ORION Automated Meter Reading System ORION Integral Transmitter for Gas Meters Installation &
Operation Manual Sensus/Rockwell/Equimeter Gas Meters American Gas Meter Actaris Slope Face Gas Meter Actaris Straight Face Gas Meter IMPORTANT: This manual contains important warnings and information. READ AND KEEP FOR REFERENCE. BadgerMeter, Inc. ORI-IOM-39 P/N 62014-062 Rev. 2 5-06 Disclaimer The user/purchaser is expected to read and understand the information provided in this manual, follow any listed Safety Precautions and Instructions and keep this manual with the equipment for future reference. Misuse, mishandling and/or inadequate maintenance may impair performance and/or compromise safety. Questions or Service Assistance If you have questions regarding the product or this document contact:
Badger Meter, Incorporated P.O. Box 245036 Milwaukee, WI 53224-9536 Telephone:
(414) 355-0400, (800) 876-3837 Fax:
(888) 371-5982 On the Web: www.badgermeter.com or call your local Badger Meter representative. Product Identification Information Record the product identification numbers from the nameplate. Transmitter Model Number _ ______ Serial Number _____________ Tag Number _______________ 2 Table of Contents Disclaimer ................................................................................................................................. 2 Questions or Service Assistance ................................................................................................ 2 Product Identification Information ............................................................................................... 2 Note Explanations ...................................................................................................................... 4 SCOPE OF MANUAL ................................................................................................................ 4 PRODUCT UNPACKING AND INSPECTION ........................................................................... 4 License Requirements ............................................................................................................... 4 ORION Integral Transmitters/Hardcase Gas Meters Identification ............................................ 5 Installation Tools and Materials .................................................................................................. 5 Label Information ........................................................................................................................ 5 Installation of ORION Integral Transmitter .................................................................................. 5 SENSUS/ROCKWELL/EQUIMETER MODELS R-175/200/250/275 (11 TOOTH) With Dial or Odometer Index ...................................................................................................... 7 Before Starting Installation ......................................................................................................... 7 Index Removal From Rockwell Meter......................................................................................... 7 Install ORION Transmitter and Sensus Index on Meter .............................................................. 8 Program the ORION Transmitter ..............................................................................................10 Complete the Installation ..........................................................................................................10 AMERICAN MODELS AL-175/250/425/630 With Dial or Odometer Index ............................11 Before Starting Installation Meter .............................................................................................11 Index Removal From American Meter ......................................................................................11 Install ORION Transmitter and American Index on Meter .........................................................12 Program the ORION Transmitter ..............................................................................................12 Complete the Installation ..........................................................................................................13 ACTARIS SLOPE FACE MODELS 175/250/400 With Dial or Odometer Index .................... 15 Before Starting Installation ....................................................................................................... 15 Index Removal From Actaris Slope Face Meter .......................................................................16 Install ORION Transmitter and Actaris Index on Slope Face Meter .......................................... 16 Program the ORION Transmitter ..............................................................................................17 Complete the Installation ..........................................................................................................18 ACTARIS STRAIGHT FACE MODELS 175/250/400 With Odometer Index ..........................19 Before Starting Installation ....................................................................................................... 19 Index Removal From Actaris Straight Face Meter .................................................................... 20 Install ORION Transmitter and Index on Actaris Straight Face Meter .......................................20 Program the ORION Transmitter ..............................................................................................21 Complete the Installation ..........................................................................................................22 3 License Requirements This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. No FCC license is required by a utility to operate an ORION meter reading system. Any changes made, but not approved by Badger Meter, can void the users authority to operate the equipment. Note Explanations NOTE: Communicates installation, operation or maintenance information that is safety related but not hazard related. SCOPE of MANUAL This manual contains installation instructions for the ORION Integral Transmitter for Gas Meters. Proper performance and reliability of the ORION gas meter system depends upon installation in accordance with these instructions. PRODUCT UNPACKING AND INSPECTION Upon receipt of the product, perform the following unpacking and inspection procedures:
