Datamatic D1000 Firefly User Manual FIREFLY AMR System Manual

Datamatic, Ltd Firefly FIREFLY AMR System Manual

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1©Datamatic.com, Ltd. 2000 - 2002DRAFTChapter 1 1111Chapter 2: FIREFLY InstallationInstallation PreparationInstallation Overview - Sensor End1. Set Auto Advance to “Off”.2. Insure meter reading is manually entered for each account installed.3. Install the optical sensor. (See instructions “Installing the Optical Sensor” onpage 2).4. Program the FIREFLY MIU using the radio transceiver (See instructions“Programming the FIREFLY MIU” on page Error! Bookmark not defined.).5. Choose a method and mount the FIREFLY MIU.6. Verify the FIREFLY MIU is transmitting properly by using the ROADRUNNER toreceive a RF message.Installation Considerations1. Signal distance varies depending on the location of the MIU. FIREFLYs installedabove-ground generally transmit the greatest distance.2. The material of a pit or vault lid affects the transmission range. For example, atransmitter has a greater range sending from a pit with a plastic lid than a cast ironlid.3. Lids with holes of a diameter of one inch make possible the mounting of theFIREFLY MIU through the lid. This can increase transmission range significantly.4. Complete field installation of an MIU takes 5-10 minutes, depending on the meterlocation, and mounting application.
2 FIREFLY AMR System Reference Manual©Datamatic.com, Ltd. 2000 - 20025. If the lid has a hole for the unit, use thecap and wing nut assembly (“lid lock”pictured below). Ensure that enoughspace exists between the box lid andthe ground for the unit to sit. If not,remove some of the dirt from thebottom of the box. Do not over-tightenlid locks.Water FIREFLY InstallationInstalling the Optical Sensor-End FIREFLYMeter Preparation1. Remove meter box lid.2. Survey the meter, checking lid, hole depth, and overall cleanliness.3. Check for meter disqualification’s and enter the corresponding skip code.4. Check for potential meter problems and enter the corresponding trouble code.5. Clean excess dirt from meter lid, exposing meter number.6. Flip lid back and pre-clean meter face/lens using Fast Orange non-pumice cleanerand a cloth or cotton swab to remove residue.7. Clean meter face/lens with an isopropyl alcohol and a NEW lint-free cotton swab.Note: Use Isopropyl rubbing alcohol, 99% by volume, for best results.Lower concentrations do not clean as well and adversely affect thesensor-to-meter bond.8. Re-wipe the surface of the meter lens with a clean, new cotton swab each time untilthe swab comes up clean, and the clean lens squeaks when wiped.9. After cleaning, ensure that the lens is completely dry; allow time for the alcohol toevaporateBackground Check1. Connect the ROADRUNNER to the FIREFLY via the PPU.2. Press SHIFT I to display the FIREFLY main menu.3. Press A to begin testing the FIREFLY optics.
Chapter 2: FIREFLY Installation 3©Datamatic.com, Ltd. 2000 - 2002Verifying Sensor PlacementPower 1 [24]Power 2 [56]Power 3 [66]Status: [Success]Test Again?Y/NThe values shown are in decimal. Two out of three need to be between 32 and 96.Status will display as Success or Failed.Sensor FlapWithin each case of FIREFLYs, 24 rubber Sensor Flaps are included for everyinstallation. Utilizing these Sensor Flaps insures a stable environment during thecalibration process.Sensor Placement1. Insert sensor cable through sensor flap.2. Remove the adhesive backing from the high-bond tape on the Optic Sensor face.3. Install sensor to the location of the best background according to the backgroundcheck.4. Orient the sensor so the water meter needle approaches the sensor from the cable sideand perpendicular to the cable. There are indents on each side of the sensor base thatare to be in line with the needle when it passes.5. Attach the sensor to the water meter lenssurface.6. Since the 3M tape provides a pressuresensitive seal, the installer needs toapply pressure to the MIU sensorimmediately after attaching to the lenssurface. The next step is to apply four,5-second pushes to the MIU.Tip: Palm the sensor and leanonto it to apply appropriatepressure.7. A full cure on the seal is achieved in 24 - 96 hours. Do not touch, pull, move, orhandle the sensor in any way during this period.
