OpenWay® Riva 500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount TDC-1671-005 INSTALLATION GUIDE
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount 500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount 25 July 2019 TDC-1671-005 Copyright © 2019 Itron, Inc. All rights reserved. Confidentiality Notice Confidential Information of Itron®, Inc., provided under nondisclosure obligations.
Table of Contents T a b le o fCo n te n ts 1 3 Important Safety and Compliance Information 6 U.S. and Canadian Patent Numbers 6 U.S.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount 3 4 Table of Contents Related Documents 15 Installation Requirements 16 Programming 19 Standard Configuration 19 Programming the Direct Mount Module 20 Itron Programs and Software Variables 20 Field Deployment Manager (FDM) 20 Mercury X-Blank options 22 Check Endpoint functions 23 Field Collection System (FCS) (Mobile Mode only) 23 OpenWay Operation Center (OWOC) 23 Itron Enterprise Edition (IEE) Meter Data Management 23 Specific
00G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Table of Contents Residential Module Mechanical Installation 82 Commercial Module Mechanical Installation 83 Programming and Requirements notes 83 Sensus Meter Installation 84 Installation Overview 89 Residential Meter Mechanical Installation 90 Commercial Meter Mechanical Installation 95 Programming and Requirements Notes 25 July 2019 TDC-1671-005 102 5
1 Important Safety and Compliance Information This section provides important information for your safety and product compliance. U.S. and Canadian Patent Numbers U.S. Patent Numbers ■ 4,614,945 ■ 4,753,169 ■ 4,768,903 ■ 4,799,059 ■ 4,867,700 Canadian Patent Numbers ■ 1,254,949 ■ 1,267,936 ■ 1,282,118 USA, FCC Part 15 Spectrum Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 1 Important Safety and Compliance Information instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 1 Important Safety and Compliance Information RF Exposure (FCC/ISED) This equipment complies with radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 1 Important Safety and Compliance Information Equipment Repairs 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. Unauthorized service personnel might also be subject to shock hazard on some Itron equipment if removal of protective covers is attempted. Intrinsic Safety Warning! Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module 2 About the OpenWay® Riva 500G ERT® Module Itron direct mount 500G ERT modules are radio-frequency gas modules (RF) featuring IPv6 open standards. The 500G ERT modules are designed to be read under Itron’s multi-purpose OpenWay Riva Network Mode or by legacy ChoiceConnect handheld, mobile and fixed network readers.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module (Optional) Hard to Read Mode The 500G ERT module transmits a high-powered RF message every 30 seconds. Output power in this mode is 250 milliwatts or +24dBm. In Hard to Read Mode, the expected battery life decreases to 15 years in this mode. The hard to read mobile mode should only be used for exceptionally hard-to-read applications (such as meters installed on rooftops or in sub-basements).
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module The 500G ERT module supports local data auditing of installation programming. Local auditing features the listed characteristics. ■ Supports writing data (in both manufacturing and by FDM) to the module to support future installation programming auditing. ■ Reading the auditing data is supported locally.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module Important! Modules ordered pre-programmed with security injected and specified as Zero Touch Deployment require that the installer rotates the wriggler five (5) times to activate the module to join the network, if the module is installed in a location with little or no gas flow.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module Functional specifications Description Product identification Numeric and bar coded module type and serial number Construction materials Gray polycarbonate housing and back plate with encapsulated electronics Operational Specifications Operational specifications Description Operating temperatures -40° to 158° F (-40° to +70° C) Operating humidity 5 to 95 percent relative humidity Data integrity V
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module Firmware part Global soft- FDM Check Over-the-air number ware release Endpoint firm- firmware part (GSR) version ware version number 4.5 2.2.6 N/A Direct Mount: FMW-7002-012 Firmware Functionality ■ GSR 4.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module Document title Document part number OpenWay Riva 500G Gas ERT Module Specification Sheet 101510SP-0X Field Deployment Manager Tools Application Guide TDC-1713-XXX Field Deployment Manager Tools Configuration Guide TDC-1711-XXX Field Deployment Manager Field Representative's Guide TDC-1714-XXX Note: The last three digits of the user and installation guides represent the document's revision level.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module Replacement screws Meter To mount the Itron part To mount the Itron part 500G ERT number index on the number module on 500G ERT the meter: module housing: National/Lancaster 10 - 24 x 3/4" Phillips, flathead, stainless steel SCR-0014004 10 - 24 x 3/8" thread-forming, Phillips panhead to mount indexes with legs 6 - 19 x 3/8" threadforming, Phillips, Fillister head to mount indexes with screw h
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Commercial meter Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module To mount the Itron part To mount the Itron part 500G commercial number index (and index number ERT on the assembly, if meter: applicable) on the 500G commercial ERT housing: Itron Index mounting screws direct read index 090071 010040-002 dial index 25 July 2019 TDC-1671-005 18
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 3 OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module Programming 3 Programming Caution: You must program the 500G ERT module before use. Programming Itron ERT modules requires an understanding of: ■ Your meter's drive rate and the number of dials ■ ■ The drive rate and number of dials is important for programming the module to count correctly and roll over to zero at the correct time.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 3 OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module Programming ■ Five firmware downloads over the life of the ERT module ■ Network management and security overhead set to default timing ■ RF at capacity (2,000 maximum per cell) ■ Average of one two-way command/response per week Programming the Direct Mount Module Program the meter drive rate into the ERT module using a compatible programming device. 1.
