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WATER METER MATERIAL & ORDER INFORMATION
Supplier Contact:
National Meter & Automation, Inc.
PO Box 8339
2250 Apollo Way #300
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
Material (Commercial):
1. METER BOX
Commercial: Oldcastle Christy N36 Concrete Meter Box
2. BADGER METER
Residential: Recordall Compound Series Meters
Size: 2", 3", 4", 6"
3. ENCODER
HR‐E High Resolution 8‐Dial Encoder, registered in cubic foot
Note: Two (2) encoders will be required for Compound Meters (a high side & a low side).
Please see table below for model numbers.
Compound Meter Size High Side Model #
2"
3"
4"
6"
4. TRANSPONDER/ENDPOINT
ORION Cellular Endpoint with Nicor Connector
Note: Two (2) endpoints will be required for Compound meters (hi/low).
5. & 6. MOUNTING KITS & LIDS (Two mounting kits, one for each endpoint)
For Meter boxes installed in grass & landscaping or non‐traffic areas
o Through‐the‐Lid Install Kits (64394‐024)
o Concrete Lid: Oldcastle N36RP Concrete Lid marked "Water" w/ probe holes
For Meter boxes that will need a drive‐over lid in traffic areas, i.e. alleys & driveways
o Below‐the‐Lid with Knuckles Install Kits (64394‐003)
o Fiberlyte Lid (FL 36D marked "Water")
(Placed on Short side of meter)
T200
M450
M1000
M2000
Kathy Richards
Phone
707/575‐0700
Fax
707/575‐3786
Toll Free
877/348‐0700
www.nmaai.com
Low Side Model #
(Placed on Taller side of meter)
M25 (or also labeled Low 2,3)
M25 (or also labeled Low 2,3)
M35 (or also labeled Low 4,6)
M35 (or also labeled Low 4,6)
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Summary of Contents for National Meter & Automation T200
- Page 1 1. METER BOX Commercial: Oldcastle Christy N36 Concrete Meter Box 2. BADGER METER Residential: Recordall Compound Series Meters Size: 2”, 3”, 4”, 6” 3. ENCODER HR‐E High Resolution 8‐Dial Encoder, registered in cubic foot Note: Two (2) encoders will be required for Compound Meters (a high side & a low side). Please see table below for model numbers. Compound Meter Size High Side Model # Low Side Model # (Placed on Short side of meter) (Placed on Taller side of meter) 2” T200 M25 (or also labeled Low 2,3) 3” M450 M25 (or also labeled Low 2,3) 4” M1000 M35 (or also labeled Low 4,6) 6” M2000 M35 (or also labeled Low 4,6) 4. TRANSPONDER/ENDPOINT ORION Cellular Endpoint with Nicor Connector Note: Two (2) endpoints will be required for Compound meters (hi/low). ...
- Page 2 Endpoint Installation Guidelines In-line Connectors An in-line connector is an optional feature that allows connectivity to AMR/AMI devices without the need for a field splice kit . When the endpoint and encoder have connectors, join the connector ends as shown in Figure 2 .
- Page 3 Pit Installation PIT INSTALLATION Through-the-Lid Installation Kit The Through the Lid Installation Kit (PNE: 64394-024) is designed for use with a pit lid of one inch maximum thickness and a standard hole diameter of 1-7/8 inches . Top cap 1" Maximum pit lid thickness Lock nut Endpoint tube...
- Page 4 Pit Installation Below-the-Lid with Knuckles Installation Kit For below the lid installations, a special Below-the-Lid with Knuckles Installation Kit (PNE: 64394-003) with mounting bracket (Figure 9) is available . This mounting support bracket is designed for use with a 3/8, 5/8 and 1/2 inch rebar or 1/2 inch schedule 40 PVC pipe .
- Page 5 Recordall® Compound Series Meter Lead-Free Bronze Alloy, Sizes 2", 3", 4" & 6" NSF/ANSI Standards 61 and 372 Certified User Manual RCS-UM-00076-EN-04 (June 2016)
- Page 6 Recordall® Compound Series Meter, Lead-Free Bronze Alloy, Sizes 2", 3", 4" & 6" Page ii RCS-UM-00076-EN-04 June 2016...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
User Manual CONTENTS Scope of This Manual Product Information Product Description Related Literature Safety Information Unpacking and Inspection Installation Preinstallation Considerations Installing the Meter Adapter Spacers Performance Checks Reading the Recordall Registers (and Encoder) Maintenance Accuracy Testing Maintenance Equipment Preventive Maintenance Periodic Inspection Cleaning Servicing Parts and Assemblies... - Page 8 Recordall® Compound Series Meter, Lead-Free Bronze Alloy, Sizes 2", 3", 4" & 6" Page iv RCS-UM-00076-EN-04 June 2016...