4 FIREFLY AMR System Reference Manual©Datamatic.com, Ltd. 2000 - 20028. Apply approved adhesive around the sensor to seal it completely if the pit fills withwater prior to the 24 - 96 hour cure time, or if the meter face is curved and not flat.Note: If the sensor is initially misplaced, do not attempt to remove thesensor by twisting the sensor body. A fully cured sensor requiresbreaking the seal at the adhesive tape joint with a flat tool such as ascrewdriver. Insert the screwdriver between the aluminum base andmeter lens and twist.9. Mount the FIREFLY MIU to an appropriate wall, stake or through hole in meterbox/vault lid.If using a stake, affix the stake in the ground adjacent to the meter register. Theplatform area of the pole needs to face inward.Position the transmitter on the pole platform.Attach the transmitter to the pole with the binding material.If utilizing a lidlock, make certain Not to overtighten the FIREFLY within the lock.Also be sure to never rest the weight of the lid on the FIREFLY.10. Place sensor flap over sensor, insuring a snug fit.11. Program the MIU and set to "Autocal".12. Before closing the lid, make sure a visual meter reading is entered for the account.Note: At this point, if sensor flap must be lifted to retrieve the visualmeter reading, AutoCal must be reset through the FIREFLY menu #7.Installing the Wire-end1. Refer to Appendix C “Meter Qualification” on page Error! Bookmark not defined.to determine wire connection for the brand and model of meter.2. Connect FIREFLY wire-end to meter contacts using Posi-lock connector or Gel caps.3. Use 3M mastic pads to cover the wire connections. Ensure that the mastic pad formsa complete seal around the wire connections.4. Mount the FIREFLY to an appropriate wall, stake, or through hole in the meter box /vault lid.5. If using a stake, affix the stake in the ground adjacent to the meter register. Theplatform area of the pole needs to face inward.6. Position the transmitter on the pole platform.7. Position the FIREFLY MIU with the threaded neck pointing up.8. Attach the transmitter to the pole with the binding material.Note: Do not connect a multi-meter, probe or other interrogating deviceto the FIREFLY wires. Doing so may cause the unit to globally reset,erasing all programmed data!
Chapter 2: FIREFLY Installation 5©Datamatic.com, Ltd. 2000 - 2002Electric FIREFLY InstallationInstallation PreparationFollowing is a list of hardware needed to install one Electric FIREFLY on one meter:Landis &Gyr ABBTwo 32 x ½ inch long screws Two 0.25 in. spacersTwo .25-inch spacers Two fuse clips – part #3510Two meter spacer posts Original screws are usedTwo fuse clips - part #3510Sangamo GETwo 1/8” x ½” long screws Two 4-48x3/8 long screwsTwo 0.25 inch spacers Two 0.25 spacersTwo fuse clips – part #3510 Two fuse clips – part #3510Two Lock WashersWestinghouseTwo 6-40 x ½” long screwsTwo 0.25 inch spacersTwo fuse clips – part #3510Installing Disk Decals1. Remove nameplate on meter.2. Clean rotating disk target area with99% isopropyl alcohol.3. Place approved decal* on targetarea. Be sure the edge of the decalis not overhanging on the disk.4. The user needs to smooth the decalon the plate by applying pressurewith his/her thumb.Note: Be sure not totouch the adhesive sideof the decal as the oilfrom the skin can causeit not to adhere.*Contact Datamatic for specificationson approved decals.(A=58mm, B=24mm)
6 FIREFLY AMR System Reference Manual©Datamatic.com, Ltd. 2000 - 2002Installing the Electric FIREFLY1. Remove nameplate.2. Position the unit on top of the nameplate posts.3. Mount the unit flush on top of the nameplate posts with the spacer and nameplateabove it.4. Thread the mounting screw through the nameplate, the 0.25-inch spacer, (seefollowing illustration), and FIREFLY into the nameplate post holes.5. Adjust play in mounting holes so that FIREFLY is parallel with disk and the distancebetween sensor face and disk is between 0.070 and 0.110 inches.6. Choose one of the following three options to connect the wires to the 240VACterminals on the meter.! Option A. Use fuse clip to attach wires to the 240VAC terminals on the meter.! Option B. Use soldering to attach two wires to the 240VAC terminals on themeter.! Option C. Use female insulated crimp connector to connect the wires to the240VAC terminals on the meter.Note: If connectors are used in place of soldering, use UL-certifiedcrimper.Fuse clip option Solder wires option Insulated crimp connector option
Chapter 2: FIREFLY Installation 7©Datamatic.com, Ltd. 2000 - 2002Note: The FIREFLY requires 240VAC during programming for thesettings to be written to its memory.7. Power the meter with 240VAC or power the FIREFLY using between 5 and 12 voltsapplied to the external battery jack.8. Zero out the register.MODIFICATIONSThe Federal Communications Commission (FCC) places power limits upon devices thattransmit as intentional radiators. This equipment has been tested and found to complywith the limits for an intentional radiator, pursuant Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Thisequipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed andused in accordance with the instructions, it may cause interference to radiocommunications. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Datamatic couldvoid the user’s authority to operate the FIREFLY equipment.
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