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500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 3 OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module Programming Programming example Endpoint programmed for 6 dial, 1000 cubic feet CCF. 1. Enter the initial index read. For this example, the initial read is 123456 where 6 = 600 cubic feet. After the initial programming, an endpoint read will result in a reading of 1234560 where the least significant digit is in 10's of cubic feet.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 3 OpenWay Riva 500G ERT Module Programming Check Endpoint functions The FDM Check Endpoint function triggers users to input the number of dials and drive rate if a Check Endpoint is requested for an endpoint programmed for 5, 6, or 7-dial meter configurations.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation This chapter provides 500G ERT module installation instructions for the compatible meter types. See each section for a listing of those meters.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter model Meter notes Itron part number Gas module notes ERG7000-001 W75AL Aluminum case AC-175 Aluminum case AL-175 Aluminum case ALC-175 Aluminum case AT-175 Aluminum case AT-210 Aluminum case AL-225, Canada only Aluminum case 5B-225 Aluminum case Must cut 1/16" off the end of the module wriggler drive post which will make the module incompatible with other 2-ft. drive meters.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter model Meter notes AR-250 Aluminum case Itron part number Gas module notes ERG7000-001 AT-250 Aluminum case AL-310 Aluminum case AL-350 Aluminum case AL-425 Aluminum case AC-630 Aluminum case AC-800 Aluminum case ERG7000-007 AL800 Top mount index AL1000 Top mount index AL1400 Top mount index AL2300 Top mount index AL3000 Top mount index AL5000 Top mount index 35B Iron case 60B Iron case 80B Ir
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter model Rotary RPM series (no pulser, no instrument drive) Meter notes Itron part number Use Elster American kit numbers 93179K002, 003, 004, or 005 to attach a residential 500G ERT module. Purchase the kit from Elster American.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Mechanical Installation 1. Remove the four index cover screws and the index cover from the Elster American residential meter. Alternate screw removal following the numbered pattern in the photo. 2. Examine the mounting screws. If they are 5/8-inch long and not corroded, keep them to install the module assembly to the meter. If the screws are not the correct length or if the screws are corroded, discard.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 6. Separate the module housing from the cover by pulling the cover straight out from the housing. 7. Set the module clear cover aside where it will not be damaged or fill with rain, dirt, or snow. You will use the cover later in this installation procedure.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 8. Using the original index mounting screw or a replacement screw, if necessary, place one 8 - 32 3/16-inch screw into one of the index's mounting screw holes. 9. Attach the screw to the module housing's index mounting post just enough to hold the screw and the end of the index in place. 10. Screw one 8 - 32 x 3/16-inch screw into the other index mounting post loosely—one or two turns.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 14. Slide the module cover over the index and housing. Verify the cover is installed correctly. The 500G ERT module label should be clearly visible and easily read. 15. Program the module. See Programming on page 19. After successful programming, attach the 500G ERT module assembly to the Elster American meter.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 17. Carefully align the 500G ERT module's four screw holes with the holes on the meter. Attach the assembly using the original mounting screws if they are the correct size and are not corroded (1/4 - 20 x 5/8-inch screws.) If you discarded the original screws, use the correct replacement screws. Tighten the screws in the order shown in the illustration in Step 1.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Commercial Module Mechanical Installation This section provides instructions to install the commercial 500G ERT Module Elster American/Itron module on Elster American commercial meters. Warning: Handle the commercial 500G ERT module carefully so the metal passive radiator antenna is not damaged.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Note: It may not be necessary to dismantle your commercial index assembly (index and cover). These instructions do not include index/cover assembly for those applications. Some diaphragm commercial meters do not require an index assembly mounting plate. Indexes can be mounted directly to the module. Commercial modules mount on Elster American meters in various configurations.