Installation Instructions

MTU Instruction
for Hersey Water Meters
Purpose & Scope
This instruction provides wiring information for use in connecting a STAR MTU to Hersey
water meters (all sizes) equipped with Translator or ER2 registers.
Translator
MTU Cable Hersey Register
Red R (Red)
Black B (Black)
White G (Green)
ER2
MTU Cable ER2 Cable
Red R (Red)
Black B (Black)
White G (Green)
Supplies and Tools Required
See Publication 471-2000, General
Installation and Wiring Guidelines for a
complete list of recommended tools and
supplies for MTU Installation.
Application Notes
• The Hersey Translator Register must
be programmed for 6-digit readings for
proper operation with STAR MTUs.
Installation Procedure
Step 1 - Select a mounting location for
the MTU that will allow optimum signal
transmission, and install any needed
wiring. Be sure to follow all General
Installation and Wiring Guidelines as
outlined in Publication 471-2000.
Step 2 – Select the wiring diagram that
applies to the meter you are connecting
and make the appropriate wiring
connections.
471-2012 - 2/28/2006
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