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COOPER POWER Reclosers SERIES Effective July 2018 MN280080EN Supersedes May 2017 Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control installation and operation instructions F6 Recloser Control COOPER POWER SERIES...
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CONTENTS OF THIS DOCUMENT SHALL NOT BECOME PART OF OR MODIFY ANY CONTRACT BETWEEN THE PARTIES. In no event will Eaton be responsible to the purchaser or user in contract, in tort (including negligence), strict liability or other-wise for any special, indirect, incidental or consequential damage or loss whatsoever, including but not limited to...
FOR LIFE FOR LIFE Eaton meets or exceeds all applicable industry standards relating to product safety in its Cooper Power™ series products. 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 Eaton employees involved in product design, manufacture, marketing, and service.
ANSI standards When shipped from the factory, the battery source otee: Eaton Cooper Power series reclosers are designed and is disconnected and its output plugs are taped to the tested in accordance with the following ANSI standards: cabinet. Connect the battery plugs into the mating C37 .60 and C37 .85 and ANSI Guide C37 .61.
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Form 6 triple-single control description otee: Battery life is decreased at higher temperatures. Dispose expired batteries in an environmentally responsible manner. Consult local regulations for proper battery disposal. Description The Form 6 Triple-Single (Form 6-TS) control is designed for Operation upon loss of AC power use with these reclosers to provide protection, metering, The control is equipped with a 13 Amp-Hour 24 VDC lead...
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control The control is accessible from both the front and back of Phase operation the cabinet (Figure 1). In Three-Phase Trip, Three-Phase Lockout (ganged) mode, all three phases simultaneously trip and close. Theory of operation In Single-Phase Trip, Three-Phase Lockout and Single-Phase A functional block diagram of the Form 6-TS control is Trip, Single-Phase Lockout modes, each phase operates...
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Control front panel Front panel text messaging The Form 6-TS 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 displays The front panel is separated into two clearly identified, any active user-configured text messages.
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Programming panel otee: The CHANGE mode is a ten second period in which one function setting can be changed. If no change The Programming panel has the following sections: is made in that time, the control returns to the One-touch analysis keys current setting.
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Status indicator LEDs is not in progress on those one or two phases. This LED (blinking or steady) does not indicate that any phase is open. The status indicator LEDs in the Programming section of RECLOSER OPEN: The steady green LED indicates all the Operator Panel give instant information on the control three phases are in the open position.
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control phases. The Single-Phase Undervoltage Pickup setting Hot Line Tag takes precedence over Cold Load Pickup, controls the voltage indication for the front panel LEDs as Non-Reclosing, and Fast Trips Disabled. defined in the Voltage setting dialog box for the active setting Hot Line Tag is activated from either the operator panel profile.
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control otee: In the event of main microprocessor failure, GND TRIP BLOCKED the trip circuit can operate independent of the The Ground Trip Blocked function blocks all ground sensing main microprocessor. in the control for the active profile. This red indicator is illuminated when Ground Trip Block is activated from the CLOSE Pushbutton serial port, I/O, the interface software, or locally (via the...
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control WARNING IMPORTANT Hazardous voltage . Do not rely on the open position of If the power save feature is enabled (default), and more than ten minutes elapses since the last panel operation, all the the yellow operating handle;...
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Protection profiles Cold Load Pickup also includes TCC Multipliers, TCC Adders, Minimum Response Time, Time Dial Reset, and High Current Four protection profiles capable of fully specifying control Lockout. Also, direct values, not multiples of minimum trip, operation are standard in the control.
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Event recorder The TCC Editor II includes a complete database of standard recloser industry time current curves (TCC), both ANSI The Form 6-TS control contains capabilities to perform and IEC types, along with the ability to customize the Sequence of Events time-stamping for up to 69 event TCCs with multipliers, constant time adders, or minimum types.
