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Reclosers: Form 6 Triple-Single Microprocessor-Based Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

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Reclosers

Form 6 Triple-Single Microprocessor-Based Service Information


Yard Mount Recloser Control
Installation and Operation Instructions S280-70-15

Figure 1.
Kyle® Form 6 triple-single yard mount microprocessor-based recloser control.

Contents
Safety Information ..................................................... 2 Mounting the Control ..............................................18
Product Information .................................................. 3 Grounding the Control ............................................19
Introduction ............................................................ 3 Customer Connections for DC Power
ANSI Standards ..................................................... 3 and AC Voltage Sensing ........................................20

Quality Standards ................................................... 3 Before Placing Control and Recloser into Service .25

Acceptance and Initial Inspection .......................... 3 Using Removable Inserts .......................................31

Handling and Storage ............................................ 3 Accessories ...............................................................32

Control Power ........................................................ 3 120 VAC GFI Duplex Outlet ...................................32

Form 6-TS Recloser Control Description ............... 4 Incoming Power Receptacles ................................32

Description ............................................................. 4 Discrete Interface Board Option Accessory ...........32

Theory of Operation ............................................... 5 Cable Locking Sleeves ..........................................32

Control Front Panel ................................................ 6 BCT Terminal Block Accessory ..............................32

Control Features ....................................................12 Communication Board Accessories .......................33

Communications ....................................................15 Testing ........................................................................35


Testing an Installed Control ....................................35
Control Information .................................................16
Control Back Panel ................................................16 Remove the Control from Service ..........................35

Installation Procedure ..............................................16 Electrical Testing of NOVA-TS Reclosers ..............36

Initial Programming Prior to Installation .................16 Return the Control to Service ................................37

Control / Recloser Compatibility .............................16 Additional Information ..............................................38


Replacement Kits ...................................................38
Duty Cycle Monitor .................................................16
Control Cable .........................................................17 Factory-Authorized Service Centers ......................38
Factory Testing and Troubleshooting Classes .......38
Junction Box and Cables .......................................17
Reclose Times ........................................................17

November 2004 • New Issue 1


Printed in USA
Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

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SAFETY FOR LIFE FOR LIFE

Cooper Power Systems products meet or exceed all applicable industry standards relating to product safety. We actively
promote safe practices in the use and maintenance of our products through our service literature, instructional training
programs, and the continuous efforts of all Cooper Power Systems employees involved in product design, manufacture,
marketing, and service.
We strongly urge that you always follow all locally approved safety procedures and safety instructions when working
around high voltage lines and equipment and support our “Safety For Life” mission.

SAFETY INFORMATION
The instructions in this manual are not intended as a sub- Safety Instructions
stitute for proper training or adequate experience in the
safe operation of the equipment described. Only compe- Following are general caution and warning statements
tent technicians who are familiar with this equipment that apply to this equipment. Additional statements, relat-
should install, operate, and service it. ed to specific tasks and procedures, are located through-
out the manual.
A competent technician has these qualifications:
• Is thoroughly familiar with these instructions.
DANGER: Hazardous voltage. Contact with
• Is trained in industry-accepted high- and low-voltage ! hazardous voltage will cause death or severe
safe operating practices and procedures. personal injury. Follow all locally approved safety pro-
• Is trained and authorized to energize, de-energize, cedures when working around high- and low-voltage
clear, and ground power distribution equipment. lines and equipment. G103.3

• Is trained in the care and use of protective equipment


such as flash clothing, safety glasses, face shield,
hard hat, rubber gloves, hotstick, etc. WARNING: Before installing, operating, main-
Following is important safety information. For safe instal-
! taining, or testing this equipment, carefully read
and understand the contents of this manual. Improper
lation and operation of this equipment, be sure to read
operation, handling, or maintenance can result in
and understand all cautions and warnings.
death, severe personal injury, and equipment damage.
G101.0

Hazard Statement Definitions


This manual may contain four types of hazard WARNING: This equipment is not intended to
statements: ! protect human life. Follow all locally approved
procedures and safety practices when installing or
DANGER: Indicates an imminently haz- operating this equipment. Failure to comply can result
! ardous situation which, if not avoided, will in death, severe personal injury, and equipment dam-
result in death or serious injury. age. G102.1

WARNING: Indicates a potentially haz-


! ardous situation which, if not avoided, could
WARNING: Power distribution equipment must
result in death or serious injury. ! be properly selected for the intended application.
It must be installed and serviced by competent person-
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous nel who have been trained and understand proper
! situation which, if not avoided, may result in safety procedures. These instructions are written for
minor or moderate injury. such personnel and are not a substitute for adequate
training and experience in safety procedures. Failure to
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situ- properly select, install, or maintain power distribution
ation which, if not avoided, may result in equip- equipment can result in death, severe personal injury,
ment damage only. and equipment damage. G122.2

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PRODUCT INFORMATION
Introduction Handling and Storage
Service Information S280-70-15 provides installation and Be careful during handling and storage of the control to
operation instructions for the Kyle® Form 6 Triple-Single minimize the possibility of damage. If the control is to be
yard mount recloser control. stored for any length of time prior to installation, provide
a clean, dry storage area. If storage is in a humid atmos-
Refer to Service Information S280-70-9 Form 6-TS
phere, make provisions to keep the control circuitry
Control Programming Guide for additional information.
energized.
The Form 6 Triple-Single (TS) control is designed for use
with three Kyle® NOVA-TS Triple-Single reclosers. Refer Control Power
to Service Information S280-42-2 NOVA-TS Recloser
Installation and Operation Instructions. All operating power is obtained from the substation bat-
tery bank. There are two power supply options available
Read This Manual First for the Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control. Examine
the voltage decal on the back of the recloser control to
Read and understand the contents of this manual and fol- verify the correct voltage rating.
low all locally approved procedures and safety practices
before installing or operating this equipment. The following power supply option is available and con-
figured at the factory:
Additional Information • 40 VDC –140 VDC
These instructions cannot cover all details or variations in Burden 14 Watts
the equipment, procedures, or process described, nor Note: The 40 VDC – 140 VDC power supply is a universal
provide directions for meeting every possible contingency power supply adaptable for either 48 VDC or 125 VDC
during installation, operation, or maintenance. When addi- substation batteries.
tional information is desired to satisfy a problem not cov-
ered sufficiently for the user's purpose, contact your A 120/240 VAC thermostatically controlled heater for
Cooper Power Systems sales representative. humidity control is included as standard.
Refer to the Customer Connections for DC Power and
ANSI Standards AC Voltage Sensing section of this manual for incoming
power wiring illustrations for the Form 6-TS yard mount
Kyle reclosers are designed and tested in accordance
recloser control.
with the following ANSI standards: C37.60 and C37.85
and ANSI Guide C37.61.

Quality Standards
ISO 9001:2000-Certified Quality Management System

Acceptance and Initial Inspection


Each Form 6-TS recloser control is completely assem-
bled, tested, and inspected at the factory. It is carefully
calibrated, adjusted and in good condition when accept-
ed by the carrier for shipment.
Upon receipt, inspect the carton for signs of damage.
Unpack the control and inspect it thoroughly for damage
incurred during shipment. If damage is discovered, file a
claim with the carrier immediately.

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

FORM 6-TS RECLOSER CONTROL DESCRIPTION


Description Metering functions include demand and instantaneous
current on a per-phase basis, instantaneous voltage and
The Kyle® Form 6 Triple-Single control is designed for use power factor on a per-phase basis, and power (real, reac-
with three Kyle® NOVA-TS Triple-Single reclosers to pro- tive, apparent).
vide protection, metering, and automation of distribution
feeders in substation and line applications. The front panel LCD display is used to configure the
operating settings for the control. It is also used to display
The Form 6-TS control operates three single-phase metering, counter information, control parameters, reset
NOVA-TS reclosers representing phases A, B, and C. alarms, and provide diagnostic information.
Note: Phase A, B, and C sequence positions are independent Control parameters can also be programmed via a per-
of each other.
sonal computer connected to the control through the front
The Form 6-TS control uses three modes of operation. All panel RS-232 port. Control programming, interrogation,
modes are configured through the ProViewTM user inter- and operations are performed with Form 6 ProViewTM
face software or the front panel MMI. interface software on a personal computer.
Three-phase trip, Three-phase lockout (ganged) The ProViewTM interface program software includes addi-
Single-phase trip, Three-phase lockout tional functions used to create and graphically display
Single-phase trip, Single-phase lockout Time Current Curves and provide the Idea WorkbenchTM
for configuring user-selected inputs and outputs, config-
The Kyle® Form 6-TS yard mount microprocessor-based urable event and alarm data, and selectable communica-
recloser control includes extensive system protection tion points for serial communication.
functionality, including phase, ground, and negative
sequence overcurrent protection, over/underfrequency, The control operates on 50 and 60 Hz systems.
and voltage protection, directionality, sensitive ground The control can be configured, by the factory or by the
fault, and sync check. user, for a wide variety of applications. If user require-
Analysis tools include data profiler, fault locating, event ments change, the control functions can be modified to
recording, TCC EditorTM II, Idea WorkbenchTM, and oscil- meet the new requirements.
lography functions, including oscillography replay.

FORM 6 TRIPLE-SINGLE YARD MOUNT CONTROL CONTROL POWER CONNECTIONS DC VOLTAGE


NOVA
TRIPLE/SINGLE 26 PIN
RECLOSERS CONNECTOR
DC/DC TB7
AØ CONVERTER TERMINAL 120/VAC
DC/DC BLOCK OUTLET
ACTUATOR JUNCTION CONVERTER RS-232
BOX DUPLEX
IRIG-B COMMUNICATIONS
SWITCHES ACCESSORY
BOARD ACCESSORY
CT RIF •RS-485
•FIBER-OPTIC AC VOLTAGE
INTERCON- CPU •ETHERNET HEATER
BØ NECTION
OPTICAL
BOARD 3 inputs
ACTUATOR ISOLATION USER
CONNECTIONS
SWITCHES 5 outputs

CT
MATCHING I/O 8 inputs
TRANSFORMERS USER
CONNECTIONS
CØ AND SIGNAL
8 outputs
CONDITIONING
ACTUATOR TB8
FRONT TERMINAL
SWITCHES ANALOG INPUT PANEL BLOCK
CT RS-232 SENSING
(PROVIEW VOLTAGE
POWER INPUTS
PROTOCOL CONNECTIONS
ONLY) 120/240 VAC

Figure 2.
Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control operational flow diagram.
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Theory of Operation Phase Operation


A functional block diagram of the Form 6-TS yard mount In Three-Phase Trip, Three-Phase Lockout (ganged)
control is shown in Figure 2. Current sensing is provided mode, all three phases simultaneously trip and close.
by three current transformers located in the recloser and In Single-Phase Trip, Three-Phase Lockout and Single-
interfaced to the Form 6-TS control via control wiring. Phase Trip, Single-Phase Lockout modes, each phase
This wiring also supplies Trip, Close, and Recloser sta- operates independently with protection parameters the
tus, and connects to the Recloser Interface (RIF) module same for all three phases.
to provide isolation for reliable operation. Voltages for
metering are connected to the analog input module. In Single-Phase Trip, Three-Phase Lockout mode, all
three phases trip to lockout when one phase sequences
Line current flowing through the recloser is converted by to lockout.
the CPU module to a digital signal suitable for metering
and fault current calculations. Data sampling occurs at a In Single-Phase Trip, Single-Phase Lockout mode, each
rate of 64 times per cycle. The CPU contains a data phase independently sequences to lockout.
acquisition section that uses the acquired samples to
compute the fundamental currents and voltage for use in Ground Operation
overcurrent, under/overvoltage, and under/overfrequen- In Three-Phase Trip, Three-Phase Lockout (ganged)
cy protection, as well as currents and voltages for meter- mode, all three phases trip and close.
ing functions. The current for overcurrent protection is
In Single-Phase Trip, Three-Phase Lockout and Single-
calculated on a sub-cycle basis; it includes only the fun-
Phase Trip, Single-Phase Lockout modes, ground trip-
damental and DC component.
ping is active when all three phases are closed. Ground
When the phase or ground current exceeds its pro- trip is disabled during the reclose interval of any one
grammed minimum-trip value and associated time-current- phase.
curve (TCC) timing, the control initiates the programmed
For faults above the ground minimum trip value, and
sequence of recloser tripping and reclosing operations via
below the phase minimum trip value, all three phases trip
the CPU and RIF modules. If the fault is temporary, the
on ground and advance to the next sequence position.
control resets to the start of its operating sequence after a
preset time delay. If the fault is permanent, the control per- For faults above the phase and ground minimum trip
forms its complete programmed sequence of reclose com- value, the control trips on the phase(s) above phase min-
mands and locks out with the recloser open. Once locked imum trip, operating on the phase or ground TCC,
out, the control must be closed via the operator panel or whichever is faster. Only tripped phases advance in
SCADA communications. This resets the control to the sequence and are counted as phase operations.
start of the operating sequence.
Phase/Ground Sequencing
The following chain of events occurs for an operating
sequence of two trips to lockout (one trip on TCC1, one Phase and ground share the same sequence position. As
trip on TCC2): the position sequence advances, the phase and ground
TCCs advance together to maintain proper coordination
1. The overcurrent signal is integrated with time on the with upline and downline devices. This is applicable for
selected curve for the first trip operation (TCC1) to temporary and permanent faults including faults on mul-
produce the signal which energizes the trip circuit. tiple phases.
2. Energizing the trip circuit connects the supply to the
trip solenoid to open the recloser.
3. Upon opening, the control starts timing on the first
reclosing interval-delay time.
4. Upon expiration of this reclosing interval-delay, a
closing signal is issued from the control, closing the
recloser, and selecting the time-current characteris-
tics for the second trip operation (TCC2).
5. If current remains above the minimum-trip level, the
recloser will trip on TCC2 and lockout the recloser.

