S&C TripSaver II User manual

June 22, 2020
© S&C Electric Company 2020, all rights reserved Instruction Sheet 461-521
TripSaver®II Cutout-Mounted Recloser
Outdoor Distribution (15.5 kV and 25 kV)
TripSaver®II Communications via Gateway
Pairing Quickstart Guide
Pairing Guide
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 .................................. 2
Safety Information
Understanding Safety-Alert Messages........... 3
Following Safety Instructions .................. 3
Replacement Instructions and Labels ........... 3
Location of Safety Labels ..................... 4
Safety Precautions ......................... 5
Shipping and Handling
Packing ................................... 6
Inspection ................................ 6
Handling .................................. 6
Storage ................................... 6
Returning ................................. 6
Equipment Required ......................... 6
Quick Pairing Guide
Overview.................................. 7
Placing a TripSaver II Recloser in Gateway Mode .. 7
Connecting to a TripSaver II Communications Gateway
with a PC ............................... 8
Pairing a TripSaver II Recloser with a Communications
Gateway ................................10
Troubleshooting
Signal Interference ..........................14
Pairing a Previously Paired TripSaver II Recloser with
a New Communications Gateway ............14
Pairing Process Takes Longer Than Expected ....15

2 S&C Instruction Sheet 461-521
Introduction
Qualified Persons WARNING
Only qualified persons who are knowledgeable in the installation, operation, and
maintenance of overhead and underground electric distribution equipment, along
with all associated hazards, may install, operate, and maintain the equipment covered
by this publication. A qualified person is someone 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 special precautionary techniques, personal protective equipment,
insulated 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, including S&C Instruction Sheet 461-504 and
S&C Instruction Sheet 461-509, before pairing your TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted
Recloser and TripSaver®II Communications Gateway. Familiarize yourself with the
Safety Information and Safety Precautions on pages 3 through 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 the TripSaver II Communications Gateway.
Designate a location where you can easily retrieve and refer to this publication.
Proper Application WARNING
The equipment in this publication is only intended for a specific application. The
application must be within the ratings furnished for the equipment. Ratings for the
TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser are listed in the ratings table in Specification
Bulletin 461-33. The ratings are also laser etched on the product.
Warranty The warranty and/or obligations described in S&C’s Price Sheet 150, “Standard Conditions
of Sale–Immediate Purchasers in the United States,” (or Price Sheet 153, “Standard
Conditions of Sale–Immediate Purchasers Outside the United States”), 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
the seller’s entire 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 (or Price Sheet 153), 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 (OR PRICE SHEET 153) 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 (or PRICE SHEET 153).

S&C Instruction Sheet 461-521 3
Safety Information
Understanding
Safety-Alert
Messages
Several types of safety-alert messages may appear throughout this instruction sheet and
on labels and tags attached to the TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser and TripSaver
II Communications Gateway. Familiarize yourself with these types of messages and the
importance of these various signal words:
DANGER
“DANGER” identifies the most serious and immediate hazards that will likely result in
serious personal injury or death if instructions, including recommended precautions,
are not followed.
WARNING
“WARNING” identifies hazards or unsafe practices that can result in serious personal
injury or death if instructions, including recommended precautions, are not followed.
CAUTION
“CAUTION” identifies hazards or unsafe practices that 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 pairing the TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser
with the TripSaver II Communications Gateway.
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.

Safety Information
Location of Safety Labels
B
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Reorder Information for Safety Labels
Location Safety Alert Message Description Part Number
ADANGER TripSaver® II may be energized from either side and in any position... G-9473-E
BCAUTION This control is connected to electrical distribution equipment.... 180-000070-00
Rev A
CCAUTION Risk of electric shock . . . 180-002533-01
A

