Hubbell VERSA-TECH LT Owner's manual

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VERSA-TECH®I& VERSA-TECH®LT
Single-Phase Recloser
for Distribution Systems
Installation, Operation and
Maintenance Manual
IMPORTANT!
Keep this manual readily
available for future reference.
Electric Shock Hazard. All parts of recloser are energized.
Contact with in service recloser will cause death or severe injury.
Before contacting or servicing the equipment, or working on the electrical system, isolate and
ground the recloser from the electrical system. Verify recloser is de-energized by testing with
properly rated hot sticks and/or rubber gloves and volt meter.
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8100 Churchill Avenue
Leeds, Alabama 35094
[phone]
www.hubbellpowersystems.com
NOTE: Hubbell has a policy of continuous product improvement.
We reserve the right to change design and specifications
without notice. ©Copyright 2015 Hubbell Incorporated

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Warnings
IMPORTANT
These installation, operation and maintenance instructions do not claim to cover all details or variations in
equipment. Nor do they provide for all possible conditions encountered while installing, operating or maintain-
ing this equipment. If further information is desired or needed to address any particular installation, operation
or maintenance problem not covered in this document, contact your authorized factory representative.
The information in this document does not relieve the user from exercising good judgment in selecting equip-
ment for suitability of application. Nor does it relieve the user from using sound practices in installation, opera-
tion and maintenance of the equipment purchased.
Note: Because Hubbell has a policy of continuous product improvement, we reserve the right to change de-
sign and specications without notice. Should a conict arise between the general information in this docu-
ment and the contents of drawings or supplementary material, or both, the latter shall take precedence.
QUALIFIED PERSON
For the purpose of this manual, a qualied person is:
(a) familiar with the installation, construction or operation of the subject equipment and the hazards
involved with its installation, operation and maintenance.
(b) trained to de-energize, clear, ground, and tag circuits and equipment in accordance with established
safety practices.
(c) trained in the proper care and use of protective equipment such as rubber gloves, hard hat, safety
glasses or face shields, ash clothing, etc., in accordance with established utility safety practices.
(d) trained to render rst aid.
Electrical equipment contains hazardous voltages. Con-
tact with these hazards will cause death, severe personal
injury or damage equipment.
Only qualified personnel shall install, operate and maintain this equipment.
Always properly ground equipment and lock out electric power (de-en-
ergize) before maintenance. Using non-specified/unauthorized parts or
components to repair equipment, or tampering with safety devices/systems
will result in dangerous conditions which can cause death, severe personal
injury or damage to equipment.Take note of and follow all safety instructions
contained in this installation, operation and maintenance manual.
SUMMARY
The information in this document does not claim to cover all details or variations in equipment, nor to provide
for every possible contingency encountered with installation, operation, or maintenance. Should further infor-
mation be needed or problems arise that are not covered suciently, contact your factory representative.
The contents of this document are not part of, nor do they modify, any prior or existing agreement, commit-
ment or relationship. Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. terms and conditions of sale constitute the entire obliga-
tion of Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. The warranty in the terms and conditions of sale is the sole warranty of
Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. Any statements in this document do not create new warranties or modify any
existing warranty.
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Connecting to WiFi
Remote Radio Power
Radio Operation
Windows XP Local Radio Drivers Installation
Windows 7 Local Radio Drivers Installation
Windows 8 Local Radio Drivers Installation Guide
Versa-Tech Programmer Settings Tab
Connecting to a Recloser
Programming Settings
Minimum Trip Value
Non-Reclose /Hot Line Tag
Operations to Lockout
Manual Closing Delay Time
Sequence Coordination
Time-Current Curve Selection
Time-Current Curve Modiers
Minimum Response Time
Reclose Time
Reset Time
Cold Load Time
Cold Load Pickup
Record Manual Close
Time Stamp
Serial Number
Buttons Functions and General Form Controls
Real Time Monitoring
Events and Data Log
Time and Security
Scratchpad
Firmware Upgrade
7 — Testing
High-Potential Withstand Test
Minimum-Trip Current Test
Sequence of Operation Test
8 — Maintenance
9 — Trouble Shooting
Return Kit Packaging Instructions
Section Subject Page No.
1 — Overview
Safety Information
Ratings and Specications
Duty Cycle
Installation Alternatives
Catalog Number Matrix
Dimensions - Pole/Structure Mount
Dimensions - Crossarm Mount
2 — Installation Requirements
User Supplied Requirements
Hardware Torque Specications
3 — Receiving and Handling
Inspection
Unpacking
Components
Storage
4 — Installation
Installing NR Hookstick Adapter
Installation Options
Installation Preparation
Pole/Structure Surface Mounting
Crossarm Mounting
Connections
Place Recloser in Service
5 — Recloser Operation
Overview
Automatic Operation
Operations Counter
Non-Reclosing Lever/Hot Line Tag
Manual Operating Handle
Lockout Beacon
6 — Control Programming
Overview
Customer Supplied Requirements
Software Installation
Connecting Recloser to PC
To Establish Communications
Connecting Local Radio
5
9
10
11
17
19
Contents
Section Subject Page No.
