User's Manual

Installation Manual
OVERVIEW
This manual contains installation instructions for the ORION® Fixed Network - Metal Lid water endpoint.
• Installation of ORION endpoints must comply with all applicable federal, state and local rules, regulations and codes.
• Failure to read and follow these instructions can lead to misapplication or misuse of this product, resulting in
personal injury and damage to equipment.
• Proper performance and reliability of ORION endpoints depend upon installation in accordance with
these instructions.
PRODUCT UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Upon receipt of the product, perform the following unpacking and inspection procedures.
OTE:N 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.
OTE:N If damage is found, request an inspection by the carrier’s agent within 48 hours of delivery and file a claim with the
carrier. A claim for equipment damage in transit is the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
Carefully remove the pre-wired ORION endpoint and encoder assembly or ORION endpoint from the shipping carton and
inspect for damage. Retain the contents of the installation kit for use in mounting the endpoint in the field.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
ORION endpoints comply 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 of the device.
In accordance with FCC Regulations, “Code of Federal Regulations” Title 47, Part 2, Subpart J, Section 1091, transmitters
pass the requirements pertaining to radiation exposure. However, to avoid public exposure in excess of limits for general
population (uncontrolled exposure), a 20 centimeter distance between the transmitter and the body of the user must be
maintained during testing.
No FCC license is required by a utility to operate an ORION meter reading system.
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables
aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas
produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage
est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
MPORTANTI
Transportation: The Federal Aviation Administration prohibits operating endpoints and receivers on all commercial
aircraft. The ORION endpoint is considered an operating transmitter and cannot be shipped by air.
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