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Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 09 March 2021 815-0617-00 REV 000 Copyright © 2021 Itron, Inc. All rights reserved. Confidentiality Notice Confidential Information of Itron®, Inc., provided under nondisclosure obligations. The information contained herein is proprietary and confidential and is being provided subject to the condition that (i) it be held in confidence except to the extent required otherwise by law and (ii) it will be used only for the purposes described herein.
Contents Ce u l a l r5 0 0 WMo d u e l PitIn s ta la o ti n Gu d i e 1 Co n te n ts 3 New in This Document 5 1 Important Safety and Compliance Information 6 USA, FCC Part 15 Spectrum Compliance 6 2 USA, FCC Class B-Part 15 6 Modifications and Repairs 6 Modifications and Repairs 7 Canada, ISED Spectrum Compliance 7 RF Exposure (FCC/ISED) 7 Lithium Battery Safety 7 Electromagnetic Compatibility 8 Electrostatic Discharge 8 Do Not Drop 8 About the Itron Cellular 500W Module 9 Des
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide Table of Contents Installing the Module in the Pit Lid 20 Wall Mount Installation Installing the Module to the Pit Wall 5 20 Leak Sensor (OLS) Installation 22 Optional Remote Cellular 500W Disconnect Valve Installation 23 Installing the Remote Cellular 500W Disconnect Valve 4 18 23 Initializing, Connecting, and Programming the Pit Module 28 Start Up 28 Programming 28 Extending the Cable 29 Encoder-type Meter Register Connections 29 Pulser-
New in This Document Revision REV 000 09 March 2021 Date Description March 2021 First date of publication. 815-0617-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc.
1 Important Safety and Compliance Information This section provides important information for your safety and product compliance. USA, FCC Part 15 Spectrum Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ■ This device may not cause harmful interference.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 1 Important Safety and Compliance Information Modifications and Repairs Warning! This unit cannot be modified and is not repairable. Attempts to modify or repair this module will void the warranty per FCC and ISED rules. Canada, ISED Spectrum Compliance Compliance Statement Canada Déclaration de Conformité This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) licenseexempt RSS standard(s).
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 1 Important Safety and Compliance Information ■ The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated. ■ Keep the lithium battery away from children. Electromagnetic Compatibility Warning! Use only approved accessories with this equipment. Unapproved modifications or operation beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use may void authorization by the authorities to operate the equipment.
2 About the Itron Cellular 500W Module The Cellular 500W modules are cellular radio frequency transmitting modules that attach to water registers or meters to collect consumption usage, event, and alarm data. The Cellular 500W module is an IPv4/IPV6-compliant endpoint designated to communicate over the Itron’s OpenWay Riva multi-purpose IoT solution: OpenWay Riva Network or the legacy ChoiceConnect Mobile platform.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide ■ 2 About the Itron Cellular 500W Module Datalogging. In OpenWay Riva Network Mode, the Cellular 500W module provides 3,840 buckets of interval data configurable from 1 minute to 1 hour (for example, 160 days of hourly data or 40 days of 15 minute data). Note: Interval data functionality is dependent on the module's firmware version. For more information, see Firmware Functionality on page 13.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 2 About the Itron Cellular 500W Module Note: The Cellular 500W module works accurately with cable lengths up to 300 feet. Use an Itron-approved extension cable.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 2 About the Itron Cellular 500W Module Transmission Modes The Cellular 500W pit module is an IPv4/IPv6 compliant device that operates in Mobile Mode or OpenWay Riva Network Mode.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 2 About the Itron Cellular 500W Module 2. Audit Mode – Audit mode reduces the normal read latency time associated with standard modes of operation and is often used after initial installation. – This mode is useful in Riva network installations where the normal bubble rate is very slow. – Audit Mode remains active for 30 days and then reverts to the initial programmed mode. – Audit Mode is intended to be used once. 3.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 2 About the Itron Cellular 500W Module Extended Alarm Flag This is retrievable with two-way communication. Register Error Flag ■ The Register Error flag sets if the Register Error Detected flag is active for 24 hours. ■ The Register Error Flag remains active for 40 days in Mobile Mode. Register Error Detected ■ Register Error Detected indicates that the OpenWay Riva remote Cellular 500W module is not communicating with the register/meter.
