Fault Finding Technique
Always start close to the energiser - where the lead out wire is connected to the fence is a good place to start. This way you will always start on the energiser side of a fault. If the voltage is lower than usual and the current is higher than usual then you may have a short circuit. Follow the direction arrows towards the fault. If the Power Probe shows faults in more than one direction always follow the direction with the worst (highest) current reading. The fault direction arrows will light when the Power Probe calculates that the leakage (load) is worse than an acceptable value.

Note that, for a multiwire fence the current flow will be seen on the "feed" wire but not on the "blind" (dead-end) wires.

Take the time to "play" with the POWER PROBE. Place pretend "faults" (short the live wire to grounded metal) on your fence and "find" them. The experience will be invaluable when you come to find "real" faults. Get to know the "usual" current used by your fence and the "usual" voltages around the system. With long fences the "usual" current reading may be as high as 5 Amps. This will also depend on seasonal conditions such as grass and moisture.

Specifications and Important Notes
Specifications: Voltage: 0.2 to 9.9KV (peak) +/- 10%
Current: 1-25 Amps (peak)

• To be used for testing agricultural electric fnces only.
• The Power Probe is unable to operate correctly on very small energisers i.e. those incapable of powering more than 2 Km of electric fence. The voltage reading may be low by up to 25%
• The Power Probe may be damaged if connected to electric fences with higher than 10KV peak voltage.
• If not used for long periods disconnect the battery as the Power Probe draws 10uA (10 millionths of an Amp) even when 'off'. Do not pull the wires to disconnect the battery, lever the clip off with a key or screwdriver.
• The case is NOT waterproof, simply wipe with a clean cloth.
• Do not open the battery door or touch the battery while the Power Probe is connected to an electric fence - you may damage the unit and you may receive an electric shock!

Problems with the Power Probe
The most common cause of problems with the Power Probe is flat or poor quality batteries. If your Power Probe fails to operate, shows no readings, or shows 8.8:8.8 on the display, check the battery. If you don't have a battery tester or meter fit a new (heavy duty or alkaline) battery and see if the problem disappears.

Warranty
The Power Probe is covered by a 12 month warranty against defective parts (excuding batteries) or workmanship. Please see "For assistance" if you have any problems or contact the store of purchase or distributor.

For further assistance
If you have any operational problems, difficulties etc. call the help line on: 1800 249 642 (toll free) from within Australia only. Alternatively Phone +61 7 3888 3793 Fax +61 7 3888 4330 Email: paul@pakton.com.au

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