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Control Front Panel Front Panel Text Messaging


The Form 6 control front panel is illustrated in Figure 3. The LCD messages are accessed from the front panel by
following the Text Messages menu path. This menu dis-
The front panel is separated into two clearly identified, plays any active user-configured text messages.
color-coded sections:
Up to fourteen user-configurable text messages can be
• The top portion of the front panel is used for program- programmed via the Idea Workbench. Refer to Service
ming the control and providing LED status indication. Information S280-70-9 Form 6-TS Control Programming
• The lower portion of the front operating panel is used Guide for information on programming the text messages.
for operating the control and recloser. These text messages appear on the front panel LCD
The control includes a Power Save feature that will turn and can be programmed to appear for alarm or other
off the backlit LCD display and all LEDs (except Hot Line conditions.
Tag) if no front panel keypad is pressed within ten min- Text messages displayed on the front panel are limited to
utes. Pressing the LAMP TEST key will re-activate the four lines of 20 characters each (including spaces). Text
display and LEDs. messages can also be accessed by pressing the LAMP
Note: The Power Save feature is a ProView interface soft- TEST one-touch analysis key on the front panel.
ware default setting. This feature can be disabled via
the ProView interface software. The default text message displays the mode of the triple-
single configuration and the status of each phase.
The control includes a Reset Menu feature that will cause
the LCD display to revert to the Recloser Status menu
after ten minutes of inactivity.
Note: The ten minute timer and Recloser Status menu is a
ProView interface software default setting. The menu
selection and timer can be changed via the ProView
interface software.

CONTROL OK A PHASE FAULT ALARM A PHASE VOLTAGE INDICATOR 4


CONTROL POWER B PHASE FAULT ABOVE MIN TRIP B PHASE VOLTAGE INDICATOR 5
LED Indicators CONTROL LOCKOUT C PHASE FAULT INDICATOR 1 C PHASE VOLTAGE INDICATOR 6
RECLOSER OPEN GROUND FAULT INDICATOR 2 FREQUENCY TRIP INDICATOR 7
RECLOSER CLOSED SENSITIVE GND INDICATOR 3 VOLTAGE TRIP INDICATOR 8
LCD Display
LCD Menu Function Keys
METERING SETTINGS

RESET OPER
TARGETS COUNTER

One-Touch F1 F2 F3 F4 One-Touch
Analysis Keys EVENTS ALARMS Analysis Keys

LAMP TEST
MENU + CHANGE

Cursor Movement Arrows


LCD Display
ENTER — LCD Display
Dedicated
RS-232 DATA PORT
Function Keys
Dedicated
Function Keys KYLE F6 Recloser Control ON
GND TRIP NON SUPERVISORY
BLOCKED RECLOSING OFF
RS-232
TRIP CLOSE Configuration
A PHASE B PHASE C PHASE
HOT LINE TAG SELECT SELECT SELECT
Data Port
OPTION #1 OPTION #2 OPTION #3 One-Touch
Function Keys
(LOCKOUT)

Hot Line Tag Toggle Switch and


TRIP (LOCKOUT)
CLOSE Pushbutton Three-Segment LED Indication
Pushbutton
(Hardwire Connected)

Figure 3.
Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control front panel.

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Programming Panel CHANGE: Allows the user to change the state of the con-
trol functions on the operator panel function keys.
The Programming panel has the following sections:
Note: The CHANGE mode is a ten second period in which one
One-Touch Analysis Keys function setting can be changed. If no change is made
There are eight analysis keys (Figure 4) that allow one- in that time, the control returns to the current setting.
button access to a variety of control and monitoring func- LCD Display
tions that appear in the LCD display.
The LCD Display is a backlit 4-line, 20-character display
Note: The label inserts can be customized, but the analysis that provides extensive distribution system, recloser, and
key functions remain the same. control status information via the navigation keypads
Pressing these buttons causes the following information (Figure 4).
to display or function to occur: Note: The LCD display panel contrast is field-adjustable to allow
METERING: Displays the systems instantaneous meter- for various mounting heights and applications. Press the
ing values for current and voltage on the LCD display. MENU key and then press the (+) or (–) key to increase
or decrease the contrast.
RESET TARGETS: Resets the fault target indicators on
The four LCD navigation buttons are as follows:
the operator panel.
MENU: Identifies the LCD Display menu options.
EVENTS: Displays the last 25 events from the Sequence
of Events log. ENTER: Selects a menu option.
LAMP TEST: This button functions two ways: +: Increases value selection.
• Press and immediately release this button to display –: Decreases value selection.
the front panel LED status. The four LCD menu function keys activate specific menu
• Press and hold the LAMP TEST button for two sec- commands. When a command appears in the LCD dis-
onds to enable the actual LAMP TEST feature. All play directly above one of the four LCD menu function
operator panel LEDs are illuminated for verification of keys, the user can press the key to accept/select the
proper connection and operating status of all indica- command.
tor lights. All status indicators will then return to their The four LCD menu function keys are as follows:
previous state. While in the LAMP TEST mode, the
control response to operator panel keys is disabled, F1 F2 F3 F4
except for the TRIP (LOCKOUT), CLOSE, and HOT The four cursor movement arrows allow movement in the
LINE TAG switches. following directions:
SETTINGS: Displays recloser settings on the LCD display.  Moves the cursor left.
OPER COUNTER: Displays the total number of trip oper-  Moves the cursor right.
ations and target counters for each A, B, and C Phase;
Ground, and Sensitive Ground on the LCD display.  Moves the cursor up one line.
ALARMS: Provides status information on the LCD dis-  Moves the cursor down one line.
play for all recloser alarms.

METERING SETTINGS

RESET OPER
TARGETS COUNTER

F1 F2 F3 F4

EVENTS ALARMS

LAMP TEST
MENU + CHANGE

ENTER —
Figure 4.
Analysis keys, LCD display, LCD menu function keys, and cursor movement arrows.

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Status Indicator LEDs RECLOSER CLOSED: The steady red LED indicates all
The status indicator LEDs (Figure 5) in the Programming three reclosers are in the closed position. The blinking
section of the Operator Panel give instant information on red LED indicates one or two reclosers are in the closed
the control and recloser status: position.
Note: There are several conditions that will cause the alter-
All of the default status indicators LEDs (except for CON- nate blinking of the CONTROL LOCKOUT, RECLOSER
TROL OK, CONTROL POWER, and ALARM) can be OPEN, and RECLOSER CLOSED LEDs: Failure to
reconfigured via the Idea Workbench. Refer to Service Trip, Failure to Close, Interrupter Malfunction, and
Information S280-70-9 Form 6 -TS Control Programming 52a/b Disagreement.
Guide for additional information.
The LED blinking pattern for these conditions is the
The label inserts can be user-customized. Refer to Using CONTROL LOCKOUT green LED and RECLOSER
Removable Inserts section of this manual for additional CLOSED red LED alternating with the RECLOSER
information. OPEN green LED. The red ALARM LED will also be
illuminated.
CONTROL OK: The green LED indicates the control is
This LED blinking pattern is different than the continu-
operating normally and not in an alarm state.
ous blinking of all three LEDs that occurs when all three
The CONTROL OK LED will not be illuminated during reclosers do not have the same status, i.e. OPEN or
these alarms (indicated by the red ALARM LED and dis- CLOSED. To determine the actual status of each
played in the alarm status log): recloser (phase), refer to the Form 6-TS control front
panel MMI RECLOSER STATUS menu display.
• Memory Test: This alarm indicates a failed ROM or
RAM memory test. A PHASE FAULT, B PHASE FAULT, C PHASE FAULT:
The red LEDs indicate A, B, and/or C phase current was
• No AC Power: This alarm indicates AC power was either the maximum phase current or within 80% of the
unavailable for 10 continuous seconds. This alarm maximum when a trip signal was issued.
resets when AC power is restored.
GROUND FAULT, SENSITIVE GROUND FAULT: The red
• Internal Power Failure: This alarm indicates internal LEDs indicate that a Ground and/or Sensitive Earth Fault
control operation power was outside of its operating tripping function was asserted at the time the trip signal
tolerance for more than 20 seconds. This alarm was asserted.
resets when the internal control operation power
returns to operation within its normal tolerances. ALARM: The red LED indicates an alarm has been
issued. Review the alarm status and log on the LCD dis-
CONTROL POWER: The green LED indicates there is play for the specific alarm.
adequate charge (voltage) on the trip circuit capacitor to
Note: If a Battery Alarm occurs, de-select the Pole Mounted
trip or close the recloser. This LED does not indicate the
Control checkbox in the ProView application software
presence of AC power. Configure>System Configuration dialog box. Refer to
CONTROL LOCKOUT: The steady green LED indicates S280-70-9 Form 6-TS Control Programming Guide for
the control for all three reclosers is in a locked out state, additional information.
i.e. a reclosing sequence is not in progress on any reclos- ABOVE MINIMUM TRIP: The red LED indicates the cur-
er. The blinking green LED may indicate that the control rent exceeds the level set for minimum trip.
for one or two reclosers is in a locked-out state, i.e. a
reclosing sequence is not in progress on those one or A PHASE VOLTAGE, B PHASE VOLTAGE, C PHASE
two reclosers. This LED (blinking or steady) does not VOLTAGE: Indicates a presence of voltage on the
indicate that any recloser is open. respective phases. The Single-Phase Undervoltage
Pickup setting controls the voltage indication for the front
RECLOSER OPEN: The steady green LED indicates all panel LEDs as defined in the Voltage setting dialog box
three reclosers are in the open position. The blinking for the active setting profile. Refer to Settings - Voltage
green LED indicates one or two reclosers are in the open in Schemes section of S280-70-9 Form 6-TS Control
position. Programming Guide.
FREQUENCY TRIP: Indicates the recloser tripped due to
a frequency trip.
VOLTAGE TRIP: Indicates the recloser tripped due to a
voltage trip.

CONTROL OK A PHASE FAULT ALARM A PHASE VOLTAGE INDICATOR 4


CONTROL POWER B PHASE FAULT ABOVE MIN TRIP B PHASE VOLTAGE INDICATOR 5
CONTROL LOCKOUT C PHASE FAULT INDICATOR 1 C PHASE VOLTAGE INDICATOR 6
RECLOSER OPEN GROUND FAULT INDICATOR 2 FREQUENCY TRIP INDICATOR 7
RECLOSER CLOSED SENSITIVE GND INDICATOR 3 VOLTAGE TRIP INDICATOR 8

Figure 5.
Status indicator LEDs.