3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module Install the pit module using one of the following methods. (For mounting option accessories, see Pit Module Mounting Accessories on page 16.) Pit module mounting options Through-lid The pit module mounts in lids with hole sizes from 1-3/4 inches to 2-inches. Installation requires the Pit mount kit. Rod mount* The pit module mounts on a 1/2-inch outside diameter rod. Installation requires the rod mount adapter.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module Warning While Itron modules are designed to withstand a drop, dropping the module may damage the device and void the warranty. Pit module positioning other than upright will negatively affect radio performance. Internal circuit card components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. Be careful not to touch any part of the meter body, register housing, or module prior to discharging any static buildup on your person.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module connector using an Itron security seal (Itron part number MSC-0018-001). Cable ties are not shipped with the pit module, but can be ordered from Itron. Use the protective cap (on the pit module side) in the field for up to one year.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module 1 Pit lid with a pre-drilled hole User-supplied 2 Through-the-lid retainer clip CFG-1601-001 3 Retainer clip collar 4 Cellular 500W pit module ERW-1601-001 Note: There are variants of the Cellular 500W, some of which do not include the middle red port. Installing the Module in the Pit Lid 1. Insert the retainer clip into the pit lid hole with the convex surface on the top of the pit lid.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module 2. From the bottom side of the lid, screw on the threaded retainer clip collar until the beveled top rests against the pit lid. Note: Ensure that the beveled edge of the clip collar is toward the top of the pit lid. 3. Align and insert the retainer clip tab (1) into the retainer clip receptacle (2) on the pit module housing.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module Pit lid mounting installation is complete. Wall Mount Installation Select a flat vertical mounting surface. Install the pit module in an upright position. Locate the pit module as high as possible in a Cellular 500W pit box. Maintain a distance of one to two inches from the bottom of the pit box lid.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module 4. Mark the location of the top mounting hole. 5. Drill a pilot hole in the pit box wall. Follow the screw manufacturer's recommendation for the pilot hole size. 6. For concrete-type pit boxes, it may be necessary to use a screw anchor. Choose an anchor appropriate for a #10 pan head screw. Caution: Do not over-tighten the mounting screws. Over-tightening the mounting screws may break the pit module mounting tabs. 7.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module Caution: Any pit module position other than upright will negatively affect radio performance. 9. Screw the bottom screw into the pilot hole until snug. Do not over-tighten the mounting screw. Wall mounting the OpenWay Riva pit module is complete. Leak Sensor (OLS) Installation Installation of the OLS with a pit Cellular 500W module requires the OLS with an inline connector (Itron part number LDS-1601-001).
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module Optional Remote Cellular 500W Disconnect Valve Installation This section describes installation of a remote Cellular 500W disconnect valve in the Cellular 500W system. The Cellular 500W module supports three valve states. ■ Connected. The water flow is open and flowing at 100% configured capacity. ■ Disconnected. The water flow is shut off with no water flowing.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module 1. Remove the protective plastic cover from the module's connector ports. 2. Remove the environmental cap from the pit module's telemetry connector (blue). 3. Verify that the connectors are clean and dry. 09 March 2021 815-0617-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module 1. Black register connection 2. Red optional antenna connection (not included in some versions of the Cellular 500W module) 3. Blue telemetry device connection 4. Align the disconnect valve connector with the pit module's blue telemetry connector. 09 March 2021 815-0617-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module 5. Push the valve connector into the pit module's connector. 6. Rotate the connector locking ring until the security holes align. 09 March 2021 815-0617-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 3 Installing the Cellular 500W Pit Module Caution: Do not force the connector ends together. While you hold the disconnect valve's connector, engage the pit module's connector by rotating the locking ring until both connectors are securely connected. Twist only the connector locking ring, not the body of the connector. Twisting the connector body could damage the pit module and disconnect valve's connector pins.
