Fault Indicators

Service Information

S.T.A.R.

Type TPR Faulted Circuit Indicator

Installation Instructions

S320-40-1

Contents
Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
For Cooper Power Systems RTE 15, 25, and
35 kV Loadbreak Elbows and GE-Chardon 15 and
35 kV Elbows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
For all Cooper Power Systems 200 A, 250 A and
400 A Deadbreak Elbows, Elastimold 15, 25 and
35 kV (PCE) Elbows and New Design Blackburn
15 kV Elbows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
For Old Design* 15 and 25 kV Blackburn Elbows
Elastimold 15, 25 and 35 kV (not PCE) Elbows
Joslyn 15 kV Elbows and GE-Chardon 25 kV
Elbows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Installation Instructions for Remote Fisheye
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Installation Instructions for Small Remote
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Installation Instructions for Auxiliary Contacts . .5
CAUTION: The Cooper Power Systems
S.T.A.R. Type TPR Faulted Circuit Indicator
is designed to be operated in accordance with normal
safe operating procedures. These instructions are not
intended to supersede or replace existing safety and
operating procedures. Read all the instructions before
installing the faulted circuit indicator.
Faulted circuit indicators should be installed and
serviced only by personnel familiar with good safety
practice and the handling of high-voltage electrical
equipment. Improper operation, handling, or
maintenance can result in death, severe personal
injury, and equipment damage.

PRODUCT INFORMATION
The Cooper Power Systems S.T.A.R. Test Point Reset
(TPR) Faulted Circuit Indicators (FCIs) are used on both
200 A separable connectors and 600 A terminators with
voltage test points. They are easily installed with a shotgun stick using the pulling eye. The FCI indicates the
passage of fault current by showing a fault flag in the
window of the display. When the system is re-energized,
the indicator resets automatically.
The FCI is weatherproof, submersible and meets or
exceeds ANSI/IEEE 495-1986 Testing Guide. The
flag will not change status as a result of mechanical
shock or vibration.
The FCI is available with either a low or high trip rating.
A low trip rating will trip at approximately 400 A rms and
a high trip rating will trip at approximately 800 A rms.
Trip rating varies slightly with different kV class elbows
and different elbow manufacturers.

INDICATOR
BOOT

PULLING
EYE
INTERNAL
SLEEVE

FAULT
FLAG

Figure 1.
S.T.A.R. Type TPR Faulted Circuit Indicator with internal
sleeve.

NOTE: At least 5 kV line-to-ground must be present to

provide sufficient stored energy to both trip and reset
the device.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
The TPR Faulted Circuit Indicator can be installed on
most manufacturers elbows. Instructions are included
herein for RTE, Elastimold, Blackburn, Joslyn and
GE-Chardon elbows. Where an adapter is required, a
kit must be ordered separately.

For Cooper Power Systems RTE 15,

25, and 35 kV Loadbreak Elbows and
GE-Chardon 15 and 35 kV Elbows
1. The FCI can be installed on live elbows. As an
alternative, de-energize the circuit and elbow
terminator and ground the terminator according to
approved procedures.
2. Remove the cap from the elbow test point using a
hotstick.
3. Be sure the test point area is clean and dry.
4. Discard the internal sleeve.
5. Lightly lubricate the inside of the indicator boot
using a silicone lubricant.

These instructions do not claim to cover all details or variations in the equipment, procedure, or process described, nor to provide
directions for meeting every contingency during installation, operation, or maintenance. When additional information is desired to
satisfy a problem not covered sufficiently for the users purpose, please contact your Cooper Power Systems sales engineer.
July 2004 Supersedes 2/00
Printed in U.S.A.

S.T.A.R. Type TPR Faulted Circuit Indicator Installation Instructions

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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.

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: 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.

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
high voltage will cause death or severe
personal injury. Follow all locally approved safety
procedures when working around high- and lowvoltage lines and equipment.

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.
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 may
result in death, severe personal injury and equipment
damage.
WARNING: Power distribution equipment must
be 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 this equipment
can result in death, severe personal injury, and
equipment damage.

6. Attach the pulling eye of the indicator to the

hotstick.
7. Using steady pressure, push the boot over the
test point while rotating the boot.
8. Align the pulling eye on the indicator with the
elbow pulling eye. (See Figures 3 and 4.)