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 4. Remove the mounting plate screws and separate the mounting plate from the meter. Place the mounting plate where it will not be damaged. You may use it later in this installation. 5. Program the commercial 500G ERT module. For programming instructions, see Programming the Direct Mount Module on page 20. After the commercial module is successfully programmed, attach it to the commercial meter. 6.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 8. Verify that the bottom of the 500G ERT module and the top of the meter meet. The 500G ERT module housing should rest on top of the meter without gaps. Warning: Do not press down on the 500G ERT module if a gap exists between the 500G ERT module and the meter. A gap may be caused by misalignment of the 500G ERT module wriggler and meter's drive post.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 13. Place the index and cover assembly on the index mounting plate. (The index must face the direction it faced before removal.) Attach the index/cover assembly on the mounting plate using original 1/2-inch index screws. a. Insert one screw and tighten two turns to hold it in place on the mounting plate. b. Insert the second mounting screw and tighten until secure. c.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Commercial Module Programming Notes Take note of the index drive rate shown on the index. The 500G ERT module is programmed based on the drive rate. Elster American commercial meter index drive rates may be 5-, 10- or 100 cubic feet. The index shown has a 10-cubic foot drive rate.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Meter model Series B3 8C-56M CTR 8C-16M TC (No pulser, no instrument drive) Series A (LMMA) 1.5M-5M CTR (No pulser, no instrument drive) Series A (LMMA) 7M-16M CTR (No pulser,no instrument drive) 25 July 2019 Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter notes To attach an Elster American residential module, install GE Dresser's Elster American AMR adapter kit, p/n 059599-000. Purchase AMR adapter from GE Dresser.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Meter model Series A (LMMA) 1.5M-5M TC (No pulser, no instrument drive) Series Z 5C/8C15 Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter notes Module type Itron part ERT mod- number ule notes To attach an Elster American residential module, install GE Dresser's Elster American AMR adapter kit, p/n 058224-641. Purchase AMR adapter from GE Dresser.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Installation Overview 500G ERT module configuration with the meter is dependent on your system application. See the GE Oil and Gas meter configuration information. Installing the 500G direct mount ERT module to a GE Oil and Gas product involves four tasks. 1. Removing the index cover and preparing the meter for installation.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation GE Dresser LMMA TC GE Dresser 8C15 Connecting the commercial module to the meter may require the following materials: ■ One index mounting plate (if applicable) ■ Gasket and drive cover kit (if applicable) ■ An Elster American Meter or Sensus commercial ERT module ■ A flat, slot-drive screwdriver Note: A cover is installed on the commercial 500G ERT module mounted to a GE Dresser meter with S3A LM
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 1. The 500G ERT module must be mounted on the adapter plate in an upright position. Align the module wriggler with the opening between the tabs of the adapter's drive dog. ■ Insert one module mounting screw and tighten enough to hold the module. Do not completely tighten the screw. ■ Insert the second mounting screw and tighten it two turns. ■ Insert the third mounting screw and tighten it two turns.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Warning! Handle the commercial ERT module carefully so the metal passive radiator antenna is not damaged. 1. Locate the INSTRUMENT FACE stamp (1) and position the meter with the drive dog (2) centered (as shown). 2. Locate the INLET (1) stamp on the ERT and position the ERT as shown in the following illustration. Verify that the commercial 500G ERT module wriggler (3) and drive dog shaft (2) are aligned.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 5. Install the four ERT module mounting screws (supplied with the commercial ERT). Tighten mounting screws in an alternating, diagonal pattern. Tighten each ERT module mounting screw evenly. ■ Turn each screw 1/4 to 1/2 turn after it contacts the cover. ■ Torque to 20 to 25 inch-pounds. 6. Insert new utility-approved wire seals and crimp (if required).