42
44
46
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Contents
Tables & Figures....................................................Page Number
Table 1-1 Duty Cycle ................................................................................. 6
Table 1-2 Recloser Catalog Number Matrix............................................... 6
Table 2-1 Hardware Torque Specifications ............................................... 9
Table 9-1 Trouble Shooting Guide............................................................ 46
Figure 1-1 Pole/Structure Face Mounting .................................................6
Figure 1-2 Crossarm Mounting .................................................................6
Figure 3-1 Components............................................................................10
Figure 4-1 Packaged NR Hookstick Adapter Kit........................................11
Figure 4-2 NR Hookstick Adapter Kit Components................................... 11
Figure 4-3 NR Hookstick Adapter Positioning for Assembling...................11
Figure 4-4 Clevis Pin Insertion for NR Hookstick Adapter......................... 11
Figure 4-5 Cotter Pin Insertion for NR Hookstick Adapter......................... 11
Figure 4-6 Pole/Structure Face Mounting .................................................12
Figure 4-7 Crossarm Mounting ................................................................ 12
Figure 4-8 Bypass Arrangement .............................................................. 12
Figure 4-9 Program/Installation Tag ........................................................ 13
Figure 4-10 Pole/Structure Mount Assembly Detail ................................... 14
Figure 4-11 Pole/Structure Mount Installation ........................................... 14
Figure 4-12 Recloser in Sling ..................................................................... 14
Figure 4-13 Crossarm Assembly Detail ...................................................... 15
Figure 4-14 Crossarm Mount Installation ................................................... 15
Figure 5-1 Feature Position .......................................................................18
Figure 6-1 Connecting Local Radio ...........................................................19
Figure 6-2 Settings Tab of Programmer Software .................................... 27
Figure 6-3 Real Time Monitoring Tab of Programmer Software .............. 36
Figure 6-4 Events and Data Log Tab of Programmer Software ................ 37
Figure 6-5 Sequence Coordination enabled on four operations
and the SC Lockout option Checked ...................................... 38
Figure 6-6 Sequence Coordination enabled on four operations
and the SC Unchecked ........................................................... 38
Figure 6-7 Time and Security Tab ............................................................ 39
Figure 6-8 Scratchpad Tab ....................................................................... 40
Figure 7-1 Recloser attached to high potential test set ........................... 42
Figure 7-2 Recloser attached to high current test set ............................. 43
Figure 8-1 Battery bayonet in the recloser .............................................. 44
Figure 8-2 Battery bayonet partially removed from recloser ................... 44

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Signal Words
The signal words “DANGER,” “WARNING”
and “CAUTION” (along with their assigned
symbol) throughout this manual indicate the
degree of hazard the user may encounter.
These symbols and words are defined as:
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
! WARNING
! CAUTION
CAUTION
1 — Overview
Introduction
This manual is to guide you through
the programming, installation, opera-
tion and maintenance of the VERSA-
TECH®single-phase recloser. This
manual does not claim to cover
all situations that may arise during
installation. If additional informa-
tion is needed, contact your factory
representative. Nor does this manual
supersede your company’s estab-
lished guidelines and practices for
similar equipment. Take note of and
heed all danger, warning and cautions
contained in this document.
Product
The products covered by this manual
are the VERSA-TECH®single-phase
reclosers for medium voltage electri-
cal distribution circuits.
These products are designed for
distribution circuits only at their rated
capacities. They cannot be eld mod-
ied for capacities other than what
was shipped with the units.
Function
This product is a single-phase re-
closer designed to provide a means
for interrupting, sectionalizing and
isolating faults on electrical distribu-
tion systems.
CAUTION used without the safety alert
symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
property damage.
Qualied Person
Only qualied trained and competent
personnel that understand proper
safety procedures must select, install
and service this equipment.
Read and understand these instruc-
tions before installing, operating or
maintaining this equipment.
This guide is not a substitute for
adequate training and experience
in safety procedures for this type of
equipment.
All parts of recloser are energized.
Contact with components will cause severe
personal injury, death, or property damage.
Only qualified personnel should work on or
around this equipment after becoming thor-
oughly familiar with this document and other
publications regarding this equipment.
This equipment is not intended to protect hu-
man life.
Can cause death, severe personal injury, and/or equipment
damage
Follow all locally approved procedures and safety practices
when installing or operating this equipment.
Do not place the recloser in service until all
settings have been programmed and verified.
Failure to comply can result in recloser misoperation,
equipment damage, and personal injury.
Refer to sections 6 and 7 of this manual for control
programming and operation.
Handle position does not indicate de-
energized recloser enclosure controls
or circuit.
Contact with these components will cause severe
personal injury, death, or property damage.
Before contacting or servicing the equipment,
or working on the electrical system, isolate and
ground the recloser from the electrical system.
Verify recloser is de-energized by testing with
properly rated hot sticks and/or rubber gloves
and volt meter.
Safety Information
! DANGER
! DANGER
! DANGER
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1 — Overview
Figure 1-1 Pole/Structure Face
Mounting
Figure 1-2 Crossarm Mounting
Installation Alternatives
The number in Position 7 is the number of pole plaques in addition to the one
included with each recloser (Ex: 3 is 3 more for a total of 4)
NOTE: For more information on the Versa-Tech II Single-Phase Recloser,
please refer to Catalog 10EE on the Hubbell Power Systems website.