4 Initializing, Connecting, and Programming the Pit Module This chapter provides the instructions to program and connect the pit module. Requirements are based on the network system mode. The OpenWay Riva pit module's autosensing technology eliminates the need to program the module at the time of installation for most popular registers by automatically detecting the connected register type.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 4 Initializing, Connecting, and Programming the Pit Module Caution: Do not program configuration changes to the Cellular 500W module until it is connected to the water meter register. ■ The FC300SR or Itron Mobile Radio are the only devices that support programming for the Cellular 500W module. ■ Keep a minimum of 12 inches between the OpenWay Riva pit Cellular 500W module and programming device while programming configuration changes are completed.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 4 Initializing, Connecting, and Programming the Pit Module Pit module wire color Red (data)1 Black (power/clock) White (ground) Green Red Black Elster AMCO evoQ4 Mag Red White Black Itron (Actaris) Cyble Coder Green Red Black Kamstrup flowIQ2100 Green Red Black MasterMeter Green Red Black McCrometer Data port/green Clock/red Gnd port/black Metron Farnier OER Green Red Black Mueller (Hersey) Green Red Black Green Red Black Re
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 4 Initializing, Connecting, and Programming the Pit Module Pit module wire color Red (data)1 Register manufacturer Black (power/clock) White (ground) Red Black Register screw terminal Mag8000CT-7ME6820 Mag8000-7ME6810 Zenner (Hendey) ETR Green Pulser-type Register Connections Pit module connections are made by the meter manufacturer for pulser-type registers. This information describes those connections.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 4 Initializing, Connecting, and Programming the Pit Module Verifying Operation Use one of the following handheld computers to verify consumption: ■ FC300SR handheld computer ■ Itron Mobile Radio connected to a user-supplied computer or Bluetooth device Caution: Verifying the Cellular 500W Pit Module operation requires an FC300SR handheld computer or Itron Mobile Radio running FDM v4.0 or higher.
5 Using the Itron Cable Armor This section describes the procedure for installing Itron cable armor in a field installation. The Itron cable armor provides a layer or protection for the module's cable jacket. Itron cable armor is available in five-foot sections. Warning Use caution when you are installing the cable armor. ■ Itron cable armor is stainless steel and may have sharp edges.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 5 Using the Itron Cable Armor 4. Beginning over the installed electrical tape, twist the Itron cable armor onto the pit module cable using a right-handed twist. Important! You must twist—not wrap—the cable armor onto the pit module cable. Wrapping the cable armor can cause the stainless steel jacket to warp. You must begin twisting the cable armor over portion of the cable protected by the electrical tape.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 5 Using the Itron Cable Armor 6. Remove any leftover materials from the customer premises. Discard or recycle leftover materials. 09 March 2021 815-0617-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc.
6 Connecting the Inline Connector Note: If an inline connector is not used or the pit module is already connected to the water meter or register, skip this step. 1. Remove the protective environmental cap from the module connector. Caution: Verify that the connector ends are clean and dry before assembly. If any of the following conditions occur, do not install the modules. – Any of the three pins are damaged or missing. – The O-ring is missing. – The cable is cut or nicked. 2.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 6 Connecting the Inline Connector 4. Install the security seal as shown. Push it until it snaps into place. For future meter or pit module servicing, break the security seal by pulling the seal apart. The original protective connector caps can be reused if kept clean and dry. Install a new security seal after servicing either device. To order replacement security seals, see the Water Products Ordering Guide (PUB-0063-001).
7 Completing Gel-cap Connections Using the Itron Splice Kit Caution: OpenWay Riva module wire terminations must be properly sealed with a non-conductive gel material to prevent water intrusion. Required materials ■ E-9R 3M® gel connector crimping tool (or other 3M approved crimping tool) ■ Itron splice kit (part number OEM-0034-002) 1. Push two wires as far as possible into the connector. Caution: Do not strip insulation from the ends of the wires before inserting them into the connector. 2.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 7 Completing Gel-cap Connections Using the Itron Splice Kit 4. A connector is crimped properly when the top of the movable yellow center (1) is flush with the top of the connector body (2). Warning! Crimping the connector forces some sealant out of connector. The sealant protects the inside of the connector against insects, moisture, and other contaminants. The sealant may cause minor eye and skin irritation. Avoid eye contact.
Cellular 500W Module Pit Installation Guide 7 Completing Gel-cap Connections Using the Itron Splice Kit 6. Insert the connectors and wires into the splice tube until the connectors and wires are completely immersed in the non-conductive gel material. 7. Separate the cable wires to the sides and close the splice tube cover. 8. Remove any leftover materials from the customer premises. 09 March 2021 815-0617-00 REV 000 Itron, Inc.
A Troubleshooting This information is provided to help you troubleshoot issues related to the Cellular 500W pit modules. The following table describes possible issues and provides suggested actions to resolve the issue. 09 March 2021 Issue Action Cannot program the pit module. Check the programming device and software version. Program pit module using the FC300 handheld computer running Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software v4.0 or higher. Cannot read the pit module.