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 8C-11M 16M 16M-56M 1.5-11M 16M-102M 10 100 Index style Meter size B3 CTR index 10 100 B3 TC index (Meter built 1/1999 and beyond) 10 100 B3 TC index (Meter built prior to 1/1999 50 500 LMMA CTR index LMMA TC or Series 3 CTR/TC index 100 10 Programming Notes for Commercial Direct Mount ERT Modules The 500G ERT module is programmed based on the meter's drive rate.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Residential Itron 500G ERT module 25 July 2019 Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Commercial Elster American/Itron 500G ERT module TDC-1671-005 47
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Meter model Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter notes Module Itron type module ERT module notes part number 3-hole index cover 2-hole index cover 500G ERG7000005 175 175 combination 3-hole index cover integrated regulator 2-hole index cover 25 July 2019 175WC 3-hole index cover 210 Slant-face meter 240 Slant-face meter 240 2-hole index cover 240 combination Integrated regulator 250 Slant-face TDC-1671-005 48
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Meter model Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter notes Module Itron type module ERT module notes part number Slant-face I-250 250WC Integrated regulator 305 combination Integrated regulator 400 Slant-face meter Slant-face meter 400A 25 July 2019 TDC-1671-005 49
0G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Meter model Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter notes Module Itron type module ERT module notes part number Slant-face 500G ERG7000005 A longer mounting screw is required when retrofitting to METRIS meters. Longer mounting screw is Itron p/n 010626-002. 500G ERG7000005 Installation requires Itron 1A adapter kit part number CFG0015-001. Purchase from Itron.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Meter model Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter notes Module Itron type module ERT module notes part number Top-mount index 500G ERG7000007 Flat-face meter regulator on back of meter 500G ERG7000009 Requires Itron (Actaris) adapter part number 80005901001. Purchase from Itron. 675A 800A 1000A 175RM Installation Overview Installing the direct mount 500G ERT module on an Itron meter involves four tasks. 1.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation ■ (Optional) meter seals, wire seal, and seal press ■ 11/32-inch nut driver or other blunt tool ■ Replacement screws (for replacement screw information, see Installation Requirements on page 16) Note: 500G ERT module installation on a flat-faced Sprague meter requires the Itron adapter plate kit (CFG-0015-001).
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Optional commercial module installation materials Itron part number (available from Itron) Commercial index 25 July 2019 Various Itron adapter kit materials (part number 80005901- Itron part number (kit com- 001) ponent) Adapter plate 550418-001 500G ERT module mounting screws (4) 550416 Adapter plate mounting screws (2) 550622 Screw bushings (4) 550420 Tamper seals 017167 TDC-1671-005
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Itron adapter kit materials (part number 80005901- Itron part number (kit com- 001) ponent) Extension driver 550417 500G ERT module configuration with the meter is dependent on your system application. Itron Residential Meter Mechanical Installation This section describes installation on Itron residential meters. 1. Remove the index cover screws and the index cover from the Itron meter.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 3. Remove the old gasket, gasket residue, and dirt from the meter (if applicable). The meter face must be free of gasket residue or dirt before you install the 500G ERT module. 4. Separate the 500G ERT module housing from the cover by pulling the cover straight out from the housing. Set the 500G ERT module cover aside for use later in this installation procedure. 5.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 7. Verify that the module's shaft drive post makes positive engagement with the index wriggler. Warning: Indexes have varying drive mechanism styles. Failure to align the 500G ERT module shaft with the index drive post can cause binding and lead to poor registration or meter failure.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Warning: Failure to correctly align the meter drive post and 500G ERT module wriggler can cause binding and lead to poor registration or meter failure. If there is a gap between the 500G ERT module gasket and the meter, it may be that the wriggler of the 500G ERT module is dead-headed against the meter drive dog as shown in the following illustration.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 14. Slightly raise the left side of the 500G ERT module (the module will rotate on the right screw) until the left 500G ERT module mounting hole is approximately 1/4-inch above the left meter mounting hole. 15. Rotate the 500G ERT module down until the module mounting hole is approximately 1/4-inch below the meter hole. 16. Rotate the 500G ERT module up to align the left mounting holes.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Important: The following conditions ensure proper engagement of the 500G ERT module to the meter. Meter manufacturers: torque the mounting screws 15 to 20 inch-pounds. ■ The 500G ERT module fits flush against the meter body there are no gaps between the 500G ERT module gasket and the meter body. ■ The 500G ERT module mounting holes align with the index cover mounting holes on the meter body.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 3. Attach the adapter plate to the meter with the gasket against the meter face. Secure the plate to the meter with the two adapter plate mounting screws. Tighten the screws in an alternating pattern. a. Insert the right adapter plate screw and tighten the screw enough to hold it in place. b. Install the left mounting screw and tighten to a snug fit. c.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 3. Remove the old gasket, gasket residue, and dirt from the meter (if applicable). The meter face must be free of gasket residue and dirt before you install the 500G ERT module. 4. Separate the 500G ERT module housing from the cover by pulling the cover straight out from the housing. Set the module cover aside for use later in this installation procedure. 