Percent of 8kA
Maximum Interrupting
Rating (%)
Number
of
Operations
15-20 10000
25 6500
50 1800
75 700
100 400
Duty Cycle
Table 1-1 Duty Cycle
Ratings and Specications
Rated Maximum Voltage .....................................29.3kV
Rated Continuous Current...................................400A
Fault Make Capacity...............................................8kA
Fault Break Capacity...............................................8kA
Mechanical Operations......................................30,000
3 Second Withstand Current..................................8kA
Transformer Magnetizing Current.........................14A
Cable Charging Current.........................................25A
Line Charging Current..............................................5A
Lightning Impulse Withstand.............................125kV
60Hz, 1-Minute Withstand Voltage.....................60kV
Maximum Terminal Pad Load kg (pounds).......14 (30)
Operating Temperature..........................-40°C to 60°C
Weight kg (pounds)...........................................21 (46)
29.3kV
100A
4kA
4kA
10,000
4kA
14A
25A
5A
125kV
60kV
14 (30)
-40°C to 60°C
21 (46)
VTI VTLT
To build your Versa-Tech Recloser, add features
from the matrix to this base number
Catalog No. PSC86
12345678
2 X 1 X X X X 1
Voltage Rating 27kV 2
Versa-Tech I with FW 3.xx 1
Versa-Tech LT 4
Versa-Tech I with FW 4.xx 5
Minimum Fault Trip 30A 1
Pole/Structure Mount 1
Crossarm Mount 2
Pole with Ground Connector 3
No Connectors 1
PG (Parallel Groove) Clamps (2 total) 2
Captive Hardware 3
Single Tap Lug 4
Double Tap Lug 5
No Radio 1
Standard Performance Remote Digi Radio 2
High Performance SiFLEX Remote Radio 3
WiFi Module 4
XBee Radio 5
Pole Plaques (Additional)
Reserved 1
Catalog Numbering System Position

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VACUUM INTERRUPTER
2-HOLE NEMA
PAD (STANDARD)
TYPICAL
2-HOLE NEMA
PAD (STANDARD)
TYPICAL
NON-RECLOSE
LEVER
OPERATING LEVER
LOCKOUT INDICATOR
BEACON AND COUNTER
MOUNTING HOLES FOR
5/8" (15mm) BOLTS
11" (27.9cm) CENTER
TO CENTER NOMINAL.
17.1 12.4
2.0
11.0
4.2
29.5
SERIAL PROGRAMMING PORT
LEAKAGE DISTANCE - 39.4"
LOCKOUT INDICATOR BEACON
AND COUNTER
OPERATING LEVER
BATTERY PACK
(HOT STICK REPLACEABLE)
15.8
8.7
22.0
15.0
Dimensions - Pole/Structure mounting
1 — Overview
Side View
Front View
Back View

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Dimensions - Crossarm mounting
1 — Overview
ADJUSTABLE
3" - 9-1/2"
ADJUSTABLE
5-1/8" - 10-1/4"
TYPICAL
OPERATING LEVER
LOCKOUT INDICATOR BEACON
AND COUNTER
2-HOLE NEMA
PAD (STANDARD)
TYPICAL
VACUUM INTERRUPTER
LEAKAGE DISTANCE - 39.4"
LOCKOUT INDICATOR BEACON
AND COUNTER
NON-RECLOSE LEVER
28.0
31.1
4.0
10.6
24.9
8.7
12.7 14.0
Side ViewFront View

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2 — Installation Requirements
Table 2-1 Hardware Torque Specications
User Supplied Requirements
The following is required for installation.
Be sure to have these items on hand
before beginning installation.
Safety Equipment (PPE)
• Hard hat
• Steel-toe work boots
• Appropriate eye protection per your
company’s policy
• Other safety equipment as required by
your company’s policies
Hardware
• 5⁄8 inch (16 mm) galvanized thru-bolts
(or equivalent) long enough to pass
through the center of the utility pole,
plus 3 inches (75 mm)
• Curved galvanized washers for the 5⁄8
inch (16 mm) thru-bolts
• Galvanized nuts for 5⁄8 inch (16 mm)
thru-bolts
• Flat galvanized washers for 1⁄2 inch
(12 mm) and 5⁄8 inch (16 mm)) lag
screws
Electrical
• Terminal pad connectors (if not or-
dered with switch)
• Connector sealing paste (CHANCE ZLN
or equivalent)
• Surge arresters and wire (if needed)
Options
• BP3 By-Pass Switch (for appropriate
Cat. No., see Catalog Section 14B)
• Jumper Wire, 100/400 Amp minimum
capacity (VTLT/VTI)
• M3 Disconnect Switch (for appropriate
Cat. No., see Catalog Section 14B)
Hubbell Power Systems, Inc.
Supplied Requirements
All necessary components and hardware
specific to the installation of the VERSA-
TECH® recloser ordered are included.
Carefully check the components and
hardware items against those listed in
Section 3.
Contact your factory representative if any
parts are missing.
