Manual Operation of Energized
Recloser
To manually operate an energized Type VXE recloser,
use a hotstick to engage of the yellow operating handle
located under the sleet hood. When the handle is pulled
down, the mechanism is tripped to open the main con-
tacts. Contact position is indicated by the OPEN flag of
the contact position indicator. When the handle is pushed
up, the closing solenoid is energized to latch the main
contacts in the closed position.
Non-Reclosing Operation
When the non-reclosing lever has been manually pulled
down into the non-reclosing position, any current over
minimum-trip rating will cause the control to automati-
cally lock open the recloser on the first trip operation,
instead of cycling through the normal operating
sequence. The recloser will trip on the programmed TCC
for the first trip operation. The non-reclosing lever does
not interfere with manual recloser operation. The reclos-
er can be opened or closed manually regardless of the
position of the non-reclosing lever.
Automatic Operation
When the VXE recloser is closed and in service, it oper-
ates automatically, per the settings programmed in the
control, as overcurrent conditions demand. However,
once locked out, it must be manually closed by pulling the
yellow manual operating handle down and returning the
yellow handle to its up (Closed) position. If the VXE con-
trol is equipped with the optional SCADA input/output
accessory board, the recloser can be remotely closed
from lockout.
Lockout Indication
When the recloser is locked-out, the yellow manual oper-
ating handle will not drop down from under the sleet
hood. Lockout is indicated by the Lockout Indicator locat-
ed at the bottom of the control cabinet. A round orange
target is displayed when the control is in lockout. When
the control is not in lockout, the display is black.
Type VXE Single-Phase Electronically Controlled Recloser Installation and Operation Instructions
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OPERATION
WARNING:
This equipment is not intended to
protect human life. Follow all locally approved pro-
cedures and safety practices when installing or operating
this equipment. Failure to comply can result in death,
severe personal injury, and equipment damage.
G102.1
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WARNING:
Hazardous voltage. Do not rely on
the open position of the yellow operating handle
or the contact position indicator; it does not ensure that
the line has been de-energized. Always establish a vis-
ible disconnect. Failure to follow proper safety prac-
tices can result in contact with high voltage, which will
cause death or severe personal injury.
G114.1
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WARNING:
Hazardous voltage. Always use a
hotstick when working with this equipment.
Failure to do so could result in contact with high volt-
age, which will cause death or severe personal injury.
G108.1
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