S&C TripSaver II User manual

July 13, 2020
© S&C Electric Company 2014-2020, all rights reserved Instruction Sheet 461-504
TripSaver®II Cutout-Mounted Recloser
Outdoor Distribution (15 kV and 25 kV)
For Overhead Distribution Systems
Protection Setup Using
Service Center Conguration Kit
Table of Contents
Section Page Section Page
Introduction
Qualified Persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Read this Instruction Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Retain this Instruction Sheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Proper Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
End User License Agreement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety Information
Understanding Safety-Alert Messages. . . . . . . . . . . 4
Following Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Replacement Instructions and Labels . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Shipping and Handling
Packing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing TripSaver® II Service
CenterConfiguration Software Version 1.8
Computer Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Downloading Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installing the USB Transceiver and
Power Supply
Installing the USB Transceiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Assembling the Power Supply and
Powering Up the TripSaver II Recloser . . . . . . . .13
Transceiver ID
Obtaining the Transceiver ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Using TripSaver II Service Center Configuration
Software Version 1.8
Launching the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Reading and Understanding the
Warning Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Menu Bar Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Additional Information Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Entering Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
TCC Settings Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
NR Curve Settings Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Sectionalizing Settings Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
LCD Screen Settings Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Status Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Event Logs Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Functional Test Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
Local Manual Open Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Communication Settings Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
R-NR Functions Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Gateway Drop Open Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
DNP Remote Drop Open Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Appendix A
List of Available Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Appendix B
Available Screens for “Screens When
Dropped-Open” Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Appendix C
Available Screens to Be Added to the “Display”
Screen Sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Appendix D
Understanding the Active TCC Curve When the
TripSaver II Recloser is in R-NR Mode . . . . . . .104
Appendix E
Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

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Qualified Persons WARNING
The equipment covered by this publication must be installed, operated, and
maintained by qualified persons who are knowledgeable in the installation,
operation, and maintenance of primary distribution fusing equipment along with
associated hazards. A qualified person is one who is trained and competent in:
• The skills and techniques necessary to distinguish exposed live parts from nonlive
parts of electrical equipment
• The skills and techniques necessary to determine the proper approach distances
corresponding to the voltages to which the qualified person will be exposed
• The proper use of the special precautionary techniques, personal protective
equipment, insulating and shielding materials, and insulated tools for working on
or near exposed energized parts of electrical equipment
These instructions are intended only for such qualified persons. They are not
intended to be a substitute for adequate training and experience in safety
procedures for this type of equipment.
Read this
Instruction Sheet NOTICE
Thoroughly and carefully read this instruction sheet and all materials included
in the product’s instruction handbook before installing or operating your
TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser. Familiarize yourself with the Safety Information
and Safety Precautions on pages 4 and 5. The latest version of this publication is
available online in PDF format at sandc.com/en/support/product-literature/.
Retain this
Instruction Sheet
This instruction sheet is a permanent part of your TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser.
Designate a location where you can easily retrieve and refer to this publication.
Proper Application WARNING
The equipment in this publication must be selected for a specific application. The
application must be within the ratings furnished for the selected equipment, and can
be found in S&C Specification Bulletin 461-33.
Introduction