User Supplied Hardware
Item ft-lb N•m Notes
5⁄8 inch (16 mm) thru-bolts N/A N/A Company standards apply
5⁄8 inch (16 mm) lag screws N/A N/A Company standards apply
Terminal connectors N/A N/A Company standards apply
Hubbell Supplied Hardware
Item ft-lb N•m Notes
3/8 inch Crossarm Mount bolts N/A N/A Company standards apply
3/8 inch Insulator Mount bolts 15 20
1/2 inch Terminal bolts 60 81
Hardware Torque
Specications
It is the installing personnel’s respon-
sibility to be sure all threaded fasteners
are installed with the correct torque. All
user supplied hardware is to be torqued
according to company standards.
Recloser and connector hardware torque
specifications are listed in Table 2-1.

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3 — Receiving & Handling
NOTE: When batteries are removed for
more than seven days, the time stamp
chip will stop keeping time. If time stamp
feature is required, the time stamp can
be reset before placing the recloser in
service. (See Section 7.)
Storage
If the recloser is not going to be put into service
immediately, re-pack all components in the
factory package to minimize storage damage
and to ensure good operating conditions in the
future. Hubbell Power Systems recommends
that the recloser be stored indoors or under
cover, off the ground, not subject to direct sun,
rain or snow.
If the storage area temperature exceeds
100°F, remove the batteries and store in a
cool, dry area.
Unpacking
1. Locate the Hubbell USB Drive that is
enclosed with this manual. The USB
drive should be in the custody of the
personnel who will be responsible for the
programming of the recloser.
1. Carefully remove all items from the
packaging. Exercise caution and do not
drop the unit or strike the skirted end on
anything as this may damage the vacuum
interrupter or mechanism.
1. Refer to Figure 3-1 to familiarize yourself
with all components.
Figure 3-1 Components
Mounting
Fasteners
and
PG Clamps
Battery Bayonet
Insulator
Radio
(optional)
Instructions,
Flash Drive
and NR
Handle
Adapter Kit.
Mounting
Brackets
Inspection
1. Inspect the packaging for obvious
shipping damage.
2. Open and thoroughly inspect the product
for hidden damage.
3. Note any damage on the “Bill of Lading”
prior to accepting the delivery.
4. Check the material nameplate against the
shipping list to ensure the correct material
has been received. In case of shortage
or incorrect material, immediately notify
your factory representative or customer
service.
NOTE: Documentation of visible
shipping damage can determine the
outcome of any damage claim. Notifying
the carrier of concealed damage within
15 days is essential to resolving or
minimizing unsettled claims. Immediately
file your claim and notify your factory
representative.

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4 — Installation
Installing the Optional Non-
Reclose Hookstick Adapter
The Non-Reclose (NR) Hookstick
Adapter Kit is an adapter that can
be attached to the NR handle on the
Versa-Tech Recloser to allow for easier
operation with a hookstick. The addition
of the adapter is not mandatory. The
same gentle pull action, as used with
the NR handle, is utilized for operation.
Figure 4-1 shows the NR Hookstick
Adapter Kit as packaged. Figure 4-2
shows the components. Figure 4-1
Step 1: Pull the Non Reclose (NR)
handle to the down position.
Step 2: Take the NR Hookstick Adapter
and place it so that the NR handle is
positioned as shown in Figure 4-3.
Step 3: Insert the clevis pins through
the holes of the NR Hookstick Adapter as
shown in Figure 4-4.
Step 4: Place the cotter pins though the
holes on the clevis pins. Fold the legs of
each cotter pin as shown in Figure 4-5.
NOTE: The Non Reclose Hookstick
Adapter operation has not been tested
under icing conditions.
Figure 4-2
Clevis Pins
Cotter Pins Non Reclose
Hookstick
Adapter
Figure 4-3 Figure 4-4
Figure 4-5

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4 — Installation
Installation Options
VERSA-TECH®single-phase reclos-
ers are designed for outdoor pole or
structure mounting and application on
overhead electrical distribution systems.
The energized recloser is insulated from
the pole/structure by a polymer insulator.
The VERSA-TECH®Single Phase Elec-
tronic Recloser is available in two basic
mounting configurations:
1. Pole/Structure mounting (see Fig. 4-1)
2. Crossarm mounting (see Fig. 4-2).
Refer to the catalog number of the unit. The
fourth (4th) character position indicates
the mounting arrangement, e.g., the "1" in
the seventh position of (PSC86)2X11XXX
indicates a Pole/ Structure mounting. A “2” in
this position indicates Crossarm mounting,
e.g., (PSC86)2X12XXX.
Figure 4-6 Pole/Structure Mounting
Figure 4-7 Crossarm Mounting
Figure 4-8 Bypass Arrangement
Hubbell Power Systems recommends the
use of a by-pass switch in parallel with the
recloser. This arrangement allows the unit to
be easily taken out of the circuit for service,
should the need arise. It also allows all
connections to be made without picking up
load current with the jumper connections
(see Fig. 4-3).
LIGHTNING ARRESTERS NOTE:
Hubbell Power Systems recommends
placing appropriately rated lightning
arresters as close as possible on both
the source and load sides of the recloser.
