Itron 500GC, 500GB, 500GA Users Manual

OpenWay Riva 500G G as ERT Module Installation
Guide, Direct Mount

TDC-1671-000

Identification

Compliance Statement

the device.

Déclaration de conformité

OpenWay Riva 500G Gas ERT Module Installation Guide, Direct Mount
10 June 2016 TDC-1671-000
OpenWay Riva 500G
500G ERT module part numbers: 500G: ERG-7000-001, ERG-7000-002, ERG-7000-003, ERG-7000-004, ERG-7000-005, ERG-7000-006, ERG-7000-007, ERG-7000-008
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The information contained herein is proprietary and confidential and is provided subject to the condition that (i) it is held in confidence except to the extent required otherwise by law and (ii) it is
used only for the purposes described herein. Any third party given access to this information is similarly bound in writing.
Trademark Notice
Itron is a registered trademark of Itron, Inc.
All other product names and logos in this documentation are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Applicable Patents
U.S. Patent Numbers: 4,614,945; 4,753,169; 4,768,903; 4,799,059; 4,867,700
Canadian Patent Numbers: 1,254,949; 1,267,936; 1,282,118
Compliance Statement
Telemetering Equipment for use in Hazardous Locations, for Cl I, Div 1, Gp D for Haz Loc, Temp Code T2, -40°C ≤ Ta ≤ +70°C
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:

• This device may not cause harmful interference.

• This device must accept any interference that may cause undesirable operation.

This device must be permanently mounted such that it retains a distance of 20 centimeters (7.9 inches) from all persons in order to comply with FCC RF exposure levels.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection a gai nst harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off an d on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or rel oc ate the receivin g an t e nn a.

• 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 an experienced radio or TV technician for help.

This equipment complies with policies RSS-247 and RSS-GEN of the Industry Canada rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of

Transportation Classification
The Federal Aviation Administration prohibits operating transmitters and receivers on all commercial aircraft. When powered, any 500G ERT module is considered an operating transmitter and
receiver and cannot be shipped by air. All product returns must be shipped by ground transportation.
Modifications and Repairs
To ensure system performance, this device and antenna shall not be changed or modified without the expressed approval of Itron. Any unauthorized modification will void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
Meter Installation/Removal
In the event of malfunction, all repairs should be performed by Itron. It is the responsibility of users requiring service to report the need for service to Itron.

Warning Follow these procedures to avoid injury to yourself or others:

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Indus tr i e Canada applicables aux appareil s ra di o exempts
de licence. L'exploitation es t a ut orisée aux deux con di ti ons suivantes :
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est
susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

• The lithium battery may cause a fire or chemical burn if it is not disposed of properly.

• Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100º Celsius (212º Fahrenheit), crush, expose to

water, or incinerate the lithium battery.

• Keep the lithium battery away from children.

• Fire, explosion, and severe burn hazard.

Warning Only authorized and qualified personnel should attempt to install or service Itron equipment.
Attempts to do so by others might void any maintenance contract with your company. Unauthorized service
personnel might also be subject to shock hazard on some Itron equipment if removal of protective covers is
attempted.

Warning To prevent ignition of flammable or combustible atmospheres, disconnect power before servicing.
Warning Substitution of components may impair intrinsic safety.
Warning Electrostatic Ignition Hazard Ensure area is not hazardous when installing, servicing, cleaning or

touching the ERT module.
Warning Clean only with a damp cloth.

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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.

Suggestions
If you have comments or suggestions on how we may improve this documentation, send them to [e-mail]
If you have questions or comments about the software or hardware product, contact Itron Technical Support:
The information included in this guide is current as of the date of publication. Information within this guide including software versions and product names are subject to change without notice.
Contact

• Internet: www.itron.com

• E-mail: [e-mail]

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Contents

Before You Begin ........................................................................................................ vii

Document Conventions ..................................................................................................................... vii

Document Purpose ............................................................................................................................ vii

About the 500G Gas ERT Module ................................................................................. 1

Transmission Modes ........................................................................................................................... 1

500G Gas ERT Module and Itron Securit y Manager .......................................................................... 1

Enabling 500G ERT Module Security ....................................................................................... 2

500G Gas ERT Module Specifications ................................................................................................ 2

Related Documents ............................................................................................................................. 2

500G ERT Module Meter Compatibility List ........................................................................................ 3

Installation Overview ........................................................................................................................... 7

Installation Prerequisites ........................................................................................................... 7

Elster American Meter Installation ............................................................................... 9

Removing the Meter Index .................................................................................................................. 9

Assembling the 500G ERT Module and Index .................................................................................. 10

Programming the 500G Assem bl y .................................................................................................... 13

