S&C TripSaver Owner's manual

May 22, 2017
© S&C Electric Company 2011-2017, all rights reserved Instruction Sheet 461-500
S&C TripSaver®Dropout Recloser
Outdoor Distribution (15 kV and 25 kV)
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
Safety Information
Understanding Safety-Alert Messages ..............4
Following Safety Instructions .....................4
Replacement Instructions and Labels...............4
Location of Safety Label ........................5
Safety Precautions.............................6
Packing and Inspection
Packing ......................................7
Inspection ....................................7
Handling .....................................7
Installation ................................8
Operation
If TripSaver Dropout Recloser Has Dropped Out .....14
If Line Work Is to Be Performed Downstream
of TripSaver Dropout Recloser .................16
Operation Counter ............................17
Service .....................................17
Under Ice Conditions ..........................17
Service Soon Indicator .........................18
Overload Ratings .............................18
Contact Position Indicator .......................18
Operation with Loadbuster®—The S&C Loadbreak
Tool .....................................19
Installation and Operation

2S&C Instruction Sheet 461-500
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 main-
tenance of overhead electric power distribution equipment along with the associated
hazards. A qualified person is one who is trained and competent in:
• The skills and techniques necessary to distinguish exposed live parts from non-live
parts of electrical equipment
• The skills and techniques necessary to determine the proper approach distances cor-
responding 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
Thoroughly and carefully read this instruction sheet before installing or operating your
S&C TripSaver Dropout Recloser. The latest version is available online in PDF format at www.
sandc.com. Select: Support/Product Literature Library. Familiarize yourself with “SAFETY
INFORMATION” on pages 4–6.
Retain this
Instruction Sheet
This instruction sheet should be available for reference wherever the TripSaver Dropout
Recloser is used. Retain this instruction sheet in a location where you can easily retrieve
and refer to it.
Proper Application CAUTION
TripSaver Dropout Recloser must only be used for specific fusing applications that are
within the ratings of the model selected. TripSaver Dropout Recloser ratings are listed on
a ratings label attached to the unit.
NOTICE
When retrofitting TripSaver Dropout Recloser in an existing cutout mounting: To
ensure proper performance, TripSaver Dropout Recloser must only be installed in a
current-production (“-R10” catalog number supplement) S&C Type XS Cutout mounting.
See Figure 1. The warranty set forth in S&C Price Sheet 150 does not apply if TripSaver
Dropout Recloser is installed in an earlier-production S&C mounting, as shown in Figure 2,
or another manufacturer’s cutout mounting.
Introduction

S&C Instruction Sheet 461-500 3
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 immediate purchaser’s or end user’s exclusive remedy and
a fulllment of all seller’s liability. In no event shall seller’s liability to immediate purchaser
or end user exceed the price of the specic product which gives rise to 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.
Figure 1. Current-production (“-R10” catalog number supplement)
S&C Type XS Fuse Cutout mounting.
Figure 2. Earlier-production (“-R9” catalog number supplement)
S&C Type XS Fuse Cutout mounting. “-R8” and earlier versions
have similar upper contact.

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Safety Information
Understanding
Safety-Alert
Messages
Several types of safety-alert messages may appear throughout this instruction sheet as well
as on labels attached to the crate, packing, and equipment. Familiarize yourself with these
types of messages and the importance of the various signal words, as explained below.
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 Office or S&C Authorized Distributor. Their
telephone numbers are listed on S&C’s website sandc.com Or call S&C Headquarters
at [phone]; in Canada, call S&C Electric Canada Ltd. at [phone].
NOTICE
Thoroughly and carefully read this instruction sheet
before operating your S&C TripSaver Dropout Recloser.
Replacement
Instructions
and Labels
If you need additional copies of this instruction sheet, 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.

