Itron 100GDLA Utility meter transceiver User Manual 100G Installation Guide draft 102808

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Warning Only authorized Itron personnel should attempt repairs on Itron
equipment. Attempts to do so by others might void any maintenance contract
with your company.
Warning
xFollow these procedures to avoid injury to yourself or others.
xThe lithium battery may cause a fire or chemical burn if it is not
disposed of properly.
xDo not recharge, disassemble, heat, or incinerate the lithium
battery.
xKeep the lithium battery away from children.
Natural Gas Solutions 100G Installation Guide for Direct Mounting on Meters iii
Chapter 1 Introduction ................................................................................................. 1
Transmission Modes ........................................................................................................................... 1
Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 2
Meter Compatibility.............................................................................................................................. 2
Chapter 2 American Meter Installation........................................................................ 9
Installation Prerequisites ..................................................................................................................... 9
Materials Supplied By Itron ....................................................................................................... 9
Materials Supplied By You........................................................................................................ 9
Replacement Screws....................................................................................................10
Preinstallation Preparations ....................................................................................................10
Installing the 100G ERT Module .......................................................................................................10
Remove the Index ...................................................................................................................10
Assemble the ERT Module .....................................................................................................13
Program the ERT Module .......................................................................................................18
Attach the ERT Module to the Meter ......................................................................................20
Chapter 3 Sensus Meter Installation .........................................................................25
Installation Prerequisites ...................................................................................................................25
Materials Supplied By Itron .....................................................................................................25
Materials Supplied By You......................................................................................................26
Replacement Screws....................................................................................................26
Preinstallation Preparations ....................................................................................................26
Installing the 100G ERT Module .......................................................................................................27
Remove the Index ...................................................................................................................27
Assemble the ERT Module .....................................................................................................29
Program the ERT ....................................................................................................................31
Attach the ERT to the Meter ...................................................................................................33
Chapter 4 Actaris Meter Installation..........................................................................37
Installation Prerequisites ...................................................................................................................37
Materials Supplied By Itron .....................................................................................................37
Materials Supplied By You......................................................................................................38
Replacement Screws....................................................................................................38
Preinstallation Preparations ....................................................................................................38
Installing the 100G ERT Module .......................................................................................................39
Remove the Index ...................................................................................................................39
Assemble the ERT Module .....................................................................................................41
Program the ERT ....................................................................................................................43
Attach the 100G ERT Module to the Meter.............................................................................45
Attaching the 100G ERT Module to Flat-faced Model 1A Meters...........................................46
Contents
Contents
iv Natural Gas Solutions 100G Installation Guide for Direct Mounting on Meters
Chapter 5 National/Lancaster Meter Installation......................................................51
Index Compatibility ............................................................................................................................51
Installation Prerequisites ...................................................................................................................51
Materials Supplied By Itron .....................................................................................................51
Materials Supplied By You......................................................................................................52
Replacement Screws....................................................................................................52
Preinstallation Preparations ..............................................................................................................52
Installing the 100G ERT Module .......................................................................................................53
Program the ERT ....................................................................................................................58
Chapter 6 American/Actaris Commercial Meter Installation ...................................61
Installation Prerequisites ...................................................................................................................61
Materials Supplied by Itron .....................................................................................................62
Materials Supplied By You......................................................................................................62
Replacement Screws....................................................................................................62
Preinstallation Preparations ....................................................................................................62
Installing the 100G ERT Module .......................................................................................................63
Program the ERT ....................................................................................................................67
Installing 100G ERT Module on Actaris ............................................................................................73
Installing 100G ERT Module on ROOTS Rotary...............................................................................76
Chapter 7 Sensus Commercial Meter Installation....................................................79
Installation Prerequisites ...................................................................................................................79
Materials Supplied by Itron .....................................................................................................80
Materials Supplied By You......................................................................................................80
Replacement Screws....................................................................................................80
Preinstallation Preparations ....................................................................................................80
Installing the 100G ERT Module .......................................................................................................81
Program the ERT ....................................................................................................................82
Installing 100G ERT Module on ROOTS Rotary...............................................................................87
Natural Gas Solutions 100G Installation Guide for Direct Mounting on Meters 1
The 100G is Itron's latest gas encoder-receiver-transmitter (ERT®) module.
ERT modules are radio-frequency (RF) devices that transmit meter data. The RF meter data
can be received by a reading device that is within transmission distance of the ERT. Itron's
100G ERT module has increased output power over legacy gas ERT modules for increased
RF transmission distance.
