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Reclosers
Kyle® Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA
Microprocessor-Based Recloser Controls
Installation and Operation Instructions

Service Information

S280-79-10

Applicable to serial numbers above 3000 or beginning with CP57.

Figure 1.
Kyle® Form 5/UDP microprocessor-based recloser control.

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Contents
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ANSI Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quality Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Acceptance and Initial Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handling and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Initializing the Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Form 5 Control Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recloser Interface (RIF) Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central Processing Unit (CPU) Module . . . . . . . . .
Discrete Interface (DIF) Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Supply Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Form 5 Control Operator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Test Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auxiliary Power for Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recloser Interface (RIF) Module Configuration . .
Form 5 Universal Device Protection (UDP)
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Form 5 DC NOVA Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
November 2001 • Supersedes 1/01
Printed in USA

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Discrete Interface (DIF) Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Connection Information . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Standard and UDP DIF Module 1 Inputs . . . . . . . .
Standard and UDP DIF Module 1 Outputs . . . . . . .
Standard and UDP Module 2 Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . .
Standard and UDP Module 2 Outputs . . . . . . . . . .
Input Accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Initial Programming Prior to Installation . . . . . . . . .
Control / Recloser Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mounting the Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grounding the Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Connections for AC Power . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Connections for Metering . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Placing Control and Recloser into Service .
Testing and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Testing an Installed Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Testing with Type MET Tester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Closing the Recloser During Testing . . . . . . . . . . .
Form 5 Control Default Test Procedure . . . . . . . .
Remove the Control from Service . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Return the Control to Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

SAFETY
FOR LIFE

SAFETY FOR LIFE

SAFETY
FOR LIFE

Cooper Power Systems products meet or exceed all applicable industry standards relating to product safety. We actively
promote safe practices in the use and maintenance of our products through our service literature, instructional training
programs, and the continuous efforts of all Cooper Power Systems employees involved in product design, manufacture,
marketing, and service.
We strongly urge that you always follow all locally approved safety procedures and safety instructions when working
around high voltage lines and equipment and support our “Safety For Life” mission.

SAFETY INFORMATION
The instructions in this manual are not intended as a substitute for proper training or adequate experience in the
safe operation of the equipment described. Only competent technicians who are familiar with this equipment
should install, operate, and service it.
A competent technician has these qualifications:
• Is thoroughly familiar with these instructions.
• Is trained in industry-accepted high- and low-voltage
safe operating practices and procedures.
• Is trained and authorized to energize, de-energize,
clear, and ground power distribution equipment.
• Is trained in the care and use of protective equipment
such as flash clothing, safety glasses, face shield,
hard hat, rubber gloves, hotstick, etc.
Following is important safety information. For safe installation and operation of this equipment, be sure to read
and understand all cautions and warnings.

Safety Instructions
Following are general caution and warning statements
that apply to this equipment. Additional statements,
related to specific tasks and procedures, are located
throughout the manual.
DANGER: Hazardous voltage. Contact with hazardous voltage will cause death or severe personal injury. Follow all locally approved safety
procedures when working around high and low voltage
lines and equipment.
G103.3

WARNING: Before installing, operating, maintaining, or testing this equipment, carefully read
and understand the contents of this manual. Improper
operation, handling or maintenance can result in death,
severe personal injury, and equipment damage. G101.0

Hazard Statement Definitions
This manual may contain four types of hazard
statements:
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: This equipment is not intended to
protect human life. Follow all locally approved procedures and safety practices when installing or operating this equipment. Failure to comply can result in death,
severe personal injury and equipment damage.

G102.1

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.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in equipment damage only.

WARNING: Power distribution equipment must
be properly selected for the intended application. It
must be installed and serviced by competent personnel
who have been trained and understand proper safety
procedures. These instructions are written for such personnel and are not a substitute for adequate training
and experience in safety procedures. Failure to properly
select, install, or maintain power distribution equipment
can result in death, severe personal injury, and equipment damage.
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PRODUCT INFORMATION
Introduction

Control Battery Storage and Charging

Service Information S280-79-10 provides installation and
operation instructions for the Kyle Form 5 and Form 5
UDP microprocessor-based electronic recloser controls.

The 24 Vdc control battery in the Form 5 control is fully
charged prior to shipment and is ready for use. In order to
maintain sufficient charge to operate the control, the
sealed lead acid battery should be charged after no more
than three months of storage.

Read This Manual First
Read and understand the contents of this manual and follow all locally approved procedures and safety practices
before installing or operating this equipment.

Additional Information
These instructions cannot cover all details or variations in
the equipment, procedures, or process described, nor
provide directions for meeting every possible contingency
during installation, operation, or maintenance. When
additional information is desired to satisfy a problem not
covered sufficiently for the user's purpose, please contact
your Cooper Power Systems sales representative.

ANSI Standards

Note:

Two 12 Vdc, 13 amp-hour batteries are available for
use with the Form 5 Distribution Automation upgrade
accessory.

Temperature has an effect on battery life. Sealed lead
acid batteries should be stored, fully charged, at room
temperature. Never store lead acid batteries at temperature exceeding 47°C (117°F), as damage can result in
approximately one month.
IMPORTANT: To maintain sufficient charge to operate the control and prevent battery cell damage, the
sealed lead-acid batteries should be charged after no
more than three months of storage.

Kyle reclosers are designed and tested in accordance
with the following ANSI standards: C37.60 and C37.85
and ANSI Guide C37.61.

To keep the battery charged, energize the control’s builtin charger with AC power applied to the user AC supply
input connector block TB1, located left of the RIF module
within the control cabinet.

Quality Standards

Note:

ISO 9001:2000-Certified Quality Management System

Acceptance and
Initial Inspection
Each Form 5 control is completely assembled, tested, and
inspected at the factory. It is carefully calibrated, adjusted
and in good condition when accepted by the carrier for
shipment.
Upon receipt, inspect the carton for signs of damage.
Unpack the control and inspect it thoroughly for damage
incurred during shipment. If damage is discovered, file a
claim with the carrier immediately.

Handling and Storage
Be careful during handling and storage of the control to minimize the possibility of damage. If the control is to be stored
for any length of time prior to installation, provide a clean,
dry storage area. If storage is in a humid atmosphere, make
provisions to keep the control circuitry energized.
Note:

To energize the control, apply AC power to the AC supply input connector block TB1 located left of the
Recloser Interface (RIF) module within the control.
Refer to the Customer Connection for AC power section in this manual.

When shipped from the factory, the battery source is
disconnected and its output plugs are taped to the cabinet. Connect the battery plugs into the mating connectors to complete the battery circuit.

IMPORTANT: Connect the control battery when AC
power is connected to the control’s AC supply Input Terminal Block. The battery must be disconnected prior to
shipping or storing the control.

Battery Replacement
The 24 Vdc control battery has a life expectancy of 4 to 6
years. It is recommended that the battery be replaced
after 4 years.

Control Power
The primary source of power is factory configured for 120 Vac
or 240 Vac. The 240 Vac version is available as an option
at time of order entry. Primary power is rectified to charge
the power capacitor and to power the dc/dc converter that
provides power to the control. A minimum of 500 mA of ac
current is required for heater operation, battery charging
current, and to keep all modules energized.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

AC Reclosers

The AC power LED indicator on the operator panel of the
control will turn off after 15 seconds upon loss of AC
power. The indicator will illuminate immediately upon
return of ac power.

Power to operate the tripping and closing solenoids in the
recloser is provided by the power capacitor located
behind the operator panel of the control. A sealed, 24-volt,
lead acid battery is located in the lower portion of the control cabinet and is utilized to provide operating and tripping energy when AC power is temporarily lost. The
control is equipped with an ac-powered, temperaturecompensated battery charger.

Initializing the Control
Two methods are available to initialize the Form 5 control.
Method 1: Connect AC power to the input connector terminal TB-1. Refer to the Customer Connections for AC Power section of this manual.

Operation Upon Loss Of AC Power
If the control is equipped with the standard 24 Vdc leadacid battery, the control maintains full operation from the
battery power supply for a minimum of 32 hours at 20°C
(24 hours at -40°C). To prevent battery damage, the control shuts down automatically upon detection of low battery voltage below 22.7 Vdc.

Method 2: Connect the battery terminal on the control
and press the MANUAL BATTERY RECONNECT button located on the Form 5 power
supply. See Figure 4.

Control programming settings and parameters—including
event recorder, duty monitor, and data profile metering
parameters—are stored in non-volatile memory and
retained upon loss of control power. The time/date clock
resets to 0:00:00, 1970 upon loss of control power.

In both methods, after initialization, set the control clock
via the interface software.

Note:

Method 2 powers the control off the battery
and is not intended for long term operation.

LCD Display
CONTROL OK
AC POWER
ABOVE MIN TRIP

CHECK BATTERY
RECLOSER MALFUNCTION
REVERSE POWER FLOW

LED Indicators

BUSHINGS 1-2 FAULT TARGET
BUSHINGS 3-4 FAULT TARGET
BUSHINGS 5-6 FAULT TARGET

BACK

RESET
TARGETS

CHANGE

RESET
MAX CURRENT

LAMP
TEST

LCD Display Dedicated
Function Keys

GROUND FAULT TARGET
SENSITIVE-GROUND FAULT TARGET

BUSHINGS 1-2 VOLTAGE

GND TRIP
BLOCKED

NON
RECLOSING

SUPERVISORY
BLOCKED

COLD LOAD
PICK UP
BLOCKED

BATTERY
TEST

FAST
TRIPS
DISABLED

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 1

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 2

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 3

BUSHINGS 3-4 VOLTAGE
BUSHINGS 5-6 VOLTAGE

CLOSE Pushbutton

RECLOSER CLOSED HOT LINE
TAG
ON
RECLOSER OPEN
CONTROL LOCKOUT

OFF

TX 3

TX 2

RS232
RX 3 RX 2

RS232 Data Port

TRIP (LOCKOUT)
Pushbutton
TRIP
(LOCKOUT)

KYLE

FORM 5
RECLOSER CONTROL

Figure 2.
Form 5 recloser control operator panel.

Operation "Hot Keys"

Hot Line Tag

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FORM 5 CONTROL DESCRIPTION
Current sensing is provided by three current transformers
located in the recloser and interfaced to the Form 5 control
via the control cable. This cable also supplies Trip, Close,
and Recloser status, and connects to the Recloser Interface (RIF) module to provide isolation for reliable operation. Voltages for metering are also connected to the RIF
module via the connector terminal block, TB-1 (Figure 3).

The following chain of events occurs for an operating
sequence of two trips to lockout:
1. The overcurrent signal is integrated with time on the
selected curve for the first trip operation (TCC1) to
produce the signal which energizes the trip circuit.
2. Energizing the trip circuit connects the battery and
capacitor to the trip solenoid to open the recloser.

A functional block diagram of the Form 5 control is shown
in Figure 3. Line current flowing through the recloser is
converted by the CPU module to a digital signal suitable
for metering and fault current calculations. Data sampling
occurs at a rate 32 times per cycle. The CPU contains a
data acquisition section that uses the acquired samples to
compute the fundamental currents and voltage for use in
overcurrent, under/over voltage and under/over frequency
protection, as well as currents and voltages for metering
functions. The current for overcurrent protection is calculated on a sub-cycle basis; it includes only the fundamental and DC component. For metering, the fundamental and
harmonic current and voltages are determined.

3. Upon opening, the control starts timing on the first
reclosing interval-delay time.
4. Upon expiration of this reclosing interval-delay, a closing signal is issued from the control, closing the
recloser and selecting the time-current characteristics
for the second trip operation (TCC2).
5. If current remains above the minimum-trip level, the
tripping and reclosing sequence is repeated.
6. The control begins the reset-delay timer if the overcurrent is cleared before the operating sequence
reaches lockout indicated by a closed recloser and
current below minimum trip.

When the phase or ground current exceeds its programmed minimum-trip value and associated time-current curve (TCC) timing, the control initiates the
programmed sequence of recloser tripping and reclosing
operations via the CPU and RIF modules. If the fault is
temporary, the control ceases to command recloser operations after a successful reclose, and the control resets to
the start of its operating sequence after a preset time
delay. If the fault is permanent, the control performs its
complete programmed sequence of reclose commands
and locks out with the recloser open. Once locked out, the
control must be closed via the operator panel or SCADA
communications. This resets the control to the start of the
operating sequence.

7. When the reset-delay times out, the control is reset to
the home state and is ready for another programmed
operating sequence. If current rises above minimum
trip prior to the reset-delay timing out, the timer is
halted and the control resumes the operating
sequence while the accumulated reset-delay timing is
restarted.

TB1 TERMINAL BLOCK
CUSTOMER

RECLOSER
TRIP SOLENOID

P.T. INPUTS

POWER SUPPLY

BATTERY

RIF
OPTICAL
ISOLATION

CLOSE SOLENOID

OPTICAL
ISOLATION

OPEN / CLOSE
SWITCHES

OPTICAL
ISOLATION

OPERATOR'S
PANEL

CPU

DIF#2

DIF#1
(OPTIONAL)

(OPTIONAL)

KEYBOARD
LED's
LCD
RS232 PORT

A Ø CT
B Ø CT
C Ø CT

MATCHING
TRANSFORMERS
AND SIGNAL
CONDITIONING

CT COMMON
OPTIONS

RS232
Or
FIBER-OPTIC
PORT
RS232
Or
FIBER-OPTIC
PCB

12
12

USER
CONNECTIONS
6 unlatched outputs
6 latched outputs
12 inputs

12
USER
CONNECTIONS
6 unlatched outputs
6 latched outputs
12 inputs

Figure 3.
Form 5 control operational flow diagram.
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Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

The Form 5 control is constructed in a modular fashion to
simplify service and the addition of accessories (Figure
4). The standard configuration incorporates a Central
Processing Unit (CPU) module, power supply module,
Recloser Interface (RIF) module, and an operator panel.
Discrete Interface (DIF) module(s), the fiber-optic board
and the RS-232 communication interface cards may be
ordered as accessories. Mounting provisions can be
provided to add customer-supplied radio and modem
modules.

Recloser Interface (RIF) Module
The Recloser Interface (RIF) Module provides the interface between the recloser and the CPU module, as well
as the interface between the voltage sensors and the
CPU module. The RIF is designed to interface with the following reclosers: WE/WVE group, NOVA group,
VSA/VSO group, and KFME/KFVME (50Hz) group.
The recloser connector includes three current-transformer inputs, Open and Closed status sensing, and Trip
and Close controls. The voltage sensor connector
accepts six voltage inputs; three for source-side, and
three for load-side voltage. Two sets of dip switches,
located on the RIF front panel, utilize different switch positions to configure the desired voltage. See Figure 17.
The RIF board accepts either 12, 120, or 240 Vac voltage
inputs for metering. The factory configuration is outlined
on the module label and can be customized to user specification. See RECLOSER INTERFACE (RIF) MODULE
CONFIGURATION section of this manual.

Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Module
The CPU module is the center of the Form 5 control. The
CPU contains a 32-bit micro-controller, a Digital Signal
Processor, RAM and EEPROM memory, and a 16-bit
analog-to-digital converter. The CPU module accepts 16
analog inputs which it routes through the digital signal
processor, which samples 32 times per cycle, to compute
harmonic analysis to the 15th harmonic.

Discrete Interface (DIF) Module
The Discrete Interface (DIF) module allows users with
existing RTUs the ability to interface with the Form 5 control. The DIF module contains 12 inputs and 12 outputs
can be customized for a remote or supervisory function.
One Form 5 control can accommodate two DIF modules.
See DISCRETE INTERFACE (DIF) ACCESSORY section of this manual.

Power Supply Module
The Power Supply module is designed to accept 100 to
134 Vac or 200 to 268 Vac user-supplied input power at
either 50 or 60 Hz.
The Power supply module (connection P9) provides auxiliary power to radio communications units, RTUs and
other accessories. The auxiliary output provides 24 Vdc
(12 Vdc is available) for user loads. The auxiliary power
supply has the capability to provide a load of up to 40 W
peak (1 second) and 3 W average. The auxiliary power is
fused and current-limited to prevent user loads from disabling the control.

Recloser Interface
(RIF) Module
Manual Battery
Reconnect Button
Auxiliary Power
Connection (P9)
Grounding Strap
Central Processing
Unit (CPU) Module
Power
Supply
Module

Power Capacitor
(Located behind operator
panel)

TB1 Connector
Block
Control Cable Receptacle
and Control Grounding Lug
(located beneath cabinet)

Control Battery

Figure 4.
Form 5 UDP control operating panel with interface modules and radio mounting provisions.