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Introduction
Warranty The warranty and/or obligations described in S&C’s standard conditions of sale, as set
forth in Price Sheet 150, plus any special warranty provisions, as set forth in the applicable
product-line specication bulletin, are exclusive. The remedies provided in the former
for breach of these warranties shall constitute the immediate purchaser’s or end user’s
exclusive remedy and a fulllment of all the seller’s liability. In no event shall the seller’s
liability to the immediate purchaser or end user exceed the price of the specic product
that gives rise to the immediate purchaser’s or end user’s claim. All other warranties,
whether express or implied or arising by operation of law, course of dealing, usage of
trade or otherwise, are excluded. The only warranties are those stated in Price Sheet 150,
and THERE ARE NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY OR OTHER
OBLIGATION PROVIDED IN PRICE SHEET 150 IS GRANTED ONLY TO THE IMMEDIATE
PURCHASER AND END USER, AS DEFINED THEREIN. OTHER THAN AN END USER,
NO REMOTE PURCHASER MAY RELY ON ANY AFFIRMATION OF FACT OR PROMISE
THAT RELATES TO THE GOODS DESCRIBED HEREIN, ANY DESCRIPTION THAT
RELATES TO THE GOODS, OR ANY REMEDIAL PROMISE INCLUDED IN PRICE
SHEET 150.
End User License
Agreement
The end user is granted a nontransferable, non-sublicensable, nonexclusive license
to use S&C TripSaver II Service Center Conguration Software and/or other software
furnished with TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Reclosers only upon acceptance of all
the terms and conditions of the seller’s end user license agreement set forth in
Price Sheet 155. Specically, for each conguration kit purchased, the user is entitled
to install and use S&C TripSaver II Service Center Conguration Software on no more
than two computers at a time.

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Safety Information
Understanding
Safety-Alert Messages
Several types of safety-alert messages may appear throughout this instruction sheet and
on labels attached to the TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser or in the TripSaver II
Service Center Conguration Software. Familiarize yourself with these types of messages
and the importance of these various signal words:
DANGER
“DANGER” identifies the most serious and immediate hazards which will likely
result in serious personal injury or death if instructions, including recommended
precautions, are not followed.
WARNING
“WARNING” identifies hazards or unsafe practices which can result in serious
personal injury or death if instructions, including recommended precautions, are not
followed.
CAUTION
“CAUTION” identifies hazards or unsafe practices which can result in minor
personal injury if instructions, including recommended precautions, are not followed.
NOTICE
“NOTICE” identifies important procedures or requirements that can result in
product or property damage if instructions are not followed.
Following
Safety Instructions
If you do not understand any portion of this instruction sheet and need assistance, contact
your nearest S&C Sales Ofce or S&C Authorized Distributor. Their telephone numbers
are listed on S&C’s website sandc.com, or call the S&C Global Support and Monitoring
Center at 1-888-762-1100.
NOTICE
Read this instruction sheet thoroughly and carefully
before configuring, installing or operating your
TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser.
Replacement
Instructions and
Labels
If additional copies of this instruction sheet are needed, contact your nearest S&C Sales
Ofce, S&C Authorized Distributor, S&C Headquarters, or S&C Electric Canada Ltd.
It is important that any missing, damaged, or faded labels on the equipment be replaced
immediately. Replacement labels are available by contacting your nearest S&C Sales
Office, S&C Authorized Distributor, S&C Headquarters, or S&C Electric Canada Ltd.

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Safety Precautions
WARNING
Failureto properly configure aTripSaverIIrecloserin accordancewith applicable codes
and standards can result in misoperation or miscoordination, equipment damage,
personnel injury, or death.
Settings should be determined and approved by qualified personnel who are
familiar with the principles of selective coordination and system protection. S&C
Electric Company is not responsible for the misoperation or miscoordination of a
TripSaver II recloser resulting from improper configuration.
Make sure the TripSaver II recloser settings files are maintained in a secure manner
by properly trained personnel.
WARNING
The TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser MUST be de-energized and removed
from the utility pole before attaching the “corded” power module (power
module with ac adapter and extension cord) to the base of the TripSaver II recloser.
The corded power module is ONLY intended to be used for setup and data
collection when the TripSaver II recloser is de-energized and removed from the
utility pole. (To provide power to a TripSaver II recloser while it is mounted to the pole,
use the cordless power module, S&C catalog number 5954.) Failure to remove the
TripSaver II recloser from the utility pole before connecting the corded power
module can cause arcing, burns, electric shock, and death.