This guide covers 100G ERT Module installation on meters from a variety of
manufacturers. Refer to the Meter Compatibility List to ensure you have a meter
compatible with the 100G ERT Module. See the Meter Compatibility List on page 2.
Transmission Modes
Once installed, the 100G ERT module has three available transmission modes:
xFixed Network Mode In this mode, a 100G ERT module transmits a high-powered
RF message every 60 seconds. Output power in this mode is 250 milliwatts or
+24dBm; expected battery life is 20 years.
xMobile and Handheld Mode In this mode, a 100G ERT module transmits a
medium-powered RF message every 15 seconds. Output power in this mode is 10
milliwatts or +10dBm; expected battery life is 20 years.
x(Optional) Hard to Read Mobile and Handheld Mode In this mode, a 100G ERT
module transmits a high-powered RF message every 30 seconds. Output power in this
mode is 250 milliwatts or +24dBm; expected battery life decreases to 15 years in this
mode, however. The Hard to Read Mobile and Handheld Mode should only be used
for 100G ERT modules that are difficult to read under normal conditions, such as
modules installed on roof tops or in sub-basements.
An FCC license is not required to read 100G ERT modules.
C
H A P T E R
1
Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction
2 Natural Gas Solutions 100G Installation Guide for Direct Mounting on Meters
Specifications
The functional and operational specifications for the 100G are listed below.
Functional Specifications Description
Power Source Two "A" cell lithium batteries
Tamper Detection Tilt tamper and magnetic tamper
FCC Compliance Part 15 certified
Industry Canada Compliance RSS-210 certified
Intrinsically Safe per UL Class I, Division 1, Groups C and D
Product Identification Numeric and barcoded ERT module type and serial
number
Construction Materials Gray polycarbonate housing and back plate with
encapsulated electronics
Operational Specifications
Description
Operating Temperatures -40° to 158° F (-40° to +70° C)
Operating Humidity 5 to 95 percent relative humidity
Program Frequency 908 MHz
Transmit Frequency Spread spectrum 908 to 924 MHz ISM band
Data Integrity Verified in every data message
Meter Compatibility
The following meters are compatible with the 100G. Due to continuous research, product
improvements, and enhancements, Itron reserves the right to change this list at any time.
NOTE On rare occasions the location of ERT-to-meter mounting holes on older
diaphragm gas meters might not match up with the mounting holes on the 100G
ERT Module. This can prevent the 100G ERT Module from properly mounting to
the meter.
To ensure you have the latest Meter Compatibility list available, contact your Itron
representative.
Meter Compatibility
Natural Gas Solutions 100G Installation Guide for Direct Mounting on Meters 3
Mfg. Model Desc Class Comments ERT Type ERT Part No.
American/ Canadian W75AL Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AL-175 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AC-175 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AT-175 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian ALC-
175
Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AT-210 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AL-225 Canada
only
Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AL-250 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AR-250 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AC-250 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AT-250 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AM-250 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AL-310 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AL-350 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AT-350 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AL-425 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian AC-630 Residential Aluminum case
meters only
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian 5B 225 Aluminum
case
Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-001
ERG-5002-001
American/ Canadian 35B Iron case Commercial 100G ERG-5000-007
American/ Canadian 60B Iron case Commercial 100G ERG-5000-007
American/ Canadian 80B Iron case Commercial Must have front
reading index.
100G ERG-5000-007
American/ Canadian 250B Iron case Commercial 100G ERG-5000-007
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4 Natural Gas Solutions 100G Installation Guide for Direct Mounting on Meters
American/ Canadian 500B Iron case Commercial 100G ERG-5000-007
American/ Canadian AL800 Commercial Aluminum case
meters only
100G ERG-5000-007
American/ Canadian AL1000 Commercial Aluminum case
meters only
100G ERG-5000-007
American/ Canadian AL1400 Commercial Aluminum case
meters only
100G ERG-5000-007
American/ Canadian AL2300 Commercial Aluminum case
meters only
100G ERG-5000-007
American/ Canadian AL3000 Commercial Aluminum case
meters only
100G ERG-5000-007
American/ Canadian AL5000 Commercial Aluminum case
meters only
100G ERG-5000-007
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
R-175 11 Tooth Residential Compatible with
2 foot drive
index; 1 foot
drive has 24 teeth
and is not
compatible.