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Form 5 Control Operator Panel

AC POWER

The Form 5 control operator panel (Figure 8) allows local
operation and status interrogation through built-in operator
controls and status displays. The operator panel contains
LED indicators, operational pushbuttons, membrane-type
functional/indication switches, backlit LCD display, and
Hot Line Tag switch with indication. An RS-232 port is also
provided to permit the temporary connection of a PC for
programming the parameters in the control.

This green LED is illuminated when the presence of ac
input power to the control is sensed. The LED will turn off
if ac power is lost for more than 10 seconds.

All indicators with the exception of Hot Line Tag and
recloser status are automatically turned off after 5 minutes
of operator panel inactivity.
Reactivating is accomplished by pressing any operation
switch. The LCD messages will remain while in this
power-saving mode, although the illuminating backlight
will shut off.

ABOVE MIN TRIP
This red LED is illuminated when the control detects that
current is above the programmed minimum trip value for
Bushings 1-2, Bushings 3-4, Bushings 5-6, Ground, or
Sensitive Ground.
CHECK BATTERY
This red indicator illuminates for two conditions:
1. Battery voltage is below 20 Vdc or drops 2Vdc or more
during battery test.
2. The control fails a manual battery test. The LED will
remain on until a successful battery test is completed.
Refer to the Battery Test Procedure in this manual for
more information.

CONTROL OK
AC POWER

RECLOSER MALFUNCTION

ABOVE MIN TRIP

This red indicator is illuminated when the control detects
a failure in a trip or close operation. It turns off automatically if the recloser returns to the proper state.

CHECK BATTERY
RECLOSER MALFUNCTION
REVERSE POWER FLOW

BUSHINGS 1-2 FAULT TARGET
BUSHINGS 3-4 FAULT TARGET
BUSHINGS 5-6 FAULT TARGET

REVERSE POWER FLOW

BACK

RESET
TARGETS

CHANGE

RESET
MAX CURRENT

LAMP
TEST

GROUND FAULT TARGET
SENSITIVE-GROUND FAULT TARGET

BUSHINGS 1-2 VOLTAGE

GND TRIP
BLOCKED

NON
RECLOSING

SUPERVISORY
BLOCKED

COLD LOAD
PICK UP
BLOCKED

BATTERY
TEST

FAST
TRIPS
DISABLED

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 1

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 2

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 3

BUSHINGS 3-4 VOLTAGE
BUSHINGS 5-6 VOLTAGE

This red indicator illuminates when the control detects
power flow from the load side to the source side of the
recloser.
Note:

Voltage sensor polarity and phase must be correct for
reverse power flow to function properly.

BUSHINGS 1-2 FAULT TARGET
BUSHINGS 3-4 FAULT TARGET
BUSHINGS 5-6 FAULT TARGET

RECLOSER CLOSED HOT LINE
TAG
ON
RECLOSER OPEN
CONTROL LOCKOUT

TRIP
(LOCKOUT)

OFF

TX 3

TX 2

GROUND FAULT TARGET
RS232

SENSITIVE GROUND FAULT TARGET

RX 3 RX 2

KYLE

FORM 5
RECLOSER CONTROL

Figure 5.
Form 5 control operator panel.

These red target LEDs illuminate when the control issues
an overcurrent trip signal while the respective phase current or ground current exceeds the minimum pickup
value. Reset is accomplished automatically when Auto
Reset is activated and a successful close operation is performed or manual reset is accomplished by pressing the
RESET TARGETS button on the control operator panel.
BUSHINGS 1-2 VOLTAGE
BUSHINGS 3-4 VOLTAGE

LED Indicators
The operator panel LED indicators (Figure 5) give instant
information on the control and recloser status.
LED indicators include:
CONTROL OK
This green LED is illuminated when the continuous selfdiagnostics of the control have detected no CPU or memory malfunctions and indicate that the control is capable of
normal operation.

BUSHINGS 5-6 VOLTAGE
These red voltage LEDs illuminate when the control
detects the presence of voltage on the respective bushings as connected to TB1. Refer to the Customer Connections for AC Power section in these instructions to
determine the appropriate power connections.
RECLOSER CLOSED
This red indicator is illuminated when the control senses
that the recloser mechanism is in the closed position.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

RECLOSER OPEN
This green indicator is illuminated when the control senses
that the recloser mechanism is in the open position.
CONTROL LOCKOUT
This green indicator is illuminated when the recloser is
open and a reclosing sequence is not in progress or when
the lockout handle on the recloser mechanism is in the
down position; i.e., trip and close circuits are open.
Note:

The RECLOSER MALFUNCTION, RECLOSER OPEN,
RECLOSER CLOSED, and RECLOSER LOCKOUT
LEDs will flash upon detection of a trip failure. See the
Control Features section of this manual.

RESET
TARGETS
RESET
MAX CURRENT

BACK

CHANGE
LAMP
TEST

TRIP (Lockout) Pushbutton

Figure 6.
LCD display and dedicated function keys.

The TRIP pushbutton (Figure 2) provides front-panel
access to trip (lockout) the recloser. When pressed, the
TRIP push-button opens the recloser and locks out the
control.

BACK Key

CLOSE Pushbutton
When pressed, the CLOSE pushbutton (Figure 2) returns
the control to the initial or home position, closing the
recloser. The control is ready for the start of a new
trip/close sequence.
Note:

Pressing the CLOSE pushbutton from the Lockout position, will initiate Cold Load Pickup (CLPU) protection, if
the feature is first enabled from the interface software
Protection Profile screen, and the COLD LOAD PICKUP
BLOCKED LED on the operator panel is not lit.
If the recloser is closed, pushing the CLOSE pushbutton
has no effect on the control. Depressing and holding the
CLOSE pushbutton does not activate the Cold Load
Pickup feature. See Cold Load Pickup in the Control
Features section of this manual.

The Form 5 control has a Manual Close Delay feature that
provides an interval of time from when the CLOSE pushbutton is depressed to the time when manual close operation is performed. See Manual Close Delay in the
Control Features section of this manual.

LCD Display
The control operator panel has a large, backlit LCD display (Figure 6) used for viewing control parameters and
monitoring system conditions. Data is organized into
screens of information, with each display containing four
lines of information, with up to 20 characters per line.
Access to the screens is obtained through navigational
keys which permit the user to scroll through the menu in a
timely and efficient manner.
When an overcurrent trip occurs, the control automatically
displays the fault current values as shown on the LCD display as Screen 1. Refer to LCD Display Screens section
of this manual.

NEXT Key
Pressing the NEXT key causes the LCD display to scroll to
the next screen of available information. Pressing and holding the NEXT key causes the control to scroll to subsequent
screens at the rate of about two screens per second.
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Pressing the BACK key causes the LCD display to scroll
to the previous screen of available information. Pressing
and holding the BACK key causes the control to scroll to
previous screen.

RESET TARGETS/RESET MAX
CURRENT Key
Pressing the RESET TARGETS/RESET MAX CURRENT
key resets the fault target indicators on the control operator panel. The fault current values shown on Screen 2 of
the LCD display will reset to values of zero.
Pressing and holding the RESET TARGETS/RESET
MAX CURRENT key for three seconds will reset the minimum and maximum current and histogram values in LCD
Display screens 34 through 37. This key will also reset the
Trip Failure Detection feature. See the Control Features
section of this manual.

CHANGE/LAMP TEST Key
Pressing this key for less than three seconds places the
control into a CHANGE mode for 10 seconds as indicated
by the LCD display. CHANGE mode permits the user to
change the state of the nine function/indicator switches on
the operator panel. Security is enhanced by permitting a
only one selection for each CHANGE mode period.
Pressing and holding the CHANGE/LAMP TEST key for
three seconds will cause the control to perform a frontpanel lamp test. In the Lamp Test Mode, the status indicators flash three times (one second on, one second off).
All status indicators then return to their previous state.
While in the Lamp Test Mode, the control response to
operator panel keys is disabled, except for the TRIP
(LOCKOUT), CLOSE, and HOT LINE TAG switches.

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LCD Display Screens
Every LCD display screen contains a parameter name,
parameter value, and parameter units. If the control
detects that a parameter value is invalid, the LCD display
shows five dash characters (- - - - -) in the value field of the
screen. Demand metered values are indicated by (D) and
instantaneous values by (I).

Screen 6 – S1 Phase-to-Neutral, Instant. Voltage
6 Instant S1 Ph-N
Ph1-N

____________ V

Ph3-N

____________ V

Ph5-N

____________ V

Screen 1 – Instantaneous Load Current
Screen 1 displays line current values present for the last
overcurrent trip operation. Values are reset to zero when
the fault targets are reset.
1 Gnd

____________ A

Ph1-2

____________ A

Ph3-4

____________ A

Ph5-6

____________ A

Screen 7 – S1 Phase-to-Phase, Instant. Voltage
7 Instant S1 Ph-Ph
Ph1-3

____________ V

Ph3-5

____________ V

Ph5-1

____________ V

Screen 8 – S2 Phase-to-Neutral, Instant. Voltage
Screen 2 – Fault Targets

8 Instant S2 Ph-N
Ph2-N

____________ V

2 Gnd Fault

____________ A

Ph4-N

____________ V

Ph1-2 Fault

____________ A

Ph6-N

____________ V

Ph3-4 Fault

____________ A

Ph5-6 Fault

____________ A

Screen 9 – S2 Phase-to-Phase, Instant. Voltage
9 Instant S2 Ph-Ph

Screen 3 – Frequency Trip

Ph2-4

____________ V

Ph4-6

____________ V

Ph6-2

____________ V

3 Freq Trip____________ Hz
Time

Screen 10 – Instantaneous Voltage

Date

Present Freq ____________ Hz

10 Instant S1-S2
Ph1-2 Dif

____________ V

Ph3-4 Dif

____________ V

Ph5-6 Dif

____________ V

Screen 4 – Voltage Trip
Screen 11 – Real Power

4 Ph1-N VTrip

____________ V

Ph3-N VTrip

____________ V

11 Tot

____________ kW

Ph5-N VTrip

____________ V

Ph1-2

____________ kW

Time

Date

Ph3-4

____________ kW

Ph5-6

____________ kW

Screen 5 – Power kWh

Screen 12 – Instantaneous kVA

5 Tot

____________ kWh

12 Tot

____________ kVA

Ph1-2

____________ kWh

Ph1-2

____________ kVA

Ph3-4

____________ kWh

Ph3-4

____________ kVA

Ph5-6

____________ kWh

Ph5-6

____________ kVA
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Screen 13 – Instantaneous kVAR
13 Tot

____________ kVAr

19 Demand S2 Ph-N

Ph1-2

____________ kVAr

Ph2-N(d)

____________ V

Ph3-4

____________ kVAr

Ph4-N(d)

____________ V

Ph5-6

____________ kVAr

Ph6-N(d)

____________ V

Screen 14 – Instantaneous Power Factor
14 Tot

____________ PF

Ph1-2

____________ PF

Ph3-4

____________ PF

Ph5-6

____________ PF

Screen 15 – Instantaneous Total Harmonic Distortion
Current

Screen 20 – Demand Phase-to-Phase Voltage
20 Demand S2 Ph-Ph
Ph2-4(d)

____________ V

Ph4-6(d)

____________ V

Ph6-2(d)

____________ V

Screen 21 – Demand Voltage

15 Gnd

____________ %THDI

21 Demand S1-S2

Ph1-2

____________ %THDI

Ph1-2(d)

____________ V

Ph3-4

____________ %THDI

Ph3-4(d)

____________ V

Ph5-6

____________ %THDI

Ph5-6(d)

____________ V

Screen 16 – Instantaneous Total Harmonic Distortion
Voltage

Screen 22 – Demand Current

16 Instant S1 Ph-N

22 Gnd

____________ A

Ph1-N

____________ %THDV

Ph1-2 (d)

____________ A

Ph3-N

____________ %THDV

Ph3-4 (d)

____________ A

Ph5-N

____________ %THDV

Ph5-6 (d)

____________ A

Screen 17 – Demand Phase to Neutral Voltage

Screen 23 – Demand kW

17 Demand S1 Ph-N

23 Tot (d)

____________ kW

Ph1-N(d)

____________ V

Ph1-2(d)

____________ kW

Ph3-N(d)

____________ V

Ph3-4 (d)

____________ kW

Ph5-N(d)

____________ V

Ph5-6 (d)

____________ kW

Screen 18 – Demand Phase-to-Phase Voltage

Screen 19 – Demand Phase-to-Neutral Voltage

Screen 24 – Demand kVA

18 Demand S1 Ph-Ph

24 Tot

____________ kVA

Ph1-3 (d)

____________ V

Ph1-2(d)

____________ kVA

Ph3-5(d)

____________ V

Ph3-4(d)

____________ kVA

Ph5-1(d)

____________ V

Ph5-6(d)

____________ kVA

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Screen 25 – Total kVAr and kVAr per Phase
25 Tot

____________ kVAr

Ph1-2(d)

____________ kVAr

Ph3-4(d)

____________ kVAr

Ph5-6(d)

____________ kVAr

Screen 31 – Battery Monitor
The Battery Monitor displays the battery voltage, current,
and voltage during a battery test. The Battery Monitor is
used with the Battery Test pushbutton. Refer to the Battery Test Procedure section of these instructions for
more information.
31 Battery Monitor

Screen 26 – Demand Power Factor
26 Tot

____________ PF

Ph1-2(d)

____________ PF

Ph3-4(d)

____________ PF

Ph5-6(d)

____________ PF

Screen 27 – Demand THD Current

Normal

_______ V

Normal

_____ mA

Test

_______ V

Screen 32 – Phase Minimum Trip Settings
Phase minimum trip settings are listed for the four protection profiles. Line 1 is the normal setting, ALT1 is profile
No. 1, ALT2 is profile No. 2, and ALT3 is profile No. 3.
Phase Minimum Trip Settings allow verification of trip settings before selection of an alternate profile.
32 – Phase MT

______ A

27 Gnd

____________ %THDI

ALT1 MT

______ A

Ph1-2(d)

____________ %THDI

ALT2 MT

______ A

Ph3-4(d)

____________ %THDI

ALT3 MT

______ A

Ph5-6(d)

____________ %THDI
Screen 33 – Ground Minimum Trip Settings

Screen 28 – Demand THD Voltage
28 Demand S1 Ph-N

Ground minimum trip settings are listed for the four protection profiles. Line 1 is the normal setting, ALT1 is profile No. 1, ALT2 is profile No. 2, and ALT3 is profile No. 3.
Ground Minimum Trip Settings allow verification of trip
settings before selection of an alternate profile.

Ph1-N(d)

____________ %THDV

Ph3-N(d)

____________ %THDV

33 Gnd MT

Ph5-N(d)

____________ %THDV

Alt1 MT

_______ A

Alt2 MT

______ A

Alt3 MT

_______ A

______ A

Screen 29 – Number of Trips for Ground and Phase
29 Gnd OC Trip

____________

Ph1-2 OC Trip

____________

Ph3-4 OCTrip

____________

34 Gnd Max

____________A

Ph5-6 OC Trip

____________

Time

Date

Ph1-2 Max

____________A

Time

Date

Screen 30 – Number of SGF Trips and Total Trip
Operations

Screen 34 – Ground Max, Phase 1-2 Max Demand
Currents

Screen 35 – Phase 3-4 Max, Phase 5-6 Max Demand
Currents
30 SGF OC Trip ______
Operations

______

35 Ph 3-4 Max

____________A

Time

Date

Ph5-6 Max

____________A

Time

Date

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Screen 36 – Ground Min, Phase 1-2 Min Demand
Currents
36 Gnd Min

____________A

Time

Date

Ph1-2 Min

____________A

Time

Date

Note:

Screen 41 – Communication Port 3 Settings
This message displays the protocol settings (2179 or
DNP3.0), baud rate, and address for Serial Port #3.
Baud rate and address are set using the interface software, while protocol is set at the factory based on user’s
specifications.

Demand currents are a time integrated value and do not
reflect minimum or maximum instantaneous currents.
The demand integration time constant is set via the interface software demand metering screen. These are the
same values displayed in the histogram screen.

41 – Comm Port 3

______

Protocol

_______

Speed

_______

Address

_______

Operation/Indication Pushbuttons
Screen 37 – Phase 3-4 Min, Phase 5-6 Min Currents
37 Ph3-4 Min

____________A

Time

Date

Ph5-6 Min

____________A

Time

Date

Note:

Pressing and holding the RESET TARGETS/RESET
MAX CURRENT key for three seconds will reset the
minimum and maximum Demand values.

To initiate an operation from the operator panel, press the
CHANGE/LAMP TEST key to enter the CHANGE mode.
The operator has 10 seconds to select an operation and
modify settings. If no changes are made, the control will
return to its operational state prior to entering the
CHANGE mode. This prevents accidental changing of
settings.

____________miles

Note:

38 Fault Location

Time

These features are activated from the keypad, control
interface software or SCADA signal.

