User's Manual

CHAPTER 4 VRT DIRECT GAS-METER TRANSPONDER INSTALLATION
VRT Gas Transponder ― User Guide Page 17
AMCO Automated Systems • P/N 52870T010 Rev 1 May 2003
5. Place the index cover and index cover gasket onto the
transponder/ index assembly.
• Verify the index cover is properly oriented with its vent holes
at the bottom.
• See photos below for orientation cues.
6. Screw the transponder/index/cover assembly to the meter and
tighten bolts to secure assembly to meter.
• Use the appropriate mounting bolts provided.
• Recommended torque range is 16-24 in-lbs.
7. Install the tamper seals into the index cover receptacles.
8. Remove the semi-detached label from the transponder and
attach it to your paperwork.
Programming the VRT Direct Gas-meter
Transponder
Although transponders may contain default or utility-specified values
that are programmed during manufacturing, it is important to
program certain data only after the transponder has been installed
in the field:
• Transponders can accumulate subcounts during shipping,
handling and installation due to the movement of its wriggler.
Type
A
Top edge of lens has
continuous ridges;
bottom has intermittent
ridges. Left flange
contains an “L”
P/N 10001P001
Type R
Rectangular lens with a
curved top and flat
bottom.
P/N 10001P003
Type S
Angled lens with a single
screw groove at the top
and two screw holes on
the sides.
P/N 10001P002
Top
Bottom
Top
Top
Bottom
Bottom
Type A
Type R
Type S