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INDICATOR 1, INDICATOR 2, INDICATOR 3, INDICA- To activate the function from the operator panel, flip tog-
TOR 4, INDICATOR 5, INDICATOR 6, INDICATOR 7, gle switch up to the ON position. See Figure 6. The LED
INDICATOR 8: Customizable LEDs that are used with indicator illuminates when the function is active.
functions programmed through the Idea WorkbenchTM.
The Hot Line Tag function may only be reset by the source
The LED indicators do not have active default values.
which initiates it. For example, if Hot Line Tag is activated
The LEDs are illuminated when the status configured via
at the operator panel, the reset function is only possible at
the Idea WorkbenchTM is present.
the operator panel, and not via SCADA command.
Operating Panel
IMPORTANT: If the power save feature is enabled
The Operating section includes the following sections: (default), and more than ten minutes elapses since the
RS-232 Configuration Data Port last panel operation, all the LEDs, except HOT LINE
TAG (if active), will turn off.
The RS-232 connector (shown in Figure 3) on the front
operating panel allows direct connection to a personal
computer without any special cables or connectors. This TRIP (Lockout) Pushbutton
port is used only for configuring the control with ProView The TRIP pushbutton (Figure 6) provides front-panel
application software. All settings, metering, events, and access to trip (lockout) the recloser. When pressed, the
oscillography data are available from this port. The port is TRIP pushbutton opens the recloser and locks out the
Data Communication Equipment (DCE) wired for direct control. The TRIP pushbutton operates independent of
connection to a personal computer. the microprocessor.
A 9-pin RS-232 cable (Catalog Number KME5-66) to Note: In the event of main microprocessor failure, the
connect from the PC to the RS-232 data port is available trip circuit can operate independent of the main
as an accessory. microprocessor.
HOT LINE TAG ON/OFF Toggle Switch and LED CLOSE Pushbutton
Indicator When pressed, the CLOSE pushbutton (Figure 6) returns
the control to the initial or home sequence position, clos-
WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Do not use Hot ing the recloser. The control is ready for the start of a new
! Line Tag as a substitute for a visible disconnect. trip/close sequence.
Always establish a visible disconnect prior to perform- Note: Pressing the CLOSE pushbutton from the Lockout posi-
ing any work requiring a de-energized line. Failure to tion initiates Cold Load Pickup (CLPU) protection, if the
comply may cause death, severe personal injury, or feature is enabled.
equipment damage. T276.0
The user does have the ability to block COLD LOAD
PICKUP through the LCD menu or by configuring one
Hot Line Tag is provided for live-line work applications. All of the Option one-touch function keys via the Idea
closing operations are disabled when the Hot Line Tag Workbench feature in ProView.
feature is activated. While active, the control may also If the recloser is closed, pushing and holding the
utilize an independent, user-selectable time-current CLOSE pushbutton does not activate the Cold Load
curve for trip operations. Pickup feature. See Cold Load Pickup in the Control
Features section of this manual.
IMPORTANT: Hot Line Tag activation does not
cause the recloser to trip open. It only prevents the
recloser from closing.
KYLE F6 Recloser Control ON
IMPORTANT: Hot Line Tag is intended solely for live-
line work applications, such as maintenance, repairs or TRIP CLOSE
improvements to the distribution system, that occur OFF
while the line remains energized. HOT LINE TAG

Hot Line Tag prevents all closing attempts from the con- (LOCKOUT)
trol and shifts protection to one trip-to-lockout on the
composite curve of the Hot Line Tag definite time and the
TCC1 curve (whichever is faster). Hot Line Tag takes Figure 6.
precedence over Cold Load Pickup, Non-Reclosing, and TRIP (Lockout) pushbutton; CLOSE pushbutton; Hot
Fast Trips Disabled. Line Tag switch and Hot Line Tag red indicator LEDs.
Hot Line Tag is activated from either the operator panel
toggle switch, serial communications, or a discrete
SCADA function. All sources must be off to de-activate
Hot Line Tag.

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

One-Touch Function Keys SUPERVISORY OFF


Quick access to frequently operated Form 6-TS control When the SUPERVISORY OFF red indicator is illuminat-
features is provided with nine function key pushbuttons ed, supervisory commands are blocked. Supervisory
on the control operator panel. functions through the back panel serial communication
The Form 6 control operator panel one-touch function ports and the discrete I/O are blocked. Serial communi-
keys are illustrated in Figure 7. cations through the front panel RS-232 port remain active
independent of the status of the SUPERVISORY OFF
switch. Activation of this function key is restricted to the
GND TRIP NON SUPERVISORY
operator panel and is accomplished by pressing the
BLOCKED RECLOSING OFF CHANGE key and then pressing the SUPERVISORY
OFF key. Operational data and metering information are
A PHASE B PHASE C PHASE available while the control is in the SUPERVISORY OFF
SELECT SELECT SELECT position. The TRIP and CLOSE pushbuttons and Hot
Line Tag are active independent of the SUPERVISORY
OPTION #1 OPTION #2 OPTION #3 OFF function.
A PHASE SELECT, B PHASE SELECT, C PHASE
SELECT
Figure 7.
Operator panel function keys. The Form 6 Triple-Single control has phase selection
keys for the user to indicate only which phase of the
NOVA-TS Triple-Single recloser will operate when the
Red LEDs located on each function key indicate the sta- manual TRIP (LOCKOUT) and CLOSE pushbuttons on
tus of the function, regardless of local or remote activa- the Form 6-TS operator panel are pressed. When the
tion. For example, if Ground Trip Blocked is activated TRIP or CLOSE buttons are pressed, only the phases
from a SCADA signal, the red indicator will illuminate that are selected (LED on) will trip or close.
even though it was not activated from the operator panel.
Manual operation of the yellow handles on the NOVA-TS
Operator panel function key activation or de-activa- triple-single recloser is used to open and lockout the
tion requires the operator to first press the CHANGE key phases, and to disable the electrical and supervisory
to enter the CHANGE mode. A function must then be closing. The recloser mode of operation determines
selected or de-selected within ten seconds to activate or which phases open and close. The Form 6 Triple-Single
de-activate the function. Once selected, the control control initiates the close signal.
returns to normal operation until prompted for another
change request. This prevents accidental changing of WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Do not rely on
functions or features. ! the open position of the yellow operating handle;
Note: Only one function can be changed per each CHANGE it does not ensure that the line has been de-energized.
mode activation. Always establish a visible disconnect. Failure to follow
GND TRIP BLOCKED proper safety practices can result in contact with high
voltage, which will cause death or severe personal
The Ground Trip Blocked function blocks all ground sens- injury. G116.0
ing in the control for the active profile. This red indicator
is illuminated when Ground Trip Block is activated from
the serial port, I/O, the interface software, or locally (via IMPORTANT: Pushing the yellow operating handle
the front panel) causing the control to block all ground to the CLOSE position will not close the recloser. All
sensing. close operations are initiated by the Form 6 Triple-
Single control.
NON RECLOSING
The control is operating in a non-reclosing mode when
the NON RECLOSING red indicator is illuminated. Non-
reclosing mode disables any automatic reclosing opera-
tions. Non-reclosing does not alter the active TCC.
Activation is possible from the SCADA port, I/O, the inter-
face software, or locally (via the front panel).

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Three-Phase Trip – Three-Phase Lockout (ganged) OPTION #1, OPTION #2, AND OPTION #3
or The OPTION #1, OPTION #2, and OPTION #3 function
Single-Phase Trip – Three-Phase Lockout keys must be programmed via the ProViewTM Idea
WorkbenchTM software.
If the control is in Three-Phase Trip – Three-Phase
The OPTION LEDs are illuminated when the options con-
Lockout (ganged) mode or Single-Phase Trip – Three-
figured via the Idea Workbench are selected. Refer to
Phase Lockout mode, all three phases are permanently
Service Information S280-70-9 Form 6-TS Control
selected and the A PHASE SELECT, B PHASE SELECT,
Programming Guide for additional information.
and C PHASE SELECT LEDs are illuminated.
These OPTION keys provide a momentary signal. For
When one phase is opened with the yellow operating
instance, these keys can be programmed to toggle con-
handle, all three phases open and lockout. The
trol status, protective functions, or a momentary input
RECLOSER OPEN and CONTROL LOCKOUT indicator
pulse.
LEDs illuminate on the control panel.
The OPTION #1, OPTION #2, and OPTION #3 function
With the yellow operating handle of the appropriate
keys are intentionally not defaulted to any function. The
phase in the CLOSE position, press the CLOSE push-
functions are assigned to each OPTION key via the Idea
button on the control operator panel. All three phases
WorkbenchTM application.
close and the RECLOSER CLOSED LED illuminates.
Single-Phase Trip – Single-Phase Lockout
When in Single-Phase Trip – Single-Phase Lockout
mode any combination of phases can be selected and
the respective PHASE SELECT LED illuminates. Each
selected phase must be closed individually.
When the selected phase is opened with the yellow oper-
ating handle, only that phase opens and locks out. The
RECLOSER OPEN, RECLOSER CLOSED, and CON-
TROL LOCKOUT indicator LEDs blink on the control
panel.
The default text message on the LCD displays the mode
of the triple-single configuration and the status of each
phase.
With the yellow operating handle of the selected phase in
the CLOSE position, press the CLOSE pushbutton on the
control panel. The phase closes and the RECLOSER
CLOSED LED illuminates.

IMPORTANT: If the power save feature is enabled


(default), and more than ten minutes elapses since the
last panel operation, all the LEDs, except HOT LINE
TAG (if active), will turn off.
Verify the phase or phases you want activated are
selected prior to pressing the TRIP or CLOSE button.

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Control Features Sequence Coordination


The Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control offers numer- Sequence Coordination eliminates nuisance tripping
ous standard features and accessories that allow the through trip coordination. It allows the control to step
user the utmost flexibility applying the recloser control. through selected operations in the operating sequence
without tripping. The number of Sequence Coordination
Control Security advances is programmable from one to three operations
The Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control has multiple to provide trip coordination with a downline recloser. This
customer-programmable security codes to limit control feature is independently selectable for each protection
programming and viewing function access to authorized profile.
personnel. The front panel Man-Machine Interface (MMI) Cold Load Pickup
includes a user-selected security code to access the set-
tings. Plus, the ProViewTM interface software has it’s own The control includes a Cold Load Pickup feature to pre-
security levels for multiple-user access. vent the control from tripping while energizing non-fault
system loads. This feature has independently program-
Refer to Service Information S280-70-9 Form 6-TS mable minimum trip value time-current curve, reclose
Control Programming Guide for additional information. interval, and number of independent operations to lock-
Protection Profiles out for each protection profile. Cold Load Pickup also
includes TCC Multipliers, TCC Adders, Minimum
Four protection profiles capable of fully specifying control Response Time, Time Dial Reset, and High Current
operation are standard in the control. Each protection Lockout. Also, direct values, not multiples of minimum
profile includes the following as a minimum: trip, are provided for high current lockout.
• Overcurrent Protection
Fast Trips Disabled
• Over/Undervoltage Protection
The control includes a Fast Trips Disabled feature to
• Over/Underfrequency Protection modify protection, so that all trip operations use the pro-
• Directional Protection grammed TCC2. This feature is independently selectable
for each protection profile. All trip operations will time on
• Hot Line Tag Functionality TCC2. Typically, TCC1 is fast and TCC2 is delayed. So,
• Sync Check as an example, the control will change it’s sequence from
2 fast and 2 delayed operations to 2 operations on TCC2
• Sensitive Earth Fault Protection when Fast Trips Disabled is active.
• Sequence Coordination
High Current Lockout
• Operation Settings
The High Current Lockout feature will automatically lock-
Time Current Curves out the control on the selected operation when current
exceeds a programmable level. The active trip numbers
Time-current curves are available for numerous functions, for the lockout is selectable for phase, ground, and neg-
including fast and delayed operations for phase, ground, ative sequence. This feature is independently selectable
and negative sequence protection. Each time-current is for each protection profile.
selected from a defined fifty curves which can be further
customized by the user. The time-current curves are also Sensitive Ground/Earth Fault
selected from a graphical TCC EditorTM II to visualize any Operation
modifications prior to configuring the control.
The control has a Sensitive Ground/Earth Fault Trip fea-
The time-current curves include the following modifications ture that provides tripping of the recloser after a pro-
for phase, ground, and negative sequence protection: grammable, definite time for ground currents below nor-
• Time Multiplier with a range of 0.1 to 25 in .1 increments. mal ground minimum trip levels. The feature has pro-
grammable operations to lockout and reclose intervals
• Time Adder with a range of 0 to 30 seconds in .01 independent of the ground settings. This feature is inde-
second increments. pendently selectable for each protection profile.
• Minimum Response Time with a range of 0.01 to 1
seconds in .001 second increments. Thermostatically Controlled Heater
• High Current Trip multiplier with a range of 1 to 32 The control includes a standard 15 (120 VAC) / 30 (240
multipliers in increments of 0.1. VAC) Watt thermostatically controlled heater (ON 70°F,
OFF 85°F) powered from 120 or 240 VAC input power.
• High Current Trip Time Delay with a range of 0.01 to The heater is used for humidity control.
.150 second in .001 second increments.
• Time Dial Reset co-efficient with a range of .1 to 30
seconds in 1 second increments.