5.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 7. Carefully slide the index onto the mounting screws. Verify that the module's drive post makes positive engagement with the index wriggler. Tighten the index mounting screws. 8. Program the Itron 175RM meter before you install the assembly to the meter. 9. Slide the 500G ERT module cover over the index and housing. Verify that the cover is installed correctly.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 12. Place a new tamper seal over the two screws in the tamper seal cups. Press the new tamper seals into place using an 11/32-inch nut driver or similar blunt tool. 13. Complete any necessary paperwork and properly dispose excess installation materials and scrap from the customer premises. 500G ERT Module installation on the Sprague 175RM meter is complete.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 3. Pry the broken security seal out of the index screw mounting cup. Be careful not to damage the index cover. Remove the second security seal. 4. Remove the index cover mounting screws with the slotted screwdriver. 5. The index cover has either a room temperature vulcanizing (RTV) or cork gasket.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Completing the installation Install the dial index on the index bracket 1. If the original dial index mounting screws cannot be reused, remove them from the index mounting bracket and recycle or discard. 2. Insert the dial index mounting screws (part number 010040) in the index mounting bracket. Tighten the index mounting screws just enough to secure them in the index mounting bracket. 3.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 8. Insert the odometer index mounting screws through the index mounting hole and into the mounting bracket. 9. Tighten the index mounting screws in an alternating pattern. Torque the index mounting screws to 3 to 6 inch-pounds. Note: You must program the commercial module before installation on the Itron commercial meter. For programming information, see Programming the Direct Mount Module on page 20. 10.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 13. Align the INLET lettering on the commercial module with the INLET lettering on the meter. 14. Slowly lower the module onto the Itron commercial meter. Carefully align the meter drive dog and commercial 500G ERT module wriggler. The module housing should rest on the top of the meter without gaps. Warning: Do not press down on the module if a gap exists between the module and the meter.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 17. Place the extension driver on the commercial module wriggler. Apply a little pressure to ensure that the extension driver seats securely on the commercial module wriggler. 18. Place the Itron adapter plate on the commercial 500G ERT module with the two small screw holes in the adapter plate to the back of the meter. The front of the adapter plate must align with the front of the meter (1).
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 21. Secure with the four mounting screws from the adapter kit. Tighten the mounting screws in a diagonal alternating pattern. Tighten each index mounting screw evenly. If you have access to a torquedriver, tighten mounting screws 20 to 25-inch pounds 22. Insert tamper seals in the tamper seal cups on the index cover and press into place with an 11/32 nut driver or similar blunt tool.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Programming and Requirements Notes The ERT module is programmed based on the meter's drive rate. Take note of the index drive rate shown on the drive dial on the index. The ERT module is programmed based on the drive rate. Residential Meter Drive Rates Itron residential meter index drive rates are typically 2-cubic feet. Sprague 175-RM meter index drive rates are typically 2-cubic feet.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 1. Typically, brass meter tags have mounting (screw/rivet) holes on each end of the tag. Secure the brass meter tag using one of the three Itron-approved methods. Methods 1 and 2 2. Carefully remove the brass meter tag from the meter index cover. Try not to damage the meter tag mounting holes. 3. Attach the 500G ERT module assembly to the meter.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 4. Attach the meter tag to the meter mounting hole. Note: If the brass meter tag will be secured to the meter using the meter index cover mounting hole, it must be attached during the installation procedure. Caution: A protruding brass meter tag can present a safety concern, particularly if the tag is damaged with sharp edges protruding from the meter.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Meter model Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter Module Itron notes type module Gas module notes part number National meter indexes with bow-tie shaped wrigglers cannot be used. 500G ERG7000006 Actaris/Schlumberger/Sprague direct read (odometer) indexes cannot be used. 175 U175 and UL175 250 Installation Overview Installing the 500G direct mount ERT module to a National (Lancaster) product involves four tasks. 1.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation ■ 11/32-inch nut driver or other blunt tool ■ Replacement screws (for replacement screw information, see Installation Requirements on page 16. 500G module configuration with the meter is dependent on your system application. Mechanical Installation This section describes the mechanical installation of the National meter and the 500G ERT module. 1. Remove any tamper seals from the index cover screws.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 7. Separate the module housing from the cover by pulling the cover straight out from the housing. 8. Set the ERT cover aside where it will not be damaged or fill with rain, dirt, or snow. You will use the cover later in this installation procedure. Caution: Use only dial-type indexes from National, Actaris, Schlumberger, or Sprague meters with the ERT module.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Some National meter indexes have index legs to mount the index on the meter or ERT. Some indexes have both legs and index mounting holes and some have just mounting holes. Mounting methods are dependent on the index. Index types require different mounting screws to attach the index to the ERT module housing. Indexes with legs must be mounted to the ERT housing mounting posts (1).