NOTE: If damage to the shipping container is evident upon receipt, request the carrier to be present when the product is unpacked. Carefully open the shipping package, follow any instructions that may be marked on the exterior. Remove all cushioning material surrounding the product and carefully lift the product from the package. Retain the package and all packing material for possible use in reshipment or storage. Visually inspect the product and applicable accessories for any physical damage such as scratches, loose or broken parts, or any other sign of damage that may have occurred during shipment. NOTE: If damage is found, request an inspection by the carriers agent within 48 hours of delivery and file a claim with the carrier. A claim for equipment damage in transit is the sole responsibility of the purchaser. 4 ORION Integral Transmitters/Hardcase Gas Meter Identification ORION integral transmitters for gas meters are designed for use with a variety of major brands of hardcase gas meters. Please refer to and use the following identification table. Identification Table Gas Meter Manufacturer Sensus/Invensys/
Rockwell/Equimeter Meters American Meter Actaris Slope Face Meter Actaris Straight Face Meter Gas Meter Model R-175/200/250/275 11 tooth AL-175/250/425/630 175/250/400 175/250/400 ORION Transmitter #
64989-001 64989-002 64989-003 64989-004 Installation of ORION Integral Transmitter This manual describes installing the ORION transmitter and index on Sensus, American, and Actaris gas meters. Installation Tools and Materials Use magnetized screwdrivers. 1/8" flat screwdriver flat screwdriver
#1 Phillips screwdriver Radix Hand Held or Optical Programming Probe and Laptop computer Label Information Certification markings are noted on the product label. Label markings include:
Model number 65512-003 08-2005 are completed with proper numbers printed at 003 08-2005. Battery SAFT LS26500 is a 3.6V Lithium C cell. Battery SAFT LSI7500 is a 3.6V Lithium A cell. 5
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Rockwell/Equimeter Meters Gas Meter Model ORION Transmitter #
R-175/200/250/275 11 tooth 64989-001 Before proceeding with an installation, make sure the ORION transmitter name matches the model required for the specific gas meter. Sensus Gas Meter and Indexes Transmitter Name Index Removal From Sensus Meter Step 1: Use a screwdriver to puncture and remove tamper plugs, if present. Step 2: Use a screwdriver to remove and discard the four (4) cover mounting screws and the cover. Gasket 4 Plugs Transmitter 4 Screws 2 Stand Offs Index
(Not part of kit) 2 Phillips Screws Gasket Cover 2 Screws 2 Tamper Plugs ORION for Sensus Transmitter Kit Before Starting Installation Remove the two screws holding the cover onto the transmitter. Place a screwdriver in a hole in the rear of the transmitter and gently break the cover and gasket from the transmitter. 7 Step 3: Use a screwdriver to remove and discard the two (2) index mounting screws. Step 2: Place the index on the front of the ORION transmitter. Line up two front gears. Test to ensure the gears are engaged and moving freely by moving the 2 foot dial. 2 foot dial 2 foot dial Index on XMTR 2 Screws 2 Stand Offs Gears aligned Transmitter Transmitter Moving the Moving the two foot dials two foot dial Step 3: Secure the index to the transmitter with the two (2) supplied Phillips screws placed in the stand offs. Step 4: Mount the gasket to the meter. Step 4: Remove and discard old gasket. Install ORION Transmitter and Sensus Index on Meter Use care when handling the ORION transmitter to insure the drive pawl is not subjected to any physical abuse. Abuse may cause this spindle to become bent, misaligned or otherwise inoperative. When attaching a meter index to an ORION transmitter, make sure it mounts securely. The two drive gears must mate without causing any binding or potential for disengagement. Step 1: Place the two (2) supplied stand offs in the transmitter. Stand Offs 8 Step 5: Care must be taken when placing a transmitter/index unit on the meter. Step 8: There are three (3) different lengths of mounting screws in the transmitter kit. Before placing the transmitter/index on the gas meter put four (4) supplied plugs into the rear of the transmitter. Step 6: When mounting an ORION transmitter to a gas meter, make sure the gas meter drive gear engages the transmitter drive pawl. These two drive pawls must mate without causing any binding or potential for disengagement. Drive Gear Drive Pawl Install the shortest screw in the top left (#1) of the ORION transmitter. Install the second longest screw in the top right (#2). Install the two (2) longest screws in the bottom (#3 and #4). 1 3 2 4 Program the ORION Transmitter Badger Meter uses the Badger-Radix system to display and process screens. Step 7: There is some adjustment in the position of the index plate. Make sure the index is positioned so the shaft turns freely about turn. Please reference the document Instructions for Installing ORION Gas Meters Using the Radix Programming Tool. The meter is now installed. On the Badger-
Radix youll see the next meter number and the process starts again. 9 Complete the Installation Step 1: Place the ORION cover over the outside of the index and transmitter. Installation of ORION for SENSUS MODEL R-175/200/250/275 (11 Tooth) with dial or odometer index is now complete. Step 2: Install the cover with the two (2) supplied screws. Step 3: For security purposes, insert the two
(2) supplied red tamper plugs over the screws and push them in. 10