Pairing Process Takes Longer Than Expected - S&C TripSaver II Pairing Manual

Pairing Process Takes
Longer Than Expected
Pairing a TripSaver II recloser should take approximately 5 minutes. In some cases, it
may take up to 15 minutes. If after waiting for 15 minutes the gateway (after refreshing
the browser) does not register as paired, complete the following procedure:
STEP 1. Mitigate any signal interference using the techniques in the "Signal
Interference" section on page 14.
STEP 2. Connect to the communications gateway as described on page 8. Remove the
TripSaver II recloser's entry on the Device Management screen.
STEP 3. With the recloser removed from the utility pole, connect to the TripSaver II
recloser using the service center configuration software and the service center
configuration kit (USB transceiver, corded power module, and ac adapter).
Detailed instructions for connecting to a TripSaver II recloser using the service
center configuration software can be found in S&C Instruction Sheet 461-504.
STEP 4. Navigate to the Communication Settings menu and click on the
Communication Mode dropdown box. Change the Communication mode to
"Non-Gateway Mode."
Click on the Apply Communication Mode button. Note: the Apply
STEP 5.
Communication Mode button will not apply any changes made on any other
menu screens. If changes have been made to another menu screen, such as the
TCC Curve Settings screen, click on the Apply button.
The TripSaver II recloser is now in Non-Gateway mode. Then, select Gateway
STEP 6.
mode from the dropdown menu. Click on the Apply Communication Mode
button to place the recloser back in Gateway mode. Disconnect the
TripSaver II recloser from the service center configuration software by clicking
on the Disconnect button.
Pair the TripSaver II recloser with the new communications gateway using the
STEP 7.
instructions in the "Pairing a TripSaver II Recloser with a Communications
Gateway" section starting on page 10.
Troubleshooting
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