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Metering The control also provides a minimum of three config-


urable input control contacts. Each control contact is con-
The control provides instantaneous and/or demand figurable using ProView application software. Contacts
metering with programmable integration intervals for the accept a whetting voltage range of 9 VDC - 290 VDC, 7
following functions: VAC - 265 VAC based upon the option selected at time of
• Real and reactive power for each phase and total, order. Each digital input is configured for either a momen-
including directional, on an individual phase basis. tary, maintained, or maintained with precedence contact.
Default input control contacts are Supervisory Trip and
• Demand currents on a per phase basis.
Lockout, Supervisory Close, and Remote Trip and
• Instantaneous currents, including ground current. Lockout.
• Instantaneous voltage on a per phase basis. A Discrete Interface Board is also available as an acces-
• Instantaneous frequency. sory to provide an additional eight output status contacts
and eight input control contacts. The expansion I/O board
• Positive, negative, and zero sequence voltages. is completely user-configurable.
• Instantaneous power factor on a per phase basis.
TCC EditorTM II
• Metering settings to include demand interval, and
Coordination and actual time current modifications are
alarm thresholds for current, single-phase kW, three-
available with a graphic interactive TCC EditorTM or simi-
phase kW, single-phase kVAr, and three-phase kVAr.
lar graphical software.
Event Recorder The TCC EditorTM II includes a complete database of
The Form 6 control contains capabilities to perform standard recloser industry time current curves (TCC),
Sequence of Events time-stamping for up to 69 event both ANSI and IEC types, along with the ability to cus-
types. Sixteen additional inputs can be user-defined tomize the TCCs with multipliers, constant time adders,
through the Idea WorkbenchTM. or minimum response time adders. Also, the user is able
to derive their own specific TCC through data point entry.
Factory-defined event types include: Each modified time current curve can be identified with a
• Overcurrent Protection Trip user-customized name and is selectable for configuring
the control. The grid and format for presenting the TCCs
• External Trip has a user-adjustable scale, including the option of pre-
• Non-Reclose Trip senting multiple TCCs in various user-configured colors.
• External Close Oscillography
• Lockout Oscillography is provided to present current and voltage
• Reset waveforms, along with protection element and recloser
response status changes. Filtered and unfiltered data are
The Event Recorder maintains a minimum of 90 event provided for viewing.
records. The last 25 events are viewable on the front
panel LCD display. Refer to Service Information S280- The recorded values are super-imposed on the protec-
70-9 Form 6-TS Control Programming Guide for addi- tion scheme, and the state or value at any point in the
tional information. scheme is displayed. The user has the capability to move
through the event and watch the response of every func-
Recloser Duty Monitor tion. All analog signals, digital inputs, and contact outputs
are monitored. Analog oscillography is displayed at 16
The Form 6 recloser control software is equipped with a
samples per cycle.
Recloser Interrupting Duty Monitor. The Duty Monitor
accumulates the summation of I1.5 for all interrupted cur- Oscillographic data is recorded to analyze multiple
rents on each interrupter. This feature permits program- events during a permanent fault or other event type. The
mable entries to preset the duty of an existing recloser. oscillographic data shows two cycles before the trigger
The recloser duty monitor displays interrupting duty in point and eight cycles after the trigger point (default).
percent of duty used. If the duty cycle monitor exceeds Note: The configuration settings are programmable.
100%, the recloser should be examined for maintenance.
Oscillography automatically initiates trigger points for the
Discrete SCADA Communications following functions:
The control provides five configurable output status con- • Above Minimum Trip for Phase, Ground, and
tacts and three configurable input control contacts as Sensitive Ground Fault
standard. Each status contact is configurable using • Single- and Three-Phase Overvoltage
graphical interface software to combine status functional-
ity along with Boolean algebra. Default output status con- • Single- and Three-Phase Undervoltage
tacts are: AØ Lockout, AØ Recloser Open, AØ Recloser • Over- and Underfrequency
Closed, Ground Trip Block, and Hot Line Tag. One output
status contact is a solid state output (SS1) with a pickup • Trip Signal Issued
time no longer than two milliseconds. • Close Signal Issued

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Removable Inserts 1
T. Takagi, Y. Yamakoshi, J. Baba, K. Uemura, T. Sakaguchi, "A New
Algorithm of an Accurate Fault Location for EHV/UHV Transmission
Removable inserts are included with the control design Lines: Part I - Fourier Transformation Method", IEEE Trans. on PAS,
for customization of specific protection requirements. Vol. PAS-100, No. 3, March 1981, pp 1316-1323.
Inserts are available for the status indicator LEDs, the
operator panel function keys, and the analysis keys. The Sync Check
removable inserts are designed for use without adhe- Sync Check is a permissive system used to qualify any
sives, labelmakers, or temporary labels. close signal to the mechanism when enabled via the sync
An electronic label template is included on the ProViewTM check settings. Sync check allows for closing for any
application software CD and can be accessed through combination of dead/live bus/line, and to perform antici-
the following default address: C: \ Program Files \ patory closing for a live bus/live line condition by calcu-
Cooper \ Proview40 \ Form 6 \ Form 6 Inserts.doc lating slip and anticipating the mechanism closing delay.
In addition to the anticipatory close calculation, the sync
Refer to Using Removable Inserts for more information. check system performs verification of line and bus volt-
age magnitudes and frequencies to determine that they
Idea WorkbenchTM are within pre-determined ranges, and that the angular
The Idea WorkbenchTM provides access to various inputs, difference between the two systems is also within the
intermediate variables, and internal Form 6 alarms, sta- pre-determined range. For a live/live close, where there
tus, and targets to allow user-customization of the Form is no slip between the systems, the sync check system
6 recloser control to meet specific and unique applica- allows permissive closing after the two systems are with-
tions. Idea WorkbenchTM also gives the user the ability to in frequency and voltage limits, and the angular differ-
perform logical functions with these variables by using a ence between the systems has been within the allowable
simple graphical user interface. Use of Idea WorkbenchTM limits for a pre-determined time.
is not a requirement for operation. Sync Check functionality includes the following applica-
Refer to Service Information S280-70-9 Form 6-TS tions: Hot Line/Hot Bus Closing; Dead Line/Hot Bus
Control Programming Guide for additional Idea Closing; Hot Line/Dead Bus Closing; and Dead
WorkbenchTM information. Line/Dead Bus Closing.
Sync Check Parameters include the following config-
Over/Underfrequency Protection urable settings: Voltage Angle; Mechanism Operating
The control includes two-stage operation for both under- Delay; Static Angle Delay; Dead Threshold; Live
frequency and overfrequency protection. A fixed time Threshold; Positive Sequence Dead Threshold; Upper
delay ranging from 0 to 100 seconds in .001 second Voltage Limit; Lower Voltage Limit; Lower Frequency
increments is available for both over and underfrequen- Limit; Upper Frequency Limit; and Fail to Close Timer.
cy. A frequency restoration function, enabled or disabled
by the user, is provided to allow the recloser to automat- Data Profiler
ically close should frequency return to within configured A fully-configurable data profiler is available which allows
settings for a user-settable time. Over/Underfrequency the user to collect information by sampling data at selec-
protection is included as part of each protection profile. table intervals. These time-stamped values can then be
viewed to determine weekly load profiles, daily harmonic
Over/Undervoltage Protection disturbances or hourly voltage fluctuations. The number
The control includes single-phase and three-phase of days of information the data profiler can provide
undervoltage tripping. The control also includes three- depends upon configuration parameters.
phase overvoltage tripping. Both over and undervoltage
Refer to Service Information S280-70-9 Form 6-TS
functions include a single-phase and three-phase pick-up
Control Programming Guide for additional information.
setting; a single-phase and three-phase time delay set-
ting ranging from 0 to 100 seconds. Manual Close Delay
Directional Manual Close Delay provides a delay from the time that
the manual CLOSE button is pushed to the time the man-
Directional functionality is included to maintain system
ual close operation is performed.
coordination from multiple sources, as well as circuit
reconfiguration for each profile. Directional applies to The delay is programmable from 0 to 60 seconds in 1
phase, ground, and negative sequence protection, second increments. A programmed delay value can be
selected independently. A maximum torque angle has a overridden for immediate closing by pressing the CLOSE
range of 0 – 90 degrees. button a second time.

Fault Location An active Manual Close Delay can be canceled by press-


ing the TRIP/LOCKOUT button.
The control includes an impedance-based fault locator
based upon the Takagi algorithm1. Load-compensated The default setting has the feature disabled (0 seconds).
impedance calculation is used for calculating the dis- A countdown on the front panel LCD screen indicates
tance. Positive and zero sequence is configured in Manual Close Delay is active.
ohms, and the fault locator line length is configured in
kilometers/miles.
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Communications Ethernet connection allows for network application of the


Form 6-TS control for both DNP3 and ProView protocols.
Communication Ports In addition, the front panel data port can simultaneously
communicate ProView to the PC.
The Form 6-TS control has two back panel communica-
tion ports and a front panel configuration data port. Ethernet configuration is accomplished via ProView inter-
face software. Refer to Service Information S280-70-9
The front panel configuration data port is described in the
Form 6-TS Control Programming Guide, Section 4:
Operating Panel section of this manual.
Schemes, Communicating with the Form 6-TS
There is one standard 9-pin RS-232 and one optional Control, for Ethernet Configuration information.
communication port (RS-485, serial fiber, Ethernet wire
When a communication protocol is selected for the option-
or fiber or both) on the back operator panel, as well as a
al communication boards (serial fiber or the RS-485 seri-
standard IRIG-B port for user time-syncing. See Figure 8.
al port), the RS-232 serial port is defaulted to ProViewTM
Communication Protocols interface software protocol.
Three communication protocols are available for the DNP3 is factory-defaulted to the RS-232 port.
Form 6-TS recloser control: When a communication protocol is selected for the RS-
• Modbus 232 serial port, the optional RS-485 or serial fiber optic
board is not active.
• DNP3
• 2179 The RS-485 or fiber optic serial ports do not support
ProViewTM interface software protocol.
One communication protocol can be selected for either the
back panel RS-232 or the optional communication port. The user can simultaneously communicate to the Form 6
-TS control using both the front panel data port and the
All three protocols are selected and configured by the appropriate back panel serial communication port (pro-
user with the ProViewTM Communications WorkbenchTM vided the back panel RS-232 port or the Ethernet option-
application software. al communications board is not configured to be ProView
protocol).
Ethernet Communications
• ProView over TCP/IP
• DNP3 over TCP/IP

Three Control Input and Five


Status Output Contacts (Standard)
RS-232 Serial Communication Port

Eight Control Inputs CI1 CI2 CI3 SS1 CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4
C + – RS-485 Serial Communication Port (optional)
J1-RS-232

and Eight Status


1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19

Fiber Optic port, "ST" Type Connector (optional),


RS-485
TB1
IRIG-B
RS-232 DTE
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18

Outputs (Accessory)
CI1 CI2 CI3 SS1 CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4

TB3
CI4 CI5 CI6 CI7 CI8 CI9 CI10 CI11 CO5 CO6
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21
CO7 CO8 CO9 CO10 CO11 CO12
1 3 5 7 9 11 13
TB4 Ethernet Port, "MT-RJ" Fiber
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
CI4 CI5 CI6 CI7 CI8 CI9 CI10 CI11 CO5 CO6

INPUT POWER AUXILIARY POWER TB9


2 4 6
CO7 CO8 CO9 CO10 CO11 CO12
8 10 12
RJ45 Connector (optional)
FUSE FUSE TB5 + -
1 5

– +

(10 AMP) (10 AMP) 2


-
4
+
28 VDC
28 VDC
WHETTING VOLTAGE
IRIG-B Time Sync Connector
P1 P4
P2 P3

VOLTAGE SENSING 53VDC CONTROL CABLE 28 VAC

AC Voltage Sensing TB8


1

Customer Connection 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Terminal Block TB8


V(1-2) V(3-4) V(5-6) V1 V2 V3
2
SOURCE LOAD
VOLTAGE SENSING CONNECTIONS

TB7

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
LOW VOLTAGE 120 120/240 NEU (+) (-)
OUTPUTS L2 L1/VAC VDC

Back View DC Power


Grounding Terminal, One Customer Connection
External & One Internal Terminal Block TB7
(#14 to #4 Stranded)

Figure 8.
Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control back panel.

