One Stop Gardens Pet Fence Fence Control with Adjustable Solar Panel User's Manual
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1. ORs J p FENCE CONTROL WITH ADJUSTABLE SOLAR PANEL Model 47454 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury SAVE THIS MANUAL Copyright 2002 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions or replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 SPECIFICATIONS TABLE ITEM Input Voltage Output Voltage Range of Fence Control Solar Panel Type Angle Adjustable Solar Panel Size 4 1 4 x 3 3 4 Rated Wattage In Full Sunlight 1 3 Watts Overall Dimensions 7 1 4 x 6 7 8 x 5 3 8 Weight 3 65 Lbs SAVE THIS MANUAL You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly op erating inspection maintenance and cleaning procedures parts list and assembly diagram Keep your invoice with this manual Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future refere2. IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTUER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO SKU 47454 PAGE 10 PARTS LIST ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM Parte Description Oty fs Ange Adjusting Frame fi 4 lain Boy O O a PowerSwitch a e Terminals Battery Compartment Door EE E SiS NOTE Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not avail able individually as replacement parts SKU 47454 PAGE 11
3. Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES When servicing use only identical replacement parts Only use accessories intended for use with this product Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT WITH CARE Keep this product clean for better and safer performance MAINTENANCE For your safety service and maintenance should be performed regularly by a qualified technician USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool There are certain applications for which this tool was designed It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended WARNING The warnings precautions and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur The operator must understand that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator SPECIFIC PRODUCT WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS CAUTION FOR PERSONAL SAFETY IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT ONLY A QUALIFIED CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN INSTALL THE FENCE CONTROL MAINTAIN A SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT Keep the work area well lit Make sure there is adequate surrounding workspace Always keep the work area free of obstructions
4. at least eight hours in full direct sunlight in order to fully charge the Battery part 10 If necessary adjust the Solar Panel to increase the pickup of solar energy See Figures A C and Assy Diagram SKU 47454 PAGE 7 NOTE After making sure that all safety warnings and precautions pages 2 4 are adhered to the Fence Control is ready to be turned ON 2 When the Battery part 10 is fully charged place the Switch Cover 13 on the Power Switch 5 and turn the Power Switch part 5 to its ON position See Figure C and Assy Diagram 3 Observe the Indicating Lamp part 7 A blinking Indicating Lamp shows that the electrical output is working properly The fence is now electrically activated See Figure C and Assy Diagram 4 NOTE If the Indicating Lamp does not blink turn the Power Switch part 5 to its OFF position Have a qualified certified electrician disconnect both 12 Gauge Insulated Wires from the Fence Control Then turn the Power Switch to its ON position If the Indicating Lamp does blink the problem is with the fence If the Indicating Lamp does not blink the problem is with the Fence Control or its Battery part 10 See Figures B C and Assy Diagram RECOMMENDED ASSOCIATED ELECTRIC FENCE PRODUCTS ie CAUTION For personal safety it is recommended that only a qualified certified electrician install electrical products Posts ibs Use posts made of treated wood
5. eight hours of sunlight each day Shadowed locations will not allow the Battery part 10 to fully charge and will reduce the hours of effective operation Make sure to adjust the Solar Panel part 2 so that it faces directly at the sun at noontime each day of the year See Figure A and Assy Diagram ALWAYS KEEP THE SOLAR PANEL part 2 CLEAN See Inspection Maintenance And Cleaning section DO NOT USE ANY MEANS OF CHARGING THE BATTERY part 10 OTHER THAN THE SOLAR PANEL part 2 OR A CONSTANT POTENTIAL CURRENT LIMITED BATTERY CHARGER RATED AT 6V DC 4 5 AMPS PER HOUR DO NOT OVERCHARGE THE BATTERY part 10 WHEN USING A CONSTANT POTENTIAL CURRENT LIMITED BATTERY CHARGER To use a battery charging system other than the Solar Panel part 2 the Battery must be removed from the Fence Control See Figure C and Assy Diagram DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERY part 10 BY FIRE Fire or intense heat can cause an explosion After the life of the Battery has expired it should be recycled or disposed of in accordance with procedures for the proper disposal of waste products WARNING This product contains or produces a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm California Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq WARNING People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before using this product Operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a