S&C Instruction Sheet 461-500 5
Safety Information
Reorder Information for Safety Information
Safety Alert Message Description Part Number
DANGER TripSaver may be energized from either side and in any position. Always consider all parts live until
de-energized, tested, and grounded G-9248
Location of Safety Labels
G-9248-E
ÇDANGER
TripSaver®II may be energized
from either side and in any
position. Always consider all
parts live until de-energized,
tested, and grounded.

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Safety Precautions
DANGER
TripSaver Dropout Reclosers operate at high voltage. Failure to observe the precau-
tions below 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 Dropout
Reclosers must be restricted only to qualified persons.
See “Qualified Persons” 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 Dropout
Recloser, use a conventional insulated hookstick or
S&C Universal Pole and Pole Extension fitted with an
S&C Talon™ Handling Tool or a distribution prong. To
open the TripSaver Dropout Recloser, use a
Loadbuster®—The S&C Loadbreak Tool, attached to a
conventional insulated hookstick or S&C Universal Pole.
7. MAINTAINING PROPER CLEARANCE. Always
maintain proper clearance from energized components.

S&C Instruction Sheet 461-500 7
Shipping and Handling
Packing
A complete S&C TripSaver Dropout Recloser includes the
following:
1. A single-pole TripSaver Dropout Recloser.
2. Miscellaneous mounting hardware (less through-bolts)
for securing the TripSaver Dropout Recloser to the pole.
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 that shipping skids, crates, and containers listed
thereon 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
CAUTION
DO NOT drop TripSaver Dropout Recloser or subject
any parts to undue stress during installation.

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Installation
STEP 1. For Overhead Pole-Top Style TripSaver Dropout
Reclosers: Attach the mounting to its mounting
bracket as illustrated in Figure 3. A mounting
bracket—suitable for crossarm, pole, or wall
mounting—is furnished only if specied through
the addition of sufx “-B” or “-C” to the TripSaver
Dropout Recloser catalog number. Note the
placement of the external-tooth lockwasher
between the mounting bracket and the center insert
of the mounting. Pivot the mounting to a position
that will provide maximum ease of operation,
then securely tighten the carriage bolt nut.
For Branch Feeder Style TripSaver Dropout
Reclosers: Attach the mounting base support to the
crossarm(s) or structure. A backup member with
carriage bolts, at washers, lockwashers, and nuts
is furnished only if specied through the addition of
sufx “-D1,” “-D2,” “-D3,” or “-D4” to the TripSaver
Dropout Recloser catalog number.
Carriage bolt
Carriage bolt nut
Lockwasher
Mounting bracket Overhead pole-top
mounting center insert
External tooth
lockwasher
Figure 3. Attaching Overhead Pole-Top Style TripSaver Dropout
Recloser mounting to mounting bracket.

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Installation
Lifting eye
Figure 4a. Inserting 15-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
mounting.
Figure 4b. Inserting 15-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
mounting.
Figure 4c. Inserting 15-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
mounting.
STEP 2. Make electrical connections to the mounting. If
aluminum conductors are used, be sure to wire-
brush them, then apply a coating of oxidation
inhibitor before inserting them into the connectors.
STEP 3. a) Insert 15-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into the
mounting by hand as shown in Figures 4a and 4b.
Alternately, while in a bucket and using a short hot
stick, insert the curled prong of an S&C Talon
Handling Tool or a distribution prong into the
lifting eye on the trunnion, and raise TripSaver
Dropout Recloser into the mounting. See Figure 4c.
If a Talon tool is used, rotate the universal pole
counterclockwise 180° to disengage it.

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Figure 5d. Inserting 15/27-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
mounting.
Figure 5c. Inserting 15/27-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
mounting.
Figure 5b. Inserting 15/27-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
mounting.
Figure 5a. Inserting 15/27-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
mounting.
Installation
b) Insert 15/27-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
the mounting by hand as shown in Figures 5a and
5b. Ensure that the end of the trunnion slides under
the connector bracket, as shown in Figure 5d. This
allows the trunnion to be lowered into the hinge.
Alternately, insert the curled prong of an S&C Talon
Handling Tool or a distribution prong into the lifting
eye on the trunnion, and raise TripSaver Dropout
Recloser into the mounting. See Figures 5c and
5d. If a Talon tool is used, rotate the universal pole
counterclockwise 180° to disengage it.

