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ITRON OpenWay Riva Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 OpenWay® Riva™ Pit 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

    Connecting the pit module to an encoder-type meter register................10 Connecting the pit module to a pulser-type meter register................11 Verifying pit module operation ........................... 12 Chapter 4 Installing the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module ......13 Pit module mounting accessories........................14 Pit modules with integral connectors......................... 14 Through-lid installation............................
  • Page 4 Connecting the through-the-lid remote antenna module.................33 Chapter 5 Using the Itron Cable Armor............34 Installing the Itron cable armor........................... 34 Chapter 6 Connecting the Inline Connector........... 36 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting................38 OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Important Safety And Compliance Information

    OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • 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

    Warning: ERT modules contain sensitive electronic components which can be damaged if the module is dropped from heights greater than 36 inches. Product warranty coverage is contingent on not exceeding this drop height limitation. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

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

    ChoiceConnect Hard-to-Read Mobile, ChoiceConnect High Power Mobile, or OpenWay Riva Network mode. The OpenWay Riva water modules ship from the factory in Factory Mode which prevents unwanted radio transmissions during transit. After installation and programming, the pit modules acquire and transmit meter register data in accordance with the selected pit module parameter settings.

  • Page 9: Related Documents

    About the OpenWay Riva Water Module Note: The OpenWay Riva water module works accurately with cable lengths up to 300 feet. Related documents Document description Itron part number OpenWay Riva Water Remote Module Installation Guide TDC-1687-XXX OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module Installation Guide...

  • Page 10: Enabling Openway Riva Water Pit Module Security

    About the OpenWay Riva Water Module Enabling OpenWay Riva water pit module security Each pit 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 that is configured with the corresponding security key for that particular pit module.

  • Page 11: Error/Warning Flags

    2. Run mode • Pit Module normal operation mode. • The OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module transmitted message is dependent on its factory settings or setting programmed with FDM for standard consumption messages (SCM +).For SCM+ (Mobile), the pit module default bubble-up rate is 10 seconds.
  • Page 12 The exteded alarms include: • Empty pipe • Temperature • High/low pressure • High flow • Meter low battery • Meter tampering • Reverse flow • Zero consumption OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • Page 13: Chapter 3 Initializing, Connecting, And Programming The Openway Riva Water Pit Module

    Module This chapter provides the instructions to program and connect the pit module. Requirements are based on the network system mode. The OpenWay Riva pit module's auto-sensing technology eliminates the need to program the module at the time of installation. The module automatically detects the connected register type.

  • Page 14: Extending The Water Pit Module Cable

    Initializing, Connecting, and Programming the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module For normal activation, connect the pit module to the water meter register. The water module polls for a register every hour. The OpenWay Riva pit module automatically activates after it detects the register.

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

    Initializing, Connecting, and Programming the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module Pit module wire color Black White (data) (power/clock) (ground) Register manufacturer Register screw terminal Kamstrup flowIQ2100 Green Black MasterMeter AccuLinx, Green Black Octave McCrometer Green Black Metron Farnier OER Green...

  • Page 16: Verifying Pit Module Operation

    Caution: Verifying the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module operation requires an FC200SR handheld computer, FC300SR handheld computer, 900 MHz Belt Clip Radio, or Itron Mobile Radio running FDM v4.0 or higher. Legacy Itron handheld programming devices cannot read the pit modules.

  • Page 17: Chapter 4 Installing The Openway Riva Water Pit Module

    * Important Rod and wall mount installations require the Itron through-the-lid remote antenna. Important The OpenWay Riva water pit module is shipped with a protective cover over the connectors. The protective cover must be fully engaged over the connectors until the module is installed to protect the module's connectors from damage.

  • Page 18: Pit Module Mounting Accessories

    Itron Security Seal (Itron part number MSC-0018-001). Cable ties are not shipped with the pit module, but can be ordered from Itron. Use the protective cover (on the pit module side) in the field for up to one year.

  • Page 19: Through-Lid Installation

    This section provides the instructions to install the pit module in a pit lid with a hole using the pit lid mounting bracket. Verify you have the following items to complete the installation. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • Page 20: Installing The Module In The Pit Lid

    3. Align and insert the retainer clip tab (1) into the retainer clip receptacle (2) on the pit module housing. 4. Verify the clip locks into place in the housing. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • Page 21: Rod Mount Installation

    Important: Rod mount installation requires the remote antenna and rod mount adapter. For more information, see Pit module mounting accessories OpenWay Riva Water Pit Modules can mount below the pit lid on a customer-supplied 1/2- inch diameter rod. . A mounting rod is available from Itron. For more information, visit www.itron.com and reference the Water Meter and Telemetry Device Compatibility List...