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Page 9: Scope Of This Manual
Scope of This Manual SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL This manual contains installation, operation and maintenance procedures for the Badger Meter® Recordall® Compound Series meters with magnetic drives To ensure efficient operation of the meters, read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual Retain the manual in a location where it is readily available PRODUCT INFORMATION Product Description... -
Page 10: Installation
Installation INSTALLATION Procedures for installing Recordall Compound Series meters are essentially the same for all meter sizes Any special instructions required for the installation or connection of accessory devices such as AMR/AMI technologies or strainers is provided in the literature for those devices Figure 1 shows a recommended meter installation By-Pass... -
Page 11: Installing The Meter
Installation ◊ Do not install check valves or pressure reducing devices upstream of the meter ◊ Valves immediately upstream of the meter should only be fully-open gate valves Butterfly valves are acceptable if they are 5 pipe diameters or more upstream from the meter Downstream, fully open gate or butterfly valves can be used ◊... -
Page 12: Adapter Spacers
Installation Adapter Spacers The 2" and 4" Compound Series meters are supplied in 15-1/4" and 20" lay lengths respectively If you have an existing compound meter with a lay length of 17" for the 2" size or 24" for the 4" size, a Flange Adapter Kit is available for each to accommodate the difference Mount the Flange Adapter to the outlet side of the meter Figure 2: 2"... -
Page 13: Performance Checks
Installation Performance Checks Any valves or devices controlling the flow of water through a compound meter must always be opened and closed SLOWLY to prevent shock loads that may damage the meter’s rotor assembly Complete the following checks to ensure that a compound meter is properly installed and operational: •... -
Page 14: Maintenance
Maintenance MAINTENANCE This section is limited to information pertaining to the general maintenance of Badger Meter Recordall Compound Series meters An exploded view of the meter, along with part numbers and descriptions, are provided in the Recordall Compound Series Meters Parts List Accuracy Testing The Compound Series meter can be tested for accuracy with a test meter or a test tank of known volume A test plug is provided on the meter The low flow register is for recording the amount of water passing through the disc, or low flow side... -
Page 15: Periodic Inspection
Maintenance Periodic Inspection • Visually inspect the meter for missing hardware, loose screws, broken or scratched register lenses or any other signs of wear or deterioration • Verify that the meter is operating at the proper flow rate and pressure A loss in pressure, coupled with a decrease in flow rate, may indicate that the screen in the upstream pipeline—or the meter itself—is clogged with foreign material and needs cleaning Cleaning... -
Page 16: Servicing Parts And Assemblies
Servicing Parts and Assemblies SERVICING PARTS AND ASSEMBLIES When the performance of a compound meter indicates a need for servicing, refer to the following instructions pertaining to removal, inspection and installation of service parts and assemblies Also see the Recordall Compound Series Meter Parts List for part numbers of replaceable components and correct ordering information If satisfactory repair cannot be made, contact Badger Meter Removing the High Flow Turbo Meter Head Assembly... - Page 17 Servicing Parts and Assemblies 6" Calibration shaft seal plug O-ring Calibration shaft lock screw Cover plate Calibration shaft Hold down strap Head O-ring Transmission shaft gear Magnet carrier Protection tube Cage insert Calibration linkage Nose cone setscrew Nose cone setscrew Nose cone/straightening vane assembly (2) Transmission shaft...
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Page 18: Removing The Turbo Measuring Element Assembly From The Cover Plate
Servicing Parts and Assemblies Removing the Turbo Measuring Element Assembly from the Cover Plate 1 Remove the O-ring and cage seal 2 Check for damage and clean or replace prior to reassembly 3 To remove the measuring element from the cover, remove the calibration shaft seal plug and the lock screw 4 Place the cover register-side down on a table or flat surface 5 Lightly tap or press the calibration shaft from the wet side out of the bore in the cover (2", 3"... - Page 19 Servicing Parts and Assemblies 3 If a leak exists at this point in the disassembly of the meter, remove the calibration shaft O-ring Before reinserting the O-ring, apply a light coat of silicon grease to it 4 Clean all parts To gain access to the calibration ring, the straightening vane/nose cone must be removed See “Removing the Magnet Carrier/Top Gear Set”...
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Page 20: Inspecting The Rotor And Bearings
Servicing Parts and Assemblies Inspecting the Rotor and Bearings To inspect the rotor, remove the nose cone assembly from the measuring element insert as described in "Removing the Magnet Carrier/Top Gear Set" on page 14 Check the rotor worm and blades for signs of damage and wear Also inspect the bearing bushings in the front and rear shaft If damage or wear has occurred, replace the part (see Figure 12) If water deposits are found, remove any mineral deposits... -
Page 21: Removing The Rear Nose Cone
Servicing Parts and Assemblies 6 Press the nose cone assembly fully into the cage insert and turn it counter-clockwise, catching the calibration linkage in the slot 7 Check to see that the rotor spins freely If it does not, remove the nose cone assembly and repeat the procedure 8 Install and tighten the nose cone assembly setscrew 9 Holding the cover plate in one hand, align the thermoplastic cage bayonet-like tabs with the slots in the cover plate (2", 3"... -
Page 22: Removing The Low Flow Side
Servicing Parts and Assemblies Removing the Low Flow Side A typical installation would be equipped with drain and piping valves To inspect or replace components of the Low Flow side, close the upstream and downstream valves However, if the installation does not have a drain valve, proceed as follows to relieve pressure See Figure 8 on page 12 UPSTREAM AND DOWNSTREAM VALVES MUST BE CLOSED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE METER HEAD FROM... -
Page 23: Servicing The Chamber And Disc
Servicing Parts and Assemblies Servicing the Chamber and Disc 1 Remove the screws holding the bottom plate on the cover assembly 2 Remove the bottom plate 3 Remove the chamber retaining strap 4 Lift out the chamber and disc assembly 5 Inspect the chamber and parts (see Figure 9) for visible signs of wear The thrust roller and dovetail insert should be... -
Page 24: Reinstalling The Cover Assembly
Recordall® Compound Series Meter, Lead-Free Bronze Alloy, Sizes 2", 3", 4" & 6" Reinstalling the Cover Assembly Badger Meter recommends that a new O-ring be used after each teardown and reassembly of the cover assembly To assure a tight seal, make sure the O-ring is positioned correctly on the housing and that the O-ring and cover assembly are clean and free of dirt or residual traces of old O-ring material If necessary, use silicone grease to help retain the O-ring and to serve as a lubricant in reassembling it to the housing Cover bolts should be tightened in a crisscross pattern similar to Turbo head bolts Torque 2"...