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SPEAR™ Single-Phase Recloser System
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS   MN280048EN   June 2016
12.  Perform a battery test on the new battery (assuming it 
has been adequately charged) to confirm the state of 
the new battery and wire assembly connections. Refer 
to the Battery test and charging procedures section.
Return the control to service
After the required work is completed, proceed as follows:
1.   Remove AC power from the control.
2.  Disconnect the control battery.
3.  Disconnect the control from the test set.
Follow this procedure to return the control to service:
1.   Appropriate personnel must verify that all control 
settings are correct.
2.  Reconnect the ground cable to the control.
3.  Control cable properly connected, fully tightened to 
ensure gasket seal, and supported on both ends.
4.  Plug in the control battery.
ote:N The SPEAR single-phase recloser control will not 
automatically power up until AC power is applied.
5.  Apply AC power to the control.
6.  Verify the control clock is set to the current time after 
AC power has been reapplied.
ote:N The control clock may require resetting if the 
operating power has been disconnected for more 
than thirty days. Refer to Service Information 
MN280012EN SPEAR Single-Phase Recloser Control 
Programming Guide for information on setting the 
control clock.
Figure 44. 
Wing 
nut
Wing 
nut
Wing 
nut
Reinstall wing nuts and battery bracket
Additional information
 CAUTION
This equipment requires routine inspection and 
maintenance to ensure proper operation. If it is not 
maintained, it can fail to operate properly. Improper 
operation can cause equipment damage and possible 
personal injury. 
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Replacement kits
Replacement parts kits for the SPEAR single-phase 
recloser control are available through the factory Service 
Department. Only factory-authorized parts are to be used. 
To order replacement parts, refer to Parts Guide S260-01 
through S280-01 for catalog numbers. Contact your Eaton 
representative for additional information and ordering 
procedures.
Factory-authorized service centers
Factory-authorized service centers are located throughout 
the continental United States to provide maintenance, repair 
and testing services for Eaton’s Distribution Switchgear 
products. Refer to Service Centers Brochure B100-04009 for 
the Authorized Service Center closest to your location. For 
further information, contact your Eaton representative.
Factory maintenance classes
The factory service department offers a basic testing 
and troubleshooting course for the SPEAR single-phase 
recloser system. This course, taught by experienced 
service technicians, is held at the factory’s in-house training 
facility. For additional information, contact your Eaton 
representative.
Type MET recloser control tester
A 30-minute video program KSPV7 Kyle Type MET Electronic 
Recloser Control Tester Operation and Testing Procedures 
is available as a supplemental training aid for service 
personnel.