Installation Guide

Electrostatic Discharge
Warning! Internal circuit components can be sensitive to electrostatic discharge.
Before installation, discharge electrostatic buildup by touching a metal pipe or other
earth-grounded metal object prior to touching the meter body, register housing, or
Itron device.
Electrostatic Ignition Hazard
Warning! Verify the area is not hazardous when installing, servicing, cleaning, or
touching the Itron device.
Device Cleaning
Warning! Clean only with a damp cloth.
Do Not Drop
Warning! While Itron modules are designed to withstand a drop, dropping the
module may damage the device and void the warranty.
Product Notification
Warning! These instructions are not intended to replace any utility or company-
established meter installation procedures. These instructions are provided for
additional information when the OpenWay Riva Intelis Gas Meter is installed. The
meter installation must comply with all country, state, and local building and safety
regulations as well as federal regulations including Section 192.353 of Title 49 of the
Code of Federal Regulations. Two pertinent paragraphs of the code are:
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Each meter and service regulator, whether inside or outside of a building must be in a readily
accessible location and be protected from corrosion and other damage.
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Each meter installed within a building must be located in a ventilated place and not less than
3 feet from any source of ignition or any source of heat which might damage the meter.
The Intelis Gas Meter is rated for the following operating and storage temperature ranges. Use
of the meter outside of the listed temperature ranges is not recommended.
Operating ranges:
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OpenWay Riva Gas Disconnect Installation Guide 1 Important Safety and Compliance Information