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ITRON OpenWay Riva Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 OpenWay® Riva™ Remote Water Module Installation Guide Technical knowledge to shape your future Communications...
  • Page 2 Suggestions For more information about Itron or Itron products, see www.itron.com. If you have questions or comments about the software or hardware product, contact Itron Technical Support Services. Contact •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Adapter plate mounting positions.....................18 Mounting the remote module on the adapter plate................19 Optional Riva Leak Sensor installation....................... 20 Connecting the Leak Sensor to the OpenWay Riva Water Remote Module..........21 Riva Leak Sensor installation equipment..................21 Pipe preparation..........................21 Installing the Leak Sensor.........................21 Connecting the SET valve to the remote Riva water module................
  • Page 4 Remote mount installation..........................23 Installing the OpenWay Riva remote module on a flat surface..............23 Direct-mounting the module to the meter register .....................25 Direct-mounting on the ABB Scancoder, InVision, or Digital Direct-Mount..........26 Direct-mounting to a Badger Direct-Mount register................28 Chapter 5 Using the Itron Cable Armor............31 Installing the Itron cable armor ..........................

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Important Safety And Compliance Information

    Chapter 1 Important Safety and Compliance Information This section provides important information for your safety and product compliance. FCC Part 15 Rules This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: •...

  • Page 6: Lithium Battery Safety

    To ensure system performance, this device and antenna shall not be changed or modified without the expressed approval of Itron. Per FCC rules, unapproved modifications or operation beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 7: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Important Safety and Compliance Information Electromagnetic compatibility Warning: ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY Use only approved accessories with this equipmemt. Unapproved modifications or operation beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use may void authorization by the authorities to operate the equipment. Electrostatic discharge Warning: Internal circuit card components can be sensitive to electrostatic discharge.

  • Page 8: Chapter 2 About The Openway Riva Remote Module

    ChoiceConnect Hard-to-Read Mobile, ChoiceConnect High Power Mobile, or OpenWay Riva Network mode. The OpenWay Riva remote modules ship from the factory in Factory Mode which prevents unwanted radio transmissions during transit. After installation, the OpenWay Riva module automatically detects the attached register model elimating the need to program the module.

  • Page 9: Openway Riva Remote Module Description

    Itron Security Manager (ISM) Users have the option of enabling enhanced security in remote water modules. Itron Security Manager (ISM) is a feature of the OpenWay Riva system that ensures certain water module commands are controlled through secure radio communications between the handheld computer or Mobile Collector and the remote water module.

  • Page 10: Enabling Openway Riva Remote Module Security

    Enabling OpenWay Riva remote module security Each OpenWay Riva remote module ships from the Itron factory with a utility factory security key. The presence of this utility factory key does not enable security. To utilize the module's security feature, the installer must use an Itron programming device (FC200SR, FC300) that is configured with the corresponding security key for that particular OpenWay Riva remote module.

  • Page 11: Error And Warning Flags

    • The remote water module is awakened from quiet mode and enters run mode in one of two ways: ◦ Counting two pulses. The pulses are counted internal to the OpenWay Riva remote module while it is in quiet mode.
  • Page 12 ◦ The Register Error flag sets if the Register Error Detected flag is active for 24 hours. ◦ The Register Error Flag remains active for 40 days in Mobile mode. For OpenWay Riva modules operating in OpenWay Riva Network mode. The Riva Water module reports the tampers available in ChoiceConnect systems as well as extended meter alarms provided by new solid-state and electronic meters.

  • Page 13: Chapter 3 Initializing And Connecting The Openway Riva Remote Module

    Failure to initialize the remote water module may delay the initial reading up to one hour. • To initialize the OpenWay Riva remote module immediately, use one of the following handheld computers running Field Deployment Manager (FDM) version 4.0 or later.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Remote Water Module To An Encoder-Type Register

    OpenWay Riva remote module. Note: Do not program the OpenWay Riva remote module until it is connected to the water meter register. Refer to the Field Deployment Manager Endpoint Tools Mobile Application Guide (TDC-0934) for programming information.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Remote Module To A Pulser-Type Register

    Initializing and Connecting the OpenWay Riva Remote Module Remote module wire color Brown Gray Yellow (data) (power/clock) (ground) Register manufacturer Register screw color designator Elster AMCO evoQ4 Mag, evoQ4 White Black (Sensus Protocol) Itron (Actaris) Cyble Coder Green Black Kamstrup flowIQ2100...

  • Page 16: Connecting The Remote Module Using An Extension Cable

    Note: • Each handheld radio requires special setup and configuration parameters to successfully read and program OpenWay Riva remote modules. Refer to the respective meter reading application for specific instructions. • When comparing the actual register value to that reported by the remote water module, please keep in mind the water module's consumption value is updated once an hour when it is in Run Mode.

  • Page 17: Chapter 4 Mounting The Openway Riva Remote Module

    Install the remote water modules using one of the following mounting options: OpenWay Riva remote module mounting options Pipe mount The OpenWay Riva remote module mounts to a pipe near the meter (see Pipe Mount Installation). This option requires the Remote Mount Kit and the appropriate Pipe Mount Kit.

  • Page 18: Installing The Module Cable Strain Relief

    Mounting the OpenWay Riva Remote Module Remote module mounting accessories Accessory Part Number Cable armor (see Appendix B for field retrofit installation instructions) CFG-0151-006SS 5 foot cable thin-insulation (with protective cover and cable CFG-0151-010SS armor) FAB-1302-001 5 foot cable thick-insulation (with protective cover and cable...