Red LEDs located on each switch indicate the status of
the function, regardless of local or remote activation. For
example, if Cold Load Pickup was activated from a
SCADA signal, the red indicator would illuminate even
though it was not activated from the operator panel.

Screen 38 – Fault Location

Distance

Nine frequently used features are provided on the control
operator panel (Figure 7).

Date

Operation LEDs activated from local or remote sources
do not illuminate when the front panel is in the powersave mode.

Screen 39 – Control Information
39 CPU Firmware
Firmware FW Database

SUPERVISORY
BLOCKED

COLD LOAD
PICKUP
BLOCKED

BATTERY
TEST

FAST
TRIPS
DISABLED

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 1

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 2

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 3

Date

Screen 40 – Communication Port 2 Settings
This message displays the protocol settings (2179 or
DNP3.0), baud rate, and address for Serial Port #2.
Baud rate and address are set using the interface software, while protocol is set at the factory based on user’s
specifications.

NON
RECLOSING

X.XX

Time

GND TRIP
BLOCKED

40 – Comm Port 2

______

Protocol

_______

Speed

_______

Address

_______

Figure 7.
Operation/indication pushbuttons.
GND TRIP BLOCKED
Ground Trip Blocked is activated by pressing the
CHANGE/LAMP TEST key, then pressing the GND TRIP
BLOCKED key. The red indicator illuminates.

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NON RECLOSING
Non-reclosing mode disables any automatic reclosing
operations. Non-reclosing does not alter the active TCC.
The feature is activated by pressing the CHANGE/LAMP
TEST key, then pressing the NON RECLOSING key. The
red indicator illuminates.
SUPERVISORY BLOCKED
Supervisory Blocked disables supervisory SCADA and the
interface software; remote SCADA remains active. Operational data and metering information are available while
the control is in the SUPERVISORY BLOCKED position.
The TRIP and CLOSE pushbuttons are active independently of the SUPERVISORY BLOCKED function.
Activation of the feature is restricted to the operator panel
keypad by pressing the CHANGE/LAMP TEST key, then
pressing the SUPERVISORY BLOCKED key.
COLD LOAD PICKUP BLOCKED
The Cold Load Pickup feature is blocked while the COLD
LOAD PICKUP BLOCKED is active. When CLPU is not
blocked, the control utilizes the Cold Load Pickup TCC,
reclose interval, operations to lockout and minimum trip settings in lieu of the normal first operation protection settings.
Note:

The Cold Load Pickup Blocked key is replaced by the SENSITIVE GROUND FAULT key on international controls.

BATTERY TEST
Depressing the BATTERY TEST key performs a control
battery test. The red indicator illuminates and turns off
automatically when the control has finished performing the
test. Refer to the Battery Test Procedure section of these
instructions for further details on testing the control battery.
FAST TRIPS DISABLED
Fast Trips Disabled commands the control to use the programmed Fast Trips Disabled time-current curve for all
tripping operations.
ALTERNATE PROFILE Indicator/Key
The control has four separate protection profiles; a normal
profile, and Alternate Profiles 1, 2, and 3. Each profile
changes all protection parameters for the control. Except for
the normal profile, each has an indication and selection key.
During control operation, if the three alternate profile indicator lights are not illuminated, the normal profile is active.
To select an alternate profile, press the CHANGE/LAMP
TEST key, then press the desired alternate profile. To
return to the normal profile, simply turn off the active alternate profile. These functions can also be operated
remotely via communications interfaces.
Note:

Note:

Program all protection profiles. Program unused alternate profiles should be programmed with the same setting as one of the applicable profiles. Default settings on
unused alternate profiles can cause unnecessary outages if they are below normal system requirements.
The minimum trip values for each protection profile are
shown on Screens 32 and 33 of the LCD display. Check
these minimum trip values prior to changing an alternate
profile to avoid misoperation of the control under load
conditions.
On Form 5 UDP controls, Alternate Profile 3 is replaced
with SWITCH MODE.

HOT LINE TAG Switch
WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Do not use Hot
Line Tag as a substitute for a visible disconnect.
Always establish a visible disconnect prior to performing any work requiring a de-energized line. Failure to
comply may cause death, severe personal injury, or
equipment damage.
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Hot Line Tag is provided for live-line work applications. All
closing operations are disabled when the Hot Line Tag
feature is activated. While active, the control utilizes an
independent, user-selectable time-current curve for trip
operations.
IMPORTANT: Hot Line Tag activation does not
cause the recloser to trip open. It only prevents the
recloser from closing.
IMPORTANT: Hot Line Tag is intended solely for
live-line work applications, such as maintenance,
repairs or improvements to the distribution system, that
occur while the line remains energized.
The Hot Line Tag feature (Figure 8) consists of a toggle
switch and an LED indicator which illuminates when the
function is active. When active, Hot Line Tag prevents all
closing attempts and shifts protection to one trip to lockout
on the programmed time-current curve. The Hot Line Tag
function takes precedence over Cold Load Pickup, Non
Reclosing, and Fast Trips Disabled.
Activation is accomplished by placing the operator panel
toggle switch to the ON position, or via SCADA command.
Hot Line Tag is activated from the operator panel, communication Port 2, communication Port 3, or a Discrete
Interface Module (DIF). All sources must be off to de-activate Hot Line Tag.
The Hot Line Tag feature may only be reset by the source
which initiates the function. For example, if Hot Line Tag
is activated at the operator panel, resetting the function is
only possible at the operator panel, and not via SCADA
command. For SCADA, Hot Line Tag must be disabled
via the same port number where Hot Line Tag was originally enabled.

HOT LINE
TAG

OFF
Figure 8.
Hot Line Tag Switch.
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RS-232 Communication Port

Control Features

The standard Form 5 control is equipped with a operator
panel RS-232 port for interface with a personal computer
running the Form 5 interface software program. This ninepin female data communication equipment (DCE) Port 1
permits the uploading of all programming information
stored in the control, including protection profiles, event
recorder, data profiles, alarms, counters, and metering
information. Port 1 provides a simple means to download
operating parameters from a personal computer to the
control.The protocol, baud rate and address for Port 1 are
identified from the LCD display.

The Form 5 recloser control offers numerous standard
features and accessories that allow the user the utmost
flexibility in designing a control suitable for their application requirements.

If a fiber-optic or RS-232 accessory board is connected to
Port 2 (located on the back of the operator panel) any
external electrical connection from the operator panel will
disable the accessory board.

With the auto-restoration feature, the Form 5 can be set to
close the recloser after the system frequency and voltage
have recovered. Parameters available for setting include
frequency and voltage thresholds and time delay.

Note:

The operator panel RS-232 port is intended only for
temporary connection of a personal computer. Permanent serial communications must be made via the RS232 or fiber-optic accessory board.

Battery Test Procedure
The condition of the control battery is tested by depressing the BATTERY TEST hot key on the operator panel. No
external current/voltage meter is necessary for testing.
The control performs a self-test every 12 hours or when
initiated by an external command. When a battery test is
initiated, the spurious charge is first drained to allow the
battery voltage to equalize. A 10-ohm, 55-watt resistor is
then placed across the battery terminals and a voltage
drop is calculated. If the drop from the equalized voltage
to the test voltage exceeds 2 volts, then the CHECK BATTERY LED is illuminated.
To perform a battery test:
1. Using the Next and BACK keys, scroll through the
LCD display to Screen 31, the Battery Monitor screen.
2. Record the NORMAL VOLTS and NORMAL CURRENT readings from the screen.
Note:

Voltage should be between 25 to 31 volts with
higher readings at colder temperatures. Under normal conditions with ac connected and the battery
trickle charging, the current should read less than
20 mA. With ac connected and in bulk charging
mode, current will range from 12 to 600 mA. With ac
disconnected and the battery supplying the load,
current will read -180 mA to -600mA depending on
accessories connected.

Under/Over Frequency Loadshedding
The Form 5 control includes provisions for frequency
loadshedding that trips the recloser for conditions of under
or over system frequency. Access to this feature is
through frequency threshold, trip time, and allowable voltage threshold.

A frequency alarm is available and can be configured for
notification.

Voltage Protection (120 Vac-based)
Voltage protection functionality is included as standard on
all Form 5 controls. A recloser trip will be issued for under
and over voltage conditions when the monitored voltage
falls outside user-specified limits for a selectable time.
Response mode includes any single-phase, all three
phases, and single-phase with three-phase inhibit.
Response mode facilitates protecting against a single
phase condition common when a high side fuse operates
on a distribution transformer. Parameters are also available to provide auto restoration after a trip. A voltage
alarm is available and can be configured for notification.

Protection Profiles
Four separate protection profiles are included to allow the
user to adapt overcurrent settings for varying system conditions such as load, live line work or weather. The active
profile is selected from the operator panel or with the interface software or SCADA (Figure 9). Each profile has 14
TCC specifications plus reclose intervals, sequence coordination and reset times to maintain independent protection parameters.

3. Momentarily, press the CHANGE/LAMP TEST key,
then BATTERY TEST key.
Note:

AC power can be either connected or disconnected
for Step 3.

4. Record the TEST VOLTS reading from the LCD and
the status of the CHECK BATTERY LED. Service the
battery if the CHECK BATTERY LED is illuminated.
Figure 9.
Interface software sample protection profile.

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Power Metering

AC POWER

Power metering includes single- and three-phase Watts,
VARS, KVARS, KWH measurements, and the per phase
and total system Power Factor (PF).

ABOVE MIN TRIP

CHECK BATTERY
RECLOSER MALFUNCTION

Power Factor Sign Metering

REVERSE POWER FLOW

This feature allows a user to configure the sign that is
applied to the power factor. The user may select between
the standard definition of power factor (cosine of angle
between current and voltage) or the Cooper Power Systems default of the power factor sign following power flow.

BUSHINGS 1-2 FAULT TARGET
BUSHINGS 3-4 FAULT TARGET
BUSHINGS 5-6 FAULT TARGET
GROUND FAULT TARGET

Voltage Metering

SENSITIVE-GROUND FAULT TARGET

Six voltages (3-source and 3-load) are metered as standard on the Form 5 control. The user selects either phaseto-phase or phase-to-ground values from the control
operator panel, interface software, or serial communications. This reference is changed by selecting the voltage
sensor correction in the “Hardware” setup portion of the
interface software.

BUSHINGS 1-2 VOLTAGE
BUSHINGS 3-4 VOLTAGE
BUSHINGS 5-6 VOLTAGE

Fast Trips Disabled
Fast Trips Disabled provides the user a quick and efficient method for reducing momentary interruptions or
“blinks”. When activated from the front keypad, programmed trips to lockout will time according to the
selected time-current curve for Fast Trips Disabled. This
curve is programmable for both phase and ground on
each protection profile. A separate trips-to-lockout setting
is also provided. See Figure 9.

Trip Failure Detection
The Trip Failure Detection feature is an internal diagnostic alarm for verifying the proper operation of circuit tripping and fault clearing of the recloser. Trip Failure
detection indicates the recloser has failed to trip all
phases following a trip signal from the control. Failure to
trip is assumed if a current of at least 10 Amps is detected
approximately 2 seconds after the trip signal is initiated.
Upon activation of the feature, these four LEDs flash 1
second on, 1 second off (Figure 10):
• RECLOSER MALFUNCTION
• RECLOSER CLOSED
• RECLOSER OPEN
• CONTROL LOCKOUT

RECLOSER CLOSED
RECLOSER OPEN
CONTROL LOCKOUT

Figure 10.
RECLOSER MALFUNCTION, RECLOSER CLOSED,
RECLOSER OPEN and CONTROL LOCKOUT LEDs
will blink for the affected phase as indication of Trip
Failure.

IMPORTANT: The recloser must be isolated and deenergized immediately upon detection of trip failure.
Follow proper procedures and safety practices to isolate and de-energize the recloser.
The Trip Failure Detection alarm may be triggered from
many potential sources including mechanical, electrical,
control, or interrupter failure. Interrupter failure may
include loss of vacuum in a vacuum interrupter.
To clear Trip Failure Alarm, depress and hold the RESET
TARGETS/RESET MAX CURRENTS keypad for 3 seconds. This also resets targets and demand currents.
Note:

DANGER: Explosion. Stay clear of a recloser
that is in a trip failure mode. A recloser in trip failure mode may explode resulting in death or severe personal injury.
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WARNING: Hazardous voltage. This device is
not a substitute for a visible disconnect. Follow all
locally approved safety practices. Failure to follow
proper safety practices can result in contact with high
voltage, which will cause death or severe personal
G112.1
injury.

There is no remote reset available with the trip failure
detection feature. It cannot be remotely turned off.

When the trip failure alarm is activated, an event is
recorded and a status alarm activated (if enabled) and
preserved during system resets.
To test the Trip Failure Detection feature, see Testing
With Type MET Tester in the TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING section of this manual.

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Manual Close Delay

Event Recorder

Manual Close Delay provides a delay from the time that
the manual CLOSE button is pushed to the time the manual close operation is performed.

The Event Recorder maintains a log of operating events
for later readout and analysis by the user. Approximately
500 events can be stored in non-volatile memory. For
each event type, time of occurrence, and other relevant
information is stored. When the event recorder has
reached is capacity, the oldest event is deleted as a new
event is added.

The delay is programmable from 0 to 60 seconds in 1 second increments. A programmed delay value can be overridden for immediate closing by pressing the CLOSE
button a second time.
An active Manual Close Delay can be canceled by pressing the TRIP/LOCKOUT button.
The default setting has the feature disabled (0 seconds).
The RECLOSER CLOSED LED indicates the status of the
feature. See Figure 11.
RECLOSER CLOSED
RECLOSER OPEN
CONTROL LOCKOUT

Figure 11.
The blinking of the RECLOSER CLOSED LED indicates Manual Close Delay is active.

Histograms
Demand metered voltages and currents can be reported
using the histogram tool. It displays the number of occurrences of a variable versus its value in between userdefined minimum and maximum limits. Date and time are
recorded for the maximum and minimum demand values.

Data Profiler
A fully configurable data profiler is available which allows
the user to collect information by sampling demand data
at selectable intervals. These time-stamped values can
then be plotted to determine weekly load profiles, daily
harmonic disturbances or hourly voltage fluctuations. The
data profiler can provide more than 200 days of information, depending upon configuration parameters.

Harmonic Analysis

Cold Load Pickup

Extensive harmonic analysis is performed by the Form 5
control for both currents and voltages. Analysis is performed on-line (updates every 30 seconds) or demand
integrated to user-specified time values. The Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) for current and voltage is available
from the operator panel display (Figure 12) while complete analysis, including graphing capabilities, is provided
from the Form 5 interface software.

Cold Load Pickup (CLPU) must be enabled through the
interface software (Figure 13) before it can be activated
remotely or from the CLOSE pushbutton on the operator
panel. The CLPU feature provides the user with the ability to alter protection for abnormal system conditions. It is
active for a programmable time interval which begins with
each manual close. Once this time elapses, protection
reverts back to the programmed sequence. Use the Form
5 control interface software to program the activation time
and time-current characteristics applicable to Cold-Load
Pickup.

Pg14 Gnd
Ph1-2
Ph3-4
Ph5-6

%THDI
%THDI
%THDI
%THDI

Note:

BACK

RESET
TARGETS

CHANGE

RESET
MAX CURRENT

LAMP
TEST

When CLPU is active, the control utilizes the Cold Load
Pickup TCC, reclose interval, operations to lockout, and
minimum trip settings in lieu of the normal protection
settings.

Figure 12.
Form 5 operator panel harmonic readout.

Reverse Power Flow
Feeder load monitoring is enhanced with the inclusion of
the power flow monitoring feature. When power flow from
the load to the source side of the recloser is detected, the
control illuminates an operator-panel indicator. Response
time to a reverse power condition is one second. An alarm
is also available for remote interrogation.
Note:

Voltage sensor polarity must be correct for reverse
power flow to function properly.

Figure 13.
Interface software Cold Load Pickup settings.

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Alarms
Status and data alarms are available for many control
parameters such as voltage, currents, thresholds. Data
alarm function compares metered data to user-programmed alarm high and low limits and issues an alarm of
user-specified priority if limits are exceeded. The status
alarm function monitors status and issues an alarm of
user-defined priority when the user programmed alarm
conditions are met. The alarms are reported via communication ports and can be configured to trigger a data profile and event record. Alarms do not affect the protection
functions of the control.

Fault Location
Fault Location provides an approximate distance of a fault
from the the Form 5 Control The distance is based on the
current fault magnitude, the type of fault, and system
parameters entered by the user. The LCD display (Screen
38) identifies the estimated distance in miles or kilometers
(km) from the control.
The fault location algorithm performs an impedance calculation based on:
• Single-phase to ground fault

Figure 14.
Fault Location configuration screen.