Safety Precautions
S&C Instruction Sheet 461-521 5
WARNING
DO NOT disassemble a TripSaver II recloser. The control module inside the TripSaver II recloser housing is only
intended for use inside the TripSaver II recloser and has not been approved for any other use. There are no customer-
serviceable parts inside the recloser, and disassembling the recloser voids the warranty. If you do disassemble a
TripSaver II recloser, NEVER power it with the power module included with the Service Center Configuration Kit
when the inside of the recloser is exposed. Unsafe high voltage can be present on the connectors on the outside of
the internal control box assembly, resulting in serious injury or death.
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 set-up 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 may cause arcing, burns,
electric shock, and death.
DANGER
The TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser operates at high voltage. Failure to
observe these precautions will result in serious personal injury or death.
Some of these precautions may differ from your company’s operating procedures
and rules. Where a discrepancy exists, follow your company’s operating procedures
and rules.
1. QUALIFIED PERSONS. Access to TripSaver II
Cutout-Mounted Reclosers must be restricted only
to qualified persons. See the “Qualified Persons”
Section on page 2.
2. SAFETY PROCEDURES. Always follow safe
operating procedures and rules.
3. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT. Always
use suitable protective equipment, such as rubber
gloves, rubber mats, hard hats, safety glasses, and
flash clothing, in accordance with safe operating
procedures and rules.
4. SAFETY LABELS AND TAGS. Do not remove or
obscure any of the “DANGER,” “WARNING,”
“CAUTION,” or “NOTICE” labels and tags. Remove
tags ONLY if instructed to do so.
5. ENERGIZED COMPONENTS. Always consider all
parts live until de-energized, tested, and grounded.
6. OPERATING TOOLS. To close a TripSaver II
Cutout-Mounted Recloser, use a conventional
insulated hotstick or S&C Universal Pole and Pole
Extension fitted with an S&C Talon™ Handling Tool
or distribution prong. An extendo stick also can be
used after proper training and practice. The
TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser can be
opened using Loadbuster®—The S&C Loadbreak
Tool attached to a conventional insulated hotstick
or S&C Universal Pole.
7. MAINTAINING PROPER CLEARANCE. Always
maintain the proper clearance from energized
components.

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Shipping and Handling
Packing
A complete TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser for a
new installation consists of two shipping containers. They
include the following:
• A single-pole TripSaverII Cutout-Mounted Recloser
• A mounting and miscellaneous mounting hardware for
securing the TripSaver II recloser to the pole
A complete TripSaver II Communications via Gateway
system for a new installation consists of two shipping
containers. They include the following:
• The communications gateway (including radio, if speci-
ed “factory-furnished” at time of order), an optional
battery if specied, and mounting hardware for securing
the box to the pole
• An ac power cable
Inspection
Examine the shipment for external evidence of damage as
soon after receipt as possible, preferably before removal
from the carrier’s conveyance. Check the bill of lading to
make sure the listed shipping containers are present:
If there is visible loss and/or damage:
1. Notify the delivering carrier immediately.
2. Ask for a carrier inspection.
3. Note the 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
DO NOT drop a TripSaver II recloser or subject any
of its parts to undue stress during installation. Only
remove a TripSaver II recloser from the carton when
you are ready for installation.
Storage
TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Reclosers and TripSaver II
Communications Gateways are shipped on pallets banded
with plastic wrap. This packaging is designed to protect
the TripSaver II reclosers and Communications Gateways
from freight damage. This packaging is not suitable for
outdoor storage as it can trap water and moisture that
may damage the equipment. After receipt, TripSaver II
reclosers and TripSaver II Communications Gateways
should be stored indoors in their shipping packaging.
Storing TripSaver II reclosers or Communications
Gateways outdoors in the shipping packaging will void
the warranty.
Returning
If for any reason a TripSaver II recloser or TripSaver II
Communications Gateway is to be returned, place it in
the original shipping carton to prevent damage during
shipping. If you need additional shipping cartons, contact
your nearest S&C Sales Ofce, S&C Authorized Distributer,
or S&C Headquarters.
Equipment Required
To perform the procedures detailed in this instruction
sheet, you will need:
• A TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser with the
Extended Open Interval (“-O”) option
• A TripSaver II Communications Gateway with battery
backup
• The TripSaver II Service Center Conguration Software
installed on a PC
• The TripSaver II Service Center Configuration Kit
including the power module, ac cord, and USB trans-
ceiver
• The S&C Magnet Tool (or equivalent strong magnet)
• An Ethernet cable

