International Electric Co. Super 98 is an all‑weather electric fence charger that energizes a wire with high‑voltage pulses to deter livestock. Common failures on this model include degraded or broken power cords, blown capacitors (often cracked in half), and worn insulation on the output leads; the unit typically still lights up even when the output is non‑functional. For first‑check diagnostics, verify that the main power supply voltage matches the specified input range, inspect the power cord for continuity and fraying, and test the capacitor’s ESR or replace it if cracked. Finally, confirm the output pulse generator by measuring the high‑voltage pulse with a suitable probe while monitoring for error codes on any built‑in display.[oss-gpt-20b]