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
R-200 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
RT-200 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
RT-230 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
R-275 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
RT-275 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
R-315 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
250 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
310 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
S-110 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
S-200 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
S-175 18 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-004
ERG-5002-004
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
RT-100 18 Tooth Residential 24- or 30-tooth
gears are not
compatible
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-004
ERG-5002-004
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
S-190 18 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-004
ERG-5002-004
Meter Compatibility
Natural Gas Solutions 100G Installation Guide for Direct Mounting on Meters 5
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
S-120 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
T-120 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
T-110 11 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-002
ERG-5002-002
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
R-415 18 Tooth Residential Older meters
may have ERT-
to-meter
mounting hole
variations that
can make them
incompatible.
100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-004
ERG-5002-004
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
RT-360 18 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-004
ERG-5002-004
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
MR8
(R-275
Metric)
16 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-003
ERG-5002-003
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
MR12
(R-415
Metric)
16 Tooth Residential 100G
100G Datalogging
ERG-5000-003
ERG-5002-003
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
750 Commercial 100G ERG-5000-008
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
1000 Commercial 100G ERG-5000-008
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
1600 Commercial 100G ERG-5000-008
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
3000 Commercial Vertical index
only
100G ERG-5000-008
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
5000 Commercial Vertical index
only
100G ERG-5000-008
Sensus/Invensys/
Equimeter/Rockwell
10000 Commercial Vertical index
only
100G ERG-5000-008
National/ Lancaster 175 Residential Sprague/Schlum
berger/ Actaris
Direct Read
indexes cannot
be used
100G ERG-5000-006
National/ Lancaster U175
UL175
Residential Sprague/Schlum
berger/ Actaris
Direct Read
indexes cannot
be used
100G ERG-5000-006
National/ Lancaster 250 Residential Sprague/Schlum
berger/ Actaris
Direct Read
indexes cannot
be used
100G ERG-5000-006
Schlumberger/
Sprague
175 3 Hole
index box
Residential Index boxes with
3 mounting holes 100G ERG-5000-005
Schlumberger/
Sprague
175 WC 3 Hole
index box
Residential Index boxes with
3 mounting holes 100G ERG-5000-005
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Schlumberger/
Sprague
175
Combin-
ation
3 Hole
index box
Residential Index boxes with
3 mounting holes 100G ERG-5000-005
Schlumberger/
Sprague
210 Residential 100G ERG-5000-005
Schlumberger/
Sprague
240 Canadian
Version of
250
Residential
100G ERG-5000-005
Schlumberger/
Sprague
240
Combin-
ation
Residential
100G ERG-5000-005
Schlumberger/
Sprague
240 Residential 100G ERG-5000-005
Schlumberger/
Sprague
240 1 Hole
cover flat
face
Residential Requires Itron
1A Adapter P/N
CFG-0015-
001Kit
100G ERG-5000-005 +
CFG-0015-001
Schlumberger/
Sprague
240 2 Hole
cover
Residential 100G ERG-5000-005
Schlumberger/
Sprague
250 Residential 100G ERG-5000-005
Schlumberger/
Sprague
250 WC Residential 100G ERG-5000-005
Schlumberger/
Sprague
250
Combin-
ation
Residential
100G ERG-5000-005
Schlumberger/
Sprague
1A Flat face Residential Requires Itron
1A adapter kit,
CFG-0015-001
100G ERG-5000-005 +
CFG-0015-001
Actaris/ Schlumberger METRI
S 250
3 Hole
Index Box
Residential Index boxes with
3 mounting holes
Slant-faced
100G ERG-5000-005
Schlumberger/
Sprague
400 Residential Slant-faced
100G ERG-5000-005
Actaris/ Schlumberger 400A Residential Slant-faced
100G ERG-5000-005
Actaris/ Schlumberger 675A Commercial Requires Actaris
adapter p/n
80005901;
purchase from
Actaris
100G ERG-5000-007
Actaris/ Schlumberger 800A Commercial Requires Actaris
adapter p/n
80005901;
purchase from
Actaris
100G ERG-5000-007
Actaris/ Schlumberger 1000A Commercial Requires Actaris
adapter p/n
80005901;
purchase from
Actaris
100G ERG-5000-007
EMCO #2 1/2 Commercial 100G ERG-5000-008
Meter Compatibility
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EMCO #3 Commercial 100G ERG-5000-008
EMCO #4 Commercial 100G ERG-5000-008
EMCO #4 1/2 Commercial 100G ERG-5000-008
EMCO #5 Commercial 100G ERG-5000-008
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This chapter shows you how to install a 100G ERT Module on an American Meter.
