User Manual

MINODE–WATER4 Installation Manual
Mueller Systems – Proprietary Page 5
3. Installation
MINODE-WATER4 modules support two mounting options, either mounting to a ½” PVC pipe
for pit set installations or affixed to the side of a building. Pit set installations require no
drilled holes through the lid and are mounted beneath the polymer meter box lid for security
and ease of installation on PVC pipe. Surface mounts are easily accomplished with the
integral mounting brackets and two screws (not included).
3.1 Pit Set Installation
Please note that meters or registers should never be carried while supported only by
the AMR transmitter or wiring.
Tools Required: Length of ½” PVC pipe for pit depth, hammer
1. PVC pipe should be cut to the proper length and installed deep enough in the floor of
each meter box that subsequent flooding will not allow the stake and
MINODE-WATER4 to change position. The MINODE-WATER4 includes
a ½” female PVC pipe fitting for easy pit installation.
2. For maximum radio performance, once installed, the top of the
transmitter should be located approximately ½” inch below the pit
lid in the center of the meter box to maximize RF performance.
3. Once the PVC stake is installed, the MINODE-WATER4 should be
pushed down onto the stake by hand until the interference fit
engages securely, two solid stops are molded into the PVC
Installation Slot in order to prevent the wire from being pinched
when installed.
4. Always mount the MINODE-WATER4 in a vertical orientation, with the antenna
compartment on top and the battery compartment on the bottom.
Never hammer MINODE-WATER4 onto the stake since this may result in damage to
the electronic components inside the unit.
3.2 Exterior Wall Mounting
Please note that meters or registers should never be carried while
supported only by the AMR transmitter or wiring.
Tools Required: 1 – 1 1/2 inch Galvanized, or Stainless Wood or Sheet Metal
Screws (2 per), Phillips Screwdriver
1. The open ended wire from the device permits routing through interior
walls for external wall mounting when required or direct mounting to
exposed floor joists above grade level.
2. MINODE-WATER4 can be directly mounted to almost any flat surface
by using the holes shown and common screws in most instances.
3. Orientation of the device vertically is required to maximize RF
performance.
3.3 Wiring
Tools Required: 3M-2Y connectors, splitting tube, and a 3M Crimping Tool
½” PVC
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Mounting Holes
Installation Slot