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Control Information
Control information includes firmware identification by
catalog number and name, date code, and ProView
release number. Control information is available through
the Settings menu on the front panel (Figure 3).

Control Back Panel


The control back panel is easily accessible through the
back door of the control cabinet (Figure 9) with readily
identifiable communication ports and connections
(Figure 8).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Initial Programming Prior to


Installation Figure 9. 030034KM

Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control is accessi-


CAUTION: Equipment misoperation. Do not ble from both the front and back of the cabinet.
! connect this control to an energized recloser until
all control settings have been properly programmed Control / Recloser Compatibility
and verified. Refer to the programming information for
this control. Failure to comply can result in control and The Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control is only com-
recloser misoperation, equipment damage, and per- patible with the NOVA-TS recloser. Refer to Service
sonal injury. G110.3
Information S280-42-2 NOVA-TS Recloser Installation
and Operation Instructions for additional information.

CAUTION: Equipment misoperation. Check mini- Duty Cycle Monitor


mum trip values prior to changing an alternate profile. The Duty Cycle Monitor provides the following duty cycle
Failure to do so may cause misoperation of the control information:
under load conditions. T280.0
• Measures and records duty for each individual phase
in non-volatile memory.
IMPORTANT: Program all protection profiles. • The recloser duty is measured and stored on the
Unused alternate profiles should be programmed with basis of Current1.5 x Number of Operations for Each
the same settings as one of the applicable profiles. Phase (ANSI C37.61).
Default settings on unused alternate profiles can
cause unnecessary outages if they are below normal • Readout is based on a percentage of total duty cycle
system requirements. used for each phase.
• Duty record can be adjusted or reset if recloser is
The control must be programmed with all necessary changed-out, serviced, etc.
operating settings, all alternate profiles, and parameters
Using Table 1, select the appropriate NOVA-TS recloser
prior to operation with an energized recloser.
interrupting duty cycle factor and enter that value via the
Note: Initial programming of the control is the responsibility of ProViewTM interface software.
a qualified technician or engineer familiar with control
functions and programming parameters required for the
specific recloser installation. TABLE 1
Duty Cycle Factor
The control must be programmed with the Form 6
ProView interface software. Refer to Service Information Interrupting 100% Duty
S280-70-9 Form 6-TS Control Programming Guide for Recloser Rating Cycle
Type (rms sym Amps) Factor*
additional information.
NOVA-TS-8 8,000 568
NOVA-TS-12 12,500 1111

*Duty Cycle Factor is Value x 105.

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Control Cable Reclose Times


Assuming the following conditions, the reclose times for
WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Recloser and the Form 6-TS yard mount control are as follows:
! control must be solidly grounded. Follow all
Junction Box Cables (3) Length: 9.15 meters (30 feet)
approved procedures and safety practices when
grounding this equipment. Improper grounding can between the junction box and the three NOVA-TS
result in contact with high voltage, which will cause reclosers.
death or severe personal injury. G115.1
Control Cable Length: 15.24 meters (50 feet) between
the Form 6-TS yard mount control and the junction box.
The maximum control cable length between the Form 6- Temperature: -40 °C (-40°F) for all equipment
TS yard mount control and the triple-single junction box
is 15.24 meters (50 feet). Reclose Times: 1st 2.0 seconds
Note: The control cable must be supported along its length to 2nd 2.0 seconds
prevent repeated movement due to wind or other out-
side forces which can damage the cable.
3rd 2.0 seconds

IMPORTANT: All external inputs to the Form 6


recloser control must be routed within 8 inches of their Substation
corresponding ground. During a surge, a potential of Mounting Junction Box
approximately 1.5 kV per foot can develop in the con- Frame
ductors. Differences between conductor and ground
AØ BØ CØ
path lengths can add additional stress to the control
components in the event of a power surge.

Junction Box and Cables


The Type NOVA-TS Triple-Single recloser is connected Form 6-TS
to the Form 6-TS recloser control at a junction box. See Control Cable
Figure 10. (3) Triple-Single
Recloser Cables
The maximum junction box cable length between the
triple-single junction box and the NOVA-TS recloser is
(9.14 meters) 30 feet. Three junction box cables are
required - one for each recloser.
The junction box is mounted on the substation frame
between the Type NOVA-TS Triple-Single recloser(s) and
the Form 6-TS yard mount control.

IMPORTANT: The triple-single recloser junction box


is mounted with all cable connections made at the bot- Figure 10.
tom of the box. Do not invert. NOVA-TS Triple-Single reclosers are connected to
the Form 6-TS control through a junction box.

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Mounting the Control Mount the Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control in a
convenient, accessible location in a substation yard.
Mounting dimensions are provided in Figure 11.
WARNING: This equipment is not intended to
!protect human life. Follow all locally approved Note: Unless otherwise specified, dimensions shown in mm
(inches).
procedures and safety practices when installing or
operating this equipment. Failure to comply can result A hole and keyway in the control mounting bracket
in death, severe personal injury, and equipment dam- accommodates a 15.9 mm (5/8”) bolt.
age. G102.1
The weight of one Form 6-TS yard mount control is
approximately 34 kg (75 lbs).

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(1.25)
310
(12.25) 16 (.63) Dia.
Mounting Holes (2)

CONTROL OK
CONTROL POWER
CONTROL LOCKOUT
RECLOSER OPEN
RECLOSER CLOSED
A PHASE FAULT
B PHASE FAULT
C PHASE FAULT
GROUND FAULT
SENSITIVE GND
ALARM
ABOVE MIN TRIP
INDICATOR 1
INDICATOR 2
INDICATOR 3
A PHASE VOLTAGE
B PHASE VOLTAGE
C PHASE VOLTAGE
FREQUENCY TRIP
VOLTAGE TRIP
INDICATOR 4
INDICATOR 5
INDICATOR 6
INDICATOR 7
INDICATOR 8
RS-232
METERING

RESET
TARGETS
SETTINGS

OPER
COUNTER
Connection
Port
F1 F2 F3 F4

EVENTS ALARMS

LAMP TEST
MENU + CHANGE

ENTER —
RS-232 DATA PORT

KYLE F6 Recloser Control ON


GND TRIP NON SUPERVISORY
OFF

665
BLOCKED RECLOSING
TRIP CLOSE
A PHASE B PHASE C PHASE

710
OFF SELECT SELECT SELECT
HOT LINE TAG

OPTION #1 OPTION #2 OPTION #3

(LOCKOUT)

(28.0) (26.25)

Front View 170


(6.75)
355 (14.0) Grounding
(2) Vents 400 (15.75) Terminal
#14 To #4
Mounting Angle Right Side View Stranded
1.44 Dia. Hole for
Voltage Input Connection
(Caplug Installed)
(3) 1.44 Dia. Holes
(Caplugs Installed)

Control Cable
38 Receptacle 1.81 Dia.
(1.5) (26-pin)
67 67 79
(2.75) (2.75) (3.25)
Bottom View

Figure 11.
Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control dimensions.

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Grounding the Control IMPORTANT: All external inputs to the Form 6


recloser control must be routed within 8 inches of their
WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Recloser and corresponding ground. During a surge, a potential of
! control must be solidly grounded. Follow all local- approximately 1.5 kV per foot can develop in the con-
ly approved procedures and safety practices when ductors. Differences between conductor and ground
grounding this equipment. Improper grounding can path lengths can add additional stress to the control
result in contact with high voltage, which will cause components in the event of a power surge.
death or severe personal injury. G115.1

The control cabinet must be grounded. A grounding con-


The Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control must be nector on the underside of the cabinet will accommodate
solidly grounded prior to installation or energization. No. 14 solid through No. 4 stranded conductors.
Refer to Figure 12 for grounding connections.
The three NOVA-TS recloser(s) that the control will be
Note: Control grounding must comply with all locally connected to must also be properly grounded.
approved procedures and safety practices that apply in
a substation yard.

Recloser
Recloser Recloser Head
Head Head Ground
Ground Ground
CLOSED

CLOSED

CLOSED

Form 6-TS
Junction Yard
Box Mount
Control

Control
Cable Control
Ground Grounding
Wire Lug

Figure 12.
Grounding connections for a Form 6-TS yard mount control installed in a substation.

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Customer Connections for DC AC Voltage Sensing


Power and AC Voltage Sensing AC power is required:
• To provide voltage and power metering
CAUTION: Equipment damage. Do not drill connec- • For the convenience outlet accessory
tion holes into the top of the cabinet. Connection holes • To power the thermostatically controlled heater
in the top of the cabinet will allow moisture to seep into
AC voltage input connections are connected to TB8 for
the control and damage the components or cause con-
Wye connections only. Figure 14 illustrates three-
trol misoperation. Failure to comply will void the con-
phase wiring connections for both source and load side
trol’s factory warranty. T249.0
connections.
The AC voltage inputs for both source or load side accept
DC Power 120/240 VAC nominal. For single-phase source side AC
Input power to the Form 6-TS yard mount recloser con- voltage inputs, connections to AØ, BØ, or CØ are
trol is connected to terminal block TB7 (Figure 13), which acceptable. The default wiring is connected to BØ.
is located in the lower-right corner of the cabinet. Input Terminal Blocks
DC power is required to power the control and recloser.
The control requires DC station supply service for the Two terminal blocks are used for connection to the Form
main power requirements of both the control and the 6-TS recloser control. Both terminal blocks are fit for a #6
recloser. screw which can allow a maximum terminal size for a #10
AWG wire size.
The control requires the correct DC power supply for
proper operation with the DC substation battery. The con- Terminal Block TB7 provides DC power to the Form 6-TS
trol has one power supply option based upon the follow- recloser control and is directly connected to the power
ing voltage range: supply circuit board. TB7 is also used to provide AC volt-
age inputs for the heater. (TB7-5 is hot. TB7-7 is neutral.)
• 40 –140 VDC Terminal Block TB8 is used to connect sensing trans-
former voltage. The wiring of the transformers should fol-
IMPORTANT: Verify the label on the Form 6-TS low the application illustrations per Figures 14 and 15.
yard mount recloser control matches the voltage of
the substation supply prior to installation. For 240 Volt, 3-wire transformer connection refer to
Figure 16.
DC power is connected to terminal block TB7, terminal Default factory wiring includes connection of two wires
positions 11(+) and 12(–). from Power Supply Terminal Block TB7 to the Metering
Terminal Block TB8. See Figure 17.
Note: The label at TB7-11 and TB7-12 will display the input
power option (48/125 VDC). The wiring from TB7-5 to TB8-3 and from TB7-7 to TB8-
4 connects the sensing B phase voltage. If the incoming
IMPORTANT: Substation battery negative is not sensing voltage is not the B phase voltage, the lead wire
grounded in the control. needs to be moved to the appropriate location. See
Figure 18 for A phase connections.
The control should be grounded per the information in For A phase voltage sensing only, connect to TB8-1.
the Grounding the Control section.
For C phase voltage sensing only, connect to TB8-5.
Note: Terminal Block positions TB7-5 and TB7-6 are factory-
jumpered together.
Terminal Block positions TB7-7 and TB7-8 are factory-
jumpered together.
1 Figure 19 shows customer connections to TB8, 120 VAC
Delta connection.

