I just ordered this charger but I plan on using HorseGuard tape fencing... I just read a review that said the charger does not work well with tape?
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We have never used it with tape, but one thing we found that REALLY helps with the connection between the box and the fencing is good copper wire. It helps transmit a very hot shock. It might be worth a try with the tape before returning the box!
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I cannot see a reason why the conductor type (fence wire) would make any difference to the charger. But I have never used horse tape myself, I generally use barbed wire in ceramic insulators, to make it strong and durable.
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I have not checked this charger for line noise and load so I cannot recommend... Don't know how well it would work.
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Na man and mine wldnt puncture the chargers with out taking bi scrip too it there junk they are however heavy duty & seem we'll made but I wld go with a more expensive one I dunno maybe I just got a messed up one but good luck to ya
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I wondered the same thing. With our Gator, when I charged it with the old charger the light would blink the entire time I was charging in but would only hold the charge for riding a very short time. You might want to call customer service at Peg Pergo first.
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The charger did not work for me. My batteries were completely discharged and the charger must detect X amount of current before it will activate. Most modern chargers are similar. That having been said the charger must be attached to the first and last battery in the battery bank. Posative to one battery and negative to another. Look at your battery bank. you will see that the batteries are connected together positive to negative. 8 volts each x4 to get the 48 volts. Look for the battery posts that are connected to your charging plug in, and or that have wires going to your speed controller or motor. That is where you want to attach the charger. It should work fine. The charger did not work for me. My batteries were completely discharged and the charger must detect X amount of current before it will activate. Most modern chargers are similar. That having been said the charger must be attached to the first and last battery in the battery bank. Posative to one battery and negative to another. Look at your battery bank. you will see that the batteries are connected together positive to negative. 8 volts each x4 to get the 48 volts. Look for the battery posts that are connected to your charging plug in, and or that have wires going to your speed controller... » Read More The charger did not work for me. My batteries were completely discharged and the charger must detect X amount of current before it will activate. Most modern chargers are similar. That having been said the charger must be attached to the first and last battery in the battery bank. Posative to one battery and negative to another. Look at your battery bank. you will see that the batteries are connected together positive to negative. 8 volts each x4 to get the 48 volts. Look for the battery posts that are connected to your charging plug in, and or that have wires going to your speed controller or motor. That is where you want to attach the charger. It should work fine. « Show Less
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Don't know because we didn't get that far with it. The charging unit quit working within a week. The wire is very flimsy so I doubt it would stay in place without duct tape. The wire doesn't really support the weight of the unit. I know the price is good but the product isn't. We replaced it with a Stealth (looks like a blue tooth) and are much happier. Hope this helps.
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Tyler, I tried to use this charger on a Helio battery. It would not charge it. I sent it back and got a refund. I'd be cautious about using this item!!!!!
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it worked fine for me.... not sure what you can do.... maybe they forgot to give you double stick tape.... send it back... buy more double stick tape
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D. Steelman- I don't know what's going on but I'm in the same boat. I ordered this because it was supposed to be a smart charger that knew when to stop the charge. It doesn't. It seemed a cheap alternative to the fancier La Crosse. Instead I feel like I threw away the $22 I paid. (I see now it's going for $10-$11 more, and not sold directly through Amazon.com.) Anyone know the best way to get this exchanged for the advertised model?
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The fence is most likely shorted to ground somewhere. You will have to inspect the fence for the fault and simply repair it. It could be a bad insulator, or it could be as simple as a lot of tall grass and or weeds grounding the fence out over the entire span of wire. The bottom line is, the hot wire that passes through the insulators cannot touch anything but the fence charger and the insulators; if it touches so much as a wooden post it will likely short out and cause just the scenario you describe here. Good luck with it.
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Sorry to hearbthat you are having trouble. I have not observed that behavior on my charger. It has worked well for me since I installed it. I will mention as well that I have not had the boat out much since I installed the ProMariner, so I may not the best source ;-(I would also recommend contacting the manufacture.
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This thing is really a piece of junk!! I used it to protect my boat battery charger connection in FL and it came completely apart and my neighbor had to tape it togrther. I would suggest several layers of shring wrap with some tape on top rather that this item.
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With my tapes it did not work. I kept the camera only 1 day and had to pay 40% (besides post expenses) only to return the item. I don't recommend.
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My tape fit into this attachment, but then the attachment would not fit into the VHS adaptor even though I purchased them as a package on amazon. It was slightly too big. I have not been able to find an adaptor it will fit into. If you find one, let me know?!
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Hi,We used 16 gauge wire. It works fine for us. Not sure that's the proper gauge but that's what we've used on all our fence chargers.
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I would suggest bending one of the outside prongs of the charger in VERY slightly to get a better fit. I've had instances where my battery wouldn't charge. I don't know if this makes a difference or not, but plug the charger into the wall outlet first, then plug the charger into the battery second. Not the best design for a charger, in my opinion.
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Yes.. And I can hear it sparking/clicking in the fence line. My horses respect it more than any other charger I've had.