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Figure 6c. Inserting 15/27-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
mounting.
Figure 6b. Inserting 15/27-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
mounting.
Figure 6a. Inserting 15/27-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
mounting.
c) Insert 25-kV TripSaver Dropout Recloser into the
mounting by hand as shown in Figures 6a and 6b.
Alternately, insert the curled prong of an S&C Talon
Handling Tool or a distribution prong into the lift-
ing eye on the trunnion, and raise the TripSaver
Dropout Recloser into the mounting. See Figure
6c. If a Talon tool is used, rotate the universal pole
counterclockwise 180° to disengage it.
Installation

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Figure 8. DO NOT move the mode selector from AUTO to NR
position withTripSaver Dropout Recloser in dropout position.
Figure 7. Verifying mode selector handle is in AUTO position.
STEP 4. Verify that the mode selector handle is in the
AUTO position. See Figure 7.
If the mode selector handle is in the NR position,
place the handle in AUTO position by hand. Alter-
nately, tap the mode selector using the straight
prong of an S&C Talon Handling Tool or a distribu-
tion prong, and verify that it reverts to the AUTO
position.
NOTICE
The mode selector handle must be placed in the AUTO
position before closing TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
the mounting. Closing TripSaver Dropout Recloser with
the mode selector handle in the NR position may result
in the unit tripping open due to inrush current.
DANGER
DO NOT attempt to move the mode selector from the
AUTO position to the NR position while TripSaver Drop-
out Recloser is in the dropout position, as shown in
Figure 8. This may result in TripSaver Dropout Recloser
making contact with the upper contact of the mounting,
causing arcing, serious injury, or death.
Installation

S&C Instruction Sheet 461-500 13
45°
20°
Installation
STEP 5. Insert the straight prong of an S&C Talon Handling
Tool or a distribution prong into the pull-ring.
Swing TripSaver Dropout Recloser to within
approximately 45° of the fully closed position as
shown in Figure 9. Then drive TripSaver Dropout
Recloser to the closed position using a vigorous
thrust while rmly gripping the hookstick.
Carefully disengage the prong from the pull-ring,
takingcare to avoid pullingopenTripSaver Dropout
Recloser.
WARNING
DO NOT use the curled prong on an S&C Talon tool to
close TripSaver Dropout Recloser. Using the curled
prong of a Talon tool to close TripSaver Dropout
Recloser can prevent full closure, resulting in arcing,
equipment damage, serious injury, or death.
With the mode selector handle in the AUTO posi-
tion, TripSaver Dropout Recloser will operate nor-
mally according to its operating sequence: Open-5
seconds-Close-Open-Dropout-5 seconds- Close.
Figure 9. Swinging TripSaver Dropout Recloser to within 45° of
the fully closed position before final closing.

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Operation
If TripSaver Dropout Recloser Has
Dropped Out
STEP 1. Determine and resolve the cause of the fault.
STEP 2. Verify that the mode selector handle is in the AUTO
position. See Figure 10.
Insert the straight prong of an S&C Talon Handling
Tool or a distribution prong into the mode selector
handle and place the handle in the AUTO position.
NOTICE
The mode selector handle must be placed in the AUTO
position before closing TripSaver Dropout Recloser into
the mounting. Closing TripSaver Dropout Recloser with
the mode selector handle in the NR position may result
in the unit tripping open due to inrush current.
DANGER
DO NOT attempt to move the mode selector from the
AUTO position to the NR position while TripSaver
Dropout Recloser is in the dropout position as shown in
Figure 11. This may result in TripSaver Dropout Recloser
making contact with the upper contact of the mounting,
causing arcing, serious injury, or death.
Figure 10.Verifying mode selector handle is in AUTO position.
Figure 11. DO NOT move the mode selector from AUTO to
NR position with TripSaver Dropout Recloser in the dropout
position.