• Phase-to-phase fault
• Double-line to ground fault
• Three-phase fault
This information is recorded as an event in the control
Event Recorder for retrieval. The fault location algorithm
does not require voltage sensing. If the location cannot be
determined, no event is recorded and dashes are displayed on the LCD screen.
Setting the parameters for Fault Location is done through
the interface software. The user enters line impedance
parameters and system voltage information into the software via the Protection Profile menu. See Figure 14.

The following system parameters must be entered via the
Protection Profile menu for each profile:
• Nominal system line-to-line voltage
Note:

If the Fault Location feature is not desired, the nominal system voltage parameter should be set at 1.

• Source-side zero sequence and positive sequence
impedance. This includes impedance up to the location of the Form 5 control.
• Line-side zero sequence and positive sequence
impedance per mile or km.
• The distance units of the line impedance in miles or
km.
IMPORTANT: Fault Location is not a protection function. Its purpose is to define a fault and provide its
approximate location relative to the Form 5 control
detecting the fault.
Refer to Service Information S280-79-2 Form 5 Microprocessor-Based Recloser Control Programming Guide for
additional information.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Directional Sensitive Ground/Earth
(SGF/SEF) Fault
The Directional SGF/SEF Fault feature adds directional
capabilities to the SGF/SEF protection features. It provides a sensitive ground/earth trip if the fault is downline
of the recloser on a radial distribution system. Directional
SGF/SEF is used on ungrounded Delta systems for suppression of ground trips for faults occurring on other circuit
branches.
The user sets the parameters for Direction SGF/SEF
through the interface software via the Protection Profile
menu. See Figure 15. In addition to the normal (non-directional) SGF/SEF settings, the user enters the following
directional SGF/SEF parameters:

Torque Angle Width parameter restricts the tripping to an
angle of plus or minus the specified width about the
Torque angle setting. For example, if the Maximum
Torque Angle is 45°, and the Torque Angle Width is set for
10°, then the control will trip at angles between 35° and
55°.
The Zero Sequence Voltage Threshold is used to set the
threshold voltage below the disabled directional SGF/SEF
tripping voltage.
Note:

In most cases, a default value of 4 is adequate.

Directional SGF/SEF Fault is recorded as an event in the
control Event Recorder for retrieval. Refer to Service Information S280-79-2 Form 5 Microprocessor-Based Recloser
Control Programming Guide for additional information.

• Direction Enable
Note:

If Direction Enable is not selected, SGF/SEF tripping
occurs through normal (non-directional) settings.

• Maximum Torque Angle (-180° to 180°, in 1° increments)
• Torque Angle Width (10° to 90°, in 1° increments)
• Zero Sequence Voltage (V0) Threshold (4 to 130 V)
The Maximum Torque Angle parameter determines the
angle of maximum tripping sensitivity between the phase
angle of the zero sequence voltage and current at the time
of fault. The setting of this value depends on knowledge
of the power system. Typically, a resistive fault has a
value of 0°, and a capacitive fault has a value of 90°.

Figure 15.
Directional SGF/SEF configuration screen.

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Communications
Communication Ports
The Form 5 control has three communication ports from
the CPU module. Two of the three ports are user-accessible. Communication Port 1 is the operator panel LCD
display where data is exchanged between the CPU and
the operator panel. Though not user-configurable, Port 1
allows for flexible modifications to the front panel for custom applications.
The operator panel RS-232 communication Port 2 provides temporary local personal computer (PC) access
when connected with a standard 9-pin cable. Port 2 provides a dual communication interface for the user. The
port includes a software switch for two external connections; the operator panel RS-232 DB-9 connector, or the
fiber-optic/RS-232 communication accessories. Local
connection to the operator panel RS-232 connection
takes precedence over the communication accessory.
Disconnecting the operator panel RS-232 communication
automatically reconnects the communication accessory
to Port 2.
Accessory Ports 2 and 3 are resident on the back of the
operator panel and can be configured to either 2179 or
DNP3.0 protocols. Port 3 provides uninterrupted communication to the RS-232 or Fiber-Optic accessory, and is
not affected by any other port or physical connection.
Figure 16 illustrates the communication configuration for
serial ports1, 2, and 3.

The RS-232 accessory board and the fiber-optic accessory boards are located behind the operator panel. Each
accessory board can be connected to either Port 2 or Port
3; no two boards can use the same port. The operator
panel LEDs indicate the status of communication on the
accessory boards. Temporary connections to the operator
panel RS-232 port disables fiber-optic or RS-232 communication at Port 2.
Port 3 provides uninterrupted communication to a
remote terminal unit (RTU). Refer to S280-79-4 Form 5
Serial communications Accessory Operation Instructions for additional information.

TX 3 TX 2

RX 3 RX 2

RS232

Figure 17.
Fiber-Optic/RS-232 receive and transmit LEDs and
data port on the operator panel. The TX2 and RX2
LEDs illuminate during communication with the
operator panel RS-232 port.

Protocols
Three protocols are available for the Form 5 control and
are factory-configurable to communication Ports 2 and 3.

OPERATIONS

TEMPORARY
ENGINEERING

ENGINEERING

SCADA SYSYEM

(Local PC)

(Radio, Fiber-Optic, Modem)

The protocols are:
• Cooper Power Systems 2179

OPERATOR PANEL
DISPLAY AND
KEYPAD

OPERATOR
PANEL
RS-232

RS-232 or
FIBER-OPTIC
ACCY

AUTO TRANSFER
SWITCH
(Operator Panel
Connection Disables
Accessory)

COMMUNICATIONS
PORT 2
(Shared)

COMMUNICATIONS
PORT 1
(Internal Use Only)

CPU
(Metering, Histograms
Profiles, Alarms, Targets)

COMMUNICATIONS
PORT 3
(Dedicated)

Figure 16.
Control communication port configuration.

Fiber-Optic/RS-232 Accessory
Two sets of receive and transmit LEDs (Figure 17) are
provided on the operator panel for fiber-optic and RS-232
communications. The TX2 and RX2 LEDs illuminate when
communicating with the operator panel RS-232 port. The
TX3 and RX3 LEDs illuminate when communicating with
either the fiber-optic or RS-232 interface accessory
boards on communication Port 3.

• DNP3.0, Level 3
• S-Comm Protocol accessory
Protocol DNP3.0 includes “Unsolicited Report by Exception” functionality and Protocol 2179 includes 2-bit status
functionality.
Complete documentation for Cooper Power Systems protocols are:
• Reference Data R280-90-12, Serial Communication
Protocol 2179
• Reference Data R280-90-13, Communication Point
Database for Protocol 2179
• Reference Date R280-90-14, Communication Point
Database for Protocol DNP3.0

Control Information
Control information, including firmware version and
database version, is factory installed and can not be
altered by the user. This information is accessible from
the LCD display, Screen 39.
Communication Ports 2 and 3 settings can be referenced
from the LCD display, Screens 40 and 41 respectively.
(Port 1 shares the same settings as Port 2.)

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

AUXILIARY POWER FOR
ACCESSORIES
Connection P9 (Figure 18) on the Power Supply module
provides 24Vdc (12Vdc is available) to power radio communication units, RTUs and other accessories. The auxiliary power provides 40W peak load capability. Auxiliary
power is fused and current-limited to prevent user loads
from disabling the control.
Customer 28V connections for auxiliary power are made
to terminals 3 and 1 and are continually energized. Terminal 2 and 4 are not used at this time.

P
8

P
O
W
E
R
S
U
P
P
L
Y

C
P
U

To remove the RIF Module for configuration:
1. Disconnect the control battery.
2. Remove the four connectors from the front of the RIF
Module.
3. Remove the nut and disconnect the grounding strap to
the operator panel. See Figure 4.
4. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the
bottom of the RIF Module.
Note:

Press the locking tabs to release the harness connectors.

5. Remove the four 11mm (.437 in) screws securing the
board to the mounting bracket.
6. Pull the module out of the cabinet.
The dip switches are located on the side of the module.
7. Configure the RIF board as shown in Figure 19.
8. After configuration, place the module back into position in the control cabinet and secure to the mounting
bracket with screws previously removed.

F1
GDC-1A

9. Replace nut securing the RIF Module grounding strap
SW (-) 4
28V (-) 3
SW (+) 2
28V (+) 1

P
9
A
U
X

10. Replace all connectors on the front and bottom of the
RIF Module.
Example shown for 120Vac operation:

Figure 18.
Power Supply Module Connection P9 provides
24Vdc power to radio communication units.

RECLOSER INTERFACE (RIF)
MODULE CONFIGURATION
The Recloser Interface (RIF) Module is factory-configured
at 120Vac. For operating voltages other than 120Vac, the
RIF module must be removed from the control cabinet for
configuration.

SENSOR
VOLTAGE

POLE1

POLE2

12Vac
120Vac*
240Vac

OFF
OFF
ON

OFF
ON
ON

*120Vac is factory-set configuration
INPUT VOLTAGE
SELECTION
OFF
BUSHING 2 (XØ)
BUSHING 4 (YØ)
BUSHING 6 (ZØ)

CAUTION: Equipment damage. Always wear a grounding wrist strap to control static electricity before handling
circuit boards. Failure to use this strap may result in circuit board damage.
T253.1

S7
S7

POLE 1
POLE 2
POLE 1
POLE 2
POLE 1
POLE 2

INPUT VOLTAGE
SELECTION
OFF

ON
POLE 1
POLE 2
POLE 1
POLE 2
POLE 1
POLE 2

BUSHING 1 (AØ)

IMPORTANT: The Form 5 control must be completely de-energized prior to removing and configuring
the RIF board.

BUSHING 3 (BØ)
BUSHING 5 (CØ)
S8

Figure 19.
Recloser Interface (RIF) Module indicates the factory-configured metering voltage (120Vac).

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FORM 5 UNIVERSAL DEVICE PROTECTION (UDP) CONTROL
The UDP function allows the Form 5 control to become a
switch control to provide indication of overcurrent trip conditions without issuing an overcurrent trip signal. The control is in the recloser mode when the feature is in the OFF
position, and in the switch mode when the feature is
ACTIVE.
While in the switch mode, all automatic open and close
operations of the recloser (including overcurrent voltage
and frequency) are blocked. Fault targeting, metering,
alarms, and event recording functions are active.
This non-tripping fault indication state is initiated via a
operator panel pushbutton (labeled SWITCH MODE), digital SCADA, or discrete SCADA. The UDP feature has
local indication at the operator panel (LED), digital indication, and remote indication via status contacts on the Discrete Interface (DIF) module 1.
Figure 21.
Interface software Switch Mode settings.
GND TRIP
BLOCKED

NON
RECLOSING

SUPERVISORY
BLOCKED

COLD LOAD
PICKUP
BLOCKED

BATTERY
TEST

FAST
TRIPS
DISABLED

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 1

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 2

SWITCH
MODE

CONTROL OK
AC POWER
ABOVE MIN TRIP

CHECK BATTERY

Figure 20.
Function/Indication pushbuttons for the Form 5
equipped with the UDP accessory.

RECLOSER MALFUNCTION
REVERSE POWER FLOW

BUSHINGS 1-2 FAULT TARGET
BUSHINGS 3-4 FAULT TARGET
BUSHINGS 5-6 FAULT TARGET

BACK

RESET
TARGETS

CHANGE

RESET
MAX CURRENT

LAMP
TEST

GROUND FAULT TARGET
SENSITIVE-GROUND FAULT TARGET

AØ
BØ

SOURCE
VOLTAGE

GND TRIP
BLOCKED

NON
RECLOSING

SUPERVISORY
BLOCKED

COLD LOAD
PICK UP
BLOCKED

BATTERY
TEST

FAST
TRIPS
DISABLED

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 1

ALTERNATE
PROFILE
NO. 2

SWITCH
MODE

CØ
XØ
YØ

LOAD
VOLTAGE

ZØ

RECLOSER CLOSED HOT LINE
TAG
ON
RECLOSER OPEN
CONTROL LOCKOUT

TRIP
(LOCKOUT)

OFF

TX 3

TX 2

RS232
RX 3 RX 2

KYLE

FORM 5/UDP
RECLOSER CONTROL

Figure 22.
Form 5/UDP Operator Panel.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

FORM 5 DC NOVA CONTROL
The Kyle Form 5 recloser control can be equipped with a
dc-to-dc converter, interface circuit, and a fully shielded
19-pin cable for use with a Type DC NOVA recloser. See
Figure 23.
The dc-to-dc converter board (Figure 24) converts the control’s 24 Vdc battery supply voltage to 53 Vdc to drive the
trip/close capacitors in the NOVA mechanism. The output
of the board is separately fused for operator indication.
The dc-to-dc converter houses voltage monitoring and
conditioning circuits which protect the battery from failure
and provides trip/close operations without AC power. The
19-pin control cable interfaces the NOVA dc recloser to
the Form 5 control through the interface circuit. The cable
also provides AC power from the control to the recloser
mechanism heater.

dc NOVA

Potential
Transformer
(120/240Vac)

O
P
E
N

Figure 24.
99007KM
Dc-to-dc converter located behind Form 5 operator
panel (removed).

Form 5
Control

19 Pin
Control Cable

120Vac/240Vac
Power Cable

Figure 23.
Connections of a Form 5 control with dc NOVA
accessory to a dc NOVA recloser.

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DISCRETE INTERFACE (DIF)
ACCESSORY
The Discrete Interface (DIF) module accessory (Figure
25) permits connection of contact-type input devices
(switches, relays) and discrete indicating devices (relays,
LEDs, lamps) to the Form 5 control to effect local discrete
input/output (I/O). The DIF module accessory is used for
supplementing normal local controls and status indicators
for discrete SCADA functions. All DIF inputs and outputs
have been factory-set and are shown in Figure 27.

CAUTION: Equipment damage; misoperation.
External leads must be shielded and the shield
must be grounded at both ends. Terminate each lead
with a 320 Vac, 160 Joules metal oxide varistor (MOV),
or equivalent, at the remote end. Attach MOVs between
the leads and ground. Failure to properly shield and
protect leads can result in equipment damage and/or
unintentional operation.
G117.3

INPUT COMMON
28V (–)
28V (+)

IMPORTANT: Do not use DIF module for overcurrent
protection. Digital SCADA can be used for this application. The control gives priority to TCC timing and issuing a trip signal rather than changing the status of a DIF
output or responding to a DIF input.

OUTPUT COMMON

6
5
4

The DIF module contains 12 factory-set inputs and outputs for discrete SCADA functions. Each Form 5 control
can accommodate two DIF modules.
Whetting voltage for the DIF inputs can be supplied by the
DIF module or by the customer as shown in Figure 26.
Note:

DISCRETE
INTERFACE
MODULE
ACCESSORY

2
1

28 Vdc (nominal) is provided from the DIF module via
connector P5 for use as whetting voltage for inputs to
P4. As an alternative, the user can supply whetting voltage from an auxiliary source, such as a RTU.

11
10
9

The input voltage range is 12 to 120 Vac or Vdc. The 12
outputs are Form C relay contacts. Six of the module outputs are latching and the other six are non-latching.
Note:

8
7

Latching is defined as an output that retains its status
when control power is removed.

12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

Non-latching is defined as an output that changes its
status when control power is removed.
Note:

A remote function is not controlled by the SUPERVISORY BLOCKED switch.

Customer Connection
Information
CAUTION: Equipment damage. Do not drill connection holes into the top of the cabinet. Connection holes in the top of the cabinet will allow moisture to
seep into the control and damage the components or
cause control misoperation. Failure to comply will void
the control’s factory warranty.
T249.0

Figure 27 shows customer connections to the DIF outputs
at P2 and P3.

2
1

WHETTING
VOLTAGE

12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

P3
UNLATCHED
OUTPUTS

12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

P2
LATCHED
OUTPUTS

12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

P4
INPUTS
(12 TO 120
VAC OR VDC)
WHETTING
VOLTAGE

Figure 25.
Discrete Interface (DIF) Module.
P5
INPUT COMMON
28V (-)
28V (+)
OUTPUT COMMON

Figure 25 shows the customer-supplied wiring of whetting
voltage for DIF module inputs. Connection is made from
terminal P5 on the DIF module to the respective connections on P4 inputs 1 through 12.

4
3

4
3
2
1

Note: Wiring to P5-2 and P5-3 can be
reversed if necessary.

Customer-Supplied
Wiring for Whetting Voltage
REMOTE
CONTACTS

To P4
Inputs 1 thru 12

Figure 26.
Customer connections for supplying whetting voltage to DIF inputs.
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Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

FORM 5 CONTROL

*28 Vdc (nominal)
supplied by
DIF module for
whetting voltage.

