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Installation and operation guide READy MTU Warning! Read instructions before installation Kamstrup A/S • 55122662_C1_US_06.2020...
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Before field deployment 7.1 Import READy MTU from Kamstrup Encryption Key Service 7.2 Import non-Kamstrup meters and customer information in READy Manager 7.3 Create a group of non-Kamstrup meters for READy MTU installation 7.4 MTU modes and LED blinking scheme Field deployment 8.1 Installation...
Do not disassemble the product as the IP68 sealing will be void, and do not tamper with the internal battery and electronics. READy MTU is designed to operate at temperatures of -30 °C…65 °C (-22 °F…149 °F). Using the device outside the intended operating temperature range may cause deterioration of battery life or in worst case operating failure.
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Mount READy MTU as high as possible in the pit, without the antenna being in contact with the pit lid. Mount READy MTU as high as possible. The MTU should be mounted at or above ground level. Mount READy MTU as high as possible.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected • Consult the dealer or Kamstrup for help 4 Canadian compliance statement This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Up to 8 years at tBAT < 130 °F 5.4 Mechanical data READy MTU is designed to operate at temperatures of -30 °C…65 °C (-22 °F…149 °F). Using the device outside the intended operating temperature range may cause deterioration of battery life or in worst case operating failure.
The contents of this guide and the guide included with the device must be followed at all times when installing, configuring or handling the device in general. If this guide is not followed, Kamstrup cannot be held accountable for any malfunctions or misuse of the product.
READy MTU by following the steps in this section. 7.1 Import READy MTU from Kamstrup Encryption Key Service READy MTU is automatically imported into READy Manager if you are logged in with your My Kamstrup account and the Import new devices checkbox is ticked.
MTU is active. By influencing the magnet sensor for 3 seconds, the LED on the front of READy MTU turns on. The MTU checks if a meter is connected on the encoded interface before turning on the radio. If no meter is connected, READy MTU remains in transport mode.
The device is intended to be installed either at ground level, above ground on a wall, or in pits (flooded environment, underground). As READy MTU is IP68 rated, the device is resistant to harmful dust and can be submerged.
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Mount READy MTU as high as possible in the pit, without the antenna being in contact with the pit lid. You can use the pit antenna or the wall bracket with a rebar or similar to install READy MTU in pits.
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Installation & operation guide 8.1.4 Wall exterior Mount READy MTU as high as possible. The MTU should be mounted at or above ground level. Always install READy MTU in the protection cover (accessory) when the device is installed in sun-exposed areas.
READy MTU 8.1.5 Wall interior Mount READy MTU as high as possible near an exterior wall. The MTU should be mounted at or above grade (ground level). Mount READy MTU at least 6 inches away from pipes and conduit and several inches below the ceiling.
IDs do not match, you can overwrite the encoded output reading to ensure data flows to the correct meter. 1. Sync READy Manager and READy App before proceeding to step 2. 2. Activate READy MTU by pointing a magnet at the designated spot. 3. The LED starts blinking.
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Installation & operation guide READy MTU Turn on READy Converter. READy Open READy. Read meters Info codes Send/Receive Find meter 6. Go to the menu item Installation. READy Installation Read log Update devices Exchange 7. Pair with READy Converter. Kamstrup A/S • 55122662_C1_US_06.2020...