  • Page 22: Installing The Pit Module On A Rod

    Installing the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module • Rod cutting tool *Itron offers 12" (OEM-1006-001), 18" (OEM-1006-002), or 36" (OEM-1006-005) fiberglass mounting rods. Minimum order quantity is 100. For more information, see the Itron Water Products Ordering Guide (PUB-0063-001). Installing the pit module on a rod 1.
  • Page 23 10. Installation is complete when the pit module is perpendicular to the underside of the lid. The pit module must not contact the pit structure or lid. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • Page 24: Wall Mount Installation

    • Do not use gel connectors in pit environments; use only inline connectors. The pit module works accurately with Itron-approved cable type and lengths up to 300 feet. Installing the module to the pit wall 1. Select a vertical, flat surface in the pit box.
  • Page 25 5. Drill a pilot hole in the pit box wall. Follow the screw manufacturer's recommendation for the pilot hole size. 6. For concrete-type pit boxes, it may be necessary to use a screw anchor. Choose an anchor appropriate for a #10 pan head screw. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • Page 26: Optional Riva Leak Sensor Installation

    Wall mounting the OpenWay Riva pit module is complete. 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 27: Riva Leak Sensor Installation Equipment

    Sensor accommodates an (up to) 1-1/2-inch OD pipe. An optional mounting bracket is available for pipe sizes (up to 2 1/2-inch OD). Caution: If the OpenWay Riva pit module is installed to enable communcations for the Riva Leak Sensor but a register is not connected, replace the register connector's cover (2) with the environmental cover removed from the blue telemetry connector (1) to protect the register connector.

  • Page 28: Installing The Leak Sensor

    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 29: Connecting The Leak Sensor To The Module

    1. Insert the pointed end of the security seal through the inline connector and the pit module connector security holes. 2. Insert the pointed end of the security seal into the capped end and push until the seal locks. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • Page 30: Optional Remote Water Disconnect Valve Installation

    Installing the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module Optional remote water disconnect valve installation This section describes installation of a remote water disconnect valve in an OpenWay Riva water system. The pit module automatically detects the presence of connected water disconnect devices.
  • Page 31 Installing the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module 2. Remove the environmental cap from the pit module's telemetry connector (blue). 3. Verify the connectors are clean and dry. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 32 Installing the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module 1. Black register connection 2. Red optional antenna connection 3. Blue telemetry device connection 4. Align the disconnect valve connector with the pit module's blue telemetry connector. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 33 Installing the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module 5. Push the valve connector into the pit module's connector. 6. Rotate the connector locking ring until the security holes align. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • Page 34: Optional Through-The-Lid Remote Antenna Installation

    Twisting the connector body could damage the pit module and disconnect valve's connector pins. Install an Itron security seal through the aligned security holes. For more information, see Attaching a security seal to the completed connection in the Optional Riva Leak Sensor installation information.

  • Page 35: Openway Riva Through-The-Lid Remote Antenna

    The remote antenna is designed to fit in a pit lid hole with a diameter of 3/4- inch and lid thicknesses from 1/4-inch to 1-3/4-inch. Caution: Remove cable or twist ties from the antenna cable to prevent damage to the pit module or antenna. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • Page 36: Installing The Through-The-Lid Remote Antenna

    2. Insert the antenna connector through the rectangular opening in the threaded collar. 3. Turn the threaded collar until it is tight against bottom of the pit lid. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • Page 37: Connecting The Through-The-Lid Remote Antenna Module

    1. Align the connector pins with the middle red connector on the pit module. 2. Push in the antenna connector to complete the connection. 3. To mount the pit module, follow the installation instructions (Installing the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module).

  • Page 38: Chapter 5 Using The Itron Cable Armor

    3. Wrap the entire piece of electrical tape around the pit module cable near the inline connector. 4. Beginning over the installed electrical tape, twist the Itron cable armor onto the pit module cable using a right-handed twist. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000...
  • Page 39 6. Remove any leftover materials from the customer premises. Discard or recycle leftover materials. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • Page 40: Chapter 6 Connecting The Inline Connector

    The original protective connector covers can be reused if kept clean and dry. Install a new security seal after servicing either device. To order replacement security seals, see the Water Products Ordering Guide (PUB-0063-001). OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...
  • Page 41 Note: Environmental caps employ multiple seals to increase cap life. Environmental cap design allows utilities to install the pit module and install a Riva Leak Sensor or optional remote antenna at a future date. OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-000 Proprietary and Confidential...

  • Page 42: Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting This information is provided to help you troubleshoot issues related to the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Modules. The following table describes possible issues and provides suggested actions to resolve the issue. Issue Action Cannot program the pit module.

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