the safety considerations carefully. See
Safety Considerations
on page 5.
- Check your installation to ensure that it complies
with all local safety regulations.
- The energizer must be located in a shelter, and the
cable must not be handled when the temperature is
below 5 °C.
- Do not connect simultaneously to a fence and to
any other device such as a cattle trainer or a poultry
trainer. Otherwise, lightning striking your fence will
be conducted to all other devices.
Symbols that may be on your
energiser
To reduce the risk of electric shock, the
energiser should be opened or repaired only
by qualified Stafix-appointed personnel.
Read full instructions before use.
Indicates that the energiser is of a double-
insulated construction.
How does an electric fence work?
An electric fence system comprises an energiser and
an insulated fence. The energiser 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 material to construct
than conventional fencing.
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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.
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