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Shipping and Handling
A complete TripSaver II Conguration Kit, which weighs about 4 lbs. (1.8 kg) and works
with both 15-kV and 25-kV TripSaver II reclosers, consists of the following items enclosed
in a carrying case:
Packing
Ac adapter
TripSaver II power module
USB transceiver
Carrying case
Power outlet plug adapters
Extension cord for ac adapter
Blank adhesive labels
for user configuration
parameters [in pairs:
one white base and one
transparent overlay; 90
mm x 94 mm (3 inches
x 3 inches)]. Label
attaches to the left side
of the lower TripSaverII
recloser housing.
Figure 1. Components of the S&C TripSaver II Configuration Kit.

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Shipping and Handling
Inspection Examine the shipment for external evidence of damage as soon after receipt as possible,
preferably before the carrier departs. Check the bill of lading to make sure the listed
shipping packages are present.
If there is visible loss and/or damage:
1. Notify the delivering carrier immediately.
2. Ask for a carrier inspection.
3. Note condition of shipment on all copies of the delivery receipt.
4. File a claim with the carrier.
If concealed damage is discovered:
1. Notify the delivering carrier within 15 days of receipt of shipment.
2. Ask for a carrier inspection.
3. File a claim with the carrier.
Also, notify S&C Electric Company in all instances of loss and/or damage.
Handling NOTICE
Handle the configuration kit with care. DO NOT drop the components or subject
any of their parts to undue stress during use. Only remove components from the
carrying case when they are ready to be used. After a TripSaver II recloser has been
configured, always return components to the carrying case for protection.
In addition, DO NOT drop a TripSaver II recloser or subject any of its parts to undue
stress during configuration or installation. Only remove a TripSaver II recloser from
the carton when it is ready for configuration or installation. After a TripSaver II
recloser has been configured, always return it to its carton until ready for installation.

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Installing TripSaver®II Service Center Conguration Software Version 1.8
Installing TripSaver II Service Center Conguration Software Version 1.8 requires:
• A computer with Microsoft Windows 7 with Service Pack (SP) 1 with .NET framework
version 4.7 or later or Microsoft Windows 10 with .NET framework version 4.7 or later.
Note: If the .NET framework is missing, the software installer will automatically install
.NET framework. Microsoft has discontinued Windows 7 support.
• Administrative privileges for software installation.
TripSaver II Service Center Conguration Software (SCC) Version 1.8 is available for
download only to customers who have purchased the conguration kit. The latest release
is posted on the S&C Automation Customer Support Portal at sandc.com/en/support/SC-
customer-portal/. A username and password is required to log in to the portal. New
S&C customers must complete the form in the lower section of the Web page, and a new
username and password will be sent to them.
Customers who already have a password can click on the Log In to Secure Site
button. This opens the log-in page. See Figure 2.
Enter the username and password and click on the Log In button to log in to the portal.
Go to the “TripSaver II Workspace” section and download the latest installer
SCC1.8_Installer.exe file from the portal.
Computer
Requirements
Downloading Software
Figure 2. The customer portal log-in page.

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Installing TripSaver®II Service Center Conguration Software Version 1.8
For each configuration kit purchased, the user is entitled to install and use
S&C TripSaver II Service Center Conguration Software on no more than two computers
at a time. Use the following steps to install the software:
STEP 1. Double-click on the downloaded installation le to self-extract and start the
process. The name of the software and its version number will appear. Click
on the Install button to proceed, or click on the Close button to quit the
installation process. See Figure 3.
Figure 3. Launching the SCC v.1.8 installation.
STEP 2. After clicking on the Install button, wait for the initialization to nish. The
installer will automatically install the correct .NET framework onto the
computer if .NET is missing. When .NET is successfully installed, the setup
wizard for the S&C TripSaver II Service Center Conguration Software will
open. See Figure 4.
Figure 4. The SCC v1.8 Installation Setup Wizard.
Software Installation

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Installing TripSaver®II Service Center Conguration Software Version 1.8
STEP 3. Click on the Next button to continue, or click on the Cancel button to quit the
installation process.
STEP 4. The next dialog box to open allows the installer to select the installation folder.
Click on the Change button to select a specic destination folder, or use the
default folder shown. Click on the Next button to continue, or click on the
Cancel button to quit the installation process. Click on the Back button to go
back to the previous step. See Figure 5.
Figure 5. The SCC v1.8 Installation selecting destination folder.