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Idea workbench close calculation, the sync check system performs verification of line and bus voltage magnitudes and frequencies to The Idea Workbench provides access to various inputs, determine that they are within pre-determined ranges, and intermediate variables, and internal Form 6 alarms, status, that the angular difference between the two systems is also and targets to allow user-customization of the Form 6-TS...
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control There is one standard 9-pin RS-232 and one optional When a communication protocol is selected for the communication port (RS-485, serial fiber, Ethernet wire optional communication boards (serial fiber or the RS-485 or fiber or both) on the back operator panel, as well as a serial port), the RS-232 serial port is defaulted to ProView standard IRIG-B port for user time-syncing.
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Installation procedure Duty cycle monitor The Duty Cycle Monitor provides the following duty cycle information: Initial programming prior to installation Measures and records duty for each individual phase in ● ● CAUTION non-volatile memory. The recloser duty is measured and stored on the basis Equipment misoperation .
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Mount the Form 6-TS recloser control in a convenient, IMPORTANT accessible location. Mounting dimensions are provided in Figure 10. All external inputs to the Form 6 recloser control must be routed within 8 inches of their corresponding ground. During Unless otherwise specified, dimensions shown in otee: a surge, a potential of approximately 1.5 kV per foot can...
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control SHACKLE DIAMETER .177-295" SHACKLE DIAMETER .295-.394" (1.25) otee: DO NOT use a smaller shackle (.177-.295) in the larger diameter hole (12.25) as it will NOT LOCK the cabinet. 16 (.63) Dia. RS-232 CONTROL OK A PHASE FAULT ALARM A PHASE VOLTAGE...
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Grounding the control IMPORTANT WARNING All external inputs to the Form 6-TS control must be routed within 8 inches of their corresponding ground. During a Hazardous voltage . Recloser and control must surge, a potential of approximately 1.5 kV per foot can be solidly grounded .
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Form 6-TS Control Form 6-TS Control Input Terminal Block Transformer Transformer Line Line NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Voltage Input Terminal Block External External Ground Lug Ground Lug Transformer ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Surge Typical transformer mounting is Line to Neutral connected transformer...
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Grounding with a remote supply voltage transformer; 4-wire multi-grounded, 3-wire ungrounded, or impedance-grounded IMPORTANT Installation of a Form 6-TS control with a remote supply voltage transformer must include the following: In pole-mounted applications, a ground connection must Protection of the recloser bushings and the supplying be made between the recloser, transformer, recloser ●...
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Grounding on a 3-Wire uni-grounded system Supply Voltage Input Terminal Form 6-TS Control Block Installation of a Form 6-TS control on a 3-wire uni-ground Transformer system must include the following: NEUTRAL Protection of the recloser bushings and the supplying ●...
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control WARNING CAUTION Hazardous voltage . Before applying power to the control, Equipment misoperation . Verify that the 120/240 VAC confirm that male pins of the input power receptacle are selector switch is correctly set for incoming voltage . electrically insulated to prevent unintentional contact Failure to comply may cause misoperation (unintentional with 120/240 VAC voltage .
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Power connections The transformer required for power should be a minimum of 1 kVA. Voltage Sensing Connections Load Source V(3-4) V(5-6) V (1-2) BØ Factory Wiring for Wye Connection otee: Terminal Block positions TB7-3 and TB7-4 are factory- jumpered together.
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control DANGER WARNING Hazardous voltage . Do not connect potential transformer Hazardous voltage . Before applying power to the control, low-voltage secondaries to the control through cables confirm that male pins of the input power receptacle are or other wiring until the unit is installed in the field .
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control DANGER WARNING Hazardous voltage . Do not connect potential transformer Hazardous voltage . Before applying power to the control, low-voltage secondaries to the control through cables confirm that male pins of the input power receptacle are or other wiring until the unit is installed in the field .
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control DANGER WARNING Hazardous voltage . Do not connect potential transformer Hazardous voltage . Before applying power to the control, low-voltage secondaries to the control through cables confirm that male pins of the input power receptacle are or other wiring until the unit is installed in the field .
