E-Cod ARB UTILITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS WATER | ELECTRIC | GAS R450 WALL AND PIT USER'S MANUAL R450 Wall and Pit User's Manual
ARB UTILITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS WATER | ELECTRIC | GAS R450 Wall and Pit User’s Manual
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Industry Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Cet appareillage numérique de la classe B répond à toutes les exigences de l'interférence canadienne causant des règlements d'équipement.
Contents 1 Product Description Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 R450 MIU Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 RF Protocol Error Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Low Battery RF Emissions .
Contents Glossary Index vi R450 Wall and Pit User’s Manual
Figures Figure 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Title Page Wall MIU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Pit MIU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Pit MIU Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Tables Table 1 2 3 4 Title Page Recommended Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Recommended Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 MIU Color Code for Wires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 Product Description This section provides a general description of the R450 Meter Interface Unit (subsequently referred to as R450 MIU or MIU). The R450 MIU by Neptune is a compact electronic device that collects meter reading data from an encoder register. It then transmits the data for collection. The R450 MIU is easily installed and requires an Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license to operate.
2 Specifications This section provides you with the specifications for the R450 MIU.
Specifications Specifications - R450 Pit MIU Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature -22° to 149°F (-30° to 65°C) Storage Temperature -40° to 158°F (-40° to 70°C) Operating Humidity 0 to 95% Condensing Functional Specifications Register Reading 8 digits MIU ID 9 digits Dimensions and Weight Dimensions Refer to Figure 3 Weight 1.0 lbs.
Specifications Specifications - R450 Wall MIU Environmental Conditions Operating Temperature -22° to 149°F (-30° to 65°C) Storage Temperature -40° to 158°F (-40° to 70°C) Operating Humidity 0 to 95% Condensing Functional Specifications Register Reading 8 digits MIU ID 9 digits Dimensions and Weight Dimensions Refer to Figure 4 Weight 1.0 lbs.
3 General Installation Guidelines This section describes tools, materials, and general installation information for the R450 MIU. Tools and Materials Tables 1 and 2 show the recommended tools and materials you may need to successfully install the R450 MIU or to replace the MIU’s internal battery. Some items may not apply to your specific installation or the list may not contain all required tools or materials.
General Installation Guidelines Table 2 Recommended Materials Item Description/Recommendation Use Scotchloks Part #: 8138-125 Splicing replacement battery wire and connecting Wall MIU or replacement Pit MIU to encoder register Site Work Order Documentation provided by your utility Receiving and recording information about the work site Safety and Preliminary Checks Observe the following safety and preliminary checks before and during each installation: • Verify that you are at the location specif
General Installation Guidelines If connecting the MIU to a new ProRead (ARB VI) encoder register, or if a threeconductor cable is already connected to a ProRead (ARB VI) encoder register, ensure that the ProRead (ARB VI) register is programed for three-wire mode using the ProRead (ARB VI) programmer and its RF/MIU 6, 8, or 10ID TDI format. This can be accomplished through the ProRead (ARB VI) receptacle before removing the receptacle.
General Installation Guidelines 7 Thread the cable around the strain relief posts of the encoder (Figure 6). Figure 6 Cable Threaded Around Strain Relief Posts 8 Apply sealant liberally and ensure that it encapsulates the terminal screws and exposed wires. (See Figure 7). Neptune requires Novaguard G661 sealant or Dow Corning compound 4. Figure 7 Application of the Sealant Any leak point can cause a reading failure in a submerged meter setting.
General Installation Guidelines 9 Snap the cover onto the encoder register (Figure 8). Figure 8 Covering the Terminal Screws 10 Run the cable to the MIU, fastening it securely as necessary. Do not exceed maximum cable lengths as defined in Table 4. 11 12 R450 Wall and Pit MIU User’s Manual If encoder register is pre-wired and potted, use Scotchloks for connecting register to MIU. Proceed to the section specified for either Pit or Wall installation.
4 Replacing the MIU Battery (Wall and Pit) Follow these steps to change-out the pit R450 MIU’s internal battery: Removing the Battery 1 Slowly remove the pit lid. Because the MIU is connected to both the antenna in the pit lid and the meter in the pit base, take care not to strain the cable when removing the lid. 2 Remove the transmitter cover by removing the two Phillips head crews located inside the back cavity of the main housing. (See Figure 9.) 3 Lift the transmitter cover from the MIU.
Replacing the MIU Battery (Wall and Pit) Cutting and Splicing the Battery Wires 1 As close to the battery casing as possible, cut the battery connection wires one at a time. See Figure 11. 2 Insert battery wire left in MIU ensuring insulation has not been compromised. Figure 11 Cutting the Battery Connection Cutting the battery connection wires one at a time prevents shorting.
Replacing the MIU Battery (Wall and Pit) 5 Snap the battery casing into the receiving clips on the main housing. See Figure 14. 6 Reactivate the MIU as shown. Figure 14 Returning Spliced Battery to Main Housing Replacing the Transmitter Cover 1 Secure the transmitter cover using the two Phillips head screws, until the cover is snug and fully seated. Be careful not to pinch the battery wires between the cover and the housing. 2 12 Replace the pit lid.
Replacing the MIU Battery (Wall and Pit) Replacement Parts Table 4 lists the available replacement parts for the R450 MIU. Table 4 Available Replacement Parts Part Name Part Number Solid 3 conductor wire, 22 awg (1000 ft.) 6431-352 Dow Corning #4 compound (5.
Replacing the MIU Battery (Wall and Pit) Notes: 14 R450 Wall and Pit MIU User’s Manual
Glossary antenna (pit) The MIU antenna used for pit installations. conical-shaped gasket The cone-shaped rubber gasket on antenna cable used to seal cable at top of connector housing. connector housing The black plastic 1/4-turn connector used to waterproof antenna cable connection to pit MIU. connector nut The black plastic nut used to depress conical-shaped gasket and seal antenna cable at the top of connector housing. flat washer The washer used to seal cable connector housing to pit MIU.
Glossary G-2 terminal screw cover The plastic cover on the encoder register that protects the terminal screws and exposed wires. terminal screws The screws on the encoder register face that are used to connect and anchor the three (3) conductor wire to the register. transmission time The time between MIU transmissions. The default is approximately fourteen (14) seconds. Custom time is not available.
Index Numerics 3-conductor 13 3-conductor wire 7 3-wire mode 6, 7 A interface 2 maximum cable length 2 Environmental conditions 3, 4 F Functional specifications antenna care 10 part # 13 3, 4 G gel caps 11 B I Battery replace 10 battery assembly 13 casing 11, 12 compartment 10 connection 11 internal 5, 10 low, RF emission 1 main housing 12 new 11 remove 10 remove casing 10 replacing 10 wires 11 Installation preliminary checks 6 safety 6 Installing encoder register 7 preparing for 6 insulation wire
Index Replacement parts 13 part numbers 13 Replacing 10 replacing the battery 10 RF frequency control 1 low battery emissions protocol 1 Transmitter specifications U units multiple IDs ScotchLox 11 serial numbers 1 Specifications dimensions 3, 4 electrical 2 encoder register interface 2 environmental conditions 3, functional 3, 4 weight 3, 4 splice wires 11 storage temperature 3, 4 strain relief posts 8 stripper, wire 5 temperature, storage I-2 1 1 W S T 2 4 weight 3, 4 wire stripper 5 wires 3
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