Installation Prerequisites
The following items are required to install the Itron 100G ERT Module.
Materials Supplied By Itron
The following items are supplied by Itron:
x100G ERT Module
xNew tamper seals
Materials Supplied By You
The following tools are required to install, initialize, and check the 100G ERT Module on
the meter.
xSmall and medium flat-blade or Phillips screwdrivers Used to remove and tighten
index and index-cover screws.
xSide-cutting plier/wire snips Used for cutting wire seals, if necessary.
xSmall putty knife Used to remove all traces of old gaskets from the meter.
xMeter seals, wire seals, and seal press Used to secure the meter from tampering, if
necessary.
x11/32-inch nut driver or other blunt tool Used to securely seat new tamper plugs
over screw holes.
xReplacement screws Used to mount 100G ERT Module assembly to meter and
index to module assembly backplates.
xFC200SR with EndPoint-Link or EndPoint-Link Pro software Used to program
and check ERT assembly.
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Replacement Screws
Replacement screws used in this procedure include:
For mounting the 100G ERT Module assembly on the meter:
xUse 1/4 - 20 x 5/8-inch slotted, Fillister head screws.
For mounting the index on the 100G ERT Module backplate:
xUse 8 - 32 x 3/16-inch slotted, round head screws.
Pre-installation Preparations
Before installing the 100G ERT Module on a meter, verify:
xAll Itron 100G ERT Module gas modules are compatible with your brand of gas
meter.
xSee the Meter Compatibility List for compatible meter model numbers for the
100G ERT Module
Installing the 100G ERT Module
There are four steps to installing the 100G ERT Module on a meter:
xRemove the index
xAssemble the 100G ERT Module
xProgram the 100G ERT Module
xAttach the 100G ERT Module to the meter.
NOTE Properly dispose of all unused screws, old index covers, gaskets, tamper
seals, and other left over materials. Do not leave any materials on customer
premises.
Remove the Index
The first step to install a 100G ERT Module on the meter is to remove the index from the
meter.
To remove the index
1. Remove any tamper seals from the meter.
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2. Detach the index cover from the meter by removing the four screws holding it in
place.
3. Examine the index cover screws you removed. Verify they are 5/8-inch long and not
corroded.
xIf the screws are 5/8-inch long, and are not corroded, retain for later use.
xIf the screws are an incorrect length or corroded, dispose of them properly. Use
1/4 - 20 x 5/8-inch screws as described in Replacement Screws on page 10.
TIP You can use the index cover you just removed as a temporary storage
location for screws.
NOTE Dispose of the index cover properly when finished with the installation
procedure. Do not leave it on customer premises.
4. Unscrew one index mounting screw completely.
Hold one hand beneath the index to catch the screw when it falls out of the index
assembly. If it does not fall out by itself, be sure to remove it.
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5. Unscrew the other index mounting screw.
While removing this screw, pull the index away from the meter to keep its backplate
(1) against the back of the screwhead (2). This prevents the screw from falling out
prematurely.
6. Remove the screw from the index once it is completely free of its hole.
7. Set the index aside for the moment. Place it where it will not be damaged; get filled
with dirt, rain, or snow; or fall to the ground or floor. The index will be used later in
this procedure.
8. Examine the index screws you just removed. Verify that they are 3/16-inch long and
are not corroded.
xIf the screws are 3/16-inch long and are not corroded, keep them for later use.
xIf the screws are an incorrect length or are corroded, dispose of them properly.
Use 8 - 32 x 3/16-inch screws as described in Replacement Screws on page 10
instead.
9. Use a putty knife or similar object to completely remove the old index gasket from the
meter (if applicable). All traces of the gasket must be removed before the ERT can be
installed.
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Assemble the ERT Module
The next step in the 100G ERT Module installation is to create the endpoint module
assembly by attaching the endpoint backplate and cover to the meter index.
To assemble the ERT module
1. Hold the new 100G ERT Module.
2. Separate the ERT module backplate from the cover.
3. Place the new ERT index cover where it will not be damaged. The index cover must
not get filled with dirt, rain, or snow; or fall to the ground or floor. The ERT index
cover will be used later in this procedure.
IMPORTANT Before continuing with the installation, note the following
information about American Meter indexes.
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xIndex wrigglers on one-foot meters have drive slots.
xIndex wrigglers on two-foot meters have drive posts.
xAn index may have mounting screw holes.
xAn index may have mounting screw slots.
