Fault Finding
Methods of Fault Finding
Use a Cheta Voltmeter and check fencer voltage with fence line disconnected.
If normal reconnect fence line.
Test fence line a section at a time until the fault is found. The cutting out of the faulty section of fence raises the voltage to normal.
Examine faulty section carefully.
Common Earth Faults:
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Live Earth Rod
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Live Cow Shed
These two most common problems are always due to faulty fence lines and INADEQUATE EARTHING.
REMEMBER
Time spent installing a fence properly is well rewarded.
High output Terminals on these two controllers should never be used to control Stock in an enclosed Paddock, Yard or at a Silage Barrier.