Aclara 2017021 User Manual

Sprague/Actaris Gas MTU Installation Instructions

Itron (Sprague/Actaris) Gas Meter

MTU Installation Instructions (Y20972-TUM Rev A)

FCC/ISED Compliance

This product/device has been tested and certified to be in compliance with all appropriate requirements
of both the FCC and ISED.

Any changes or modification to this product/device, or the use of any antenna other than the one
provided by or authorized with expressed written approval by Aclara Technologies LLC may void the
user’s authority to operate this product/device.

This product/device and/or its antenna must be fixed-mounted on indoor or outdoor permanent
structure(s) providing a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons during normal operation.
This device is not designed (and it has no external connection) to operate in conjunction with any other
antennas or transmitters. No other operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance are
needed.

This product/device has been tested and calibrated at the factory. It has no user adjustable controls and
can only be adjusted by authorized, trained personnel.

French translation:

Conformité FCC/ISDE

Cet équipement a été testé et il est conforme à toutes les exigences appropriées de la FCC et de l’ISDE.

Tout changement ou toute modification à cet appareil, ou l’emploi de n’importe quelle antenne autre
que celle fournie par ou autorisée sous l'accord exprès donné par écrit d'Aclara Technologies LLC peut
annuler l'autorisation d'utiliser de cet appareil.

Cet appareil ainsi que son antenne doivent être montés de manière fixe sur des structures intérieures ou
extérieures permanentes en conférant une distance d’au moins 20 cm des personnes pendant le
fonctionnement normal. Cet appareil n'est pas conçu (et il n'a aucun branchement externe) pour être
utilisé en association avec toute autre antenne ou tout émetteur. Aucune autre instruction d'utilisation
n'est requise pour assurer la conformité aux règles d'exposition aux RF.

Cet appareil a été soumis à des tests et calibré en usine. Il n’a pas de contrôle d’ajustement et ne peut
être ajusté que par un personnel autorisé et qualifié.

The information contained in this document is private to Aclara Technolgies LLC an Ohio liability company (Aclara). This information
may not be published, reproduced, or otherwise disseminated without the express written autorization of Aclara. Any software or
firmware described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such
license. The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Aclara.
Aclara assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document. No responsibility is assumed for the use or reliability of

software on equipment that is not supplied by Aclara. STAR is a registered trademark of Aclara Technologies LLC.

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Sprague/Actaris Gas MTU Installation Instructions

Purpose & Scope

These instructions provide a procedure for installing a STAR direct-mount MTU on the Sprague 175,
240, 250, 400, Metris 250, and 400A Itron Gas Meters. This installation instruction covers the Aclara
Catalog number 3551-031-RBS2W/3551-031-RBS2. (The images in this document are for reference only.)

Parts Required

Item # Item Description Qty

1 Series 3500 Direct Mount MTU 1
2 #10-24 X 1.5" Stainless steel screw 3
3 #10-24 X 5/8” Stainless steel set screw 2
4 #10 X 1/2” Stainless steel screw 4
5 #10-16 X 1/2” Stainless steel screw 2
6 Security seal 4

NOTE

The mounting kit contains the exact quantity of hardware required for a single installation. Keep
extra hardware on hand.

NOTE

No repair or maintenance of MTU is required. Defective MTU will be replaced.

NOTE

MTU may be wiped with damp cloth to prevent electrostatic charge hazard.

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Sprague/Actaris Gas MTU Installation Instructions

Tools Required

To mount the MTU to these meters, you will need the following tools and equipment:

• Phillips screwdriver

• Slotted screwdriver

• Torque-limiting screwdriver

• 3/32” hex key wrench

• Safety glasses

Remove Index

1. Remove all anti-tamper, safety, and security hardware from the clear index cover.

2. Remove the existing clear index cover by removing the three screws securing it to the meter.

Discard the screws and the cover.

NOTE: If more than one screw is broken, DO NOT install the MTU.

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