  • Page 19: Attaching The Backplate

    Attaching the backplate After the connections are made to the register and optional telemetry device, attach the OpenWay Riva remote module's backplate. Mount the OpenWay Riva water module after the backplate is attached. OW Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-000...

  • Page 20: Attaching The Backplate

    2. Route the register cable through the bottom backplate cable cutout and leak sensor cable through the top backplate cable cutout. 3. Align the remote module backplate with the mounting screw holes. Verifty the Itron logo is not upside down.

  • Page 21: Pipe Mount Installation

    The module's tilt tamper functionality is designed to operate with the module installed vertically. 1. Remove the pipe bracket and band clamp from the Pipe Bracket Installation Kit (Itron part number CFG-0005-003. Pipe brackets may be black or gray. These instructions show a black pipe bracket.)

  • Page 22: Adapter Plate Mounting Positions

    Mounting the OpenWay Riva Remote Module 4. Place the band clamp around the pipe. The band will loosely wrap around the pipe. 5. Push the end of the band through the band clamp screw assembly. Turn the band clamp's screw assembly to fit into the pipe bracket opening. Tighten the clamp screw until the band clamp is secure on the pipe.

  • Page 23: Mounting The Remote Module On The Adapter Plate

    Mounting the OpenWay Riva Remote Module If the pipe is horizontal, install the adapter plate as shown in the pictures below. Mounting the remote module on the adapter plate 1. Locate the two 1-inch remote water module mounting screws in the pipe mount kit.

  • Page 24: Optional Riva Leak Sensor Installation

    4. Tighten the screws to 9 to 12 inch-pounds of torque. Optional Riva Leak Sensor installation This section describes installation of the OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor in a OpenWay Riva Water system. The water module stores 20 days of Riva Leak Sensor data. On the 21st day, the module begins to write over stored data in a first in, first out manner.

  • Page 25: Connecting The Leak Sensor To The Openway Riva Water Remote Module

    ERT module. Caution: Extension cable lengths must not exceed 300 ft. Extension cabling from Itron is stranded, tinned, and pre-bonded for reliability and proper connection to gel cap connectors. Extension cabling manufactured by non-approved Itron manufacturers may result in unreliable and problematic connections. Contact Itron Support for more information.
  • Page 26 Installation requires Itron mounting hardware. Repair costs and service charges relating to the use on non-compliant mounting hardware will be charged to the customer. Contact Itron Support for more information. Note: Do not mount the leak sensor on a pipe coupler, joint, or nut.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Set Valve To The Remote Riva Water Module

    Use the drilled back plate as your mounting template. The arrow on the remote water module must point up when installation is complete. Installing the OpenWay Riva remote module on a flat surface 1. Select an installation location.
  • Page 28 Mounting the OpenWay Riva Remote Module 4. Slide the remote water module lug slot onto the mounting screw, pushing the remote water module upward until the screw head is all the way into the slot. 5. Screw the remote water module to the wall using the remaining two mounting screws.

  • Page 29: Direct-Mounting The Module To The Meter Register

    Warning: Do not use the direct mounting method in a pit environment. Use a water module for pit environments. OpenWay Riva remote modules direct mounted in a pit environment are not covered by the Itron warranty. OW Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide, TDC-1687-000...

  • Page 30: Direct-Mounting On The Abb Scancoder, Invision, Or Digital Direct-Mount

    Mounting the OpenWay Riva Remote Module Direct-mounting on the ABB Scancoder, InVision, or Digital Direct-Mount Note: Verify you have an Elster/AMCO meter with a register designed for direct-mount remote water module. Note: Always install the remote water module right side up with the arrow on the housing pointed upward.
  • Page 31 Note: A gasket is not required. 4. Install four Torx-head mounting screws (Itron Part Number SCR-0010-005) as shown below. Hand-tighten each screw. 5. Connect the remote water module wires to the register screw terminals following the remote water module to the Elster/AMCO meter register wire connections.

  • Page 32: Direct-Mounting To A Badger Direct-Mount Register

    3. To wire the OpenWay Riva remote module to the RTR 2-wire register, connect the remote water module wires to the 2-wire register using gel-cap connectors. After the wires are connected, carefully tuck the connectors into the remote water module housing.
  • Page 33 Note: A gasket is not required. 5. Install four Torx-head mounting screws (SCR-0010-005) and hand-tighten the screws. Warning: Use Itron mounting screws (SCR-0010-005). Using the wrong mounting screws could crack the plastic module housing. 6. If you have not already done so, connect the register to the water meter and fully tighten the mounting screw (1) as directed by Badger Meter.
  • Page 34 Mounting the OpenWay Riva Remote Module 7. If the standard Torx screw is used (1), a wire seal is not necessary. If the optional slotted and drilled RTR screw is used, install a wire seal through the drilled screw from (1) to (2), or as specified by utility policy.

  • Page 35: Chapter 5 Using The Itron Cable Armor

    Chapter 5 Using the Itron Cable Armor This section describes the procedure for installing Itron cable armor in a field installation. The Itron cable armor provides a layer or protection for the module's cable jacket. Itron cable armor is available in five-foot sections.
  • Page 36 Using the Itron Cable Armor Warning: You must begin wrapping the cable armor over portion of the cable protected by the electrical tape. If you do twist the cable armor onto the remote water module cable on the protected portion of the remote water module cable, you could damage the module's cable.

  • Page 37: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 6 Troubleshooting This information will help you troubleshoot issues related to the OpenWay Riva Remote Module. The following table describes possible issues and provides suggested actions to resolve the issue. Issue Action Cannot program the OpenWay Riva remote Check the programming device and software module.

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