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 13. Carefully slide the index drive post into the ERT shaft slot. Verify positive engagement of the index wriggler to the ERT shaft. (The following illustrations show index to shaft placement with positive engagement.) Warning: Verify that the index drive slot engages with the ERT module shaft.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 17. Align the black wriggler (1) so one of its four drive fins lines up with the meter's drive dog (2). 18. Carefully place the ERT module on the meter. Warning: Failure to correctly align the meter drive post and ERT module wriggler can cause binding and lead to poor registration or meter failure.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 22. Rotate the ERT up to align the left mounting holes. Raising and lowering the ERT module on the meter drive post facilitates the proper positioning and engagement of ERT module wriggler with the meter drive post. 23. Insert the left mounting screw and tighten a few turns. 24. Tighten the right and left ERT-to-meter mounting screws in an alternating pattern. Tighten each mounting screw evenly.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Programming and Requirements Notes Take note of the index drive rate shown on a top right dial on the index. The endpoint is programmed based on the drive rate. National/Lancaster meter index drive rates are typically 2cubic feet. Romet Commercial Rotary Meter Installation This section provides the instructions to install the 500G ERT module on the listed compatible Romet RM commercial rotary meters.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Meter model RM Series Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter notes Module type Must purchase adapter kit from Romet No pulse/no instrument drive Itron part num- ERT module ber notes 500G ERG-7000-001 500G ERG-7000-005 RM Series instrument drive Installation Overview Installing the 500G direct mount ERT module to a Romet meter involves four tasks. 1. Removing the index cover and preparing the meter for installation.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Residential Module Mechanical Installation After the 500G ERT module is programmed, attach the module to the Romet rotary meter. For programming information, see Programming on page 19. Refer to the Rotary RM2000 installation example in the list of compatible meters. The ERT module must be mounted on the adapter plate in an upright position. 1. Assemble the O-Ring (4) on the meter drive dog. 2.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Commercial Module Mechanical Installation 1. Mount the adapter plate over the meter drive dog and to the Romet rotary meter using the lock washers and the socket head cap screws. 2. Tighten the adapter plate mounting screws in an alternating pattern. 3. Align the ERT module wriggler with the meter drive dog. Verify that the drive dog aligns with the space between the wriggler's teeth.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 3. Mount the adapter plate (10) over the meter drive dog and to the Romet rotary meter using the lock washers (8, 9) and the socket head cap screws (2, 3). 4. Tighten the adapter plate mounting screws in an alternating pattern. 5. Align the ERT module wriggler with the meter drive dog (5). Ensure that the drive dog aligns with the space between the wriggler's teeth.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Sensus 11-tooth Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Sensus 16-tooth Sensus 18-tooth The listed Sensus meters are compatible with the Gas Modules.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount 25 July 2019 Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter model Meter notes Itron part number Gas module notes S-110 11-tooth ERG-7000-002 24 and 30-tooth gears are not compatible TDC-1671-005 86
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Meter model Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter notes Itron part number Gas module notes T-110 S-120 T-120 R-175 R-200 RT-200 S-200 RC-225 RT-225 RC-230 RT-230 250 Cubix250 MR-7 (Cubix250 Metric) R-275 RT-275 S-275 310 R-315 25 July 2019 TDC-1671-005 87
