19NOVA® 15i, NOVA 27i, and NOVA 38i; Three-phasemicroprocessor-controlled; installation and operationinstructions (S280-43-1)Instructional Literature IL0104001EEffective January 2017Service informationService requirementsThe NOVA i recloser has been designed with a minimum mechani-cal life of 10,000 operations. The NOVA i recloser requires routineinspection to check for physical damage and verify proper opera-tion.Frequency of inspectionBecause these reclosers are applied under widely varying operat-ing and climatic conditions, service intervals are best determinedby the user based on actual operating experience.Testing operationThis recloser is used with the Form 6/FXD microprocessor-basedrecloser controls. Refer to the control operation manual.1. Check the nameplate ratings. Make sure the ratings, settings,and interface options on the recloser nameplate (see Figure 6)are correct for the planned testing.2. Test electrical open and close operation. Close and open therecloser contacts using the microprocessor control. Confirm thatthe contacts have closed and opened by:A. The OPEN/CLOSE contact position indicator, orB. By a continuity check between the recloser terminals.3. Test manual open. Pull the yellow manual open handle (seeFigure 13) down to open the recloser contacts. Confirm that thecontacts have opened by:A. The OPEN/CLOSE contact position indicator, orB. By a continuity check between the recloser terminals.4. To close the recloser contacts:A. First, push the yellow manual open handle up.B. Close the recloser using the microprocessor-based control.This 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.WARNING