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Operation
STEP 3. Insert the straight prong of an S&C Talon Handling
Tool or a distribution prong into the pull-ring.
Swing TripSaver Dropout Recloser to within
approximately 45° of the fully closed position as
shown in Figure 12. Then drive the TripSaver
Dropout Recloser to the closed position using a
vigorous thrust while rmly gripping the hookstick.
Carefully disengage the prong from the pull-ring,
taking care to avoid pulling open the TripSaver
Dropout Recloser.
WARNING
DO NOT use the curled prong on an S&C Talon tool to
close TripSaver Dropout Recloser. Using the curled
prong of a Talon tool to close TripSaver Dropout
Recloser can prevent full closure, resulting in arcing,
equipment damage, serious injury, or death.
If the TripSaver Dropout Recloser will not remain
closed in the mounting, the vacuum interrupter has
reached the end of its useful life. Refer to “Service”
on page 17.
Figure 12. Swinging TripSaver Dropout Recloser to within 45° of
the fully closed position before final closing.
45°
20°

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Operation
Figure 13. Placing mode selector handle in the NR position.
Figure 14. Placing mode selector handle in the AUTO position.
Side view
Bottom view
If Line Work Is to Be Performed Downstream
of TripSaver Dropout Recloser
STEP 1. Insert the straight prong of an S&C Talon Handling
Tool or a distribution prong into the mode selector
handle and place the handle in the NR position, and
ensure that the mode selector handle is securely
engaged in the metal clip. See Figure 13.
NOTICE
With the mode selector handle in the NR position, Trip-
Saver Dropout Recloser will operate using the first “fast”
curve, then drop open. It will not reclose.
STEP 2. After line work has been completed, return the
mode selector handle to the AUTO position by
tapping the mode selector. Verify that it reverts to
the AUTO position. See Figure 14.

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Operation
Operation Counter
An operation counter is located adjacent to the mode selector
handle as shown in Figure 15.
Service
When the vacuum interrupter reaches the end of its useful
life, TripSaver Dropout Recloser will go into “Service Now”
mode. It will drop into the open position and will not reset,
blocking the vacuum interrupter in the open position and
the operating mechanism in the dropout position. TripSaver
Dropout Recloser cannot be closed into the mounting and will
need to be removed and returned to the factory for service.
Contact your nearest S&C Sales Ofce. Reverse the procedure
outlined in Step 3 on pages 9 through 11 to the remove
TripSaver Dropout Recloser from the cutout mounting.
Under Ice Conditions
Ice hood, sufx “-H1,” can be added to increase ice-breaking
capability from 1/8 to 1/4-inch. See Figure 16.
If, during a fault condition, TripSaver Dropout Recloser
cannot drop out of the mounting because of excessive ice
buildup, the operating sequence will be:
• In the AUTO mode:
Open (fast)–5 sec.–
Close–Open (TCC)–5 sec.–
[Close–Open (fast)–5 sec.]–No Reclose.
Sequence in brackets repeats four times.
• In the NR mode:
Open (fast)–5 sec.–No Reclose.
At the end of either operating sequence above, the Trip-
Saver Dropout Recloser will not have been reset and will be
locked out with the contacts in the open position. The unit
must be returned to S&C to be reset.
Figure 16. Ice hood.
Figure 15. Operation counter.
Ice hood.