AC Power Requirements
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 The transformer required for power is a minimum of 1 kVA.
5-6) V1 V2 V3
LOAD
2 Note: AC voltage is required for the internal cabinet heater
SENSING CONNECTIONS and the 120 VAC GFI Duplex Outlet accessory.
TB7 The following are not functional for single phase AC
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 voltage input:
LOW VOLTAGE 120 120/240 NEU (+) (-)
OUTPUTS L2 L1/VAC VDC
• Directional Protection
• Single-Phase Voltage Protection
Figure 13. • True Three-Phase Metering
Note: Phantom Phase can generate missing phases for
Power connections Terminal Block TB7. three-phase metering estimates.
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Load
120 Vac XØ

VOLTAGE SENSING CONNECTIONS


SOURCE LOAD
V (1-2) V(3-4) V(5-6) V1 V2 V3 120 Vac YØ

TB8

120 Vac ZØ

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Factory
Wiring

NEU

User-Supplied
Disconnect Switches
Source
120 Vac AØ

120 Vac BØ

120 Vac CØ

NEU

User-Supplied
Disconnect Switches DC Voltage
Factory Required
Wiring to Power Control

User-Supplied
Disconnect Switches
TB7

Note: Terminal Block positions TB7-5 and


1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
TB7-6 are factory-jumpered together.
LOW VOLTAGE 120 120/240 NEU (+) (-)
Terminal Block positions TB7-7 and OUTPUTS L2 L1/VAC VDC
TB7-8 are factory-jumpered together.

Figure 14.
Three-Phase Transformer Connection for Voltage Sensing and Heater, Wye configuration only (TB8 Terminal
Block Connection).

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

TB7

DC Voltage Required
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
to Power Control
LOW VOLTAGE 120 120/240 NEU (+) (-)
OUTPUTS L2 L1/VAC VDC


User-Supplied
Disconnect
Switches

NEU

Note: Terminal Block positions TB7-5 and


TB7-6 are factory-jumpered together. BØ

Terminal Block positions TB7-7 and


TB7-8 are factory-jumpered together. User-Supplied
Disconnect Switches
Figure 15.
Single-Phase Transformer Connection, B phase input for Voltage Sensing.
The heater and the convenience outlet accessory connect to TB7-5 and TB7-7.

VOLTAGE SENSING CONNECTIONS


Load Side
SOURCE LOAD
V (1-2) V(3-4) V(5-6) V1 V2 V3 User-Supplied
Disconnect 120
Switch
TB8

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Factory
Wiring

NEU

DC Voltage Required
to Power Control

TB7

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
LOW VOLTAGE 120 120/240 NEU (+) (-)
Note: Terminal Block positions OUTPUTS L2 L1/VAC VDC BØ
Source Side
TB7-5 and TB7-6 are fac- 120

tory-jumpered together. 120


240

Terminal Block positions User-Supplied


TB7-7 and TB7-8 are fac- Disconnect
tory-jumpered together. Switches

Figure 16.
240 Volt, 3-wire transformer connection for voltage and sensing on B-phase. YØ for Sync Check Voltage.

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VOLTAGE SENSING CONNECTIONS


SOURCE LOAD
V (1-2) V(3-4) V(5-6) V1 V2 V3
TB8 NEU

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 DC Voltage Required
Factory Wiring to Power Control
for Wye Connection

Note: Terminal Block positions


TB7-5 and TB7-6 are fac-
tory-jumpered together.
Terminal Block positions 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
120
TB7 LOW VOLTAGE L2 120/240
TB7-7 and TB7-8 are fac- NEU
tory-jumpered together.
(+) (-)
OUTPUTS L1/VAC VDC

Figure 17.
Default factory wiring connected to B-Phase voltage metering with B-Phase incoming supply.

VOLTAGE SENSING CONNECTIONS


SOURCE LOAD
V (1-2) V(3-4) V(5-6) V1 V2 V3
TB8 NEU

DC Voltage Required
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 to Power Control
Factory
Wiring

Note: Terminal Block positions


TB7-5 and TB7-6 are fac-
tory-jumpered together.
Terminal Block positions 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
TB7-7 and TB7-8 are fac-
tory-jumpered together. TB7 LOW VOLTAGE 120 120/240 NEU (+) (-)
OUTPUTS L2 L1/VAC VDC

Figure 18.
Modified wiring connected to A-Phase voltage metering with A-Phase incoming supply. Also, supplies heater
and convenience outlet accessory power.

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VOLTAGE SENSING CONNECTIONS


SOURCE LOAD
V (1-2) V(3-4) V(5-6) V1 V2 V3
TB8 CØ


1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

User-Supplied
Disconnect
Switches

Note: Terminal Block positions TB8-1 and


TB8-6 are factory-jumpered together.
Terminal Block positions TB8-2 and
TB8-3 are factory-jumpered together.
Terminal Block positions TB8-4 and
TB8-5 are factory-jumpered together.

Figure 19.
Customer connections to TB8, 120 VAC Delta Connection.

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Before Placing the Control and IMPORTANT


the Recloser into Service
Shielding and Surge Protection of
CAUTION: Equipment misoperation. Do not Supervisory Cables
! connect this control to an energized recloser until
all control settings have been properly programmed All supervisory operation and control monitor leads must
and verified. Refer to the programming information for be protected within shielded cables. Refer to Figures 22
this control. Failure to comply can result in control and (factory-supplied whetting voltage) or Figure 23 (cus-
recloser misoperation, equipment damage, and per- tomer-supplied whetting voltage).
sonal injury. G110.3
CAUTION: Equipment damage; misoperation.
Prior to placing the control and recloser into service, the External leads must be shielded and the shield must be
following installation procedures must be properly com- grounded at both ends. Terminate each lead with a 320
pleted and verified: Vac, 160 Joules metal oxide resistor (MOV), or equiva-
lent, at the remote end. Attach MOVs between the leads
1. Removable insert labels changed. (Not required – and ground. Failure to properly shield and protect leads
user-preference option.) can result in equipment damage and/or unintentional
Note: Refer to Using Removable Inserts section in operation. G117.3
this manual for more information.
2. Control properly mounted for the installation.
3. NOVA-TS reclosers (3) mounted and installed accord- TABLE 2
ing to all locally approved standards and practices. Operating Whetting Voltage and Current
4. AC and DC disconnect switches installed. Requirements for the Standard (TB1) and
Accessory (TB3) Discrete Interface Boards
5. Control wiring between control and recloser properly
connected and supported. Nominal Minimum
Input Voltage Current Operating Time
6. Control and recloser(s) properly grounded in accor-
dance with guidelines in this manual and the NOVA- 9 VDC – 290 VDC,
TS recloser manual. Refer to Service Information 7 VAC – 265 VAC 5 mA 5 milliseconds
S280-42-2 NOVA-TS Recloser Installation and
Operation Instructions.
7. DC power and AC voltage sensing connected to the TABLE 3
control. Ratings Table for Output Status Contacts CO1
Note: The control Power Save feature will turn off the through CO12 (TB1, TB3, and TB4)
backlit LCD display and all LEDs if no front panel (Resistive Load – Pickup Time 8 ms, Dropout 5 ms)
keypad is pressed within ten minutes.
Contact
8. All control programming entered and verified by Input Voltage Rating
appropriate personnel.
Note: Refer to Service Information S280-70-9 Form 6- 120 VAC 8A
TS Control Programming Guide for additional
information. 12 VDC 8A

9. Customer connections for remote and supervisory 24 VDC 8A


operation checked and completed in accordance with 48 VDC 1A
proper shielding and surge protection.
125 VDC 0.4 A
Standard Default Supervisory Input
Control and Output Status Contacts
TABLE 4
The standard Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control Ratings Table for Output Status Contact SS1
includes three control contact inputs and five status con- (Resistive Load – Pickup Time 2 ms, Dropout 15
tact outputs. The standard default I/O terminal connec- ms) (TB1)
tions are identified in Figure 20. A discrete interface
board accessory is available if additional I/O is required. Contact
The accessory includes eight control contact inputs and Input Voltage Rating
eight status outputs as identified in Figure 21. 120 VAC 8A
All of the control inputs and status outputs are user-con- 12 VDC 8A
figurable via the Idea WorkbenchTM. To avoid configura-
tion time, the most common control inputs and status out- 24 VDC 8A
puts are included as default values. Refer to Figures 22
and 23 and Tables 2, 3, and 4. Refer to Service 48 VDC 8A
Information S280-70-9 Form 6-TS Control Programming 125 VDC 8A
Guide for additional information.
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IMPORTANT
Shielding and Surge Protection of
Supervisory Cables
All supervisory operation and control monitor leads must
be protected within shielded cables. Refer to Figure 22 or
23 as appropriate.
CAUTION: Equipment damage; misoperation.
External leads must be shielded and the shield must be
grounded at both ends. Terminate each lead with a 320
Vac, 160 Joules metal oxide resistor (MOV), or equiva-
lent, at the remote end. Attach MOVs between the leads
and ground. Failure to properly shield and protect leads
can result in equipment damage and/or unintentional
operation. G117.3

Customer-Supplied Voltage Inputs**


Three-Phase Supervisory Trip and Lockout
Three-Phase Remote Trip and Lockout

Three-Phase Supervisory Close

Remote/Supervisory Common

**Whetting voltage is also available from


the Form 6 Recloser Control on
Terminal Block TB9. Refer to Figure 22.

Note: Contact output relays revert to


de-energized positions as shown
upon downloading new schemes
or Workbench files.

CI1 CI2 CI3 SS1 CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4


1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19

TB1

2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18

CI1 CI2 CI3 SS1 CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4

Customer Wiring A B
AØ Control Control Hotline Ground Trip
Lockout AØ Recloser OK Tag Blocked
Status Status Status Status Status
(Not (Recloser (Control (Hotline (GRD TRIP
Lockout)* Open)* Not OK)* Tag Off)* Normal)*

*Relay Contacts shown


for Indicated Status

Figure 20.
Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control Standard discrete interface board and default configurations. These
default contact input/outputs are completely configurable via the Idea WorkbenchTM.

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IMPORTANT

Figure 21.
Shielding and Surge Protection of
Supervisory Cables
All supervisory operation and control monitor leads must
be protected within shielded cables. Refer to Figure 22 or
23 as appropriate.

**Whetting voltage is available from the CAUTION: Equipment damage; misoperation.


Customer-Supplied Form 6 Recloser Control on Terminal Block External leads must be shielded and the shield must be
Voltage Inputs** TB9. Refer to Figure 22. grounded at both ends. Terminate each lead with a 320
Vac, 160 Joules metal oxide resistor (MOV), or equiva-
lent, at the remote end. Attach MOVs between the leads
and ground. Failure to properly shield and protect leads
can result in equipment damage and/or unintentional
operation. G117.3

Unassigned
Remote Normal Profile

Remote Alternate Profile 1

Supervisory Non-Reclose
Remote Alternate Profile 2
Remote Alternate Profile 3

Supervisory Reset Targets


Remote/Supervisory Common
Note: Contact output relays revert to

Supervisory Ground Trip Block


de-energized positions as shown
upon downloading new schemes ***The default contact type for CO9,
or Workbench files. CO10, and CO11 is Form-a.