Remote Terminal Unit (RTU)

INPUT COMMON
*28V (–)
*28V (+)
OUTPUT COMMON

COMMON

CONTROL OK

AC POWER

SUPERVISORY BLOCKED

INPUT
VOLTAGE

COLD LOAD PICKUP BLOCKED

NON-RECLOSING
2

NORMAL PROFILE

P2
ALTERNATE PROFILE 3
10

ALTERNATE PROFILE 2

ALTERNATE PROFILE 1

Discrete Interface
Module (DIF)

GROUND TRIP BLOCKED

HOT LINE TAG

RECLOSER OPEN

12
10

SUPERVISORY NON-RECLOSING

SUPERVISORY ALTERNATE PROFILE 3*

SUPERVISORY NORMAL PROFILE

Not All Remote
Connections
Shown

SUPERVISORY COLD LOAD PICKUP BLOCKED

REMOTE TRIP AND RECLOSE

P4
REMOTE TRIP AND LOCKOUT

SUPV. CLOSE

SUPV. TRIP & L.O.

REMOTE HOT LINE TAG

SUPERVISORY GROUND TRIP BLOCKED

SUPERVISORY ALTERNATE PROFILE 1

(*SWITCH MODE ON FORM 5 UDP)

SUPERVISORY ALTERNATE PROFILE 2

Figure 27.
Customer connections to DIF module outputs with shielding and surge protection.
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TABLE 1
DIF Input Ratings
Minimum Detection Level: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Vac

(50 or 60Hz)

10 Vdc

Maximum Operating Voltage: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Vac

(50 or 60Hz)

175 Vdc

Input Impedance: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 k minimum (inputs are current limited)
Maximum Input Loading: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 mA per input
Maximum Leakage Rejection: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 mA
Maximum Pickup Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 msec (does not count control response time)
Minimum Input Pulse Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 msec
Minimum Transition Time between Pulse Inputs: . . . . . . 200 msec
Input Protection: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shunting type using MOVs and capacitors.
Opto Isolation from input to system.

IMPORTANT: Each DIF contains a small, isolated
current source for use with external dry contacts. This
supply is intended for use with the DIF inputs only and
must not be used for powering external circuits. This is
considered a dry contact input for customer connection.
TABLE 2
Whetting Voltage Source
(Supplied by Internal Voltage Source of DIF Module)
Voltage Level: . . . . . 28 Vdc (nominal)
Output Current: . . . . 30 mA maximum

TABLE 3
DIF Output Ratings
Maximum Switching Voltage: . . . . . 135 Vac 110 Vdc
Maximum Switching Loading: . . . . . 600 mA
Maximum Pickup-Release Time: . . 3 msec (does not count control response time)
Input Protection: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shunting type using MOVs and capacitors

Standard and UDP Controls
Standard and UDP Form 5 control DIF inputs and outputs
are described in the following pages.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Standard and UDP Control DIF Module 1
Inputs
The DIF inputs are factory-configured as momentary (0.25 sec. duration) or maintained functions. Supervisory signals
do not have any effect when supervisory blocked is active. Remote inputs function when supervisory is blocked.
Input

Connector

Function

P4-1

Supervisory Trip and Lockout

Supervisory Trip and Lockout trips the recloser open and locks out
the control. The control remains locked out until closed manually or
by the supervisory close feature. A momentary signal is required.

P4-2

Supervisory Close

Supervisory Close initiates a closing signal to the recloser. A
momentary signal is required for proper operation.

P4-3

Remote Hot Line Tag

Remote Hot Line Tag performs the same functions as the HOT
LINE TAG switch on the operator panel. Remote Hot line Tag is
activated by a maintained SCADA command, a serial command,
or locally via a operator panel switch. This input is active regardless
of the state of the supervisory function.

P4-4

Supervisory Ground Trip Block

Supervisory Ground Trip Block provides supervisory operation of
ground trip block by a remote momentary signal.
This input performs the same function as the GND TRIP BLOCKED
key on the operator panel. This input is inactive if the Supervisory
function is disabled.

5
6
7

P4-5
P4-6
P4-7

Supervisory Alternate Profile 1
Supervisory Alternate Profile 2
Supervisory Alternate Profile 3*

Supervisory Alternate Profiles provides selection of alternate programmed values for phase and ground. This feature is activated by
a remote momentary signal.
These inputs are active with a momentary whetting voltage and
cause the control to select the respective Supervisory Alternate Profile. The inputs are inactive if the Supervisory function is disabled.

Supervisory Normal Profile

Supervisory Normal Profile requires a momentary signal for proper
operation.
This input is active with a whetting voltage and causes the control
to select Normal Protection Profile. This input is inactive if the
Supervisory function is disabled.

Note:

P4-8

Supervisory Alternate Profile 3 replaced by Switch
Mode on UDP controls.

Description

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Inputs (cont’d)
Input

Connector

Function

Description

P4-9

Supervisory Non-Reclosing

Supervisory Non-Reclosing provides supervisory non-reclosing
input by a remote momentary signal.
This input performs the same function as the NON-RECLOSING
key on the operator panel. This input is inactive if the Supervisory
function is disabled.

P4-10

Suprv Cold-Load Pickup Blocked

This input performs the same function as the COLD LOAD
PICKUP BLOCKED key on the operator panel. This input is inactive if the Supervisory function is disabled. A momentary signal is
required for proper operation.

P4-11

Remote Trip and Reclose

Remote Trip and Reclose initiates a trip operation followed by a
reclose operation. A momentary signal is required for proper
operation.
This input is active with a whetting voltage and causes the control
to perform a trip operation followed by a reclose operation. This
input is active regardless of the state of the Supervisory function.

P4-12

Remote Trip and Lockout

Remote Trip and Lockout trips the recloser open and locks out the
control. It can be used for tripping from external relays and alarms.
A momentary signal is required for proper operation.
This input performs the same function as the TRIP (LOCKOUT)
switch on the operator panel and is active regardless of the state
of the Supervisory function.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Standard and UDP Control DIF Module 1
Outputs
The 12 outputs of the DIF Module are Form C relay contacts. Six of the outputs are latching and six are non-latching.
Note:

Contacts shown in inactive mode.

Output Connector

Function

Type

P3-1 NC
P3-2 NO

Normal Profile

Non-Latched

Normal Profile is active only when Alternate Profiles are
inactive. Normal reclosing operations will follow.

P3-3 NC
P3-4 NO

Non-Reclosing

Non-Latched

This output is active when the NON-RECLOSING indicator
in the operator panel is illuminated.

P3-5 NC
P3-6 NO

Cold-Load Pickup Blocked

Non-Latched

This output is active when the COLD LOAD PICKUP
BLOCKED indicator on the operator panel is illuminated.

P3-7 NC
P3-8 NO

Supervisory Blocked

Non-Latched

Supervisory Blocked prevents operation from supervisory
control. Programming is accessible from the operator panel.
This output is active when the SUPERVISORY BLOCKED
indicator on the operator panel is illuminated.

P3-9 NC
P3-10 NO

AC power

Non-Latched

AC power indicator is active when the control detects the
presence of AC power. This output is active when the AC
power indicator on the operator panel is illuminated.

P3-11 NC
P3-12 NO

Control OK

Non-Latched

Control OK indicator is active when the control is able to perform protection operations. This output is active when the
CONTROL OK indicator on the operator panel is illuminated.

P2-1 NO
P2-2 NC

Recloser Open

Latched

Recloser Open indicator is active when the recloser signals
the control that the recloser contacts are open. This output is
active when the RECLOSER OPEN indicator is illuminated.

P2-3 NO
P2-4 NC

Hot Line Tag

Latched

With Hot Line Tag active, close circuit is disabled and the
HOT LINE TAG indicator is illuminated. With Hot Line Tag
inactive, the control switched back to the previous time current curve for the active profile, close circuit is enabled and
the HOT LINE TAG indicator is off. This output is active
when the operator panel indicator is illuminated.

P2-5 NO
P2-6 NC

Ground Trip Blocked

Latched

Ground Trip Blocked causes the control to block ground tripping operations. This output is active when the GND TRIP
BLOCKED INDICATOR on the operator panel is illuminated.

P2-7 NO
P2-8 NC

Alternate Profile 1

Latched

These outputs are active when the respective ALTERNATE
PROFILE indicators on the operator panel is illuminated.

P2-9 NO
P2-10 NC

Alternate Profile 2

Latched

P2-11 NO
P2-12 NC

Alternate Profile 3*

Latched

*Note: Supervisory Alternate Profile 3 replaced by Switch
Mode on UDP controls.

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Standard and UDP Control DIF Module 2
Inputs
The DIF inputs are factory-configured as momentary or maintained functions. Whetting voltage for the DIF inputs is
supplied by the DIF module or by the user. The input voltage range is 12 to 120 VAC or VDC.
Input

Connector

Function

Description

P4-1

Supervisory Fast Trips Disabled

This input performs the same function as the FAST TRIPS DISABLED key on the operator panel and is inactive if the Supervisory
function is disabled. This is a momentary function.

P4-2

Supervisory Reset Targets

This input performs the same function as the RESET
TARGETS/RESET MAX CURRENT key on the operator panel.
This input is inactive if the Supervisory function is disabled. This is
a momentary function.

P4-3

P4-4

Supervisory Battery Test

This input performs the same function as the BATTERY TEST key
on the operator panel. This input is inactive if the Supervisory function is disabled. This is a momentary function.

P4-5

Supervisory SGF Blocked

This input is active with a momentary whetting voltage and causes
the control to block, or unblock sensitive ground fault operations.
The input is inactive if the Supervisory function is disabled.

Supervisory Operation Counter OFF The operation counter is disabled when this input is active with a
maintained whetting voltage. This input is inactive if the Supervisory function is disabled.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Standard and UDP Control DIF Module 2
Outputs
The 12 outputs of the DIF Module are Form C relay contacts. Six of the outputs are latching and six are non-latching.
Note:

Contacts shown in inactive mode.

Output Connector

Function

Type

P3-1 (NC)
P3-2 (NO)

Control Lockout

Non-Latched

This output is active when the CONTROL LOCKOUT
indicator is illuminated.

P3-3 (NC)
P3-4 (NO)

Check Battery

Non-Latched

This output is active when the CHECK BATTERY indicator is illuminated.

P3-5 (NC)
P3-6 (NO)

Reverse Power Flow

Non-Latched

This output is active when the REVERSE POWER
FLOW indicator is illuminated.

P3-7 (NC)
P3-8 (NO)

Fast Trips Disabled

Non-Latched

This output is active when the FAST TRIPS DISABLED indicator is illuminated.

P3-9 (NC)

Operation Counter

Non-Latched

If the Supervisory function is enabled, this output is
active when the OPERATION COUNTER OFF inputs
from Comm Port 1-DIF2, Comm Port 2 and Comm Port
3 are not active.

Recloser Malfunction

Non-Latched

This output is active when the RECLOSER MALFUNCTION indicator is illuminated.

P3-10 (NO)

P3-11 (NC)
P3-12 (NO)

P2-1 (NO)
P2-2 (NC)

Bushings 1-2 Fault Target

Latched

This output is active when the BUSHINGS 1-2 FAULT
TARGET indicator is illuminated.

P2-3 (NO)
P2-4 (NC)

Bushings 3-4 Fault Target

Latched

This output is active when the BUSHINGS 3-4 FAULT
TARGET indicator is illuminated.

P2-5 (NO)

Bushings 5-6 Fault Target

Latched

This output is active when the BUSHINGS 5-6 FAULT
TARGET indicator is illuminated.

Ground Fault Target

Latched

Output is active when the GROUND FAULT TARGET
indicator is illuminated.

Sensitive Ground Fault Target

Latched

Output is active when the SENSITIVE GROUND
FAULT TARGET indicator is illuminated.

Sensitive Ground Fault Blocked

Latched

Output is active when Sensitive Ground Fault is
blocked.

P2-6 (NC)
10

P2-7 (NO)
P2-8 (NC)

P2-9 (NO)
P2-10 (NC)

Description

P2-11 (NO)
P2-12 (NC)

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INPUT ACCURACY
Sensed Currents

Sensed Source Voltages

Note:

Three-phase voltages used in voltage, power and powerfactor related calculations:

Control only, does not include sensor tolerance, but
does include the phase current summing process.

Phase Current—Individual Phase Currents:
Range: 1 A to 10,000 A for 500:1 CTs
2 A to 20,000 A for 1000:1 CTs

Voltage measurement accuracy:
± 0.4V from 5V to 80V
0.5% from 80V to 135V

4 A to 40,000 A for 2000:1 CTs
Accuracy: ± 1 mA from 10 mA to 125 mA
0.8% from 125 mA to 1600 mA
(Control only, does not include sensor
tolerance.)
Ground Current—Vector Sum of Three-Phase Currents:
Range: 1 A to 5,000 A for 500:1 CTs
2 A to 10,000 A for 1000:1 CTs
4 A to 20,000 A for 2000:1 CTs
Accuracy: ± 3 mA from 10 mA to 125 mA
2.4% from 125 mA to 1600 mA

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
Initial Programming
Prior to Installation
CAUTION: Equipment Misoperation. Do not
connect this control to an energized recloser until
all control settings have been properly programmed
and verified. Refer to the programming information for
this control. Failure to comply can result in control and
recloser misoperation, equipment damage, and personal injury.
G110.3

The control must be programmed with all necessary operating settings, all alternate profiles, and parameters prior
to operation with an energized recloser.
Note:

Program all protection profiles. Unused alternate profiles should be programmed with the same settings as
one of the applicable profiles. Default settings on
unused alternate profiles can cause unnecessary outages if they are below normal system requirements.

Initial programming of the control is the responsibility of a
qualified technician or engineer familiar with control functions and programming parameters required for the specific recloser installation.

The Form 5 control can be used with the old-style Type A
CTs; however, the event recorder, data profiler and duty
cycle monitor will have limited accuracy for currents
above 5000 Amps.
Retrofit kits with the new Type B sensing CTs are available to upgrade existing families of reclosers for operation
with Form 5 controls. For additional information, contact
your Cooper Power Systems representative.
For identification, Table 4 lists the serial number breaks
between old-style Type A and the new-style Type B sensing CTs. Below this serial number, the recloser is
equipped with the Type A CTs.
Note:

TABLE 4
Serial Number Break for Reclosers with Type A
Sensing CTs
Recloser

The control must be programmed with the Form 5 interface software.

Control / Recloser Compatibility
Reclosers manufactured prior to June 1989 are equipped
with Type A bushing current transformers. These
reclosers were designed for use with Form 2, Form 3, and
Form 3A controls. Because the Form 5 control is designed
for use with reclosers equipped with Type B current-sensing Transformers, reclosers retrofitted with Form 5 controls should be retrofitted with Type B current
transformers. All reclosers manufactured since 1989 are
equipped with Type B (1000:1, 1000/500:1, or 2000:1)
sensing CTs.
Reclosers equipped with Type B sensing CTs are compatible with all Kyle recloser controls (Form 2, Form 3,
Form 3A, Form 4A, Form 4C, FXA, FXB and Form 5, Form
5 LS/UDP controls), and are identified with the following
label prominently displayed on the recloser sleet hood or
the front of the operator cabinet:

RECLOSER IS EQUIPPED WITH
TYPE B SENSING CTs.
RECLOSER DOES NOT HAVE A
BATTERY CHARGER.

Below Serial Number

RXE

5831

RVE

5894

11199

WVE

3695

VWE

7199

VWVE27

7208

VWVE38

1204

Control Cable
WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Recloser and
control must be solidly grounded. Follow all locally
approved procedures and safety practices when
grounding this equipment. Improper grounding can
result in contact with high voltage, which will cause
death or severe personal injury.
G115.1

The control cable is fabricated with connectors which
mate with the female receptacle of the recloser on one
end and the male receptacle of the control on the other
end.
Note:

NOTICE

For reclosers shipped prior to June 1989 and not listed
below, please contact your Cooper Power Systems representative with the recloser type and serial number for
verification of Type A or B bushing current transformers.

The control cable must be supported along its length to
prevent repeated movement due to wind or other outside forces which can damage the cable.

IMPORTANT: All external inputs to the Form 5 control must be routed within 8 inches of their corresponding ground. During a surge, a potential of
approximately 1.5 kV per foot can develop in the conductors. Differences between conductor and ground
path lengths can add additional stress to the control
components in the event of a power surge.

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Mounting the Control
Mount the Form 5 recloser control in a convenient, accessible location. Mounting dimensions are provided in Figure 28.
• For pole-mounted installation, a hole and keyway in
the control mounting bracket accommodates a 5/8”
bolt.
• For substation installation, brackets are available as
an accessory for mounting the control to a substation
frame.