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Quick Pairing Guide
The TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser provides superior protection for overhead
lateral circuit protection. Pairing a TripSaver II recloser with the TripSaver II®
Communications Gateway allows remote access to that recloser via DNP3 protocol
messaging delivered by the customer’s communications network. The data provided
by the communications gateway enables faster and more efcient responses to power
system outages and can help optimize maintenance scheduling and momentary outage
and permanent outage management.
One communications gateway can be paired with up to four TripSaver II reclosers
using encrypted IEEE 802.15.4 wireless communications. To pair with the communica-
tions gateway, these reclosers must be installed maximum distance of 100 feet (30.5
meters) from the communications gateway. (A 25 to 30 foot (7.6 to 9.1 meter) distance is
more common depending on pole height and local construction practices.) The reclosers
must also be furnished with the Extended Open Interval option, which allows up to a
30-second open interval between Reclose operations and have Gateway mode enabled
using the service center configuration software.
Overview
Before pairing a TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser with a TripSaver II Communications
Gateway, it must be placed in Gateway mode at the service center. To enable Gateway
mode:
STEP 1. Connect to the TripSaver II recloser using the service center conguration
software and the service center conguration kit. (USB transceiver, corded
powermodule, andacadapter.)DetailedinstructionsforconnectingaTripSaver
II recloser using the service center conguration software can be found in S&C
Instruction Sheet 461-504.
STEP 2. Navigate to the Communication Settings menu and click on the
Communication Mode dropdown box. Change the Communication mode to
“Gateway Mode.”
STEP 3. Click on the Apply Communication Mode button. Note: The Apply
Communication Mode button will not apply any changes made on any other
menu screens. If changes have been made to another menu screen, such as the
TCC Curve Settings screen, click on the Apply button, see Figure 1.
STEP 4. The TripSaver II recloser is now in Gateway mode and can be paired with a
TripSaver II Communications Gateway. Disconnect the TripSaver II recloser
from the TripSaver II Service Center Conguration Software by clicking on the
Disconnect button and unplugging the USB transceiver.
Placing a TripSaver II
Recloser in Gateway
Mode
Figure 1. Enabling Gateway Mode in the TripSaver II recloser.

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Quick Pairing Guide
After a gateway is powered, either on the utility pole or in the service center, it can be
connected to and programmed using a PC. To connect to the communications gateway
with a PC:
STEP 1. Connect a CAT5 Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the PC. Connect the
other end of the Ethernet cable to Ethernet Port 1 on the green gateway
controller module inside the communications gateway cabinet, see Figure 2.
Connecting to
a TripSaver II
Communications
Gateway with a PC
Ethernet cable
Figure 2. Connect an Ethernet cable to the gateway controller module.
STEP 2. The communications gateway is accessed using a web browser interface. The
default conguration of the communications gateway’s IP gateway is 192.168.1.1
with DHCP set to On. To join the communications gateway network, set the
PC’s network address to “Obtain an IP Address Automatically” and “Obtain
DNS Server Address Automatically” under the PC’s LAN address settings to
enable a network connection to the communications gateway. Alternately, a
static IP address within the 192.168.1.x network may be used. See Figure 3.
Figure 3. Setting a static IP address on a PC to connect to the communications gateway.

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Quick Pairing Guide
STEP 3. After allowing approximately 3 minutes for the communications gateway to
boot, a conrmation the PC has successfully joined the communications
gateway network may be observed by launching an MSDOS command window
and running ‘ipcong /all’ at the command prompt. An output showing all the
IP interfaces for the host system will be displayed. Identify the Ethernet
interface that has the cabled connection to communications gateway Ethernet
Port 1 and examine the output for that interface. Screen information for the
interface supporting a successful connection when using DHCP will resemble
Figure 4.
Figure 4. A sucessful ipconfig/all reply from the command prompt.
With the CAT5 cable attached to communications gateway Ethernet Port 1,
launch a Web browser on the PC. Within the URL address line, type in the
communications gateway default IP address of 192.168.1.1 and press the
<Return> key. (Browser versions supported include Google Chrome and
Internet Explorer.) The Login screen will open with a username and password
challenge. See Figure 5. The default username and password can be requested
by contacting S&C Electric Company. When logging in for the rst time, users
will be sent to the Prole screen and be prompted to change the default
password.
Note: The default username and password can be requested from S&C
by calling the Global Support and Monitoring Center at 888-762-1100 or by
contacting S&C through the S&C Customer Portal at sandc.com/en/support/
sc-customer-portal/.
Figure 5. The Communications Gateway Login screen.

