ZAREBA AC Plug In DC Battery Operated Solar User Guide
- July 29, 2024
- ZAREBA
Table of Contents
ZAREBA AC Plug In DC Battery Operated Solar
Product Specifications
- Power Options: AC/Plug-In, DC/Battery-Operated, Solar
- Tools Required: Electric Fence Tester, Battery Tester, Regular and Phillips Head Screwdrivers, Torx Screwdrivers, Wirecutters, Rachet Set
Product Usage Instructions
AC/Plug-In Troubleshooting
- Ensure the extension cord is industrial strength and no longer than 50 feet
- Unplug energizer
- Remove hot and ground wires
- Plug the energizer back in
- Check voltage with a fence tester
- If the voltage is within 20% of specifications, follow steps a-d
- If voltage is more than 20% below specifications, call support with error code 174
DC/Battery Troubleshooting
- Turn off energizer
- Remove hot and ground wires
- Turn on energizer
- Check voltage with a fence tester
- If voltage is within 20% of specifications, follow steps a-d
- If voltage is more than 20% below specifications, follow steps a-c and call support if needed
Solar Troubleshooting
- Charge energizer for at least three sunny days
- Remove hot and ground wires
- Turn on energizer
- Check voltage with a fence tester
- If the voltage is within 20% of specifications, follow steps a-d
- If voltage is more than 20% below specifications, follow steps a-c and call support if needed
Grounding System Testing
- Ensure your grounding system consists of at least three metal rods placed ten feet apart and driven six feet into the ground.
- Follow the instructions in the manual to test your system.
FAQ
- Q: What should I do if my battery voltage is low?
- A: If the battery voltage is low, the battery needs to be replaced or charged.
STEP 1
Gather Tools and Energizer Information
You Will Need
The following information found on your energizer:
- Model Number _____
- Serial Number _____
You May Also Need
STEP 2
What Kind of Equipment Do You Have?
AC/Plug-In Troubleshooting Steps
- If using an extension cord, it must be rated for industrial strength and be no longer than 50 feet in length
- Unplug the energizer
- Remove both hot and ground wires
- Plug the energizer back in
- Check the voltage with the fence tester
- If voltage is within 20% of product specifications (see page 5): a. Unplug the energizer again. Replace the hot and ground wires. Plug the energizer in. Go to the Grounding System section
- If the voltage is more than 20% below product specifications: a. Call 855-592-7322 and reference error code 174.
DC/Battery Troubleshooting Steps
- Turn off the energizer
- Remove both hot and ground wires
- Turn on the energizer
- Check the voltage with the fence tester
- If voltage is within 20% of product specifications:
- Unplug the energizer again
- Replace the hot and ground wires
- Plug the energizer in
- Go to the Grounding System section
- If the voltage is more than 20% below product specifications, follow the steps below.
- Unplug the energizer
- Remove the battery
- Use the battery tester to check the voltage on the battery
- If the battery voltage is accurate, call 855-592-7322 and reference error code 174.
- If the battery voltage is low, the battery needs to be replaced or charged
Solar Troubleshooting Steps
- Charge energizer in the off position for at least three full sunny days
- Remove both hot and ground wires
- Turn the energizer on
- Check the voltage with the fence tester
- If voltage is within 20% of product specifications:
- Turn the energizer back off
- Replace the hot and ground wires
- Turn the energizer back on
- Go to the Grounding System section
- If the voltage is more than 20% below product specifications, follow the steps below.
- Turn the energizer off
- Remove the battery
- Use the battery tester to check the voltage on the battery
- If the battery voltage is accurate, call 855-592-7322 and reference error code 174.
- If the battery voltage is low, the battery needs to be replaced
BATTERY LOCATION
VOLTAGE REQUIREMENTS
TESTING VOLTAGE
- Testing voltage with a fence tester
GROUNDING SYSTEM
Many electric fence issues can be traced back to the grounding system. Even if your fence has been working fine for years, changes in the soil’s moisture level could cause problems. Grounding systems must consist of at least three metal rods (copper, rebar, or galvanized steel), placed ten feet apart and driven at least six feet into the ground. Follow the steps below to test your system.
- Place a metal bar or rod against your fence, approximately 100 yards away from the energizer
- Touch the hooked end of your fence tester to the top of the ground rod
- Place the probe end of the fence tester into the soil
If the voltage is less than 400 volts, your grounding system is fine. Go to the Troubleshooting the Fence Line section. If the voltage is 400 volts or more, additional grounding is needed. Refer to http://www.zarebasystems.com /learning-center/installation-guide/ground-rod-installation or call 855-592-7322 for more information on grounding.
LEAD WIRE
Another possibility is that your electricity is leaking into the ground. To test this:
- Turn off the energizer
- Remove the lead out hot wire from the fence
- Turn the energizer back on
- Test the lead out hot wire with the fence tester
If the voltage is significantly less than the voltage on your energizer, your electricity is leaking into the ground. Replace your hook-up wires with 20 KV insulated wire and recheck your voltage. If the voltage is similar to your energizer’s voltage, follow the steps below to check your fence line.
FENCE LINE
If you’ve tried everything else and you’re still not getting enough electricity, there’s no way around it; you’re going to need to walk your fence line. Take tools and spare parts with you, and look for the following common problems that can impact your fence voltage:
- Heavy or wet vegetation touching the wires
- Cracked insulators
- Rusty connections
- Wire touching wood
- Splices or jumper wires no longer secure
- Faulty connections at gate openings
- Metal objects within 4 inches of the fence line