12Effective January 2017NOVA® 15i, NOVA 27i, and NOVA 38i; Three-phasemicroprocessor-controlled; installation and operationinstructions (S280-43-1)Instructional Literature IL0104001EOperationElectrical operationThe NOVA i recloser utilizes an interface circuit located in themechanism housing. The electronic interface circuit controls theopening and closing signals to the magnetic actuator.OPEN/CLOSE contact position indicatorThe OPEN/CLOSE contact position indicator consists of a redCLOSED and a green OPEN indicator located on the bottom of themechanism housing (see Figure 13).Hotstick operation (manual open, electricalclose)The recloser may be opened manually by using a hotstick to pulldown the yellow manual OPEN handle, located on the front of therecloser (see Figure 13). To close the recloser after a manualopening, first, push the yellow manual open handle up. Then, usingthe microprocessor control, close the recloser.If the yellow manual OPEN handle remains in the down position, the reclosercannot be closed electrically from the control.IMPORTANTThis equipment is not intended to protect human life. Follow all locallyapproved procedures and safety practices when installing or operatingthis equipment. Failure to comply can result in death, severe personalinjury, and equipment damage.WARNINGHazardous voltage. Do not rely on the open position of the yellowoperating handle or the contact position indicator; it does not ensure thatthe line has been de-energized. Always establish a visible disconnect.Failure to follow proper safety practices can result in contact with highvoltage, which will cause death or severe personal injury.WARNINGHazardous voltage. Always use a hotstick when working with thisequipment. Failure to do so could result in contact with high voltage,which will cause death or severe personal injury.WARNINGHazardous voltage. Never rely on the open position of the operatinghandle or the contact position indicator; it does not ensure that the line isde-energized. Follow all locally approved safety practices. Failure tocomply can result in contact with high voltage, which will cause death orsevere personal injury.WARNINGFigure 13.NOVA i recloser OPEN/CLOSE contact position indicator,nameplate, and manual OPEN handle.OPEN/CLOSE ContactPosition IndicatorNameplateManualOPEN Handle