For all Cooper Power Systems 200 A,

250 A and 400 A Deadbreak Elbows,
Elastimold 15, 25 and 35 kV (PCE)
Elbows and New Design* Blackburn
15 kV Elbows
1. The FCI can be installed on live Elastimold
(PCE) or new design Blackburn elbows. As an
alternative, de-energize the circuit and elbow
terminator and ground the terminator according to
approved procedures.
2. Remove the cap from the elbow test point using a
hotstick.
3. Be sure the test point area is clean and dry.
4. Insert the internal sleeve into the indicator boot.
(See Figure 2.)
5. Lightly lubricate the inside of the internal
sleeve using a silicone lubricant.
6. Attach the pulling eye of the indicator to the
hotstick.
7. Using steady pressure, push the boot over the
test point while rotating the boot.
8. Align the pulling eye on the indicator with the
elbow pulling eye. (See Figures 3 and 4.)

For Old Design* 15 and 25 kV

Blackburn Elbows, Elastimold 15, 25
and 35 kV (not PCE) Elbows, Joslyn
15 kV Elbows and GE-Chardon 25 kV
Elbows
1. A separate adapter (Catalog # STAK) is required
for the old design 15 and 25 kV Blackburn,
Elastimold 15, 25 and 35 kV (not PCE), Joslyn
15 kV and GE-Chardon 25 kV elbows. It is not
included with the FCI and must be ordered separately.
Because an adapter is needed, a slotted
screwdriver and hex head driver mounted on a
hotstick with tool holder is also required.
2. De-energize the circuit and elbow terminator and
ground the terminator according to approved
procedures.
3. Remove the cap from the elbow test point.
4. Remove and discard the screw and steel washer
from the center of the test point.
5. Select the proper adapter screw and thread size
from the adapter kit, according to the elbow being
used, as outlined in Table 1.
* Blackburn completed an elbow design change around July, 1992. Any
Blackburn elbow sold and/or shipped prior to July, 1992 could be of
either the old or new design. After determining the design, follow the
appropriate instructions for installing the FCI.

TABLE 1
Adapter Screw and Thread Sizes**
Elbow Manufacturer
15 and 25 kV Blackburn
Old Design
15 kV Joslyn, Elastimold 15,
25 and 35 kV (Not PCE)
25 kV GE-Chardon

Screw & Thread

Size

Plastic Washer
Side Facing Out

3/8 in.

24

5/16 in.
1/4 in.

24
20

B
B

**Consult your Cooper Power Systems sales engineer for other available screw
sizes.

Figure 2.
Internal sleeve inserted into indicator boot.

6. Select the proper side of the plastic washer to

face out from the test point, according to the
elbow being used, as outlined in Table 1. This will
ensure the best fit for the screw and plastic washer,
within the test point.
7. Be sure the test point is clean and dry.
8. Using the 7/64 inch hex wrench provided, screw
the adapter and plastic washer into the test point
using the hotstick with tool holder.
9. Discard the internal sleeve.
10. Lightly lubricate the inside of the indicator boot
using a silicone lubricant.
11. Attach the pulling eye of the indicator to the
hotstick.
12. Using steady pressure, push the boot over the test
point while rotating the boot.
13. Align the pulling eye on the indicator with the
elbow pulling eye. (See Figures 3 and 4.)

S320-40-1
Installation Instructions for Remote
FISHEYE Display

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FAULTED CIRCUIT INDICATOR

WARNING: The Cooper Power Systems

S.T.A.R. Type TPR Faulted Circuit Indicator
with remote display and/or auxiliary contact outputs
are designed for installation at Ground Potential
Only. Remote indicators and auxiliary contacts are
not insulated for high voltage application. If high
voltage is applied across the fault indicator, flashover
may occur, possibly resulting in death, severe
personal injury, and equipment damage.

Figure 3.
Correct methods of aligning Loadbreak elbow with fault
indicator.