(Refer to Ohio Brass catalog.)

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! WARNING
! CAUTION
! WARNING
Do not place the recloser in service until all set-
tings have been programmed and verified.
Failure to comply can result in recloser
misoperation, equipment damage, and personal
injury.
Refer to sections 6 and 7 of this manual for control
programming and operation.
Follow all appropriate OSHA and company
work rules in the installation of this equipment.
All clearances, cover-up and personal protec-
tive equipment must be used. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in damage to
equipment, personal injury or death.
Figure 4-9 – Program/Installation Tag
Installation Preparation
1. Program the unit with the desired
parameters as outlined in Section 6 of
this manual. Record the settings on the
supplied tag and attach the tag to the
operating handle for reference during
installation (Fig. 4-4).
2. Prior to installation, verify vacuum
interrupter integrity by applying 50/60 Hz
40kV AC across the open contacts for 60
seconds. (See Section 7.)
4 — Installation
The unit must be mounted horizontally as il-
lustrated in this manual. Failure to mount in
this attitude may result in improper operation
of the interrupter.
Do not store or lay the recloser in mud, snow or
water.
This could contaminate the insulation over the
interrupter leading to electrical flashover at the
system voltage.
A clean, dry storage environment is recommended.
Hubbell Versa-Tech®Single Phase Recloser
Complete this tag when unit is programmed and tie to the operating handle of the unit.
This unit has been programmed to the following settings by: _______________ Date: _____________
Operations to Lockout: 1 2 3 4
Minimum Trip (Amps): ___________ Reset Time (sec): ____________
Min. Response Time (mSec): __________ Cold Load Time: ____________
Sequence Coordination Enabled ❑ Min. Response Enabled for Operation 1 2 3 4
Operation #1: TCC1 TCC2 TCC1 Curve: _____________
Modier: _____________
Operation #2: Reclose Time 1 (sec): ____ Curve: TCC1 TCC2
TCC2 Curve: _____________
Modier: _____________
Operation #3: Reclose Time 2 (sec): ____ Curve: TCC1 TCC2
Operation #4: Reclose Time 3 (sec): ____ Curve: TCC1 TCC2
Location for Installation: _______________________________________________________________
Installed by:______________________________________________ Date: _____________________

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4 — Installation
Pole/Structure Surface
Mounting
1. Refer to Figure 4-5 for assembly detail
and Table 2-1 for torque specifications.
• Assemble the insulator (1) to the
rectangular steel adapter plate (2)
using two 3/8" X 1" bolts and split lock
washers (3) as shown.
• Assemble the mounting bracket (4) to
the opposite end of the insulator (1)
using two 3/8" X 1" bolts, flat washers
and split lock washers (5) as shown.
• Attach the insulator/bracket/adapter
plate to the four threaded bosses on
the flat side of the body of the recloser
as shown. Use four ss 3/8" X 1-1/4"
bolts, flat washers and split lock
washers (6).
NOTE: Do not attach to the 4 threaded
holes on the top of the body. These
attachment holes are used only on the
crossarm mounting arrangement.
2. Determine the mounting location on the
pole. The pole mount uses 2 bolts, 5/8"
diameter on 12" centers.
3. Drill the appropriate holes through the
pole.
4. Install the bolt in the top hole.
NOTE: The head of the bolt must be on
the side of the pole where the recloser
will be mounted. Install the nut and
washers on the back side. Leave
approximately 2" of bolt exposed under
the head for the keyhole slot in the
mounting bracket.
5. Using a nylon sling, sling the unit as
shown in Figure 4-7.
CAUTION: Do not use a metal sling or
chain as this may damage the unit.
6. Using suitable means, lift the unit into
position.
CAUTION: Do not allow recloser to
impact or collide with pole or other
objects as it is lifted and installed.
7. Ensure the top bolt engages the small
portion of the “keyhole” slot.
8. Install the bottom bolt/washers and nut.
9. Tighten the hardware per Table 2-1.
Figure 4-11 Pole/Structure
Mount Installation
Figure 4-12 Recloser in Sling
Figure 4-10 Pole/Structure Mount Assembly Detail
1
2
6
4
5
3

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4 — Installation
Crossarm Mounting
This configuration is intended for application
to a double crossarm structure.
This is the preferred arrangement if three
units are to be mounted.
1. Remove the four 3/8" X 5/8" bolts from top
mounting flange (8) and use to fill the four
holes on the cover (9).
2. Refer to Figure 4-8 for assembly detail
and Table 2-1 for torque specifications.
• Orient the insulator (1) so the skirts
will shed water towards the rectangular
steel adapter plate (2) and assemble
using two 3/8" X 1" bolts and split lock
washers (3) as shown.
• Assemble the mounting bracket (4)
to the opposite end of the insulator
(1) using two 3/8" X 1" bolts, split lock
washers and flat washers (5) as shown.
• Attach the insulator/bracket/adapter
plate to the four threaded bosses on
the top of the body of the recloser as
shown. Use four ss 3/8" X 1-1/4" bolts,
flat washers and lock washers (6).
3. Using a nylon sling, sling the unit as
shown in Figure 4-7.