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Installing TripSaver®II Service Center Conguration Software Version 1.8
STEP 5. When the installation folder has been selected, the Ready to install dialog box
opens. See Figure 6. Click on the Install button to begin the installation. Click
on the Back button to review or change the setting, or click on the Cancel
button to quit the installation process.
Figure 6. The Ready to install SCC software v1.8 dialog box.
During the installation process, a status bar is shown. When the installa-
tion is complete, the screen shown in Figure 7 will be displayed. Click on the
Finish button to exit the setup wizard.
Figure 7. This dialog box indicates installation is complete.

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Installing TripSaver®II Service Center Conguration Software Version 1.8
STEP 6. When the TripSaver II Service Center Conguration Software Version 1.8 has
been installed successfully, the Installation Successful dialog box appears.
See Figure 8. Click on the Close button to exit the installer.
Figure 8. The SCC v1.8 installation successful confirmation dialog box.
The installation will create the following icon on the desktop and in the
Windows Start menu. See Figure 9.
Figure 9. The SCC v1.8 desktop icon.
To uninstall the TripSaver II Service Center Configuration Software
Version 1.8 from the computer, go to Programs and Features setting in the
Windows Control Panel.

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A TripSaver II recloser can be powered by the power module to enable its communication
capability. Complete the following steps before attempting to communicate with a
TripSaverII recloser.
Note: TripSaver II Service Center Conguration Software has an ofine setting mode
that allows TripSaver II settings to be congured and saved without communicating
with a recloser.
STEP 1. Plug the connector of the ac adapter into the opening of the power module.
See Figure 11.
Figure 11. Inserting the power connector into the power module.
STEP 2. Position the power module near the base of the TripSaver II recloser; the module
will be held in place magnetically. See Figure 12 on page 14.
Assembling the Power
Supply and Powering
Up the TripSaver II
Recloser
A USB transceiver must be installed on the computer to communicate with a TripSaverII
recloser. Note: Installing the conguration software and running the software in an
ofine mode does not require the presence of a USB transceiver.
To install the USB transceiver, insert it into any USB port on the computer.
See Figure 10. The installation process is automatic.
Figure 10. Inserting the USB transceiver into the computer.
Installing the USB
Transceiver
Installing the USB Transceiver and Power Supply

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Figure 12. Attaching the power module to the TripSaver II recloser.
STEP 3. Install the proper power outlet plug adapter onto the ac adapter. See Figure 13.
Figure 13. Installing the outlet plug adapter.
STEP 4. Plug the ac adapter into a wall outlet. See Figure 14.
Figure 14. Plugging the ac adapter into a live outlet.
To verify the TripSaver II recloser is powered up, rotate the MODE-SELECTOR lever
and observe the LCD screen. If the LCD screen begins to scroll, it indicates the recloser has
been successfully powered.
Installing the USB Transceiver and Power Supply

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Transceiver ID
A Transceiver ID unique to each TripSaver II recloser is needed to establish
communications between the computer and the recloser. The ID consists of a 32-digit
character string in the format of:
“0019C900.00020000._ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ . _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _”.
The TripSaver II Service Center Configuration Software v1.8 will auto-detect the
Transceiver ID of TripSaver II reclosers with firmware version 1.8. If connection dif-
ficulties are encountered, or when connecting to a TripSaver II recloser with firmware
version 1.7 or earlier, enter the Transceiver ID manually. The first 16 digits of the ID are
pre-typed; only the last 16 digits must be entered.
The Transceiver ID for the TripSaver II recloser can be obtained through the
following methods:
• Method 1: The Transceiver ID is embedded in the QR code laser-etched onto the lower
housing of each TripSaver II recloser. See Figure 15 on page 16. Download a free QR
scanner app to a smart phone and scan the QR code to obtain the Transceiver ID.
• Method 2: Rotate the MODE-SELECTOR lever to initiate the Display screens after
the TripSaver II recloser is powered up. The LCD screen will begin to scroll. The rst
screen displayed contains the TransceiverID. See Figure 16 on page 16.
Note: This screen does not appear when communication is disabled or when no screens
are added to the Display screen sequence.
Obtaining the
Transceiver ID

