Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE List of Figures ..........................2 List of Tables ..........................2 1. Product Description ........................3 1.1 General Description ....................... 3 1.2 Meter Features ........................3 1.3 Meter Certifications ....................... 3 1.4 Physical Description ......................
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE List of Figures Figure 1: Single Mini Meter/EE Module case dimensions ............. 4 Figure 2: Small enclosure outline and mounting dimensions ............5 Figure 3: Mini Meter model number format ................... 6 Figure 4: New enclosure model number format ................
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE 1. Product Description 1.1 General Description The IMS Mini Meter is a self-powered, current transformer (CT) rated electronic kilowatthour (kWh) meter designed for permanent connection to an electrical service. Mini Meters come in single element (2-wire) and dual element (3-wire) configurations. This guide is for use with the single unit outdoor enclosure.
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE Figure 1: Single Mini Meter/EE Module case dimensions 1.4.2 Enclosures Mini Meter and EE Module small enclosures are manufactured by Bud Industries, Inc. (www.budind.com). The outline and mounting drawing for the small enclosure is shown below in Figure 2.
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE Figure 2: Small enclosure outline and mounting dimensions 1.5 Applications • Apartments • Campgrounds • Marinas • Anywhere accurate electric submetering is needed • Mobile Home Parks Integrated Metering Systems, Inc. 1.5 Product Description PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187...
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE 2. Technical Specifications 2.1 Model Number Description 2.1.1 Individual Meter Model Numbers The Mini Meter model number format is shown below and in Figure 3. The breakdown of the model number is as follows: Figure 3: Mini Meter model number format 1.
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE 2.1.2 Meter in Enclosure Model Numbers Enclosure model numbers were recently changed to supply more precise information. The old model number (MMD or MMS – PKG – O) has been replaced with the format shown in Figure 4.
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE 2.2 Electrical Specifications Mini Meters and EE Modules fall under UL Circuit Category III: a device for measurements performed in the building installation. The electrical specifications for Mini Meters are given in the table below. Input Configurations 1 Phase, 2 wire 1 or 2 Phase, 3 wire...
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE 2.3 Input/Output Connections and User Display Figure 5: Mini Meter connections and display Voltage Inputs (wire connections) Description Black wire, voltage input, Line 1, 120V with respect to neutral White wire, Neutral input Red wire, voltage input, Line 2, 120V with respect to neutral (MMD and EED models only)
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE Outputs 10, Isolated Output (10 Wh/P, Kh = 10) Isolated pulse output: 5 watthours on, 5 watthours off, referenced to ISOL COM NOT TO BE USED FOR FIELD WIRING 100, Isolated Output (100 Wh/P, Kh=100) Isolated pulse output: 50 watthours on, 50 watthours off, referenced to ISOL COM 1000, Isolated Output (1 kWh/P, Kh=1000)
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE 3. Installation Instructions The following section contains installation and wiring instructions for the IMS Mini Meter or EE Module in a single meter outdoor enclosure. If technical assistance is required at any point during the installation, contact information can be found at the end of this manual.
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE 3.3 Preparation 1. Verify the model number and electrical specifications of the device being installed to confirm they are appropriate for the intended electrical service (see Section 2). 2. Consult local codes for any possible permits or inspections required before beginning electrical work.
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE • If a suitable mounting location near the load center cannot be found, additional in-line fuses or circuit breaker may be required in accordance with NEC regulations. 3.5.2 Drilling Conduit Holes The bottom panel and lower half of the side panels work best for conduit opening locations in outdoor single meter enclosures.
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE 3.6 Installation of Voltage Lines Check to make sure service is disconnected before any connections are made. 1. Field wired voltage connections are made to the Mini Meter terminal block. The rated torque for these terminal blocks is 4.4 in-lb, and can be used with solid and stranded copper wires, at 12-18 AWG.
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE CT Variations • IMS solid core CTs (Figure 7): In accordance with CT label, the LINE side of CT must face incoming Line. White lead connects to X2 of CT connection (CT1:X2 or CT2:X2).
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Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE Installing split core CTs 1. Route CT secondary wires through conduit if not already done. 2. Trim the wire to the appropriate length to avoid coils of excess wiring. 3. Strip wiring to approximately .300 inches. 4.
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE Figure 9: Mini Meter or EE Module hookup diagram Integrated Metering Systems, Inc. Hookup Diagrams PowerMeterStore 1.800.561.8187 www. Shop for Power Metering products online at:...
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE 3.8 Testing the Installation Testing Voltage The power LED illuminates when the Mini Meter or EE Module has a proper power supply. Voltage should also be tested using an AC Voltmeter to verify that the voltage across voltage line terminals (L1 to Neutral and L2 to Neutral) is not in excess of the maximum rated voltage in section 2.2.
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE 5. Troubleshooting/FAQ Problem Solution 1. Power LED not illuminated • Check to make sure all connections are wired according to section 3.6 • Test the voltage being supplied to the meter using an AC voltmeter •...
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE Q: Why are the current transformers color coded (Black & white, red & white, and blue & white)? A: CT1 needs to monitor the same phase used to power the meter on line 1, CT2 needs to monitor the same phase used to power line 2.
Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE 7. Returned Material Policy After acceptance, all sales of meters are final. IMS, in its sole discretion, authorizes product returns in appropriate circumstances, subject to such conditions as IMS may specify. Any such return is subject to the express prior authorization and approval of IMS.
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Revision 3.0 MINI METER OR EE MODULE OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GUIDE 8. Revision History Revision Date Changes 19 Feb 2009 Initial Release to UL 17 Mar 2009 Revised with changes from UL Added new enclosure model numbers Changes Figure/Table linking Removed transmitter installation Added section 3.9: Securing the Enclosure Changed “NEMA”...
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