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Meter model RCM-230 (RC-230 Metric) Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter notes Itron part number Gas module notes 16-tooth ERG-7000-003 24 and 30-tooth gears are not compatible 18-tooth ERG-7000-004 24 and 30-tooth gears are not compatible 18-tooth. Older meters may have 500G ERT module to meter mounting hole variations that make them incompatible.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Meter model Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Meter notes Itron part number Gas module notes Aluminum box direct reading (VDR) index ERG-7000-008 Requires Itron mounting screws, part number SCR-0062-001. Must purchase separately.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 4. Connecting the ERT module to the meter.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 4. Set the index aside where it will not be damaged or fill with dirt, rain, or snow. You will mount the index on the 500G ERT module later in this procedure. 5. Verify that the index mounting screws not corroded. If the screws are the not corroded, retain for later use. If you discard the original screws, use the correct replacement screws.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 9. After the index drive gear is aligned and inserted into the shaft gear cup, the mounting holes will line up. 10. Using the original index mounting screw or a replacement screw (if necessary), place one 6 - 32 x 5/8-inch screw into the index right mounting screw hole. 11.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 15. After the 500G ERT module programming is complete, attach the module assembly to the Sensus meter. For programming information, see Programming the Direct Mount Module on page 20. 16. Place the 500G ERT module assembly against the front of the meter at angle.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 18. Install the remaining three mounting screws and tighten them as described here and shown in the illustration. ■ Insert lower left mounting screw (2) and tighten to snug position. ■ Tighten upper right mounting screw (1,3) to snug position. ■ Insert upper left mounting screw (4) and tighten to snug position. ■ Insert lower right mounting screw (5) and tighten to snug position.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation This completes installation of the 500G ERT module installation on the Sensus meter. Commercial Meter Mechanical Installation This section provides instructions to install the commercial 500G ERT module on a Sensus commercial meter. Note: Sensus meters are also known as Invensys or Rockwell meters. For these instructions, all meter types are referred to as Sensus meters.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 1. Remove any tamper seals (or wire seals) from the index cover and remove the index cover mounting screws. You will reinstall it later in these instructions. 2. Remove the index screws from the meter. Set the index cover aside where it will not be damaged or fill with dirt, rain or snow. You will re-install the index later in this procedure.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 4. Tilt the commercial 500G ERT module at an angle and turn the wriggler until the drive notches line up with the meter wriggler's drive teeth. Warning: Failure to properly align the 500G ERT module wriggler with the meter drive post can cause binding and lead to poor registration or meter failure. 5. Align the 500G ERT module so the screw holes line up with the meter's top screw holes.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 8. Install the 500G ERT module mounting screws (SCR-0062-003). Turn each screw 1/4 to 1/2 turn after it contacts the index assembly. 9. Install the index cover. ■ For index covers with flat-surface screw holes, use screws (SCR-0062-002), flat washers (WSH0020-005), and cork washers (WSH-0032-001).
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Mechanical Installation on a Rockwell Meter with a VDR Index Installing the commercial Sensus on a Rockwell commercial meter with an aluminum box direct reading (VDR) index requires two Itron SCR-0062-001 mounting screws. The mounting screws must be purchased separately. 1. Remove tamper seals and screws from the top of the aluminum box direct reading index. Set the cover and screws aside.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 3. Carefully remove the aluminum box and set it aside. You will use it later in this installation. Program the commercial module before you complete the installation on the Rockwell meter (for programming information, see Programming the Direct Mount Module on page 20). 4. Using a side-cutter, remove the two rear housing pins from the Sensus commercial 500G ERT module.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation 7. Verify that the bottom of the commercial module and the top of the meter meet. The 500G ERT module housing must rest on top of the meter without gaps. Warning: Do not press down on the 500G ERT module if a gap exists between the 500G ERT module and the meter. A gap may be caused by misalignment of the module's wriggler and meter's drive teeth.
500G ERT® Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount Chapter 4 Specific Meter Manufacturer Installation Programming and Requirements Notes Caution: You must program the 500G ERT Module before use. For programming information, see Programming the Direct Mount Module on page 20. Sensus Residential 500G ERT module Programming The 500G ERT module is programmed based on the meter's drive rate. Take note of the index drive rate shown on a lower dial on the index.