CAUTION: Do not use a metal sling or
chain as this may damage the unit.
4. Using suitable means, lift the unit into
position.
5. Install the back plate (7), and four 3/8"
X 7-1/2" carriage bolts/lock washers/
and square nuts. Adjust the bolt
spacing as necessary to fit the crossarm
arrangement.
6. Tighten the hardware per Table 2-1.
NOTE: Make sure the terminal L brackets
(2-hole NEMA pads) are not bent in any
angle. Terminal L bracket nuts, sixteen
screws around the recloser and six screws
around the vacuum interrupter are not to be
removed or re torqued by any means. The
integrity of the contacts is compromised if the
above factory standard torqued hardware is
tampered.
Figure 4-13 Crossarm Assembly Detail
Figure 4-14 Crossarm Mount Installation
1
2
6
3
4
5
7
8
9

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Connections
1. Wire brush the jumper conductors and
terminal pads.
2. Apply contact aid, such as CHANCE ZLN
to the contact surfaces. Install the recloser
end of the jumpers. Tighten the terminal
bolts per Table 2-1. if used.
3. Make sure the recloser handle is in the
open position and the contacts are open.
4. Connect the jumpers to the power source.
Tighten the terminal bolts per Table 2-1.
5. The recloser is a bidirectional current
sense device and can be connected
either way to the source or the load side
of the feeder.
NOTE:The unit will not close with the
Non-Reclose handle down if in HLT only
mode.
CAUTION: Avoid applying side loads to
vacuum interrupter end of recloser when
making connections to terminal pads.
Place recloser into service
1. Using appropriately rated hot stick, pull
the red non-reclosing lever to the down
position.
2. Using appropriately rated hot stick, install
the battery pack by inserting; align the
pins in the slots, push and turn clockwise
to lock in place.
3. Ensure all connections are tight and
properly connected.
4. Using an appropriately rated hot stick,
close the unit by pushing the yellow lever
to the extreme up position and release.
You should hear the unit close.
Open the recloser before making final connections.
Failure to comply can result in an electrical arc which can cause
death, personal injury or equipment damage.
Before making any connections to the power line, pull the red non-re-
closing lever down and open the recloser by pulling the yellow handle
to the down position.
Do not open the by-pass switch while the recloser is open.
Failure to comply can result in an electrical arc which can cause
death, personal injury or equipment damage.
Do not ground the recloser.
Grounding the recloser can result in recloser misoperation,
equipment damage and personal injury.
4 — Installation
Electric Shock Hazard. All parts of recloser are energized.
Contact with in service recloser will cause death or se-
vere injury.
Before contacting or servicing the equipment, or working on the
electrical system, isolate and ground the recloser from the electri-
cal system. Verify recloser is de-energized by testing with properly
rated hot sticks and/or rubber gloves and volt meter.
! DANGER
5. Using an appropriately rated hot stick,
open the by-pass switch
6. Push the red non-reclosing lever to the
up position. The unit is now in normal
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Overview
The VERSA-TECH®Recloser is a unique
and patented approach to recloser design.
The interrupter, drive mechanism, control,
and housing are raised to the system
potential. The entire assembly is then
insulated from ground using a standard
polymer post insulator. This approach
allows a compact simplified design and also
eliminates the potential for an insulation
breakdown failure.
The fault interruption occurs in the recloser’s
vacuum interrupter. This vacuum interrupter
has state of the art contacts utilizing axial
magnetic fields to interrupt in diffuse mode
for maximum interrupter life. The vacuum
interrupter is supported by an insulating
support housing with bonded epoxy
composite formulation over-molding for
maximum weather resistance.
The drive for the vacuum interrupter is
provided by a mechanism with a magnetic
actuator. The actuator has a rare-earth
neodymium magnet, which provides the
latching and holding force for the vacuum
interrupter in the closed position. A spring
provides the pressure to hold the vacuum
interrupter in the open position. Together
the rare-earth magnet and the spring
arrangement allow the mechanism to be
stable in the open or closed position without
the need for external power. To open the
vacuum interrupter a coil on the magnetic
actuator is pulsed in one direction. To close
the same coil is pulsed in the other direction.
Energy to open and close the recloser is
provided by a set of capacitors.
The control for the recloser is provided by
a microprocessor based electronic circuit.
The control is designed to allow complete
flexibility and user choice of minimum
trip, time-current curves and sequencing
parameters. User access to all parameters
is provided through an RS-232 serial
connection. Current sensing for the control
occurs through a 1000:1 current transformer.
No external transformer power for the
recloser is required. Power for the control
and the mechanism is converted from fault
or load current using two power current
transformers. The open and close capacitors
needed to drive the recloser are charged by
the load or fault current through the power
current transformers. Using this approach
the recloser will continue to open and close
as necessary without the need for external
power or even the hot-stick replaceable
lithium battery pack. The lithium battery
5 — Recloser Operation
pack provides power to the real time clock,
beacon, the remote radio when current
is less than 10A when the Non-Reclose
handle is engaged (See Recloser Operation
Section) and after lockout or manual open.
Automatic Operation
The VERSA-TECH®Recloser, when in the
closed position, operates automatically per
the programmed user settings.