Female Receptacle
For Control
Cable

Limits on control cable length are determined by the maximum distance between the control and recloser:
• Up to 410 m (125* ft) for solenoid-operated reclosers
(VWE, VWVE27, VWVE38X, WE, WVE27, WVE38X,
and NOVA).
• Up to 10,7 m (35* ft) for motor-operated reclosers
(VSA12, VSA12B, VSA16, VSA20, VSA20A, VSO12,
VSO16).
Up to 41 m (135* ft) for NOVA DC.
* These lengths are based on standard control cables.
Consult your Cooper Power Systems representative if
longer cable lengths are required.

Vent
35mm (1-7/16") Dia. Hole
For User 120Vac
Input Connection
(Cap-Plug Installed)

110mm
(4-1/4")

120mm (4-3/4")

40mm
(1-1/2")

45mm (1-3/4") Dia. Hole
For Automation Accessory
(Cap-Plug Installed)
130mm
(5-1/8")
CL

200mm
(7-7/8")
480mm
(19")
240mm
(9-1/2")

160mm
(6-3/8")

40mm (1-1/2")

76mm
(3")

685mm
(27")

Die-cast-zinc latchable
Handle For UserProvided Utility-Grade
Padlock

Male Receptacle
For Control Cable

30mm
(1-1/8")

* USER-PROVIDED HARDWARE

350mm
(13-13/16")

CONTROL WEIGHT

52 kg (115 LBS)

110mm
(4-3/8")
165mm
(6-1/2")

580mm (23")

380mm
(15")

30mm (1-1/8") Hole
In Lifting Lug

Mtg Hole For
15mm (5/8") Max
Bolt Dia.*

640mm (25-1/4")

190mm
(7-3/8")

Grounding Terminal
One Internal and
One External
Use No. 14 To No. 4
Stranded Wire

Figure 28.
Control cabinet mounting dimensions.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Grounding the Control
WARNING: Hazardous Voltage. The recloser
and control must be solidly grounded. Follow all
locally approved procedures and safety practices when
grounding this equipment. Improper grounding can
result in contact with high voltage, which will cause
death, severe personal injury.
G115.1

The control cabinet must be grounded. A grounding connector on the underside of the cabinet will accommodate
No. 14 solid through No. 4 stranded conductors.
Suggested methods for grounding the control and
recloser are shown in Figures 29, 30, and 31.

Figure 29 illustrates grounding methods for 3-wire
ungrounded and 4-wire multi-grounded systems with local
supply voltage transformer.
Figure 30 illustrates grounding methods for 3-wire
ungrounded and 4-wire multi-grounded systems with
remote supply voltage transformer.
Figure 31 illustrates grounding on a 3-wire uni-grounded
system.
For effective surge protection all control and power conductors for the Form 5 must be routed parallel to a corresponding ground path. For example, the AC power supply
for the control should be parallel to and equal in length to
the transformer ground path. The control cable should be
parallel to and routed close to the recloser ground path.

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Grounding with a Local Supply Voltage Transformer; 4-Wire Multi-Grounded,
3-Wire Ungrounded, or Impedance-Grounded
Installation of a Form 5 control with a local supply voltage
transformer must include the following:

4-Wire Multi-Grounded Systems
IMPORTANT: In pole-mounted applications, a
ground connection must be made between the
recloser, transformer, recloser control, and SCADA
equipment for proper protection of the equipment. The
pole ground must be sized per local utility practices to
minimize the impedance between the recloser and the
control.

• Protection of the recloser bushings and the supplying
transformer with lightning arresters.
• Grounding of the recloser head and tank.
• Grounding of the transformer tank.
• Grounding of the control cabinet.
• Grounding of the SCADA equipment.

3-Wire Ungrounded and Impedance Grounded Systems
The use of a grounding mat may be required depending
upon the local safety regulations defining the permissible
step and touch potential levels. Consult local regulations
for proper grounding procedures.

IMPORTANT: All external inputs to the Form 5 control must be routed within 8 inches of their corresponding ground. During a surge, a potential of approximately
1.5 kV per foot can develop in the conductors. Differences between conductor and ground path lengths can
add additional stress to the control components in the
event of a power surge.

Surge
Arrester

Transformer

Surge
Arrester

Supply Voltage
Form 5 LS Control Input Terminal
Block

Transformer

AC
Recloser
Head Ground

AC
NEU
GND

NEUTRAL

External
Ground Lug
Arrester Ground

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Line to Neutral connected transformer

Supply
Voltage
Recloser
Form 5 LS Control

Supply Voltage
Transformer

Control
Cable

Pole

NEUTRAL
Pole
Ground

NEU
AC

Form 5 LS
Control

Input Terminal
Block

Input
Terminal
Block

Line
to
Line
Voltage

External
Ground Lug
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Line to Line connected transformer

Customer Ground Connection
At External Lug

Figure 29.
Recommended grounding method for the Form 5 Control installed on 4-wire multi-grounded, 3-wire
ungrounded, or impedance-grounded systems with local supply voltage transformer.
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Grounding with a Remote Supply Voltage Transformer; 4-Wire Multi-Grounded,
3-Wire Ungrounded, or Impedance-Grounded
Installation of a Form 5 control with a remote supply voltage transformer must include the following:

IMPORTANT: In pole-mounted applications, a
ground connection must be made between the
recloser, transformer, recloser control, and SCADA
equipment for proper protection of the equipment. The
pole ground must be sized per local utility practices to
minimize the impedance between the recloser and the
control.

IMPORTANT: All external inputs to the Form 5 control must be routed within 8 inches of their corresponding ground. During a surge, a potential of
approximately 1.5kV per foot can develop in the conductors. Differences between conductor and ground
path lengths can add additional stress to the control
components in the event of a power surge.

• Grounding of the SCADA equipment

Low Voltage Distribution Network
Supply Voltage
Form 5 LS Control
Transformer

Input
Terminal
Block

115 Vac
Supply Voltage

Input
Terminal
Block

Form 5 LS Control

Local Isolation
Transformer

NEUTRAL

Customer
Supplied
Low Voltage

NEUTRAL

External
Ground Lug

Low Voltage
Arrester

External
Ground Lug

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS - Remote dedicated
supply transformer

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS - using isolation transformer

Transformer
Surge
Arrester

Surge
Arrester

Recloser
Head
Ground
HOT
NEU
GND

Arrester
Ground
Arrester
Ground

System
Neutral

Note: Distance between
transformer and
recloser should be
one pole span or
less

Recloser
Control Cable
Pole

Supply
Voltage

Form 5 LS Control

Pole
Ground
NEU
AC

Input Terminal Block

Pole
Customer Ground Connection
at External Lug

Figure 30.
Recommended grounding method for the Form 5 Control installed on 4-wire multi-grounded, 3-wire
ungrounded, or impedance-grounded systems with remote supply voltage transformer.
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Grounding on a 3-Wire Uni-Grounded System
Installation of a Form 5 control on a 3-wire uni-ground system must include the following:
• Protection of the recloser bushings and the supplying
transformer with lightning arresters.

Supply Voltage
Form 5 LS Control
Line
to
Line
Voltage

Input Terminal Block

Transformer
AC
Neutral

• Grounding of the recloser head and tank.
• Grounding of the transformer tank.
• Grounding of the control cabinet.
• Grounding of the SCADA equipment.

External Ground Lug
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS - Dedicated Supply
Transformer
Surge
Arrester

WARNING: Hazardous Voltage. Use locally
approved operator safety procedures for proper
insulation when maintaining this equipment. High Voltage step and touch potential is characteristic in uniground systems. Failure to comply can cause death or
T262.0
severe personal injury.

Surge
Arrester

Recloser
Head Ground

HOT
NEU
GND

Arrester Ground

CAUTION: Exported Potential. Do not make
direct electrical connections to remote devices. All
SCADA equipment must be mounted locally or connected using the fiber-optic or radio communication
accessory. Direct connections to remote devices can
produce exported potential causing equipment damage
or personal injury.
T263.0

Recloser

Control
Cable

Form 5 LS
Control
Input Terminal Block
AC
NEU

Supply
Voltage

CAUTION: Hazardous Voltage. Do not use a
shared low voltage network to power the recloser
control unless the network is specifically designed to
withstand maximum ground potential rise. Ground
faults on a high voltage network can create a rise in
ground potential.
T264.0

Customer Ground
Connection
at External Lug
Control Height must be
3 Meters (10 feet)
minimum above earth

Pole
Ground

Figure 31.
Recommended grounding method for the Form 5
Control installed on a 3-wire uni-grounded system.

IMPORTANT: All external inputs to the Form 5 control must be routed within 8 inches of their corresponding ground. During a surge, a potential of
approximately 1.5kV per foot can develop in the conductors. Differences between conductor and ground
path lengths can add additional stress to the control
components in the event of a power surge.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Customer Connections for AC
Power
CAUTION: Equipment damage. Do not drill connection holes into the top of the cabinet. Connection holes in the top of the cabinet will allow moisture to
seep into the control and damage the components or
cause control misoperation. Failure to comply will void
the control’s factory warranty.
T249.0

Input power to the Form 5 control is connected to terminal
block TB1 (located behind the operator panel, on the left
side of the control). See Figure 33.
Input power is required:
• To power the control
• To provide voltage and power metering
• For voltage detection for loop scheme accessory
• For the low voltage closing accessory
• For the convenience outlet accessory

Figure 33.
Terminal Connector Block TB1.

99003KM

Power Supply Verification

Power Connections

Incoming power is routed to the Power Supply module
which is factory configured for either 120 or 240 volt operation. The power supply module is factory wired to TB-1
and protected by the 3.15 Amp fuse labeled F2 on the
power supply operator panel. A label on the Power Supply module indicates the proper voltage rating. See Figure
32.

Customer connections to TB1 vary upon application. TB1
connections provide power and metering inputs to the
control. Figures 34 through 39 show the customer connections for 120 Vac and 240 Vac low voltage closing.

M
O
D
U
L
E

F2
GDC-3.15A
CONFIGURED
FOR

120
VAC
240
VAC

Figure 32.
Label on Power Supply module indicates factoryconfigured voltage rating (120Vac).

Inserting and Releasing Wire
Connections
In Terminal Block TB1, each terminal has a wire locking
clamp that has to be opened to accept and secure the
wire. A 3/32 inch flat-blade screwdriver is inserted into
each terminal hole to open the locking clamp. Figure 34
provides the procedure for opening and securing the wire
connections.
The wire is inserted into the terminal connection hole
while the screwdriver is placed into the wire release and
locking hole.
Follow the same procedure to release wire connections.

Figures 34 through 37 illustrate customer connections for
single-phase transformers. Figure 34 shows standard
wiring with BØ transformer connected to TB1-2 location.
Other phases should be connected from the single-phase
transformer by wiring the BLACK wire from the Power
Supply module to the terminal of the respective phase as
shown in Figure 38 and 39. For example, Figure 39 shows
connection from the Power Supply module to an AØ
transformer.
The transformer required for power should be a minimum
of 5kVA for low-voltage ac closing reclosers and 1kVA for
dc closing reclosers.
Note:

An out-of-service Form 5 or Form 5 UDP control (for
either Wye or Delta) can be powered by connecting to
TB1-2 (hot) and TB1-4 (neutral) to an appropriate power
source.

IMPORTANT: Delta connections are not used on any
Form 5 control accessory that utilizes the low voltage
transfer relay.

Customer Connections for
Metering
Customer voltage inputs for metering are field configurable on the RIF module to accept 12, 120, or 240 Vac.
The incoming power supply must match the indication for
incoming power on the RIF module. The factory-configured settings for the RIF are displayed on the module
panel. See Figure 19.
See RIF Module Configuration section of this manual.

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TB1
(Top View)

To insert wire:

1. Insert 3/32 inch flatblade screwdriver into
Wire Release and
Locking hole.
2. Carefully insert the
screwdriver along side
the locking clamp.
3. Pull toward the center
of terminal block TB1
until the locking clamp
opens.
4. Insert wire into Terminal
Connection hole.
5. Release screwdriver.
6. Carefully pull wire to be
sure it is secure.
Wire Release
and Locking Hole

TB1

CLOSING
VOLTAGE

Note: Only slight pressure is
required to open the
locking clamp. Excessive
pressure can damage
the terminal block.

Connection
Wire

13
12
11

NEUTRAL

ZØ

SOURCE 2
YØ
CONNECTIONS POWER

XØ

OUTPUT
VOLTAGE

CØ

HOT (LV Closing Output)

SOURCE
OUTPUT

CUSTOMER
CONNECTIONS

NEU (LV Closing Output)

NEUTRAL

*NEUTRAL

CØ

SOURCE 1
*BØ
POWER

3/32 inch
Flat-Blade
Screwdriver

BØ

CUSTOMER

TB1
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8

NEUTRAL
SOURCE 1

POWER

Terminal
Connection Hole

Y' VOLTAGE
120Vac
B' VOLTAGE
120Vac
NEUTRAL
SOURCE 2

AØ

240Vac CLOSING
OPTION

AØ

NEU
CØ
BØ

AØ

*REQUIRED FOR
CONTROL OPERATION

Figure 34.
Form 5 and Form 5 UDP Power and Low Voltage Closing customer connections to terminal block TB1
(120Vac or 240Vac Wye Connection).
TB1

AØ

240V CLOSING
OPTION

15
14
BØ
13
12
11
ZØ

YØ

SOURCE 2
XØ
POWER

AC
CUSTOMER
CONNECTIONS

CØ

7
POWER
SOURCE
OUTPUT

OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE

*CØ

BØ

SOURCE 1
*AØ
POWER

AC
CUSTOMER
CONNECTIONS

HOT (LV Closing Output)
HOT (LV Closing Output)
CØ
BØ
AØ

1
*REQUIRED FOR
CONTROL OPERATION
SEE POWER SUPPLY
MODULE FOR
CORRECT VOLTAGE

Figure 35.
Form 5 and Form 5 UDP Power and Low Voltage Closing customer connections to terminal block TB1
(120Vac or 240Vac Delta Connection).
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TB1

AØ

240V CLOSING
OPTION

15
14
BØ
13
12
11
CØ
ZØ

YØ

SOURCE 2
XØ
POWER

AC
CUSTOMER
CONNECTIONS

7
POWER
SOURCE
OUTPUT

OUTPUT
VOLTAGE

*CØ

BØ

AC
CUSTOMER
CONNECTIONS

SOURCE 1
*AØ
POWER

HOT (LV Closing Output)
HOT (LV Closing Output)
CØ
BØ
AØ

1
*REQUIRED FOR
CONTROL OPERATION
SEE POWER SUPPLY
MODULE FOR
CORRECT VOLTAGE

Figure 36.
Form 5 and Form 5 UDP Power and Low Voltage Closing customer connections to terminal block TB1
(120Vac or 240Vac Open-Delta Connection).

TB1
16

240V CLOSING
OPTION

CLOSING
VOLTAGE

Y' VOLTAGE
120Vac
B' VOLTAGE
120Vac
NEUTRAL
SOURCE 2

NEUTRAL
SOURCE 1

NEUTRAL

ZØ

120Vac
HOT (240Vac LV Closing Output)†
HOT (240Vac LV Closing Output)†

Neutral

120Vac

13
12

CUSTOMER
YØ

SOURCE 2
XØ
POWER

OUTPUT
VOLTAGE

*NEUTRAL

CØ

SOURCE 1
*BØ
POWER

AØ

CONNECTIONS

POWER
SOURCE
OUTPUT

AC
CUSTOMER
CONNECTIONS

*REQUIRED FOR
CONTROL OPERATION

HOT (120Vac LV Closing Output)
NEU (120Vac LV Closing Output)

† For use with accessories:
3-Wire Low-Voltage Closing with receptacle
or
3-Wire Low-Voltage Closing with inlet hole for hardwiring

Figure 37.
Form 5 and Form 5 UDP Power and Low Voltage Closing customer connections to terminal block TB1
(3-wire, 240Vac Connection).

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P
O
W
E
R

TB1
16

240Vac CLOSING
OPTION
CLOSING
VOLTAGE

YØ VOLTAGE
120Vac
BØ VOLTAGE
120Vac
NEUTRAL
SOURCE 2

13
12

NEUTRAL
SOURCE 1

NEUTRAL

ZØ

SOURCE 2
YØ
CONNECTIONS POWER

XØ

OUTPUT
VOLTAGE

NEUTRAL

*NEUTRAL

S
U
P
P
L
Y

M
O
D
U
L
E

P
9
A
U
X

BØ
F2
GDC-3.15A
CONFIGURED
FOR

120
VAC
240
VAC

CUSTOMER

POWER

BLK
WHT
HOT (LV Closing Output)

SOURCE
OUTPUT

NEU (LV Closing Output)

AC
CUSTOMER
CONNECTIONS

CØ

SOURCE 1
*BØ
POWER

AØ

NEU

Jumper**
BØ

*REQUIRED FOR
CONTROL OPERATION

**Jumper necessary for use with Low-Voltage Closing Accessory

Figure 38.
Form 5 and Form 5 UDP Power and Low Voltage Closing customer connections to terminal block TB1 (SinglePhase Connection, Standard BØ Input).