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Table 4 . Ratings table for output status contact NOTICE SS1(Resistive load – pickup time 2 ms, dropout 15 ms) External leads must be shielded and the shield must Input voltage Contact rating be grounded at both ends .
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control NOTICE IMPORTANT External leads must be shielded and the shield must Shielding and Surge Protection of Supervisory Cables be grounded at both ends . Terminate each lead with All supervisory operation and control monitor leads must be a 320 VAC, 150 Joules metal oxide varistor (MOV), or protected within shielded cables.
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Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control FORM 6-TS RECLOSER CONTROL SHIELD Factory-Supplied Customer Wiring 28 Vdc Whetting Voltage Terminals 28 Vdc Whetting Voltage — Customer Wiring REMOTE Three-Phase Supervisory Trip and Lockout Three-Phase Supervisory Close Three-Phase Remote Trip and Lockout A Phase Recloser...
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Rear panel RS-232 communication port pin J1-RS-232 assignments Tables 5 indicates the pin assignments for the rear panel RS-232 communication port (Figure 24). Refer to Figure 25 for pin identification. Refer to Communication protocols for additional information. Refer to the Accessories section of this manual for additional communication options.
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control For 120 VAC incoming power, the selector switch must Using removable inserts ● ● be set to the 115V position. NOTICE For 240 VAC incoming power, the selector switch must ● ● be set to the 230V position. Control damage .
Standard (3 inputs / 5 outputs) or Additional control and tighten all hardware completely. (8 inputs / 8 outputs). Accessories DIF Board Accessory These accessories are available. Contact your Eaton representative for additional information. RS-485 C + – CO2 CO3 CO4...
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Cable locking sleeves WARNING To prevent detachment of the control cable from the control Hazardous voltage . Before applying power to the control, cabinet by unauthorized personnel, a cable-locking sleeve confirm that male pins of the input power receptacle are is available to enclose the cable plug.
● ● Fiber-optic-based Serial Communication Card (ST) Refer to Table 7. ● ● 10/100 Base-T dual Ethernet communication card Contact your Eaton representative for any additional ● ● (2* RJ-45) voltage requirements. 100 Base-FX dual Ethernet communication card ● ●...
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(TX) ports operating at 820nm. Typical transmission distance is 2000m with 62.5/125µm multi-mode fiber. Consult your Eaton representative for availability of long haul solutions. Link communication speed is controlled through software and can be set at: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19.2 k, and 38.4 k.
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control LCD Display CONTROL OK A PHASE FAULT METERING SETTINGS CONTROL POWER B PHASE FAULT RESET OPER CONTROL LOCKOUT C PHASE FAULT COUNTER TARGETS LAMP TEST Key RECLOSER OPEN GROUND FAULT RECLOSER CLOSED SENSITIVE GND ALARMS EVENTS MENU...
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Service Information S280-42-2 NOVA-TS Recloser Perform a battery charging cycle. Refer to Battery ● ● Installation and Operation Instructions charging in the Battery test and charging procedures section of these instructions. Service Information S280-44-1 NOVA STS Recloser ●...
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control Press the MENU button on the front panel. Variable 115Vac Autotransformer (10 Amp) 600:5 Using the down arrow key, navigate to the BATTERY Recloser Use 2/0 cable or larger BCT ON 600:5 Tap menu and press ENTER.
Form 6 triple-single microprocessor-based pole-mount recloser control IMPORTANT Do not attempt to charge a lead acid battery below 2 VDC with the KA43ME7001 charger. The charger requires a minimal voltage to sense a battery is connected. If the lead acid battery is below 19 VDC for over 2 days, replace the battery.
Factory-authorized service centers are located throughout CAUTION the continental United States to provide maintenance, repair and testing services for Eaton Cooper Power series Equipment misoperation . Verify that the 120/240 VAC selector switch is correctly set for incoming voltage .
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