If the index has mounting screw slots, skip steps 4 and 5. Continue with step 6.
If the index has mounting screw holes, perform steps 4 and 5. Skip steps 6 and 7.
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4. If the index has mounting screw holes, place an index mounting screw (1) in the right-
hand mounting screw hole (2). Use one 8 - 32 3/16-inch screw for this step (use an
original mounting screw if it was the correct size and not corroded. Use the correct
size replacement screw if required).
5. Attach the screw to the ERT backplate's right-hand index mounting post just enough
to hold the screw end of the index in place.
6. If the index has mounting screw slots, screw an index mounting screw (1) one to two
turns into the ERT backplate's right-hand index mounting post (2). Use one 8 - 32 x
3/16-inch screw for this step (use an original mounting screw if it was the correct size
and not corroded. Use the correct size replacement screw, if required).
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7. Place the index mounting screw slot under the screw head. Do not tighten the screw.
8. Attach the wriggler to the index and backplate.
xIf the index wriggler has a drive slot (1), place the backplate wriggler's drive
post (2) in the index wriggler's drive slot.
xIf the index wriggler has a drive post (1), place the index wriggler's drive post
in the backplate wriggler's drive slot (2).
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9. Install and tighten the left-hand index mounting screw (for indexes with either
mounting screw slots or holes). Use one 8 - 32 x 3/16-inch screw for this step (use an
original mounting screw if it is the correct size and not corroded. Use the correct size
replacement screw, if required).
10. Tighten the right-hand index mounting screw.
Note To verify correct installation of the index to the ERT module housing, spin
wriggler clockwise, then counter-
clockwise (not more than one complete rotation).
Wriggler should spin freely with little or no resistance.
11. Slide the ERT cover (1) over the index and backplate (2).
Next, program the ERT module.
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Program the ERT Module
The ERT must be programmed using the FC200SR with EndPoint-Link software. See the
Endpoint-Link ERT Programming Guide (TDC-0411) for more information.
IMPORTANT You must perform the following programming procedure for
the ERT module to function properly.
You must program the meter based on the drive rate shown on the index.
Examples of 1-foot (1) and 2-foot (2) drive rates are shown. (The 0.05 cubic
meter drive rate is not shown.) You must program the ERT based on the drive
rate indicated on the index.
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To program the ERT module
1. Using the FC200SR, program the reading of the index that was on the meter into the
ERT module assembly.
xFor initial programming, hold the FC200SR approximately 1 foot away from
the 100G.
xFor reprogramming (30 days or more past initial programming), hold the
FC200SR approximately 4 to 5 feet away from the 100G.
Be sure to program the 100G to the correct mode for the reading technology that will
be used (for example, Fixed Network Mode, Mobile/Handheld Mode, or Hard to Read
Mobile/Handheld Mode). In Endpoint-Link Pro v5.0, you will have access to the one
mode that was defined by your system administrator.
During programming, the 100G ERT module is programmed to the nearest 100 cubic
feet; the last two digits (the tens and units) are programmed as zeros (0). Once
programming is complete, however, the ERT module assembly can be read to the
nearest cubic foot.
2. Slowly turn the ERT module drive wriggler two turns in the direction indicated on the
index drive rate. This lets you verify the ERT module is counting properly after
assembly.
IMPORTANT Do not turn the drive wriggler faster than one turn per second.
3. Read the ERT module assembly using the FC200SR. Consult the EndPoint-Link ERT
Programming Guide (TDC-0411) or other applicable instructions for details on how to
read an ERT.
xIf this reading is higher than the one you programmed in step 1 above, the ERT
module assembly is counting correctly.
xIf the ERT module assembly reading is not higher than what was programmed
in step 1, replace the ERT module with a new one.
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Attach the ERT Module to the Meter
After the endpoint has been programmed and is reading correctly, it must be attached to the
meter. Follow the steps below to do this.
To Attach the ERT to the Meter
1. 5B 225 Meters Only If you are installing the ERT on a 5B 225 aluminum meter, cut
1/16-inch off each post of the ERT wriggler to prevent it from rubbing on the face of
the nut that holds the wriggler in place. If you are not installing on a 5B 225 meter,
continue to step 2 below.
2. Set the wriggler to the desired position for mounting the ERT module assembly to the
meter.
xFor One-Foot Meters: Align the ERT module assembly wriggler with the
meter drive post (as shown below). Make sure the ERT wriggler is
perpendicular to the meter drive post.

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