CI4 CI9 CO7 CO8 CO9*** CO10*** CO11*** CO12


TB4
CI5 CI6 CI7 CI8 CI10 CI11 CO5 CO6
TB3
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 1 3 5 7 9 11 13

default contact input/outputs are completely configurable via the Idea WorkbenchTM.
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 2 4 6 8 10 12

CI4 CI5 CI6 CI7 CI8 CI9 CI10 CI11 CO5 CO6 CO7 CO8 CO9 CO10 CO11 CO12

Customer Wiring Non-Reclosing


Status Normal Alternate Alternate Alternate Frequency
(Normal Profile Profile 1 Profile 2 Profile 3 Alarm
Voltage
Reclose)* Alarms Status Status Status Status (Frequency
Alarm
Status (Not in (Not in (Not in (Not in Normal)*
(Voltage
(No Alarms)* Normal Alt 1 Alt 2 Alt 3
Normal)*
Profile)* Profile)* Profile)* Profile)*
*Relay Contacts shown
for Indicated Status

Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control discrete interface board accessory and default configurations. These

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

FORM 6-TS YARD MOUNT


RECLOSER CONTROL
SHIELD
Factory-Supplied
28 VDC Whetting Customer Wiring 28 Vdc Whetting Voltage Terminals
Voltage +
— Customer Wiring

REMOTE
TB9 BOX

Three-Phase
Supervisory 8 CI3
Trip and
Lockout
CI3 7

Three-Phase
Supervisory 6 CI2
Close CI2 5

Three-Phase
Remote 4 CI1
CI1 3
Trip and
Lockout

13

A Phase B*
Recloser
Status 12 CO1
A*
*Contacts shown
with recloser in 11
OPEN position. CO1
Not All Remote
Connections
TB1 Shown

NOTES: Arresters to be metal oxide varistors (MOVs) 320 Vac,


160 Joules or equivalent.
External lead resistance must not exceed 200 ohms.
A Single common wire can be used for multiple inputs
if it is jumpered at the I/O board terminals.
Shielding for Supervisory Cables should follow
the representative input control contacts and
output status contacts as shown.
Supervisory and Remote Functions are
default functions.

Figure 22.
Shielding and Surge Protection for Supervisory and Remote Cables (factory-supplied whetting voltage).

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NOTES: Arresters to be metal oxide varistors (MOVs) 320 Vac,


REMOTE BOX
160 Joules or equivalent.
External lead resistance must not exceed 200 ohms. Typical Customer Supplied
A Single common wire can be used for multiple inputs Whetting Voltage
if it is jumpered at the I/O board terminals.
48/125 Vdc
Shielding for Supervisory Cables should follow
the representative input control contacts and or
output status contacts as shown. 120 Vac
– +
Supervisory and Remote Functions are
default functions. SHIELD

FORM 6-TS YARD MOUNT


RECLOSER CONTROL

Three-Phase
Supervisory
Trip and 8 CI3
Lockout CI3 7

Three-Phase
Supervisory
Close 6 CI2
CI2 5

Three-Phase
Remote
Trip and 4 CI1
CI1 3
Lockout

13

A Phase
Recloser B*
Status
12 CO1
A*

*Contacts shown 11
with recloser in CO1
Not All Remote
OPEN position. TB1 Connections
Shown

Figure 23.
Shielding and Surge Protection for Supervisory and Remote Cables (customer-supplied whetting voltage).

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Rear Panel RS-232 Communication


Port Pin Assignments RS-232 Serial
Communication Port
Tables 5 indicates the pin assignments for the rear panel
RS-232 communication port (Figure 24). Refer to Figure CI1 CI2 CI3 SS1 CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4
J1-RS-232
C + –

25 for pin identification. Refer to Protocols for additional


1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 RS-485
TB1
IRIG-B
RS-232 DTE
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18

information. TB3
1 3
CI1 CI2 CI3 SS1 CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4
CI4 CI5 CI6 CI7 CI8 CI9 CI10 CI11 CO5 CO6
5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21
CO7 CO8 CO9 CO10 CO11 CO12
1 3 5 7 9 11 13
TB4

2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 2 4 6 8 10 12

Refer to the Accessories section of this manual for addi- CI4 CI5 CI6 CI7 CI8 CI9 CI10 CI11 CO5 CO6

FUSE
INPUT POWER AUXILIARY POWER TB9
FUSE TB5 +
1
-
5
CO7 CO8 CO9 CO10 CO11 CO12

tional communication options. (10 AMP) (10 AMP) 2 4


– +
28 VDC
28 VDC WHETTING VOLTAGE
- +

P1 P4
P2 P3

VOLTAGE SENSING 53VDC CONTROL CABLE 28 VAC

TABLE 5
Rear Panel RS-232 Communication Port Pin
Assignments
Pin Number Signal Name
1

1 DCD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carrier Detect TB8

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

2 RXD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Receive Data


V(1-2) V(3-4) V(5-6) V1 V2 V3
2
SOURCE LOAD
VOLTAGE SENSING CONNECTIONS

TB7

3 TXD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transmit Data 1 2 3


LOW VOLTAGE
OUTPUTS
4 5 6
120 120/240
L2 L1/VAC
7
NEU
8 9 10 11 12
(+) (-)
VDC

4 DTR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Data Terminal Ready


(Not Connected)
Figure 24.
5 GND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Signal Ground Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control rear panel
RS-232 communication port.
6 DSR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Data Set Ready
(Not Connected)

7 RTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Request to Send

8 CTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clear to Send

9 NC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Not Used J1-RS-232


10 (Shroud) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chassis Ground
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9

RS-232 DTE
Figure 25.
Rear panel RS-232 communication port pin
identification.

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Using Removable Inserts 4. Use tweezers to gently pull out the removable insert.
Note: The insert will slide out of the right side of the
operating panel (Figure 27).
CAUTION: Control damage. De-energize both ac
and dc power prior to removing or installing any inter- Note: The insert will slide out of the top of the pro-
nal connections or circuit boards in the control. Failure gramming panel indicator section (Figure 26).
to comply can result in damage to the control. T241.1 5. Change the existing label or slide in a new label with
the name of the configured option.
An electronic label template is included on the
CAUTION: Equipment damage. Always wear a ProViewTM application software CD and can be
grounding wrist strap to control static electricity before accessed through the following default address:
handling circuit boards. Failure to use this strap may
result in circuit board damage. T253.1
C: \ Program Files \ Cooper \ Proview40 \ Form 6 \
Form 6 Inserts.doc
The front panel inserts can be changed, if desired.
1. De-energize both AC and DC power. IMPORTANT: Laminate the removable inserts prior
to installing. This will seal the ink/toner and avoid
2. Use a flathead screwdriver to unscrew the six front damage to the front panel.
panel screws.
Note: Set the screws aside for later use. 6. Gently push the removable insert from right to left into
3. Pull the right side of the front panel out towards the the right side of the operating panel (Figure 26) or
left (Figure 26). down into the programming panel LED indicator sec-
Note: Various connecting wires will keep the panel
tion (Figure 26).
attached to the control.
Note: It is not necessary to disconnect any wires.

Removable LED
Status Indicator Panel

000008KM
Figure 27.
Labels are easily removed from and inserted into
the operating panel.

7. Place the front cover panel back onto the control.


Use a flathead screwdriver to screw the screws back
into the control and tighten all hardware completely.

Figure 26.
Open front panel. Labels are easily removed from
and inserted into the top of the programming panel
LED status indicator section.

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ACCESSORIES
These accessories are available. Contact your Cooper Cable Locking Sleeves
Power Systems representative for additional information.
To prevent detachment of the control cable from the con-
trol cabinet by unauthorized personnel, cable-locking
120 VAC GFI Duplex Outlet sleeves (Catalog Number KME6-1772-X) are available to
The GFI Duplex Outlet (Catalog Number KME6-1820) is enclose the cable plug.
available for controls powered by 120 VAC VAC three- Note: Replace X with the desired number of cable sleeves (1,
wire supply power. This convenience outlet is rated for 15 2, 3, 4, or 5).
Amperes and is accessible through the front door in the
control cabinet. The 120 VAC GFI Duplex Outlet is used The plug is passed through the sleeve and the sleeve is
for many applications such as power for the MET Tester, then fastened from inside the control cabinet. There is no
auxiliary measurement equipment, and supplemental access to the cable receptacle without opening the
lighting. locked cabinet door and detaching the sleeve.

Incoming Power Receptacles BCT Terminal Block Accessory


The Incoming Power Receptacle allows the user to con- The BCT Terminal Block (Catalog Number KME6-1773-
veniently plug the power cable into the control, eliminat- A) attaches to the back of the control and provides a con-
ing the need for hardwiring to the control. Various options nection point for external 600:5 or 1200:5 multi-ratio
are available based upon the input power voltage, and bushing current transformers. A BCT Terminal Blocks is
phase sensing requirements. Table 6 includes the avail- available for the load side and includes wire for all ratios
able input receptacles and cables for the Form 6-TS yard of the BCT.
mount recloser control.

TABLE 6
Input Receptacles and Cables
Description Catalog Number
120 VAC or 240 VAC input receptacle, 2-pin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KME6-1838-H
120 VAC input receptacle, 3-pin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KME6-1838-J
240 VAC input receptacle, 3-pin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KME6-1838-K
AC Input Cable, 120 or 240 VAC, 2-wire for 2-pin input for use with KME6-1838-H receptacle.
Replace X with desired length. Select from 10 to 80 feet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KMA11ME1-X
AC Input Cable, 240 VAC, 3-wire for 3-pin input for use with KME6-1838-K receptacle.
Replace X with desired length. Select from 10 to 80 feet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KME4-67-2-X
AC Input Cable, 120 VAC, 3-wire for 3-pin input for use with KME6-1838-J receptacle.
Replace X with desired length. Select from 10 to 80 feet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KME4-67-3-X

Eight Control Inputs


Discrete Interface Board (DIF)
C + –
CI1 CI2 CI3 SS1 CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4
J1-RS-232

and Eight Status


1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 RS-485
TB1
IRIG-B

Option Accessory
RS-232 DTE
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18

Outputs (Accessory)
CI1 CI2 CI3 SS1 CO1 CO2 CO3 CO4
CI4 CI5 CI6 CI7 CI8 CI9 CI10 CI11 CO5 CO6 CO7 CO8 CO9 CO10 CO11 CO12
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 1 3 5 7 9 11 13
TB3 TB4

2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 2 4 6 8 10 12

A Discrete Interface Board Option accessory provides CI4 CI5 CI6 CI7 CI8 CI9 CI10 CI11 CO5 CO6

FUSE
INPUT POWER AUXILIARY POWER TB9
FUSE TB5 +
1
-
5
CO7 CO8 CO9 CO10 CO11 CO12

eight configurable input control contacts and eight con- (10 AMP) (10 AMP) 2 4 28 VDC
– +
28 VDC
WHETTING VOLTAGE
- +

figurable output status contacts (Figure 28). The ordering P1


P2
P4
P3

options include: Standard (3 inputs / 5 outputs) or VOLTAGE SENSING 53VDC CONTROL CABLE 28 VAC

Additional (8 inputs / 8 outputs).

TB8

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
V(1-2) V(3-4) V(5-6) V1 V2 V3
2
SOURCE LOAD
VOLTAGE SENSING CONNECTIONS

TB7

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
LOW VOLTAGE 120 120/240 NEU (+) (-)
OUTPUTS L2 L1/VAC VDC

