1NOVA™ STS Single-Tank,Triple-Single,Electronically ControlledRecloserINSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MN280046EN May 2016Product informationIntroductionService Information MN280046EN provides installation,operation, and service instructions for Eaton’s Cooper Powerseries NOVA™ STS single-tank, triple-single electronicallycontrolled recloser.Read this manual firstRead and understand the contents of this manual and followall locally approved procedures and safety practices beforeinstalling or operating this equipment.This recloser is used in conjunction with a Form 6 Triple-Single recloser control. Refer to Service Information S280-70-7 Form 6 Triple-Single, Microprocessor-Based Pole MountRecloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions.Additional informationThese instructions can not cover all details or variations inthe equipment, procedures, or processes described norprovide directions for meeting every possible contingencyduring installation, operation, or maintenance. For additionalinformation, contact your Eaton’s Cooper Power seriesproduct representative.Acceptance and initial inspectionEach recloser is completely assembled, tested, andinspected at the factory. It is in good condition whenaccepted by the carrier for shipment. Upon receipt, inspectthe shipping container for signs of damage. Unpack therecloser and inspect it thoroughly for damage incurredduring shipment. If damage is discovered, file a claim withthe carrier immediately.Handling and storageBe careful during handling and storage of the recloser tominimize the possibility of damage. If the recloser is to bestored for any length of time prior to installation, provide aclean, dry storage area.Eaton recommends transporting the Cooper Power seriesNOVA reclosers in the closed position to maximize theoperational performance of the unit.StandardsNOVA STS single-tank, triple-single, electronically controlledreclosers are designed and tested in accordance with:●● IEEE Std C37.60™–2012 standard●● ANSI® C37.85–2002Quality standardsISO 9001 Certified Quality Management SystemDescriptionThe NOVA STS single-tank, triple-single recloser consists ofthree single-phase reclosers in a single tank. Each recloserconsists of an interrupting module, with an embeddedcurrent transformer, and mechanism mounted on analuminum or stainless steel tank. The tank is suitable forpole or substation mounting. The interrupter modulesutilize outdoor cycloaliphatic-epoxy-encapsulated vacuuminterrupters.The three single-phase reclosers that make up the NOVASTS recloser are controlled by a single microprocessor-based recloser control that can be programmed for threeoperating modes.●● Single-phase trip, Single-phase lockout●● Single-phase trip, Three-phase lockout●● Three-phase trip, Three-phase lockoutRefer to Service Information S280-70-7 Form 6 Triple-Single, Microprocessor-Based Pole Mount Recloser ControlInstallation and Operation Instructions for a description ofthe control operation.