Chapter 3 Installing The Intelis Meter; Prior To Start-Up; Start-Up - ITRON OpenWay Intelis Installation Manual

Chapter 3 Installing the Intelis Meter

This section provides the Intelis meter installation information.
Warning: This product, as of the date of its manufacture, is designed and tested to
conform to all governmental or industry safety standards then existing as well as
may apply to the manufacturer. The purchaser and user of this product are warned
that compliance with the manufacturer's instructions and procedures is required in
order to avoid the hazards of leaking gas resulting from improper installation, start-
up, or use of this product, and further, that all fire control, building codes, or other
safety regulations established under public laws which regulate or govern the
application, installation, operation, or general use of this product, should be
complied with. In order to ensure the safe and proper operation of this product, the
manufacturer recommends that a qualified technician install this product.
The Intelis meter must be installed with the inlet to the left, the outlet to the
right, the meter in a horizontal position and with the LCD facing out.

Prior to start-up

Read the meter badge data regarding maximum allowable operating pressure and capacity
flow rate to be sure the meter meets the installation requirements.
Sight across both swivel flanges or test with a suitable bar to determine that they are
nominally in the same plane and will not cause excessive strain on the meter or piping when
the connection nuts are tightened.

Start-up

1. Blowout the service lines before the meter is installed to ensure no dirt, debris, or liquids
of any kind will be carried into the meter when the gas is flowing in the line.
2. Place a new connection washer (gasket) on each swivel pilot.
OpenWay® Riva Intelis Gas Installation Guide TDC-1782-000
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