Operations Counter*
Refer to Figure 5-1 for Counter location.
Operations counter is an electromechanical
counter, which counts open operations
both manual and automatic initiated by the
control.
*Applicable to VTI only. External operations
counter is not present on the VTLT.
Non-Reclosing Lever/Hot
Line Tag
Refer to Figure 5-1 for the location of
the Non-Reclosing Lever (red lever). The
handle is shown in the normal or UP
position. In this position, the recloser will
follow the automatic sequence it has been
programmed for.
Legacy Versa-Tech I Reclosers
(manufactured July 2011 and
earlier):
The Versa-Tech Programmer User Interface
(UI) allows the programming of the Non-
Reclosing (NR) lever to a single
functionality mode only (Non-Reclose
Mode OR Hot Line Tag mode). If the NR
Mode Only is selected when the red lever is
rotated 90 degrees clockwise to the down
position, the recloser will trip using TCC1
and lockout on any current above minimum
trip. If the Hot Line Tag (HLT) Mode Only is
selected when the red lever is rotated 90
degrees clockwise to the down position, the
recloser will trip instantaneously and lockout
on any current above minimum trip.
Versa-Tech Reclosers manufactured
after July 2011 (Versa-Tech I and
Versa-Tech LT):
The Versa-Tech Programmer User Interface
(UI) allows the programming of the Non-
Reclosing (NR) lever to a dual
functionality mode (Non-Reclose/Hot Line
Tag) or a single functionality mode (Hot Line
Tag Only). When the "Non-
Reclose/Hot Line Tag" option is selected,
the recloser will be in a Non-Reclose mode
when the red lever is rotated to the down
position one time. In the NR mode, the
recloser will trip using TCC1 and lockout
on any current above minimum trip. If the
red lever is rotated to the down position
twice within 30 seconds, the recloser will be
placed in Hot Line Tag mode.The Hot Line
Tag Mode is an instantaneous trip mode.
When the "Hot Line Tag Only" option is
selected, the recloser will always be in Hot
Line Tag mode when the red lever is placed
in the down position.
Note for Versa-Tech I Reclosers with
Firmware 4.xx: For Versa-Tech I Reclosers
with firmware version 4.xx, whenthe recloser
locks out on Hot Line Tag, the solenoid can
be closed only after the Hot Line Tag mode
is disabled.This is accomplished by first
rotating the red lever back to its original
position (UP) and then by pushing the
Manual Handle (yellow handle) back to its
UP position. If the Manual Handle is UP prior
to putting the red lever to the UP position,
the Manual Handle must be pulled DOWN
and then pushed to the UP position in order
for the solenoid to close.
All Versa-Tech I and Versa-Tech LT
Reclosers: Hot Line Tag is an instantaneous
trip mode. As long as the capacitors are
fully charged, the Versa-Tech will trip in
1/2 cycle or 8ms while in HLT. Hot Line Tag
takes precedence over Cold Load Time and
Non-Reclose mode. Cold Load Time takes
precedence over Non-Reclose Mode.The
red lever is also used to turn on the remote
radio (Digi/XBee, SiFLEX, or WiFi) when
line current goes below 10A. To turn on
the remote radio, pull the red lever DOWN
and then push it UP within 30 seconds. the
radio will then automatically shut OFF after
10 minutes of communications inactivity to
minimize battery drain. If the red lever is
left in the DOWN position, the radio will be
powered for 60 minutes before automatically
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Manual Operating Handle
Refer to Figure 5-1 for Manual Operating Handle location. The manual operating handle is designed to allow manual operation of the
recloser with a hotstick. If the manual handle operating handle is rotated 90 degrees counter-clockwise to the down (open) position the
recloser will open and interrupt the distribution circuit. Pulling the manual handle down anytime will manually pull open the mechanism and
the vacuum interrupter opening the recloser.
Closing the recloser after a manual open or automatic lockout can be done by moving the manual operating handle clockwise 90 degrees
to the up (closed) position. This will activate the electronic control, which will initiate the close sequence. Before the recloser is closed
the close capacitor is charged to the required level from the lithium batteries. When it reaches the necessary charge level, the magnetic
actuator closes the recloser. This process from movement of the handle until the recloser closes may take a few seconds.
Lockout Beacon
Refer to Figure 5-1 for Beacon location. The Lockout Beacon is a unique feature which is designed to aid the utility lineman in identifying
a locked out recloser. This high intensity sunlight visible amber LED will flash once every 3 seconds when the recloser has sequenced to
lockout. The lithium batteries provide the power for the flashing beacon.
Versa-Tech I Reclosers with FW 3.xx and Versa-Tech LT Reclosers:
The beacon will continue to flash every 3 seconds until the lineman closes the recloser or 1 hour has passed. After 1 hour, the flashing
beacon will automatically shut OFF. The beacon is also utilized when the recloser is manually opened. When manually opened, the beacon
will continue to flash until the recloser is closed or 60 seconds has passed.
Versa-Tech I Reclosers with FW 4.xx:
The beacon will continue to flash every 3 seconds until the lineman closes the recloser or 4 hours have passed. After 4 hours, the flashing
beacon will automatically shut OFF. The beacon is also utilized when the recloser is manually opened. When manually opened, the beacon
will continue to flash until the recloser is closed or 4 hours have passed.