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Transceiver ID
• Method 3: The Transceiver ID is also printed on the back of the yellow “DO NOT
DROP—HANDLE WITH CARE” tag attached to each TripSaver II recloser when it
leaves S&C Electric Company. See Figure 17.
QR code
Figure 15. The Transceiver ID QR code.
Figure 16. The Transceiver ID shown on the first LCD scrolling screen.
Last 16 digits here
Figure 17. The Transceiver ID label.

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Using TripSaver®II Service Center Conguration Software Version 1.8
The warning message shown in Figure 18 is displayed after the software is launched:
The configuration process start after clicking on the green I have read and
understand the above Warning button.
Figure 18. The SCC v1.8 Warning message.
Reading and
Understanding the
Warning Message
Click on the SCC 1.8 icon on the desktop or in the Start menu to launch TripSaver II
Service Center Conguration Software Version 1.8. See Figure 9 on page 12.
Launching the
Software
Apply. Overwrite old settings in a TripSaver II recloser with new settings.
Buffer. An area of memory in the software holding temporary settings information.
Revert. Reset the edit buffer to its original state. The definition of the “original state”
is explained in the “Revert” section of this instruction sheet on page 33.
Setpoints. Setpoints are user-changeable settings entered into the control to
configure a TripSaver II recloser. Setpoints are displayed as checkboxes, light-blue text, or
selection menus. Setpoints can be saved locally to a setpoint file with the extension
.xspt.
Snapshot. A snapshot file captures all data from a TripSaver II recloser at a specific
instant. The setpoints part of the snapshot can be saved locally to a setpoint file.
Snapshot files have the extension .xdss.
Validate. Check settings against validation rules that define a valid configuration.
Note: New in firmware version 1.8, the validation feature will NOT prevent the user
from applying settings that are out of range for the ratings of the TripSaver II recloser.
Instead, a warning will be displayed informing the user that settings are out of range.
The user will have the opportunity to either accept an out of range setting, or adjust it
before applying. Accepting an out of range setting will then be entered into the factory
service log.
Terminology

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Using TripSaver®II Service Center Conguration Software Version 1.8
S&C TripSaver II Service Center Configuration Software Version 1.8 is used to
communicate with and congure S&C TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Reclosers. The user
interface is organized in the following way:
Menu Bar and Quick Access Toolbar
At the top of the user interface is a menu bar that has a number of commands. Below the
menu bar is a quick access toolbar with the most frequently used commands found in
the menu bar. See Figure 19.
Overview
Menu bar
Quick access
toolbar
Figure 19. The menu bar and quick access toolbar found on all screens.

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Using TripSaver®II Service Center Conguration Software Version 1.8
Menu Tree
On the left side of the user interface is a menu tree that contains the names of available
screens. Click on the menu tree items to navigate through screens. Active screens are
highlighted, and the rest stay gray. See Figure 20.
Figure 20. The menu tree on the left side of every screen.

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Using TripSaver®II Service Center Conguration Software Version 1.8
Main Body
To the right of the menu tree is the main body of the user interface, where conguration
and other tasks are performed. See Figure 21.
Figure 21. The main body of the screen is to the right of the menu tree.
Additional Information Bar
At the bottom of the screen is an information bar that contains additional recloser-related
information. See Figure 22.
Figure 22. The information bar at the bottom of the screen.