Figure 28.
Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control discrete
interface board accessory.
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Communication Board A pair of industry standard ST type fiber-optic connectors


are mounted on the back of the board enabling customer
Accessories connection to a digital communication system using fiber-
The Form 6-TS yard mount control is equipped with a optic cables (customer-supplied).
Communication Board Accessory (expansion bay) offer-
The fiber-optic link has separate receive (RX) and trans-
ing versatile support for modern communication media.
mit (TX) ports operating at 820nm. Typical transmission
Six distinct communication options (Figure 29) are avail-
distance is 2000m with 62.5/125µm multi-mode fiber.
able, providing two-way, real time digital communications
Consult your Cooper Power Systems representative for
with a remote terminal unit (RTU), wireless, telephone
availability of long haul and single mode fiber solutions.
modem, Ethernet network, or other communication
Link communication speed is controlled through software
devices. The following options are available:
and can be set at: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19.2k, 38.4k,
• No auxiliary communication card installed (standard) 57.6k, and 115kBPS.
• RS485 (isolated) Serial communication card The fiber-optic accessory must be programmed through
• Fiber-optic-based Serial Communication Card (ST) the Communications Workbench for the appropriate pro-
tocol. Refer to Service Information S280-70-9 Form 6-TS
• 10/100 Base-T dual Ethernet communication card Control Programming Guide for additional information.
(2*RJ-45)
The fiber-optic based serial accessory includes TX and
• 100 Base-FX dual Ethernet communication card RX indicating LEDs for verifying communications along
(2*MT-RJ) with an echo / non-echo switch for supporting ring / star
• 10/100 Base-T, 100 Base-FX Ethernet communica- fiber topologies.
tion card (RJ-45 + MT-RJ) When operated in a ring configuration, the toggle switch
The expansion bay based Communication Board must be set in the ECHO position. In this mode, the fiber-
Accessory concept offers high versatility with respect to optic card will repeat (pass through) all messages
communication medium and protocol support. Additional received on the RX fiber, and will respond to the Master
accessories are being continuously developed. Contact station by first echoing the incoming command and then
your Cooper Power Systems representative for the latest sending the response. This arrangement is best suited
information regarding particular media and communica- for creation of low cost multi device fiber loops. For reli-
tion protocol support. able communications, the fiber loop system requires that
all devices in the loop remain powered at all times, thus
RS485 Serial Communication Card enabling unobstructed flow of information throughout the
loop.
The RS485 serial communication card accessory pro-
vides means for establishing asynchronous link-based A more resilient system can be designed by using the
digital communications with the Form 6-TS yard mount fiber-optic ports in a point-to-point or multiple point-to-
control. The Galvanic isolated (1000V DC) RS485 port point (star) configuration. For this mode, the toggle
uses a single shielded twisted pair connection and can switch must be set in the NON-ECHO mode. The Form
support 16 devices in multi-drop configuration. 6-TS yard mount control will respond to the Master sta-
Communication speed is controlled through software and tion by sending a response only (total separation of
can be set at: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19.2k, 38.4k, Receive and Transmit fibers). Additional hardware (fiber-
57.6k, and 115kBPS. optic star coupler) is required to support the multiple
point-to-point device configurations.
Digital communications must be programmed through
the Communications Workbench to ensure proper oper- Ethernet Communication Cards
ation of the RS485 communication card accessory.
Refer to Service Information S280-70-9 Form 6-TS The Ethernet communication card accessory brings the
Control Programming Guide for additional protocol sup- Ethernet network connectivity to the Form 6-TS yard
port information. mount recloser control platform. It is highly flexible, offer-
ing simultaneous support for multiple sessions, device
Fiber-Optic Based Serial management (ProView over TCP/IP) and SCADA com-
Communication Card munications (DNP3 over TCP/IP).
The Fiber-Optic based Serial Communication Card offers By natively supporting a set of widely accepted industry
means of establishing asynchronous (RS-232 like) digital standards (TCP/IP, UDP/IP, OSI) the Ethernet communi-
communications through multi-mode fiber media. The cation accessory ensures seamless interoperability with
use of the fiber-optic based serial communication card other network devices.
accessory can enhance communication reliability, and
provides excellent electrical isolation thus protecting
transmitted data from extraneous electrical interference.
An optional fiber-optic-to-RS-232D converter with DB-25
connector (Catalog Number KME4-163) is available for
interfacing between an optical signal and a hard-wired
RS-232 signal, when required.

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Standard
(No Communication Option) RS-485 Communication Serial Fiber
RS-485 C + -
TX NON-ECHO RX
TX RX

IRIG-B IRIG-B IRIG-B

#2 #1 #2 #1 #2 #1 Default Primary
ETHERNET ETHERNET ETHERNET Ethernet Interface

IRIG-B IRIG-B IRIG-B

Ethernet 10/100 Base-T Ethernet 100 Base-FX Ethernet 10/100 Base-T,


Type 1 Type 2 100 Base-FX
Type 3
Figure 29.
Back panel Ethernet and Communication options.

The Ethernet communication card accessory is offered in The Ethernet communication accessory card (Figure 29)
3 physical layer configurations (twisted pair and optical- is equipped with two physical ports configured to act as
fiber options) as shown in Table 7. primary and standby LAN connections. Availability of the
backup communication port enables creation of highly
TABLE 7 redundant Ethernet networks thus increasing the overall
Ethernet Communication Card Configurations system reliability.
Card Output Communication Note: Under normal network conditions, all communications
Type Configurations Connectors Speed will be channeled through the primary port (#1, Figure
29), with the standby port either logically disabled, or
1 10/100 Base-T 2 * RJ-45 10 / 100MBps configured for fast automatic throw-over in case of the
(auto switching) primary Ethernet link failure. Refer to Service
Information S280-70-9 Form 6-TS Control
2 100 Base-FX 2 * MT-RJ 100MBps
(fiber) (full duplex) Programming Guide for additional Ethernet accessory
configuration information.
3 10/100 Base-T, RJ-45 + MT-RJ 10/100MBps
100 Base-FX and 100MBps

Maximum link length is determined by the use of the par-


ticular physical layer implementation, and can be further
constrained by the actual network configuration. In case
of the 100Base-FX MT-RJ connector based implementa-
tion, maximum link length in excess of 2000m can be
achieved with 62.5/125µm multi mode fiber. The fiber-
optic link uses 1300nm wavelength, and can easily be
interfaced to other 100Base-FX solutions (ST connector
patch cord solution).

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TESTING

CAUTION: Equipment misoperation. Do not


! connect this control to an energized recloser until
CONTROL OK
CONTROL POWER
CONTROL LOCKOUT
A PHASE FAULT
B PHASE FAULT
C PHASE FAULT
all control settings have been properly programmed RECLOSER OPEN GROUND FAULT

and verified. Refer to the programming information for RECLOSER CLOSED SENSITIVE GND

this control. Failure to comply can result in control and Control OK LED
recloser misoperation, equipment damage, and per- Figure 31.
sonal injury. G110.3
Control OK LED.

All other tests described in this TESTING section require


IMPORTANT: The Form 6 recloser control can be the Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control to be removed
taken out of service for testing and placed back into from service, connected to a bypassed recloser, or tested
service without de-energizing its recloser and inter- at a location where the proper testing equipment is avail-
rupting the system. However, during the time the con- able. Refer to Remove the Control from Service for the
trol is out of service, the recloser is inoperative. proper procedure to remove the control from service.

Testing an Installed Control Remove the Control from


The following tests to determine initial operation of the Service
Form 6-TS yard mount recloser control can be performed
while connected to an operating recloser. IMPORTANT: Disconnect switches for AC sensing
and power connections are necessary to isolate the
Note: These are the only tests performed on an installed,
Form 6-TS control for testing and servicing.
operating control.
1. Verify operating status of all indicator lights by press- 1. Enable GND TRIP BLOCKED to allow for ground trip
ing and holding the LAMP TEST key for two seconds to be disabled when re-energized.
on the programming panel (Figure 30). A. Press the CHANGE button on the Operator Panel
2. Check the operational values for currents, voltages, to enter the CHANGE mode.
and other metering information. B. Depress the GND TRIP BLOCKED button within
Note: Scroll through the LCD display messages by press- ten seconds after entering the CHANGE mode.
ing the  and  cursor movement arrows under- Note: If the GND TRIP BLOCK button is not
neath the LCD display on the programming panel depressed within ten seconds, the function is
(Figure 30). not activated.

LCD Display
2. Remove DC power from the control using a separate
disconnect switch.
METERING SETTINGS

RESET
TARGETS
OPER
COUNTER
3. Remove control AC sensing voltage from the control
LAMP TEST Key using a separate disconnect switch.
F1 F2 F3 F4

EVENTS ALARMS

LAMP TEST
MENU + CHANGE
! WARNING: Hazardous voltage. If the recloser
is energized while the control cable is discon-
Cursor Movement
nected, the CT secondaries can generate high volt-
Arrows ENTER — ages. Contact with high voltage can cause severe per-
RS-232 DATA PORT

sonal injury or death. T204.2

Figure 30.
Lamp Test button, LCD display, and cursor move-
4. Disconnect control cable from the control.
ment arrows.
Note: Do not disconnect any of the three recloser cables
from the reclosers or junction box unless all of the
3. Check that the LED for Control OK is illuminated on above steps have been completed. Refer to
the control operator panel (Figure 31). This indicates Service Information S280-42-2 NOVA-TS Recloser
the presence of DC power. Installation and Operation Instructions.
Note: The control includes a Power Save feature that will 5. Remove any control input and status output wiring
turn off the backlit LCD display and all LEDs if no from TB1, TB3, and TB4 (Figure 8).
front panel keypad is pressed within ten minutes.
Pressing the LAMP TEST key will reactivate the 6. Disconnect any serial communications ports and IRIG-
display and active LEDs. B timing connections (Figure 8).
7. Disconnect the ground from the control.
8. Carefully transport the control to a suitable service
facility.

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Electrical Testing of NOVA-TS 115Vac Variable

Triple-Single Reclosers Autotransformer


(10 Amp)
600:5
Recloser
Use 2/0 cable or larger BCT ON 600:5 Tap

WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Solidly ground


!all equipment. Failure to comply can result in
6 4 2
Load
2 Clamp-On
death, severe personal injury, and equipment damage. Ammeter

T223.2 Source
5 3 1

Each unit in the Type NOVA-TS Triple-Single recloser uti-


lizes an interface circuit located in its mechanism hous-
ing. The electronic interface circuit controls the opening
and closing signals to the magnetic actuator.
Figure 32 shows a test circuit for NOVA-TS reclosers with
the Form 6-TS control.
Use this circuit to simulate load current and for testing
minimum trip operation and sequencing the mechanism
with the Form 6-TS control for each phase. Triple-Single Form 6-TS
Junction Box Control

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper operation, always


verify that the three cables between the junction box
and the reclosers are connected when the control is in Figure 32.
single-phase trip, three-phase lockout mode or three- Suggested test circuit for NOVA-TS Triple-Single
phase trip, three-phase lockout (ganged) mode. reclosers with Form 6-TS control.

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Return the Control to Service WARNING: Hazardous voltage. If the recloser


WARNING: This equipment is not intended to
! is energized while the control cable is discon-
! protect human life. Follow all locally approved
nected, the CT secondaries can generate high volt-
ages. Contact with high voltage can cause severe per-
procedures and safety practices when installing or sonal injury or death. T204.2
operating this equipment. Failure to comply can result
in death, severe personal injury, and equipment dam- 3. Connect control cable to the control.
age. G102.1
4. Connect control AC sensing voltage to the control via
After the required work or testing is completed, follow this disconnect switches.
procedure to return the control to service: Note: Refer to Customer Connections for DC Power
and AC Voltage Sensing section.
CAUTION: Equipment misoperation. Do not
! connect this control to an energized recloser 5. Connect DC power to the control via disconnect
switches.
until all control settings have been properly pro-
grammed and verified. Refer to the programming infor- Note: Refer to Customer Connections for DC Power
mation for this control. Failure to comply can result in and AC Voltage Sensing section.
control and recloser misoperation, equipment dam- 6. The NOVA-TS recloser(s) and Form 6-TS control are
age, and personal injury. G110.3
ready for service. Once installed, remove bypass
switches on the recloser.
1. Verify that all control settings are correct prior to 7. Disable GND TRIP BLOCKED.
installation.
A. Press the CHANGE button on the Operator Panel
WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Recloser and to enter the CHANGE mode.
! control must be solidly grounded. Follow all local- B. Depress the GND TRIP BLOCKED button within
ly approved procedures and safety practices when ten seconds after entering the CHANGE mode.
grounding this equipment. Improper grounding can
result in contact with high voltage, which will cause Note: If the GND TRIP BLOCK button is not
depressed within ten seconds, the function is
death or severe personal injury. G115.1
not activated.
2. Connect the ground to the control.
Note: Refer to Grounding the Control section.

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Form 6 Triple-Single Yard Mount Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Factory-Authorized Service
CAUTION: This equipment requires routine Centers
!inspection and maintenance to ensure proper
operation. If it is not maintained, it can fail to operate Factory-authorized service centers are located through-
properly. Improper operation can cause equipment out the continental United States to provide mainte-
damage and possible personal injury. G105.1 nance, repair and testing services for Kyle controls and
reclosers. For further information, contact your Cooper
Power Systems representative.
Replacement Kits
Replacement kits for the Kyle Form 6-TS yard mount Factory Testing and
recloser control are available through the factory Service Troubleshooting Classes
Department. To order these kits, refer to the
Replacement Parts price list for catalog numbers and The factory service department offers a basic testing and
pricing. Contact your Cooper Power Systems represen- troubleshooting course for the Form 6 microprocessor-
tative for additional information and order procedures. based recloser control. This course, taught by experi-
enced service technicians, is held at the factory’s in-
house training facility. For additional information, contact
your Cooper Power Systems representative.

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