6. steel aluminum or fiberglass Fence Wire 1 Use size 20 through 9 American wire gauge Use a smooth galvanized steel electric fence wire Or use an aluminum wire which conducts electricity four times better than steel Or in certain cases use a plastic metallic wire according to the manufacturer s recommendations Insulated Wire ie Use size 12 Gauge for running under roads and under gates If desired use insulated wire with PVC tubing Insulators 1 Use standard Fi Shock insulators on rod type line support posts or on wooden posts At the starting point and at fence corners use Fi Shock corner post insulators Always insulate wooden posts Do not staple fence wire directly to the post SKU 47454 PAGE 8 Splices 1 Two types of splicing may be used hand splicing or the use of specially designed splicing bolts and connectors A simple gate can be constructed from a single hot wire line with the use of an insulated gate handle However disconnecting the gate handle also disconnects the electric flow in the fence A typical gate can be used without interfering with the electric flow in the fence by running an insulated wire under the gate beneath the ground level A hot wire line may be mounted on a typical gate itself to INSPECTION MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING CAUTION Always turn the Power Switch part 5 to its OFF position and remove the Switch Lock 13 before performing any inspection maintena
7. AL 6 12 GA INSULATED WIRE BLACK NEGATIVE TERMINAL 6 OAT EROMIDED 12 GA INSULATED WIRE NOT PROVIDED FENCE WIRE GROUND ROD GROUND CLAMP NOT PROVIDED FIGURE B SKU 47454 PAGE 6 To Connect The Fence Line To The Fence Control 1 CAUTION Prior to connecting the Fence Line to the Fence Control make sure its Power Switch part 5 is in the OFF position the Switch Cover 13 must be removed from the Power Switch when the Fence Control is not in operation See Figure C and Assy Diagram 2 Splice one end of an appropriate length of 12 1 2 Gauge Insulated Wire onto the Fence Line See Figure B 3 Connect the other end of the 12 1 2 Gauge Insulated Wire to the Red Positive Terminal part 6 of the Fence Control See Figures B and C ANGLE ADJUSTING FRAME FIGURE C 3 SOLAR PANEL 2 RED POSITIVE TERMINAL 6 BLACK NEGATIVE TERMINAL 6 SWITCH COVER 13 INDICATING LAMP 7 POWER SWITCH 5 pa RED POSITIVE WIRE BATTERY COMPARTMENT BLACK NEGATIVE WIRE DOOR 11 NS MAIN BODY 4 ga BATTERY 10 SCREW 12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS NOTE For additional references to the parts listed below refer to the Assembly Diagram on page 11 Note To operate the Fence Control the Switch Cover 13 must be inserted into the Power Switch 5 cover and the Power Switch must be lifted up to the ON position ik Once installed allow the Fence Control to charge
8. and reconnect the Red wire to the positive pole of the Battery Reinstall the Battery in the Fence Control unit and close the Battery Compartment Door Finally replace the Screw to lock the Gates 1 prevent animals from rubbing or pushing through the gate 1 cleaning See Assy Diagram 2 by a qualified certified electrician before further use Do not use damaged equipment 3 To Battery Compartment Door in position See Figure C 4 PERIODICALLY Inspect the fence line and remove vines brush growth and fallen branches that will short out the fence SKU 47454 PAGE 9 5 TROUBLESHOOTING If the fence is not operating properly make sure nothing other than the fence posts is touching the fence Make sure all connections to the Fence Control are clean and tightened securely Ensure that all fence wires and the ground wire connections are tightened securely If necessary use a commercial electric fence tester to check the output on the fence line 6 TO CLEAN wipe the outer body of the Fence Control with a soft damp cloth using a mild detergent Always keep the Solar Panel part 2 clean but do not use an abrasive cleaning pad or cleaning agent that might damage the Solar Panel glass See Assy Diagram 7 WHEN NOT IN USE AND BEING STORED Keep the Fence Control in a clean dry location PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
9. grease oil trash and other debris Do not use the Fence Control in areas near flammable chemicals dusts and vapors THIS PRODUCT MUST BE GROUNDED If for any reason the Fence Control should malfunction grounding reduces the risk of accidental electrical shock A properly installed ground rod not provided electrically connected to the Fence Control ground terminal provides the necessary grounding of this product See Figure B REV 07g SKU 47454 PAGE 3 DO NOT CONNECT ANY OTHER DEVICE SUCH AS A POULTRY OR CATTLE TRAINER TO A FENCE THAT IS ALREADY CONNECTED TO THE FENCE CONTROL Should lightening strike the fence its damaging electrical force will be conducted to all other devices AVOID ACCIDENTAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK Never install an electric fence below high voltage power plant transmission lines Never touch or attempt to climb over a fence that is electrically charged Never use more than one Fence Control on the same fence Install Danger Electric Fence Risk of Electrical Shock if Touched signs in visible areas to identify the electrified wires Inform everyone who might possibly come in contact with the electrically charged fence about its location Instruct everyone who might possibly come in contact with the electrically charged fence how to disconnect the Fence Control in case of emergency FOR INCREASED PICKUP OF SOLAR ENERGY select a location with full direct sunlight where the Fence Control can receive at least