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Operation
Service Soon Indicator
Option sufx “-L1” can be furnished. It indicates that the
vacuum interrupter is approaching the end of its useful life.
If the LED light located on the bottom side of the unit (see
Figure 17) is lit continuously the vacuum interrupter has
20% or more of life remaining. If the LED is ashing then the
vacuum interrupter has less than 20% of life remaining. The
“Service Soon” LED light will remain lit (continuously or
ashing) for a period of 5 minutes. The LED can be checked
at any time by moving the mode selector handle from the
AUTO to the NR position and back.
The Service Soon indicator light requires load, equal to
30% of the TripSaver Dropout Recloser rating, to be activated
(e.g., 30 amperes for the 100K (65T) TripSaver Dropout
Reclosers.
Overload Ratings
The TripSaver Dropout Recloser overload ratings are as
follows:
Models with 100K and 65T control modules: 110 amperes
Models with 50K and 30T control modules: 55 amperes
Models with 30K and 20T control modules: 35 amperes
Contact Position Indicator
Option sufx “-L2,” can be added to provide visual indication
of the vacuum interrupter contact position. If the contact
position indicator is RED as shown in Figure 18, then the
vacuum interrupter contacts are closed.
If the contact position indicator is GREEN, as shown in
Figure 19, then the vacuum interrupter contacts are opened.
Figure 17. “Service Soon” indicator.
“Service Soon”
indicator LED
Figure 18. Red contact position indicator.
Figure 19. Green contact position indicator.
Red contact
position
indicator
Green contact
position
indicator

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Operation
Operation with Loadbuster®—The S&C
Loadbreak Tool
Loadbuster— The S&C Loadbreak Tool provides low-cost,
positive, and convenient live-switching capability for
overhead distribution switching and protection devices
such as TripSaver Dropout Recloser. Following an opening
operation using the Loadbuster Tool, the TripSaver Dropout
Recloser can be lifted out of the mounting using a universal
pole equipped with a suitable fuse-handling tting, such as
an S&C Talon Fuse Handling Tool or a distribution prong.
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to open TripSaver Dropout Recloser with-
out using a loadbreak tool such as S&C’s Loadbuster Tool.
An arc started by opening TripSaver Dropout Recloser
under load without a loadbreak tool can cause arcing,
equipment damage, serious injury, or death.

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Operation
STEP 1. Check for proper resetting of the Loadbuster Tool
by extending the tool about three inches (77 mm) by
hand. Throughout this travel, an increasing spring
resistance should be felt.
STEP 2. Fasten the Loadbuster Tool to a universal pole not
less than six feet long (eight feet for Catalog Number
5400R3) with the frame of the tool in line with the
pole.
As shown in Figure 20a or 20b (power fuse shown for
illustration), the Loadbuster Tool must be attached so that it
reaches across in front of the TripSaver Dropout Recloser.
That is, the Loadbuster tool anchor must be hooked to the
attachment hook on the far side of the device. The Loadbuster
Tool should never be attached with its anchor hooked on the
closest side of the fuse cutout or other device as shown in
Figure 20c or 20d. Attaching the tool in this manner will not
only obscure the operator’s line of vision, but also result in
bending stress on the tool, causing improper disengagement.
When the Loadbuster Tool is properly attached as shown
in Figure 20a or 20b, a downward pull of the pole to open the
TripSaver Dropout Recloser extends the Loadbuster Tool and
charges an internal spring. At a predetermined point in the
opening stroke, a trigger inside the tool trips, releasing the
charged spring—thus separating the internal contacts and
interrupting the circuit. Successful operation is independent
of the speed with which the TripSaver Dropout Recloser is
opened.
Proper attachment of Loadbuster Tool to a TripSaver
Dropout Recloser is shown in Figure 21 on page 22.
When operating from a bucket truck, stay at least five
feet below the device.
Although many words and illustrations are used here to
describe operation of the Loadbuster Tool, correct techniques
can be mastered quite easily. It is advisable, however, to spend
a reasonable amount of time practicing with the Loadbuster
Tool on a de-energized TripSaver Dropout Recloser.
NOTICE
DO NOT attempt to use the Loadbuster Tool while climb-
ing a pole. Engagement of the Loadbuster Tool in this
position is difficult and may result in an improper opening
operation.