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NOVA™ STS Single-Tank, Triple-Single, Electronically Controlled Recloser
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS  MN280046EN   May 2016
Installation procedure
 WARNING 
Hazardous voltage. Always use a hotstick when working 
with this equipment. Failure to do so could result in 
contact with high voltage, which will cause death or 
severe personal injury.  
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 WARNING 
This equipment is not intended to protect human 
life. Follow all locally approved procedures and safety 
practices when installing or operating this equipment. 
Failure to comply can result in death, severe personal 
injury, and equipment damage. 
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When installing the recloser, refer to the applicable recloser 
mounting frame instructions. Installation instructions are 
included with the mounting frame.
1.   Check the data plate ratings. Make sure the ratings, 
settings, and interface options on each recloser 
data plate (see Figure 2) are correct for the planned 
installation.
Figure 2.  NOVA STS recloser data plate.
2.  Perform high-potential withstand tests. Prior to 
installing the NOVA STS recloser, perform high-potential 
withstand tests. Refer to the Service information 
section for high-potential withstand test procedures. 
This test will help identify any shipping damage 
affecting the dielectric condition of the recloser or the 
vacuum integrity of the interrupter.
 CAUTION 
Personal injury. Sheds on epoxy encapsulation have 
sharp edges. Wear protective gloves when handling the 
unit. Failure to do so can result in cuts and abrasions.   
 
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3.  Install the recloser. Install the recloser in the 
appropriate Eaton’s Cooper Power series pole- or 
substation mounting frame. See Figure 3 for moving 
and lifting instructions.
 WARNING 
Falling equipment. Use the lifting lugs provided and 
follow all locally approved safety practices when lifting 
and mounting the equipment. Lift the unit smoothly 
and do not allow the unit to shift. Improper lifting 
can result in severe personal injury, death, and/or 
equipment damage. 
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Moving the recloser
The NOVA STS reclosers are shipped palletized (bolted onto 
a pallet). When moving with a fork truck/lift, the recloser 
must remain bolted to the pallet to avoid damage.
Eaton recommends transporting Cooper Power series NOVA 
reclosers in the closed position to maximize the operational 
performance of the unit.
Lifting the recloser
Follow all approved safety practices when making hitches 
and lifting the equipment. Lift the unit smoothly and do not 
allow the unit to shift.
 CAUTION 
Tip-over hazard. High center of gravity. Use a 4-point 
hitch to prevent switchgear from overturning during 
lifting operations. Improper lifting can result in personal 
injury or equipment damage. 
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Lifting
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: Sling height for 15 kV and 27 kV with 125 BIL units: 914 mm (36 in 
    Sling height for 27 kV with 150 BIL and 38 kV units: 1067 mm (42 in)
 
: Center of gravity (Cg) is approximately 254 mm (10 in) below plane of
Figure 3.  Moving and lifting the NOVA STS recloser.
 WARNING 
Hazardous voltage. Solidly ground all equipment. Failure 
to comply can result in death, severe personal injury, 
and equipment damage. 
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