Figure 5-1 Feature position
Manual Operating Handle
Non-Reclosing
Lever
Lockout Beacon
Operations Counter*
*Applicable to VTI only. External
Operations Counter is not present
on the VTLT.

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6 — Control Programming
Figure 6-1 Connecting Local Radio
Overview
The VERSA-TECH®Recloser can be fitted with an
optional radio which will allow settings, diagnostics and
scratchpad to be viewed remotely while the unit is in
service. The radio will also allow settings, timestamp and
scratchpad to be changed while the recloser remains in
service. The remote radio options are Digi/XBee 900MHz,
SiFLEX 900MHz, or Wireless (WiFi) 2.4GHz. The remote
radio is adapted to the serial port on the recloser. In
order to accomplish communication with the Digi/XBee or
SiFLEX remote radios, a separate Digi/XBee or SiFLEX
local radio is needed. The local radio is a USB powered
radio that is attached to the laptop or other personal
computer running the Versa-Tech Programmer User
Interface. Communication with the WiFi remote radio is
accomplished through the Wireless Network on the laptop
or personal computer.
Customer Supplied Requirements
Personal computer with Microsoft®Windows®XP,
Windows®7 32/64 bit or Windows®8 operating system,
a USB to RS-232 serial cable if a direct connection is
desired, PC wireless card for connection through the WiFi
remote radio, local Digi/XBee radio with USB Type B serial
cable for connection through the Digi/XBee remote radio,
or local SiFLEX radio with USB Type B serial cable for
connection through the SiFLEX remote radio.
Software Installation
Recloser programming software must be installed on the
computer proir to use. Installation software is provided
with each recloser on a Hubbell USB drive or is available
on the Hubbell Power Systems website.
Connecting Recloser to PC
The customer supplied DB9 Male/Female serial cable is
used to directly connect the recloser to a PC (hardwired).
Wireless communications can be established utilizing the
appropriate 900MHz remote/local radio combination or
the PC wireless networks/WiFi remote radio combination.
To Establish Communications
If external local radios are required, they must be connected before
launching the programming software. If a WiFi remote radio is
utilized, connection to the wireless network card on the PC must
be established prior to launching the programming software. Once
the programming software is launched, click "Refresh List" on the
User Interface to scan for the reclosers within the range and "Auto
Connect" to connect to the selected detected devices. See Control,
Programming > Connection Section 6 of this manual.
Connecting Local Radio
The local radio is controlled and powered by connecting a USB cable
between the module and a personal computer as shown in Figure
6-1. Communication with the local radio is accomplished through
the recloser programmer software (see section 6) provided with the
recloser.
Connecting WiFi
The Versa-Tech Recloser uses a 2.4GHz RN171 remote radio to
communicate over WiFi (without the need for a local radio). Wireless
communication is established to the Versa-Tech I (FW 3.xx or 4.xx)
and Versa-Tech LT through the internal wireless card on a PC and
the Versa-Tech Programmer software (UI version 4.50.15 or higher).
Wireless communication with a Versa-Tech I with firmware version
4.xx and Versa-Tech LT can be also be established using the Versa-
Tech Recloser Programmer Version 3.1 iPad app. The WiFi radio has
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Remote Radio Power
When the VERSA-TECH®Recloser is in service with a load current of 10 Amps or more, the attached remote radio is on and powered from
the recloser's internal current transformers. If the recloser is not in service or the load current is less than 10 Amps, the radio is ON only for
10 minutes and must be powered from the recloser internal batteries. To turn on the radio, pull down the Non-Reclosing handle (red lever)
and then push it up. The radio then will automatically shut off after 10 minutes of communications inactivity to minimize battery drain. If the
Non-Reclosing Lever is left in the down position without the ample 10 Amps of load current, wireless communications will time out in 60
minutes.
NOTE: Whenever the remote radio on the recloser is changed or swapped with another remote radio, make sure that the battery is pulled
out of the recloser for at least 60s for the control to completely reset. After the reset, plug in the new remote radio to the DB 9 port of the
recloser followed by the battery pack insertion. This process lets the remote radio get correctly identified by the Versa-Tech Programmer.
Radio Operation
The Digi/XBee and SiFLEX radios communicate with each other on a 900MHz channel which utilizes frequency hopping to minimize
interference from other radio frequency sources.The RF modules are FCC compliant. The communication range is up to 500 feet open air.
The radios use a two-part addressing scheme to help ensure that messages from only authorized sources are passed to a recloser.
First, all VERSA-TECH®Recloser local and remote radios have a unique user transparent address which is transmitted during
communications.The recloser local radio will accept messages only from a remote radio with the same address. This helps prevent other
900MHz radios from making unauthorized communications with VERSA-TECH®Reclosers.
Second, each remote radio is programmed with a unique fixed radio communications address. This address allows users to differentiate
between multiple reclosers all within a 500-foot transmit/receive range. The remote radio will discard any message that does not include
its unique radio communications address. The local radio has provisions through the recloser programmer software (see Section 6) which
permits selecting any recloser's remote radio communications address.