10. he way through the metal surface Set aside the Fence Control and drill the two holes through the metal surface Then use two machine bolts of appropriate diameter and length two lock washers and two nuts not provided to secure the Fence Control to the metal surface See Figure A and Assy Diagram To Properly Ground The Fence Control 1 CAUTION Prior to grounding the Fence Control make sure its Power Switch part 5 is in the OFF position See Figure C and Assy Diagram A Ground Rod not provided is required to properly ground the Fence Control A Ground Rod should be made of copper galvanized pipe or a steel rod driven approximately six to eight feet into the ground as near to the Fence Control as possible SKU 47454 PAGE 5 3 Caution Do not use an existing Ground Rod that is hooked up to other electrical systems or to a water pipe See Figure B MOUNTING HOLES MAIN BODY 4 FIGURE A 4 The front side of the solar shock with terminals and switch key should face the sun light The solar panel should face towards south to expose the solar panel to the maximum possible sunlight 5 Connect one end of an appropriate length of 12 Gauge Insulated Wire to the Ground Rod using a Ground Clamp not provided See Figure B 6 Connect the other end of the 12 Gauge Insulated Wire to the Black Negative Terminal part 6 of the Fence Control See Figures B and C RED POSITIVE TERMIN
11. heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker SKU 47454 PAGE 4 UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure all the parts shown on the Parts List on page 11 are included If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTE For additional references to the parts listed below refer to the Assembly Diagram on page 11 To Mount The Fence Control On A Horizontal Or Vertical Surface 1 CAUTION Prior to mounting the Fence Control make sure its Power Switch part 5 is in the OFF position See Figure C and Assy Diagram To mount the Fence Control onto a wood surface place the Fence Control against the desired location on the wood surface Use the two mounting holes located at the top of the Main Body part 4 as a template with which to mark two holes to be drilled into the wood surface Set aside the Fence Control and drill the two holes in the wood surface Then use two wood screws not provided of appropriate diameter and length to secure the Fence Control to the wood surface See Figure A and Assy Diagram To mount the Fence Control to a metal surface place the Fence Control against the desired location on the metal surface Use the two mounting holes located at the top of the Main Body part 4 as a template with which to mark two holes to be drilled all t
12. nce PRODUCT OVERVIEW The Fence Control is designed to keep only animals confined to a specific area by emitting an electrical shock Do not use this product for any other purpose GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS 1 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND DRY Cluttered damp or wet work areas invite injuries 2 KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM WORK AREA Do not allow children to handle this product 3 STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT When not in use tools and equipment should be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust Always lock up tools and equipment and keep out of reach of children 4 DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgement or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs If there is any doubt do not attempt to use this product 5 USE EYE PROTECTION Wear ANSI approved safety impact eyeglasses when using this product ANSI approved safety impact eyeglasses are available from Harbor Freight Tools 6 INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS MUST FOLLOW OSHA REQUIREMENTS REV 08e SKU 47454 PAGE 2 STAY ALERT Watch what you are doing at all times Use common sense Do not use this product when you are tired or distracted from the job at hand CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS Before using this product carefully check that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for damaged parts and any other conditions that may affect the operation of this product
13. nce or BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of the Fence Control Check to make sure that the Danger Electric Fence Risk of Electrical Shock if Touched signs are still up and visible in areas to identify the electrified wires Check for loose cracked or broken parts loose or damaged electrical connections and any other condition that may affect the safe operation of this equipment If a problem occurs immediately turn the Power Switch part 5 to its OFF position and remove the Switch Lock 13 Have the problem corrected TO REMOVE THE BATTERY part 10 FOR RECHARGING OR REPLACEMENT To use a battery charging system other than the Solar Panel part 2 the Battery must be removed from the Fence Control CAUTION Do not use any means of charging the Battery other than the Solar Panel or a constant potential current limited charger rated at 6V DC 4 5 Amps per hour remove the Battery loosen and remove the Screw part 12 that is located at the rear of the Fence Control Open the Battery Compartment Door part 11 Pull the Battery out of the unit and disconnect the Black wire that is connected to the negative battery pole Then disconnect the Red wire that is connected to the positive battery pole Follow the battery charger manufacturer s instructions to fully charge the Battery Once the Battery is fully charged re connect the Black wire to the negative pole of the Battery
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