Form 6 recloser control KME6-1875-1, KME6-1875-2, and KME6-1875-3fiber optic converter kits installation instructions1 InstallatIon InstructIons MN280079EN May 2017Product informationIntroductionService Information MN280079EN provides installationinstructions for Eaton Cooper Power series Form 6 reclosercontrol KME6-1875-1, KME6-1875-2, and KME6-1875-3 fiberoptic converter kits.Read this manual firstRead and understand the contents of this manual and followall locally approved procedures and safety practices beforeinstalling or operating this equipment.Additional informationThese instructions cannot cover all details or variationsin the equipment, procedures, or process described, norprovide directions for meeting every possible contingencyduring installation, operation, or maintenance. For additionalinformation, contact your Eaton representative.ANSI standardsEaton Cooper Power series reclosers are designed andtested in accordance with the following ANSI standards:C37.60 and C37.85 and ANSI Guide C37.61.Quality standardsISO 9001-Certified Quality Management System.Acceptance and initial inspectionEach Form 6 recloser control fiber optic converter kit is ingood condition at the factory and when accepted by thecarrier for shipment.Upon receipt, inspect the carton for signs of damage.Unpack the kit(s) and inspect it thoroughly for damageincurred during shipment. If damage is discovered, file aclaim with the carrier immediately.Handling and storageBe careful during handling and storage of the kit to minimizethe possibility of damage. If the kit is to be stored for anylength of time prior to installation, provide a clean, drystorage area.DescriptionThe fiber optic converter accessory provides a permanentlink for two-way, real-time, serial communications witha remote terminal unit (RTU), telephone modem, orpersonal computer.The instructions for these three Form 6 recloser controlfiber optic accessory kits are included in this manual:●● KME6-1875-1 Form 6 Pole Mount Control Kit●● KME6-1875-2 Form 6 Yard Mount Control Kit●● KME6-1875-3 Form 6 Rack Mount Control KitIMPORTANTThis kit can not be combined, installed, or used with theKME6-1801-1 auxiliary switch accessory kit available forthe Form 6 pole and yard mount recloser controlsFor additional information on installing the control,removing the control from service, and control testingprocedures, refer to the appropriate service manual foradditional information:●● Service Information MN280075EN Form 6 Rack MountRecloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions●● Service Information MN280076EN Form 6 Yard MountRecloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions●● Service Information MN280077EN Form 6 Pole MountRecloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions●● Service Information S280-70-4 Form 6 Recloser ControlProgramming GuideInstallationKME6-1875-1 fiber optic converter kit for form 6 polemount controlIMPORTANTThis kit can not be combined, installed, or used with theKME6-1801-1 auxiliary switch accessory kit