1. Punch or drill four 0.5" (13 mm) and one 1.75"

(45 mm) holes as shown in Figure 5. Hole rims may
need to be treated for corrosion resistance. Consult
enclosure manufacturer for recommendation.
2. Position the FISHEYE display against the back
side of the enclosure aligning the four 0.5" (13 mm)
holes with the corresponding holes on the FISHEYE
display. The indicator ball of the FISHEYE display
should protrude thought the 1.75" (45 mm) hole and
be visible from the outside of the enclosure.
3. Install the four 3/8-16 UNC carriage bolts through
the four 0.5" holes with the heads on the outside of
the enclosure and the bolts extending through the
four holes on the FISHEYE display.
4. Install the four 3/8" flat washers, lock washers,
and hex nuts onto the carriage bolts and hand
tighten.
5. Adjust the display to the desired alignment and
tighten the hex nuts to flatten the lock washers. DO
NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE HEX NUTS.
LOCK WASHER

3/8-16"

FLAT WASHER
MOUNTING WALL
OR BRACKET

S.T.A.R.
FAULTED CIRCUIT

INDICATOR

3/8-16 x 1"
CARRIAGE
BOLT

DISPLAY

1.75" HOLE
(45 mm)
1.25" (32 mm)

Figure 4.
Incorrect methods of aligning Loadbreak elbow with fault
indicator.

2.19"
(56 mm)

0.5" HOLE
(13 mm)
4.38"
(111 mm)

Figure 5.
Remote FISHEYE display installation diagram.

S320-40-1
Installation Instructions for Small
Remote Display
WARNING: The Cooper Power Systems
S.T.A.R. Type TPR Faulted Circuit Indicator
with remote display and/or auxiliary contact outputs
are designed for installation at Ground Potential
Only. Remote indicators and auxiliary contacts are
not insulated for high voltage application. If high
voltage is applied across the fault indicator, flashover
may occur, possibly resulting in death, severe
personal injury, and equipment damage.
1. Punch or drill one 1" diameter hole as shown in
Figure 6. Hole rim may need to be treated for
corrosion resistance. Consult enclosure
manufacturer for recommendation.
2. Insert the outer fitting through the 1" diameter hole
with the threads extending through the hole in the
enclosure.
3. Insert the end of the FCI display into the outer
display fitting. Note that the lens of the FCI display is
keyed to fit the slot on the outer fitting.
4. Thread the bushing at the end of the remote
display, onto the outer fitting.
5. Adjust the display to the desired alignment and
tighten the bushing to pull the outer fitting against
the front of the enclosure. Tighten sufficiently to
prevent removal of the outer fitting from outside the
cabinet, but do not overtighten the bushing.

OPERATION
The indicator is shipped in the fault indicating position.
The trip target rotates out of view a few minutes after
the circuit is energized with a system voltage of at least
5 kV. The indicator is then ready for use.
When the auxiliary contact option is included with the
FCI the following applies: the auxiliary contacts provide a
relay closure when the FCI is in the faulted position. The
contacts are normally open, and the FCI comes supplied
with a pair of 6 foot conductor leads. The contacts will
open when the FCI is reset with the appropriate system
voltage of at least 5 kV. The auxiliary contacts are rated
as follows:
1A
0.5 A
0.3 A

30 VDC
125 VAC
110 VAC

Installation Instructions for Auxiliary

Contacts
WARNING: The Auxiliary Contact option is
intended solely for use with faulted circuit
indicators being installed on dead-front design
equipment. DO NOT USE the auxiliary contact
feature on fault indicators being applied to overhead
conductors or live-front equipment. Exposed ends of
the auxiliary contact cable may contact bare
conductors or other energized equipment, and may
result in electrocution hazard. The faulted circuit
indicators should be installed and serviced only by
personnel familiar with good safety practice and the
handling of high-voltage electrical equipment.

FCI DISPLAY
BUSHING
MOUNTING
WALL

Cooper Power Systems S.T.A.R. Test Point Reset FCIs

are available with auxiliary contacts as an option. The
contact provides a means to monitor the status of the
FCI remotely. The contact mirrors the status of the faulted
circuit indicator. If the FCI is in the faulted position, the
dry contacts will latch closed. If the FCI is in the reset
position, the dry contacts will latch in the open position.
A simple control diagram of the contacts is shown in
Figure 7.

1" DIA. HOLE

RED

OUTER
DISPLAY
FITTING

N.O. IN THE RESET POSITION

Figure 6.
Small remote display installation diagram.
Figure 7.
Control drawing of auxiliary contacts.

BLACK

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