INSTALLATION AND USER MANUAL
Earth stakes
1. For normal earthing use clean, GALVANISED / copper plating earth stakes.
2. The Electric Fence Energizer output capacity is 2-5 joules. A minimum of 3 earth stakes is
recommended, each 1-2 m in length. Depending on the location and conditions of the earthing
system, additional stakes may be required.
3. Space the earth stakes at least 3 m apart (10 m apart if using the bentonite salt earthing system)
then drive them deeply into the soil leaving a minimum of 10 centimetres (cms) above ground
level for the single connecting cable Join the earth stakes in a continuous series using clamps
and insulated connecting cable
4. If using the bentonite salt earthing system, use stainless steel earth stakes and space them at
least 10 m apart
Connecting the earthing system to the Energizer
The Electric Fence Energizer comes with an earthing cable suitable for portable powered fencing
which can be connected as follows:
1. Unscrew the BLACK cap on the Energizer unit
2. Insert the rod of the GREEN earthing cable through the hole of the screw
3. Replace the BLACK cap, tighten to secure the rod in place
4. Attach the GREEN clip at the other end of the cable to one of the EARTH STAKES
5. Test the earthing system
Testing the earthing system
Ideally, you should perform this test at least ONCE each year and also during any dry season. This
ensures the earthing capacity is sufficient to meet the demands of the Electric Fence Energizer. To
perform the test you will need:
Several steel rods or lengths of pipe Fence tester, galvanised metal stake at least 200 mm in length
1. Turn OFF the Energizer.
2. Using several steel rods or lengths of pipe, short circuit the fence by laying these against the
fence at least 100 m away from the Energizer. In dry or sandy soil conditions, drive the rods up
to 30 cms into the soil.
3. Turn ON the Energizer.
4. Measure the fence voltage using the fence tester. The reading should be 2kv or less. If not, put
more steel rods against the fence.
5. Now, check the earthing system by fully inserting the earth probe of the fence tester into the
surrounding soil and attach the clip to the last earth stake. The reading should be no more than
0.2 kv. If the reading is higher, the earthing system is insufficient and you should recheck the
entire system thoroughly.
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