HORIZONT Ranger N270 Hesi Elektrikoen Energizatzailea Erabiltzaile Eskuliburua

1. Sarrera

The HORIZONT Ranger N270 is a powerful mains-operated electric fence energizer designed for versatile use, even on dry ground conditions. It features a robust design and advanced pulse technology to ensure effective and gentle energy delivery to your fence system. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient installation, operation, and maintenance of your Ranger N270 energizer.

The Ranger N270 is equipped with three connectors: one for ground and two for fence outputs. One fence output provides full power, while the second offers a reduced power output, suitable for smaller enclosures or sensitive animals, ensuring enhanced safety, particularly in domestic settings.

Ezaugarri nagusiak:

• Powerful 230V Operation: Ensures continuous and high output energy for your electric fence.
• Dual Fence Outputs: Provides full power and a safer, reduced power output for flexible fence management.
• Impulse Control Monitoring: An indicator illuminates if the fence power drops below a safe limit.
• 6-Maila Voltage Pantaila: Allows for easy monitoring of fence function.
• Eraikuntza iraunkorra: Made from high-quality, UV-resistant, splash-proof, torsion-resistant, shock-resistant, and oil-resistant plastic.
• Aplikazio polifazetikoa: Suitable for various animals including horses, cattle, sheep, goats, wild boars, poultry, game, wolves, and pigs.
• Eraginkortasun gama: Capable of energizing fence lengths up to 5 km (with average vegetation).

2. Produktua amaitu daview

Familiarize yourself with the components of your HORIZONT Ranger N270 energizer.

1. irudia: Labeled diagram showing the energizer's control display, ground output, robust housing, strong fence output, Impulse Control, and medium fence output.

2. irudia: Close-up of the control panel, highlighting the voltage display, Impulse Control indicator, and ground control.

3. Konfigurazioa eta instalazioa

Proper installation is crucial for the safe and effective operation of your electric fence system. Follow these steps carefully.

3.1 Energizatzailea muntatzea

1. Choose a sheltered location, protected from direct weather exposure, such as inside a shed or under an overhang.
2. Ziurtatu muntatzeko gainazala egonkorra eta segurua dela.
3. Mount the energizer vertically using appropriate screws through the designated mounting holes on the back of the unit.

3. irudia: Atzekoa view of the energizer, illustrating the mounting points and power cable entry.

3.2 Grounding the Energizer

A good ground system is essential for optimal energizer performance.

1. Install at least one galvanized ground rod (minimum 1 meter long) into moist soil, away from building foundations and other utility grounds.
2. Connect the ground terminal (black terminal, typically marked with a ground symbol) on the energizer to the ground rod using a high-quality insulated ground wire.
3. For longer fences or dry conditions, additional ground rods may be necessary.

3.3 Connecting to the Fence

The Ranger N270 offers two fence outputs.

1. Connect the main fence line to the full power output terminal (red terminal, typically marked with a lightning bolt symbol).
2. If using a secondary, smaller fence or for sensitive animals, connect it to the reduced power output terminal (second red terminal).
3. Use appropriate insulated high-voltage lead-out cable to connect the energizer to the fence lines.

4. irudia: The energizer installed on a wooden structure, demonstrating typical setup with connections to an electric fence.

5. irudia: Hurbilago bat view of the installed energizer, showing the power and fence connections.

3.4 Energia-konexioa

1. Plug the energizer's power cord into a standard 230V mains outlet.
2. Ensure the outlet is properly grounded and protected by a residual current device (RCD) for safety.

4. Funtzionamendu-argibideak

Once installed, operating the Ranger N270 is straightforward.

4.1 Piztea

After connecting all wires (ground, fence, and mains power), the energizer will automatically begin to pulse. There is no separate on/off switch.

4.2 Hesien errendimenduaren jarraipena

• 6-Maila Voltage Pantaila: Behatu liburukiatage display on the front panel. A higher number of illuminated segments indicates better fence voltage.
• Impulse Control Indicator: This indicator light will illuminate if the fence power drops below a critical threshold, signaling a potential issue such as a short circuit or heavy vegetation contact.

4.3 Segurtasun Jarraibideak

• Always disconnect the energizer from the mains power before performing any maintenance or adjustments to the fence system.
• Do not connect the energizer to more than one fence or to any other device.
• Keep children and unauthorized persons away from the electric fence.
• Post warning signs on electric fences where they are accessible to the public.

5. Mantentzea

Regular maintenance ensures the longevity and optimal performance of your energizer and fence system.

• Ikus-ikuskapena: Periodically check the energizer, fence lines, and connections for any damage, corrosion, or loose wires.
• Vegetation Control: Keep vegetation clear from the fence lines to prevent power loss and false readings on the Impulse Control.
• Ground System Check: Ensure ground rods remain firmly in the soil and connections are secure and free of corrosion.
• Garbiketa: Wipe the energizer casiniragarkiarekin gamp cloth to remove dirt and dust. Do not use abrasive cleaners or immerse the unit in water.

6. Arazoak

If your electric fence system is not performing as expected, consult the following troubleshooting guide.

Problem: No pulse or very weak pulse.

• Egiaztatu elikadura iturria: Ensure the energizer is plugged into a live 230V outlet. Test the outlet with another appliance.
• Lurreko konexioa egiaztatu: Verify that the ground wire is securely connected to the energizer and the ground rod, and that the ground rod is adequately buried in moist soil.
• Inspect Fence Lines: Look for shorts in the fence line. This could be caused by vegetation touching the wires, broken insulators, or wires touching posts or other conductive materials. Disconnect the fence wires from the energizer and check if the energizer pulses normally. If it does, the problem is in the fence line.
• Egiaztatu konexioak: Ensure all energizer terminals (ground and fence outputs) have tight and corrosion-free connections.

Problem: Impulse Control indicator is lit.

• This indicates a significant drop in fence power. Refer to the steps above for "No pulse or very weak pulse," focusing on inspecting the fence lines for shorts or heavy vegetation.

Problem: Energizer is hot.

• Excessive heat can indicate a severe short circuit on the fence line or an internal fault. Immediately disconnect the power and inspect the fence. If the problem persists after clearing any fence issues, contact customer support.

7. Zehaztapenak

8. Bermea eta Laguntza

8.1 Bermearen informazioa

The HORIZONT Ranger N270 Mains Electric Fence Energizer comes with a 3 urteko bermea erosketa-datatik aurrera. Berme honek materialen eta fabrikazioaren akatsak estaltzen ditu erabilera normalaren pean. Gorde erosketaren egiaztagiria berme-erreklamazioetarako.

Bermeak ez ditu estaltzen instalazio desegokiak, erabilera okerrak, utzikeriak, baimenik gabeko konponketek edo naturako gertaerek eragindako kalteak.

8.2 Bezeroarentzako laguntza

For technical assistance, warranty claims, or further information, please contact your authorized HORIZONT dealer or visit the official HORIZONT website. When contacting support, please have your product model number (10608) and proof of purchase readily available.