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Quick Pairing Guide
STEP 4. After a successful login, the browser will open to the communications gateway
General Status screen with an application navigation menu on the left side of
the screen. The navigation menu will remain visible for all subordinate menu
interface screens.
There are two methods of pairing a TripSaver II recloser to work with a communications
gateway that depend on the rmware version of the TripSaver II recloser. The rst is
service center programming at the customer’s facility before taking the TripSaver II
reclosers to the installation site. The second is on-site programming, accomplished after
the TripSaver II reclosers and communications gateway have been installed in the eld.
In both cases, S&C recommends pairing TripSaver II reclosers one at a time. This will
ensure each device is fully and securely connected before pairing the next device. When
paired, the TripSaver II recloser will only communicate with its paired gateway using a
secure, encrypted protocol. The security keys used to encrypt the communications are
unique to the pair and cannot be transferred between TripSaver II reclosers or gateways.
Field Pairing with the TripSaver II Recloser with Firmware Version 1.6,
1.7 or 1.8 Installed on the Utility Pole and Powered by Line Current
For TripSaver II reclosers furnished with rmware version 1.6 or 1.7, pairing can only
be performed with the TripSaver II recloser powered by line current or an external
power source not supplied by S&C. For details on the specications for an external
power source, contact your local S&C Sales Ofce. Use this procedure for pairing a
TripSaver II recloser installed on a utility pole and powered by line current:
STEP 1. Place the TripSaver II recloser in Gateway mode, as described on page 7. Install
the TripSaver II recloser on the utility pole, as described in S&C Instruction
Sheet 461-502, and power the TripSaver II recloser via line current. Power the
communications gateway by connecting it to ac power. Make sure any nearby
USB transceiver is unplugged.
STEP 2. With the communications gateway installed no more than 100 feet (30.5 meters)
from the TripSaver II recloser to be paired, connect to the communications
gateway with a PC, as described on page 8. (A 25 to 30 foot (7.6 to 9 meter)
distance is more common depending on pole height and local construction
practices.)
STEP 3. Navigate to the Device Management screen. See Figure 7 on page 11.
Pairing a
TripSaver II
Recloser with a
Communications
Gateway
NOTICE
With firmware version 3.1 and later, the default password for the Admin user must
be changed before proceeding. See Figure 6. The new non-default password must
be at least 8 characters with at least one uppercase and one lowercase character.
Numbers and special characters are also allowed but not required. <Space>, <Tab>,
<&> characters are not allowed.
Figure 6. The Profile screen for changing the password.

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Quick Pairing Guide
Figure 7. The Device Management screen.
STEP 4. Click on the Add TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser button. A pop-up
menu will appear.
STEP 5. Enter the TripSaver II recloser’s transceiver ID and device name.
Note: The device name can be anything but is usually a description of where
the TripSaver II recloser is installed.
STEP 6. Click on the OK button. The communications gateway will connect to the
TripSaver II recloser and it will appear as “connected” in the Device
Management screen. See Figure 8.
Figure 8. The Device Management screen after pairing a TripSaver II recloser.
Service Center Pairing of the TripSaver II Recloser Furnished with
Firmware Version 1.8
With the introduction of TripSaver II recloser rmware version 1.8, the recloser and
communications gateway can now be easily paired in the service center without the
requirement of line current or an external power source using the corded power module
and ac adapter from the service center conguration kit:
STEP 1. Place the TripSaver II recloser in Gateway mode, as described on page 7. Power
the communications gateway by connecting it to an ac power source. Connect
to the communications gateway with a PC, as described on page 8. Make sure
any nearby USB transceiver is unplugged.
STEP 2. Power the TripSaver II recloser to be paired with the corded power module.
Instructions for using the power module can be found in S&C Instruction Sheet
461-504.
Note: The pairing process should take approximately 5 minutes. It could take up to
15 minutes. Refresh the browser after 5 minutes to make the paired TripSaver
II recloser in the Device Management screen show its “connected” status. If the
TripSaver II recloser does not show “connected” after waiting 15 minutes, follow the
“Pairing Process Takes Longer Than Expected” instructions in the Troubleshooting
section on page 15.

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Quick Pairing Guide
STEP 3. Attachthe S&C MagnetTool(or other strongmagnet)to the side of the TripSaver
II recloser with the green S&C logo. See Figure 9. This will turn on
communications inside the TripSaver II recloser allowing it to be paired with
the communications gateway.
Figure 9. Attach the magnet tool to the green logo.
STEP 4. Navigate to the Device Management screen. See Figure 10.
STEP 5. Click on the Add TripSaver II Cutout-Mounted Recloser button. A pop-up
menu will appear.
Figure 10. The Device Management screen.

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Quick Pairing Guide
STEP 6. Enter the TripSaver II recloser’s transceiver ID and device name.
Note: The device name can be anything but is usually a description of where
the TripSaver II recloser is installed.
STEP 7. Click on the OK button. It will take between one and 5 minutes for the
communications gateway to connect to the TripSaver II recloser. The recloser
will appear in the Device Management screen after the screen is refreshed
using the browser’s Refresh button. See Figure 11.
Figure 11. The Device Management screen after pairing TripSaver II recloser.
Note: This method can be used at the installation site on TripSaver II
reclosers furnished with rmware version 1.8 installed on the utility pole
and NOT powered by line current by using the cordless power module to
supply power to the recloser and then applying the magnet tool. In no case
should the corded power module be used at the installation site with the
TripSaver II recloser installed on the utility pole.
Note: The pairing process should take approximately 5 minutes. It
could take up to 15 minutes. Refresh the browser after 5 minutes to make
the paired TripSaver II recloser in the Device Management screen show its
“connected” status. If the TripSaver II recloser does not show “connected”
after waiting 15 minutes, follow the “Pairing Process Takes Longer Than
Expected” instructions in the Troubleshooting section on page 15.

