CONFUSED BY ELECTRIC FENCING?
ELECTRIC FENCING SEEMS COMPLICATED TO MOST PEOPLE—SO MANY DIFFERENT FENCE CHARGERS, INSULATORS & WIRES TO CHOOSE FROM.
At DARE PRODUCTS we have been making quality electric fencing products since 1946. We hope this information will help you build an effective electric fence that will accomplish your purpose.
Keep in mind that electric fencing is NOT complicated. However it must be installed correctly to work properly.
ALL ELECTRIC FENCES CONSIST OF THREE EQUALLY IMPORTANT ITEMS...
- THE FENCE (posts, wires, insulators & gates)
- THE ELECTRONICS (fence charger, insulated cable & switches)
- THE GROUND SYSTEM (ground rods, clamps & wiring)
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STEP ONE: Preparing the area
Start by preparing your area to be fenced in. Trim vegetation, remove limbs or other debris. This will prevent shorting out your electric fence netting. Keeping vegetation 4” or below is ideal.
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STEP TWO: Unroll the fence
Lay the roll of netting on to the ground and untie the cords holding it together. Grip all the posts firmly together holding it out in front of you. Gently shake the roll to unleash the pleats of netting. Proceed to unroll walking backwards (be careful), releasing the netand posts in sequence - this will make it much easier. Continue until you come to the end of the roll.
Hint: Having 2 people install the netting makes the job easier and more fun.
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STEP THREE: Find the End Connectors
The first and last posts have stainless steel connectors for hooking up your fence charger or linking two or more sections together.
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STEP FOUR: Start Installation
Begin installation by inserting the posts vertical, one at a time, pushing in with your foot. Use zip ties or cord to secure the starting post to an existing fence or out-building. When pulling each post, pull the netting firm enough to prevent sagging and keeping it straight. Do not overtighten.
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STEP FIVE: Remember
An Electric Fence is a psychological barrier and does not have to be super tight or perfect – You’re not building a piano.
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STEP SIX: Run the Fence Lines
You can make a complete loop or a single line, depending on your situation. The animals touching the netting completes the circuit. When running a single line of fencing, butt up the starting and ending post to a secure barrier, such as barn, storage shed, or existing fence.
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STEP SEVEN: Connecting Multiple Rolls
When connecting two or more rolls in a series, secure the ending post to the new starting post with zip ties or cord.
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STEP EIGHT: Securing the Fence
Use the handy tie down ropes with metal & plastic pegs at corners, ends, or dips in the ground as needed.
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STEP NINE: Connect an Energizer
Connect a low impedance fence energizer (not included) to your netting. Attach a jumper lead from the ‘Hot +’ fence terminal of the energizer to the top stainless-steel clip at the first or end post. Attach a jumper lead from the ground terminal of the energizer to a ground rod. (Fence energizer is not included. See recommended items section.)
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STEP TEN: Check the Voltage
Check the voltage of your fence with a tester designed for electric fencing. (Household voltage/ohm meters DO NOT WORK on electric fence.) Voltage should remain above 2,000 volts minimally, while 3,000 volts or more is best. Introduce your poultry and/or livestock to their newly fenced in area.
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STEP ELEVEN: Disassembling the Fence
Before moving or taking down your netting, disconnect your fence charger. As you remove the fence posts, hold the posts in front of you, similar to installation, but in reverse. Proceed down the line, keeping the netting neat between posts.
Step Twelve
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STEP TWELVE: Clean Debris From the Fence
Take a little extra time and care, and remove any debris as you take down your netting – this will pay dividends when putting up your fence the next time.
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STEP THIRTEEN: Roll Up the Fence
Once the netting is gathered, hold all the posts and gently shake the netting to smooth it out. Finish by laying the netting on the ground. Start rolling up the netting, finishing with the posts so they are on the outside. Folding neatly makes for easy installation the next time.
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STEP FOURTEEN: Storing the Fence
Store in a clean and protected environment ensuring long life so it’s ready for the next time you need it.