P
O
W
E
R

TB1
16

240Vac CLOSING
OPTION
CLOSING
VOLTAGE

CONNECTIONS

POWER

13
12
11

NEUTRAL

ZØ

SOURCE 2
YØ
POWER

XØ

OUTPUT
VOLTAGE

NEUTRAL

*NEUTRAL

AC
CUSTOMER
CONNECTIONS

A
U
X

AØ
F2
GDC-3.15A
CONFIGURED
FOR

120
VAC
240
VAC

BLK
WHT

NEU (LV Closing Output)

CØ

SOURCE 1
*BØ
POWER

AØ

*REQUIRED FOR
CONTROL OPERATION

M
O
D
U
L
E

P
9

HOT (LV Closing Output)

SOURCE
OUTPUT

S
U
P
P
L
Y

NEUTRAL
SOURCE 1

AC
CUSTOMER

Y' VOLTAGE
120Vac
B' VOLTAGE
120Vac
NEUTRAL
SOURCE 2

NEU

Jumper**

AØ

**Jumper necessary for use with Low-Voltage Closing Accessory

Figure 39.
Form 5 and Form 5 UDP Power and Low Voltage Closing customer connections to terminal block TB1 (SinglePhase Connection, AØ Input).

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Before Placing the Control and
the Recloser into Service
CAUTION: Equipment misoperation. Do not
connect this control to an energized recloser
until all control settings have been properly programmed and verified. Refer to the programming
information for this control. Failure to comply can
result in control and recloser misoperation, equipment damage and personal injury.
G110.3

Prior to placing the control and recloser into service, the
following installation procedures must be properly completed and verified:
1. Control properly mounted for the installation.
2. Recloser installed according to all locally approved
standards and practices.

WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Recloser and
control must be solidly grounded. Follow all
locally approved procedures and safety practices when
grounding this equipment. Improper grounding can
result in contact with high voltage, which will cause
death or severe personal injury.
G115.1

3. Control and recloser properly grounded in accordance
with guidelines in this manual.
4. AC power connected to the control. (AC power LED
indicator is illuminated.)
5. Control battery connected and tested for proper
operation.
6. All control programming entered and verified by
appropriate personnel.
7. Control clock set to the correct time.
8. Customer connections for remote and supervisory
operation checked and completed in accordance with
proper shielding and surge protection.
9. Control cable properly connected and supported.

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TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUTION: Equipment misoperation. Do not
connect this control to an energized recloser
until all control settings have been properly programmed and verified. Refer to the programming
information for this control. Failure to comply can
result in control and recloser misoperation, equipment damage and personal injury.
G110.3

IMPORTANT: The Form 5 recloser control can be
taken out of service for testing and placed back into
service without de-energizing its recloser and interrupting the system. However, during the time the control is
out of service, the recloser is inoperative.

CPU Module LED Indicator

CPU Module
(Central Processing Unit)

Testing an Installed Control
The following tests to determine initial operation of the
Form 5 control can be performed while connected to an
operating recloser. These are the only tests performed on
an installed, operating control. All other tests described in
this Testing and Troubleshooting section require the
Form 5 control to be removed from service, connected to
a bypassed recloser, or tested at a location where the
proper testing equipment is available.
1. Wake-up the operator panel display by pressing the
CHANGE/LAMP TEST button on the control operator
panel.
2. Scroll through the LCD display messages as
described in the LCD Display Messages section of
these instructions. Refer to Form 5 Control operator
panel section of this manual.
Check the operational values for currents, voltages,
and other metering information.
3. Check that the LED for AC power is illuminated on the
control operator panel. This indicates the presence of
AC power.
4. Test battery operation, using the procedures
described in the Battery Test Procedure section of
these instructions.

Check CPU Status

Figure 40.
Form 5 control CPU module.

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of all operating parameters. Refer to Service Information
S280-76-1 Type MET Electronic Recloser Control Tester
Operator Instructions for proper setup and use of the MET
tester. Refer to Form 5 Control Default Test Procedure
section of this manual for specific tests requiring the
KMET Tester.
IMPORTANT: The Form 5 DC NOVA control cannot
be tested with the standard Kyle MET Tester. A junction box accessory for the MET tester is available for
testing the Form 5 DC NOVA control.
IMPORTANT: When the control is open and current
is present, the Trip Fail detection circuit in the Form 5
control will activate when the Kyle Type MET tester
CALIBRATE switch is ON. Depress and hold the
RESET TARGET keypad on the control for 3 seconds
to reset the condition.

Check the operating status of the CPU module. Open the
cabinet door and locate the LED indicator (Figure 40).
The LED indicator on the CPU module should flash at a
rate of one flash per second for normal 60 Hz operation
(slightly faster for 50Hz).

Testing With Type MET Tester
The Kyle Type MET Electronic Recloser Control Tester
(Figure 41) is used for testing the Form 5 control.
The MET Tester is completely self-contained, includes all
necessary metering and interconnecting cables, and is
capable of performing all required checks and tests from
a simple verification of operation to a complete verification

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Figure 41.
Kyle Type MET electronic recloser control tester.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Closing the Recloser During
Testing
WARNING: Hazardous voltage. The switchgear
and high voltage transformer must be in a test
cage or similar protective device to prevent accidental
contact with the high voltage parts. Solidly ground all
equipment. Failure to comply can result in death,
severe personal injury, and equipment damage. T221.3

Electrical Closing—Solenoid-Operated
Reclosers
Line voltage is required for automatic recloser operation
during testing of reclosers equipped with a closing
solenoid (except for reclosers equipped with the low voltage closing accessory).
For on-line testing, bypass the recloser, open the loadside disconnects and keep the source-side disconnects
closed. This will remove the recloser from service, but will
keep line voltage supplied to the closing solenoid (Figure
44).

Electrical Closing—Motor-Operated
Reclosers
WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Solidly ground
all equipment. Failure to comply can result in
death, severe personal injury, and equipment damage.

T223.2

High-voltage is not required for reclosers utilizing a motoroperated closing mechanism energized from a 230VAC
power source. For information on energizing the recloser,
refer to the appropriate motor-operated recloser installation manual.
Figure 43 shows a test circuit for motor-operated and
solenoid-closing reclosers with low-voltage closing. Since
these reclosers require only a 240 Vac source for closing,
high-voltage transformer T3 and its protective cage is
eliminated. All other equipment is the same as the test
equipment shown in Figure 42.
Sensing CTs (3)

For shop testing, the closing solenoid voltage is supplied
by back-feeding a transformer with a low-side rating equal
to the voltage rating of an available power source, and a
high-side rating equal to the voltage rating of the recloser
(Figure 45). A 75kVA transformer of the proper voltage
rating with an impedance drop of approximately 3% is satisfactory. The ac source must have a comparable
impedance drop.

6
J

4
H

The closing coil requirement is approximately 200kVA
during the two-to-three cycle closing operation. The
solenoid coil operating voltage must be maintained at the
recloser bushings during the cycle interval the closing coil
is energized. This procedure is not used on reclosers
equipped with the low-voltage closing accessory.

2
G

Closing
Motor

WARNING: Hazardous voltage. Interconnect
source leads X and Y and ground solidly to the
recloser tank (Figure 45). Do not connect lead Z to any
other phase or mechanical ground. Dangerous voltages
to ground exist on the phase connected to lead Z. Solidly
ground all equipment. Failure to comply can result in
T224.1
severe personal injury and/or equipment damage.

240 Vac
Power
Supply

115Vac

600:5
Recloser
BCT ON 600:5 Tap

Clamp-On
Ammeter

Note: This test circuit
can apply over
800 Amps to the
recloser.

T2
Electronic
Control

To Ammeter
and Relay
to operate
cycle counter or
other timing
device

Figure 43.
Suggested test circuit for motor-operated, solenoidclosing reclosers with low-voltage closing.

Electrical Closing—NOVA Reclosers
Note: Use at least 2/0
cable between
bushings.

Figure 42.
Alternate method of producing variable line current
(substitute for T2 and W-X circuit in Figures 43 and
45).

T1
Variable
Autotransformer
240 Vac-20 A

120 Vac

Variable
Autotransformer
(10 Amp)

240 Vac

Type NOVA 3-phase reclosers utilize an interface circuit
located in the mechanism housing. The electronic interface circuit controls the opening and closing signals to the
magnetic actuator.
The Dc NOVA Recloser is tested with the dc-to-dc converter and 19-pin cable connected to the dc power supply.

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BYPASS SWITCHES
(CLOSED)

LOAD

SOURCE
CLOSING
COIL

SOURCE

2
LOAD SIDE
DISCONNECT SWITCHES
(OPEN)

SOURCE SIDE
DISCONNECT SWITCHES
(CLOSED)

Figure 44.
Closing source-side switches of a bypassed “on-line” recloser provides closing solenoid power for automatic
operation during testing.

VOLTAGE RATING OF
RECLOSER CLOSING
SOLENOID COIL

CLOSING
SOLENOID
CONTACTOR

SENSING CTs (3)

Z
5

6
J

TO
240 OR
480 VAC
SOURCE

MAIN
CONTACTS (S)
ROTARY
SOLENOID
T3

Y
3

4
EF

TRIP
SOLENOID

CLOSING
SOLENOID
COIL
A B
X
2

TO
240 VAC
SOURCE

T2
VARIABLE
AUTOTRANSFORMER
240 VAC
20 AMPS

CONTROL
CABLE RECEPTACLE

TO
AMMETER AND RELAY TO
ELECTRONIC OPERATE CYCLE COUNTER
CONTROL
OR OTHER TIMING DEVICE
120 VAC

Figure 45.
Suggested test circuit for “shop-testing” solenoid-closing reclosers.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Manual Closing—Solenoid-Operated
Reclosers

4. After each trip operation, about 1/2 second elapses
while the closing solenoid plunger is moving upward to
reset the main toggle latch.

WARNING: Explosion Hazard. Excessive Contact Arcing. Do not use the manual closing tool to
close an oil-insulated, energized recloser. Closing an
energized oil-insulated recloser with a manual closing
tool can cause excessive contact arcing, rapid build-up
of gas within the equipment, and possible explosion
that can cause death, severe personal injury, and
equipment damage.
T203.2

5. After the main toggle latch resets, the recloser can be
closed again by operating the manual closing tool.

6. Replace the gasket and port cover on the recloser
head after testing has been completed.

If high-voltage for operating the closing solenoid is not
available, manual closing can be substituted for electrical
closing. However, not all control settings can be checked
since manual closing is not synchronized with the closing
coil control circuit in the control.
To manually close the recloser:
1. Remove the closing tool port cover and gasket from
the side of the recloser head casting.
2. Insert the tee-handled tool (available as an accessory)
into the port, engaging the pin on the closing shaft
(Figure 46).
CAUTION: Equipment damage. Do not turn the manual closing tool more than one-quarter turn clockwise.
Forcing the tool beyond the mechanism stop may shear
the pin on the closing shaft of the recloser.
T222.0
3. Close the recloser by placing the yellow operating
handle (located under the sleethood) into the up or
CLOSED position and turning the closing tool onequarter turn clockwise.

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Figure 46.
Using a manual closing tool to operate the recloser.

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FORM 5 CONTROL DEFAULT TEST PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Equipment misoperation. Do not connect this control to an energized recloser until all
control settings have been properly programmed and
verified. Refer to the programming information for this
control. Failure to comply can result in control and
recloser misoperation, equipment damage, and personal injury.
G110.3

Test Battery Circuitry
IMPORTANT: The Battery Test procedure requires
large current drain. Overuse of this procedure will drain
the battery.
1. Press BACK button on display panel until Battery Test
Screen 31 appears.
2. Record values for all settings.
3. Press CHANGE button on the display panel.
4. Press BATTERY TEST button on display panel.
5. Record values for all readings.

Test Phase Minimum Trip Values
IMPORTANT: The Form 5 DC NOVA control can not
be tested with the standard Kyle MET Tester. A junction
box accessory for the MET tester is availble for testing
the Form 5 DC NOVA control.
Use this procedure to test the Form 5 control with factory
default control settings. Follow all cautions and warnings
in these service instructions.
Before installation on an active feeder, the Form 5 control’s final control settings must be fully tested using an
appropriate test procedure. The Form 5 Control Default
Test Sheet follows these instructions. The Form 5 Control
Default Test Sheet Optimal Values gives the optimal values for the test results.
When performing these tests, change the Form 5 panel
settings by first pressing the CHANGE button and then
pressing the button of the function to be changed.

Initial Settings
1. Apply 120 (240) Vac to the control phase B and neutral for standard controls.
2. Plug in battery.
3. Verify control is programmed for all default settings.
• Phase Minimum Trip is set to 100 amps.

1. Verify Ground Trip Block LED is on.
2. Set KMET Phase Selector S5 to A.
3. Set KMET switch S4 to 300 milliampere range.
4. Set KMET Variac TR1 to zero.
5. Set KMET switch S2 to test fault current position.
6. Press the TRIP button on the display panel.
7. Press the CLOSE button on the display panel.
8. Slowly raise TR1 until Above Minimum Trip LED is on,
on display panel. Control should trip out quickly for
load currents above 105 milliamperes. Record value.
9. Repeat steps 4 – 8 for phases B and C (move KMET
S5 to B, then C).
10. Change Form 5 control from Normal Profile to Alternate Profile 1.
11. Verify Cold Load Pickup Blocked (LED is on) on the
display panel.
12. Repeat steps 2 – 9 for Form 5 Alternate Profiles 1, 2,
and 3. The control is programmed to trip out at 200
milliamperes on the Alternate 1, 2, and 3 Profiles.
Note:

If Cold Load Pickup LED is off, the control will trip on a
time delayed Time Current Curve with two trips to lockout for 30 seconds after closing in the control, per the
default Cold Load Pickup control settings.

Note:

If Alternate Profiles 1, 2, and 3 have the sequence coordination function enabled while testing the Form 5 control minimum trip values, it may result in the control
skipping past the fast TCC curves during the test for
minimum trip. The control will then lock out on the
delayed TCC curves.

Note:

If the Form 5 control has Switch Mode rather than Profile 3, the control will indicate current Above Minimum
Trip, but will not trip out.

• Ground Minimum Trip is set to 50 amps.
4. Disable Sequence Coordination in normal profile
using personal computer (PC).
5. Activate COLD LOAD PICKUP BLOCKED (LED is on)
on Form 5 display panel.
6. Activate GROUND TRIP BLOCK (LED is on) on Form
5 display panel.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Test Ground Minimum Trip Values
1. Change the Form 5 control from an Alternate Profile to
the Normal Profile (all three Profile LEDs are off). Disable Ground Trip Block (LED off).
2. Set KMET switch S4 to 100 milliampere range.

16. Set KMET test set Fault Current Switch S2 to test fault
current position. Record timings from the KMET test
set for all trips on the B 5X ___ locations on the test
sheet.
17. Set KMET Phase Selector S5 to phase C.

3. Set KMET Variac TR1 to zero.

18. Calibrate KMET Phase Selector S5 to 1000% of fault
(1000 milliamperes).

4. Set KMET switch S2 to test fault position.

19. Press the TRIP button on the display panel.

5. Verify the Form 5 phase minimum trip values are
higher than the ground trip values.

20. Press the CLOSE button on the display panel.

6. Set KMET Phase Selector S5 to A.
7. Press the TRIP button on the display panel.
8. Press the CLOSE button on the display panel.
9. Slowly raise TR1 until Above Minimum Trip shows on
Form 5 control. Control should trip out for load currents above 50 milliamperes. Record values.
10. Repeat steps 4 – 9 for the Form 5 Alternate Profiles 1,
2, and 3. The control is programmed to trip out at 100
milliamperes on the Alternate 1, 2, and 3 Profiles.
Note:

If Cold Load Pickup is activated (LED off), the control will
trip on a time delayed TCC with two trips to lockout for
30 seconds after closing in the control, per the default
Cold Load Pickup control settings.

Test Phase Timing
1. Set the Form 5 control to Normal profile (all Alternate
Profile LEDs off).
2. Activate GROUND TRIP BLOCK (LED on). Ground
Trip is blocked.
3. Set KMET Phase Selector S5 to phase A.
4. Set KMET switch S4 to 300 milliampere range.
5. Press the Form 5 trip switch once to lock out the Form
5 control.
6. Set KMET phase selector S3 to Control Response.
7. While holding the KMET Test Fault Current Switch S2
in the Calibrate position, adjust the fault current to 200
percent fault (100 X 2 or 200 milliamperes).
Note:

On newer controls, applying fault current while the
control is locked out will set the Recloser Malfunction
LED. This will not affect testing. To clear, press the
Reset Targets button after all tests are complete.