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Troubleshooting
Difculties in pairing a TripSaver II recloser with a communications gateway are usually
because of signal interference. Remember that the communications gateway should be
no more than 100 feet (30.5 meters) away from the TripSaver II recloser and should have
an unobstructed view of the recloser. (A 25 to 30 foot (7.6 to 9 meter) distance is more
common depending on pole height and local construction practices.) If radio trafc is
heavy, S&C recommends moving the recloser closer to the communications gateway or
moving the gateway closer to the recloser. Also, heavy use of Bluetooth devices, cellular
devices, or Wi-Fi can cause interference. In the case of heavy interference, S&C also
recommends moving the recloser closer to the communications gateway, or vice versa.
Signal Interference
Pairing a TripSaver II recloser creates a link between both the communications gateway,
and the recloser. Before pairing a TripSaver II recloser with a new gateway, the recloser
should have Gateway mode disabled, and then re-enabled.
To pair a recloser with a new communications gateway:
STEP 1. Connect to the communications gateway, as described on page 8. Remove the
TripSaver II recloser’s entry on the Device Management screen.
STEP 2. With the recloser removed from the utility pole, connect to the TripSaver II
recloser using the service center conguration software and the service center
conguration kit (USB transceiver, corded power module, and ac adapter).
Detailed instructions for connecting a TripSaver II recloser using the service
center conguration software can be found in S&C Instruction Sheet 461-504.
STEP 3. Navigate to the Communication Settings menu and click on the
Communication Mode dropdown box. Change the Communication mode to
“Non-Gateway Mode.”
STEP 4. Click on the Apply Communication Mode button. Note: The Apply
Communication Mode button will not apply any changes that have been made
on any other menu screens. If changes have been made to another menu screen,
such as the TCC Curve Settings screen, click on the Apply button. See Figure
1 on page 7.
STEP 5. The TripSaver II recloser is now in Non-Gateway mode. Then, while still
connected to the recloser, set it to Gateway mode. Click on the Apply
Communication Mode button. Disconnect the TripSaver II recloser from the
Service Center Conguration Software by clicking on the Disconnect button.
STEP 6. Pair the TripSaver II recloser with the new communications gateway using the
instructions in the “Pairing a TripSaver II Recloser with a Communications
Gateway” section on page 10.
Pairing a Previously
Paired TripSaver II
Recloser with a New
Communications
Gateway

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Troubleshooting
Pairing a TripSaver II recloser should take approximately 5 minutes. In some cases, it
may take up to 15 minutes. If after waiting for 15 minutes the gateway (after refreshing
the browser) does not register as paired, complete the following procedure:
STEP 1. Mitigate any signal interference using the techniques in the “Signal
Interference” section on page 14.
STEP 2. Connect to the communications gateway as described on page 8. Remove the
TripSaver II recloser’s entry on the Device Management screen.
STEP 3. With the recloser removed from the utility pole, connect to the TripSaver II
recloser using the service center conguration software and the service center
conguration kit (USB transceiver, corded power module, and ac adapter).
Detailed instructions for connecting to a TripSaver II recloser using the service
center conguration software can be found in S&C Instruction Sheet 461-504.
STEP 4. Navigate to the Communication Settings menu and click on the
Communication Mode dropdown box. Change the Communication mode to
“Non-Gateway Mode.”
STEP 5. Click on the Apply Communication Mode button. Note: the Apply
Communication Mode button will not apply any changes made on any other
menu screens. If changes have been made to another menu screen, such as the
TCC Curve Settings screen, click on the Apply button.
STEP 6. The TripSaver II recloser is now in Non-Gateway mode. Then, select Gateway
mode from the dropdown menu. Click on the Apply Communication Mode
button to place the recloser back in Gateway mode. Disconnect the
TripSaver II recloser from the service center conguration software by clicking
on the Disconnect button.
STEP 7. Pair the TripSaver II recloser with the new communications gateway using the
instructions in the “Pairing a TripSaver II Recloser with a Communications
Gateway” section starting on page 10.
Pairing Process Takes
Longer Than Expected