User's Manual

ORION® SE American® Residential Gas Meter Transmitter
PRODUCT UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Upon receipt of the product, perform the following unpacking and inspection procedures:
NOTE: If damage to the shipping container is evident upon receipt, request the carrier to be present when the product is
unpacked.
Carefully open the shipping package, follow any instructions that may be marked on the exterior. Remove all cushioning
material surrounding the product and carefully lift the product from the package.
Retain the package and all packing material for possible use in reshipment or storage.
Visually inspect the product and applicable accessories for any physical damage such as scratches, loose or broken parts, or
any other sign of damage that may have occurred during shipment.
NOTE: If damage is found, request an inspection by the carrier’s agent within 48 hours of delivery and le a claim with the
carrier.
A claim for equipment damage in transit is the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of this device is subject to the following 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.
No FCC license is required by a utility to operate a Badger® ORION® meter reading system.
Any changes made, but not approved by Badger Meter, can void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION!
In accordance with FCC Regulations, “Code of Federal Regulations” Title 47, Part 2, Subpart J, Section 1091, transmitters pass
the requirements pertaining to RF radiation exposure. However, to avoid public exposure in excess of limits for general
population (uncontrolled exposure), a 12 CM distance between the transmitter and the body of the user must be maintained
during testing.
INSTALLATION TOOLS and MATERIALS
• Use magnetized screwdrivers
• 1/8" flat screwdriver
• ¼” flat screwdriver
• #1 Phillips screwdriver
• Putty knife or flat blade scraper
• Badger handheld or Optical Programming Probe and Laptop computer
Note: If battery powered driver is used, ensure torque maximums are not exceeded (usually 15 in-lb)
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