8. Press the TRIP button on the display panel.
9. Press the CLOSE button on the display panel.
10. Set KMET Fault Switch S2 to test fault current position. Record timing readings from the KMET time
clock for all trips on the A 2X___ test sheet location.
11. Set KMET Test Set switch S4 to the 1A position.
12. Set KMET Phase Selector S5 to phase B.
13. Calibrate KMET fault current to 500 percent (100 X 5
or 500 milliamperes) using the KMET 1A range.
14. Press the TRIP button on the display panel.
15. Press the CLOSE button on the display panel.
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21. Set KMET test set Fault Current Switch S2 to test fault
current position. Record timings from the KMET test
set for all trips on the C 10X ___ locations on the test
sheet.
22. Repeat steps 2 – 21 for Alternate Profiles 1, 2, and 3.
Note that the Phase minimum trip for the Alternate
Profiles is 200 amps. The 200% fault will then be 400
milliamperes or .4 amp, the 500% fault will then be
1000 milliamperes or 1 amp, and the 1000% fault will
then be 2000 milliamperes or 2 amps.

Test Ground Timing
1. Verify control is programmed for all default settings.
2. Disable GROUND TRIP BLOCK (LED off). Ground
Trip is active.
3. Activate the Normal Profile (Alternate Profile LEDs
off).
Note:

When testing the ground trip timing circuit, the KMET
test set applies a phase to ground fault to the Form 5
control. If the applied fault current exceeds the phase
minimum trip value, the control may time out on the
phase time current curve, which may be shorter than the
proper ground time current curve. For this reason, the
Form 5 phase minimum trip value should be increased
to a higher value while testing Form 5 ground trip time
current curves.

4. Increase the Form 5 phase minimum trip value to
1600 amperes.
5. Set KMET Test Set switch S4 to the 300 milliampere
position.
6. While holding the Fault Current Switch S2 in the Calibrate position, adjust the fault current to 200 percent
fault (50 X 2 or 60 milliamperes).
7. Press the TRIP button on the display panel.
8. Press the CLOSE button on the display panel.
9. Set KMET test set Fault Current switch S2 in the test
fault current position. Record timings from the KMET
test set for all trips on the G 2X ___ locations on the
test sheet.
10. Calibrate KMET fault current to 500 percent, (50 X 5
or 250 milliamperes).
11. Press the TRIP button on the display panel.
12. Press the CLOSE button on the display panel.

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13. Set KMET test set Fault Current switch S2 in the test
fault current position. Record timings from the KMET
test set for all trips on the G 5X ___ locations on the
test sheet.
14. Set KMET Test Set switch S4 to the 1A position.
15. Calibrate KMET fault current to 1000 percent, (50 X 10
or 500 milliamperes).

5. Control should trip twice on slow TCC curve, then indicate open and lockout. Record timing value.
6. Activate COLD LOAD PICKUP BLOCKED (LED on).
7. Repeat steps 2 – 4. Record value.

Test Fast Trips Disabled
1. Activate FAST TRIPS DISABLED (LED on).

16. Press the TRIP button on the display panel.

2. CLOSE the Form 5 control.

17. Press the CLOSE button on the display panel.

3. Adjust fault current to 200 percent or 200 milliamperes.

18. Set KMET test set Fault Current switch S2 in the test
fault current position. Record timings from the KMET
test set for all trips on the G 10X ___ locations on the
test sheet.
19. Repeat steps 4 – 18 for Alternate Profiles 1, 2, and 3.
Note that the ground minimum trip for the Alternate
Profiles is 100 amps. The 200% fault will then be 200
milliamperes, the 500% fault will then be 500 milliamperes, and the 1000% fault will then be 1000 milliamperes or 1 amps.
20. Return the Normal Profile Phase Minimum Trip Value
to the pretest value, 100 amps.

Test Non-Reclose
1. Activate NON-RECLOSING (LED on).
2. Activate GROUND TRIP BLOCK (LED on).

4. Set KMET test set Fault Current Switch S2 to fault
position.
5. Control should trip two times to lockout, on all slow
TCCs, then indicate OPEN and lockout. Record value.
6. Deactivate Fast Trips Disabled (LED off).
7. Repeat steps 2 -4. Control should trip on two fast, two
slow TCCs. Record values.

Test Hot Line Tag
1. CLOSE the Form 5 control.
2. Activate HOT LINE TAG (LED on).
3. Adjust fault current to 200 percent or 200 milliamperes.

3. Set KMET Phase Selector switch S5 to phase A.

4. Set KMET test set Fault Current Switch S2 to fault
position.

4. Set Form 5 control to Normal Profile (all Alternate Profile LEDs off).

5. Control should trip out once on the 101 TCC curve,
then indicate open and lockout. Record value.

5. Adjust fault current to 200 percent or 200 milliamperes.

6. Verify that it is not possible to close the Form 5 control.

6. Press the TRIP button on the display panel.
7. Press the CLOSE button on the display panel.
8. Set KMET test set Fault Current Switch S2 to fault
position.
9. Control should trip once, then indicate open and lockout. Record time value.
10. Disable NON-RECLOSE (LED off).

7. Deactivate HOT LINE TAG (LED off).
8. Verify that you can CLOSE the Form 5 control.

Test Reclose
1. Set KMET selector switch S3 to Control Reclose
Reset.
2. Reset the KMET Time Clock if required.

11. Repeat steps 5 – 8, to lockout. Record time value.

3. Adjust fault current to 200 percent or 200 milliamperes.

Test Cold Load Pickup Blocked

4. Set KMET test set Fault Current Switch S2 to fault
position.

1. Disable COLD LOAD PICKUP BLOCKED (LED off).

5. After trip, turn fault switch S2 off.

2. CLOSE the Form 5 control.

6. Record reclose time.

3. Adjust fault current to 200 percent or 200 milliamperes.

7. Repeat steps 2 – 6 until control locks out.

4. Within 30 seconds of Step 3, set KMET test set Fault
Current Switch S2 to fault position.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Test Close Circuit Disable Fuse
This test is only applicable to Form 5 LS controls and standard Form 5 controls below Serial Number 3000.

Verify Instantaneous Demand
Metering
1. Enable GROUND TRIP BLOCK (LED on).

1. Set KMET Fault Switch S2 to OFF.

2. Set KMET switch S2 to OFF.

2. CLOSE the Form 5 control.

3. Set KMET Phase Selector S5 to A.

3. Remove Close Circuit Disable fuse.

4. Set KMET Variac to zero.

4. Adjust fault current to 200 percent or 200 milliamperes.

5. Set KMET switch S4 to the 100 milliampere range.

5. Set KMET test set Fault Current Switch S2 to fault
position. The control will trip once.

7. Set KMET switch S2 to ON.

6. Verify that it is not possible to close the Form 5 control.

8. Set KMET Variac to read 80 milliamperes.

7. Replace Close Circuit Disable fuse.

9. Scroll the Form 5 LCD screen to screen 1.

8. Verify it is now possible to CLOSE the Form 5 control.

6. CLOSE Form 5 control.

10. Verify Instantaneous metering on Phase A and
Ground reads 80 milliamperes.
11. Set KMET Phase Selector S5 to B.
12. Verify Instantaneous metering on Phase B and
Ground reads 80 milliamperes.
13. Set KMET Phase Selector S5 to C.
14. Verify Instantaneous metering on Phase C and
Ground reads 80 milliamperes.

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Form 5 Control Default Test Optimal Values

Volts

28.0

2.6 Volts

28.0

2.6 MA

550

Volts

27.0

2.6 volts

24.2

Normal Profile

Phase A Amps

Phase B Amps

Phase C Amps

100.5

100.3

100.7

Phase A Amps

Phase B Amps

Phase C Amps

200.9

200.2

200.5

Phase A Amps

Phase B Amps

Phase C Amps

200.9

200.2

200.5

Phase A Amps

Phase B Amps

Phase C Amps

200.9

200.2

200.5

Normal

Ground Amps

50.1

Ground

Profile #1

Ground Amps

100.3

Minimum Trip

Profile #2

Ground Amps

100.3

Profile #3

Ground Amps

100.3

Battery Circuitry

Phase

Profile #1

Minimum Trip
Profile #2

Profile #3

5.
Phase Timing

Trip to Lockout Sequence
Normal

Profile #1

Profile #2

Profile #3

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Phase A 2X

0.161

0.164

1.416

1.421

Phase B 5X

0.018

0.017

0.278

0.280

Phase C 10X

0.016

0.014

0.088

0.086

Phase A 2X

0.153

0.154

1.443

1.441

Phase B 5X

0.015

0.014

0.273

0.275

Phase C 10X

0.011

0.009

0.087

Phase A 2X

0.153

0.154

1.443

1.441

Phase B 5X

0.015

0.014

0.273

0.275

Phase C 10X

0.011

0.009

0.087

Phase A 2X

0.153

0.154

1.443

1.441

Phase B 5X

0.015

0.014

0.273

0.275

Phase C 10X

0.011

0.009

0.087

0.087
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Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Form 5 Control Default Test Optimal Values
6.
Ground Timing

Trip Sequence
Normal

Profile #1

Profile #2

Profile #3

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Ground 2X

0.214

0.212

3.894

3.896

Ground 5X

0.012

0.016

1.097

1.099

Ground 10X

0.008

0.014

0.652

0.653

Ground 2X

0.214

0.212

3.894

3.896

Ground 5X

0.012

0.016

0.952*

0.954*

Ground 10X

0.008

0.014

0.280*

0.276*

Ground 2X

0.214

0.212

3.984

3.896

Ground 5X

0.012

0.016

0.952*

0.954*

Ground 10X

0.008

0.014

0.280*

0.276*

Ground 2X

0.214

0.212

3.894

3.896

Ground 5X

0.012

0.016

0.952*

0.954*

Ground 10X

0.008

0.014

0.280*

0.276*

lockout lockout lockout

Enabled

Phase 2X

0.153

Non-Reclose

Disabled

Phase 2X

0.152

0.153

8. Cold Load

Block Off

Phase 2X

1.420

1.433

PickUp Blocked

Block On

0.158

0.154

9. Fast Trips

Enabled

Phase 2X

1.419

1.422

Disabled

Phase 2X

0.155

0.156

No Reclose

Phase 2X

0.014

Enabled

Phase 2X

0.155

0.156

1.148

1.424

Reclose Sequence

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Reclose Times

1.975

1.974

4.968

lockout

Yes

10.
Hot Line Tag
11.
Test Reclose
12.

Fuse Out

Can’t Close?

Close Circuit
Disable Fuse

1.420

lockout lockout
1.420

Can Close?

Yes

1.418

Phase A

Phase B

Demand Metering

Amps 80

Amps 81

*Refer to the Test Ground Timing section of this manual.

1.424

lockout lockout lockout

XXX
13. Instantaneous

1.433

lockout lockout

XXX
Fuse In

1.433

Phase C
Amps 80

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Form 5 Control Default Test Sheet
Date:

2.
Battery Circuitry

Serial No:

Volts

2.6 Volts

2.6 MA

Volts

2.6 volts

Normal Profile

Phase A Amps

Phase B Amps

Phase C Amps

Profile #1

Phase A Amps

Phase B Amps

Phase C Amps

Profile #2

Phase A Amps

Phase B Amps

Phase C Amps

Profile #3

Phase A Amps

Phase B Amps

Phase C Amps

Normal

Ground Amps

Ground

Profile #1

Ground Amps

Minimum Trip

Profile #2

Ground Amps

Profile #3

Ground Amps

Phase
Minimum Trip

Trip to Lockout Sequence

Phase Timing

Normal

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Phase A 2X
Phase B 5X

Phase C 10X
Profile #1

Phase A 2X
Phase B 5X
Phase C 10X

Profile #2

Phase A 2X
Phase B 5X
Phase C 10X

Profile #3

Phase A 2X
Phase B 5X
Phase C 10X

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

Form 5 Control Default Test Sheet
6.
Ground Timing

Trip Sequence
Normal

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Ground 2X
Ground 5X

Ground 10X
Profile #1

Ground 2X
Ground 5X
Ground 10X

Profile #2

Ground 2X
Ground 5X
Ground 10X

Profile #3

Ground 2X
Ground 5X
Ground 10X

Enabled

Phase 2X

Non-Reclose

Disabled

Phase 2X

8. Cold Load

Block Off

Phase 2X

lockout lockout

PickUp Blocked

Block On

9. Fast Trips

Enabled

Phase 2X

lockout lockout

Disabled

Phase 2X

No Reclose

Phase 2X

Enabled

Phase 2X

10.
Hot Line Tag
11.

Reclose Sequence

Test Reclose
12.

lockout lockout lockout

1st

2nd

Reclose Times
Fuse Out

Can’t Close?

Yes

Disable Fuse

Fuse In

Can Close?

Yes

13.Instantaneous

Phase A

Phase B

Phase C

Demand Metering

Amps

Close Circuit

3rd

4th

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REMOVE THE CONTROL
FROM SERVICE
IMPORTANT: Disconnect switches for ac sensing
and power connections are necessary to isolate the
Form 5 Recloser Control for testing and servicing.
1. Enable GND TRIP BLOCKED to allow for ground trip
to be disabled when re-energized.
A. Press the CHANGE/LAMP TEST key on the Operator Panel to enter the CHANGE mode.
Note:

The LCD Display Screen will indicate the amount
of time available in CHANGE mode to make a
change.

B. Depress the GND TRIP BLOCKED key.
Note:

After the GND TRIP BLOCKED key is
depressed, the red LED indicator will illuminate
to indicate GROUND TRIP BLOCKED is active.

RETURN THE CONTROL TO
SERVICE
CAUTION: Equipment misoperation. Do not
connect this control to an energized recloser
until all control settings have been properly programmed and verified. Refer to the programming
information for this control. Failure to comply can
result in control and recloser misoperation, equipment damage, and personal injury.
G110.3

After the required work is completed, disconnect the control from the test set and follow this procedure to return the
control to service:
1. Plug in the control battery.
2. Apply ac power to the control.
3. Verify that all control settings are correct.
4. Reconnect the control cable to the control.

WARNING: Hazardous voltage. If the recloser
is energized while the control cable is disconnected, the CT secondaries can generate high voltages. Contact with high voltage can cause severe
personal injury or death.
T204.2

2. Disconnect control cable from the control.
3. De-energize ac power from the control.
4. Unplug the control battery.

5. Disable GND TRIP BLOCKED.
A. Press the CHANGE/LAMP TEST key on the Operator Panel to enter the CHANGE mode.
Note:

The LCD Display Screen will indicate the amount
of time available in CHANGE mode to make a
change.

B. Depress the GND TRIP BLOCKED key.
Note:

After the GND TRIP BLOCKED key is
depressed, the red LED indicator will not be illuminated indicating GROUND TRIP BLOCKED is
not active.

6. Reset the control clock after AC power has been reapplied. Refer to Setting the Control Clock in Service
Information S280-79-2 Form 5 Microprocessor-Based
Recloser Control Programming Guide.

Kyle Form 5, Form 5 UDP, Form 5 DC NOVA Recloser Control Installation and Operation Instructions

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Factory Maintenance Classes

CAUTION: This equipment requires routine
inspection and maintenance to ensure proper
operation. If it is not maintained, it can fail to operate
properly. Improper operation can cause equipment
damage and possible personal injury.
G105.1

The factory service department offers a basic testing and
troubleshooting course for the Form 5 MicroprocessorBased Electronic Recloser Control and Reclosers. This
course, taught by experienced service technicians, is
held at the factory‘s in-house training facility. For additional information, contact your Cooper Power Systems
representative.

Replacement Kits
Replacement kits for the Kyle Form 5 Control are available through the factory Service Department. To order
these kits, refer to the Replacement Parts price list for catalog numbers and pricing. Contact your Cooper Power
Systems representative for additional information and
ordering procedures.

Type MET Recloser Control Tester
A 30-minute video cassette program, KSPV7 Kyle® Type
MET Electronic Recloser Control Tester Operation and
Testing Procedures is available as a supplemental training aid for service personnel.

Factory-Authorized Service
Centers
Factory-authorized service centers are located throughout the continental United States to provide maintenance,
repair and testing services for Kyle controls and reclosers.
For further information, contact your Cooper Power Systems representative.

SAFETY
FOR LIFE

KA2048-476 Rev: 02

1045 Hickory Street
Pewaukee, WI 53072
www.cooperpower.com
KDL
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