User Manual

VRT DIRECT GAS-METER TRANSPONDER INSTALLATION CHAPTER 4
Page 16 EnergyAxis Gas Module ― User Guide
Elster Integrated Solutions • Draft A Nov. 2007
• For American Meter Transponders Only: If the American
Meter transponder meets resistance in one direction then
turns 360 degrees the other way before again meeting
resistance, it is not properly mated. Repeat from Step 1.
CAUTION: It is very important that the wriggler on the
transponder is correctly engaged onto the meter. If it is not, it
could produce an erroneous indication during utility leak test
procedures that monitor drive dial (proving dial) movement.
Incorrectly engaged wrigglers could also cause meter damage.
CORRECT EXECUTION OF STEPS 1, 2 and 3 IS CRITICAL.
5. Verify that the gasket material on the index cover is free of rips
or tears.
• If it is not, remove the damaged gasket from the index cover
and replace with a new one.
6. Place the index cover and index cover gasket onto the
transponder/ index assembly.
• Verify the index cover is properly oriented with its vent holes
at the bottom.
• See photos below for orientation cues.
7. Screw the transponder/index/cover assembly to the meter and
tighten bolts to secure assembly to meter.
• Use the appropriate mounting bolts provided.
• Recommended torque range is 16-24 in-lbs.
8. Install the tamper seals into the index cover receptacles.
Type
A
Top edge of lens has
continuous ridges;
bottom has intermittent
ridges. Left flange
contains an “L”
P/N 10001P001
Type R415 & R
Rectangular lens with a
curved top and flat
bottom.
P/N 10001P003
Type S
Angled lens with a single
screw groove at the top
and two screw holes on
the sides.
P/N 10001P002
Top
Bottom
Top
Top
Bottom
Bottom
Type A
Type R415
Type S
Type R