Attaching the 500G ERT Module Assembly to the Meter ................................................................. 14

Sensus Meter Installation ........................................................................................... 17

Removing the Meter Index ................................................................................................................ 17

Assembling the 500G ERT Module and Index .................................................................................. 18

Programming the 500G Assem bl y .................................................................................................... 21

Attaching the 500G ERT Module Assembly to the Sensus Meter .................................................... 22

Itron Meter Instal la tion ................................................................................................ 25

Removing the Meter Index ................................................................................................................ 25

Assembling the 500G ERT Module and Index .................................................................................. 26

Programming the 500G Assem bl y .................................................................................................... 29

Attaching the 500G ERT Module Assembly to the Itron Meter ......................................................... 30

Attaching the ERT module Assembly to Sprague Flat-faced Meters ................................................ 34

Securing Brass Meter Tags to Flat-faced Meters.............................................................................. 35

Attaching the ERT Module Assembly to a Sprague 175RM Meters ................................................. 37

Removing the Meter Index ...................................................................................................... 37

Assembling the 500G ERT Module and Index ........................................................................ 38

Programming the 100G ERT Module Assembly_175RM ....................................................... 40

Installing the 500G ERT Module Assembly on the Sprague 175RM Meter............................ 41

National (Lancaster) Meter Installation ...................................................................... 45

Removing the Meter Index ................................................................................................................ 45

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Assembling the 500G ERT Module and Index .................................................................................. 46

Programming the 500G Assem bl y .................................................................................................... 49

Installing the 500G ERT Module Assembly on the Meter ................................................................. 50

Elster American and Itron Commercial Meter Installation ....................................... 54

Removing the Index or Index Assembly from the Meter ................................................................... 54

Programming the Commercial Gas ERT Module Assembly ............................................................. 57

Attaching the Commercial 500G ERT Module Assembly on the Commercial Meter ........................ 58

Attaching the Commercial ERT Module to an Itron Commercial Meter ............................................ 61

Programming the Commercial Gas ERT Module Assembly ............................................................. 66

Attaching the Commercial 500G ERT Module Assembly on the Commercial Meter ........................ 67

Sensus Commercial Meter Installation ...................................................................... 71

Removing the Index or Index Assembly from the Meter ................................................................... 71

Programming the Commercial ERT Module Assembly ..................................................................... 73

Installing the Commercial ERT Module Assembly to the Meter ........................................................ 74

Removing the Index or Index Assembly from the Meter ......................................................... 77

Mounting a ERT Module on a Rockwell 750 meter with an Aluminum BOX Direct Reading (VDR) 77

Installing the Commercial ERT Module Assembly to the Meter ........................................................ 78

GE Oil & Gas Dresser Commercial Rotary Meter Installation .................................. 83

Installation Prerequisites ................................................................................................................... 83

Installation Examples ........................................................................................................................ 84

Programming the Commercial Gas ERT Module .............................................................................. 85

B3, LMMA, and S3A CTR/TC GE Dresser Series Register Settings and Direct Drive

Programming Information ....................................................................................................... 86

B3, LMMA and S3A CTR/TC Meter Drive Rates: Residential Direct Drive Programming* .... 87

Installing the Residential ERT Module Assembly to the GE Dresser Rotary Meter .......................... 88

Installing the Commercial Gas ERT Module Assembly on a GE Dresser Rotary Meter with an

Instrument Drive ................................................................................................................................ 88

Programming the Commercial Gas ERT Module .............................................................................. 89

B3, LMMA, and S3A CD/TD GE Dresser Meter Drive Rates ............................................................ 91

Completed Installation Examples ............................................................................................ 94

Index ............................................................................................................................. 95

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Before You Begin

ip provides the installer with extra hints or suggestions to make a task easier to perform

Document Conventions

The following documentation conventions are used in this installation guide:

Caution A Caution warns the installer that failure to follow the information in the note could
result in loss of data. Be sure to carefully read a Caution note and follow the advice or
instructions.

Warning A Warning alerts the installer about potential physical harm to the installer or
hardware. It is critical that you pay strict attention to Warning notes, read the information
carefully, and follow the advice or instructions.

Tip A T
or a concept easier to understand.

Note A Note supplies generic information to the installer. The installer can ignore the
information and continue a task without suffering any adverse consequences.

Document Purpose

This installation guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing the 500G ERT module on a wide
variety of meters. Mechanical installation procedures are identical for all 500G ERT modules based on form
or meter type. Compatible meters are listed in the Meter Compatibility List.

Note The illustrations in the installation procedures may show the Itron 100G series gas ERT
module. The form factor of the 100G series and 500G series Riva gas modules are identical.

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C HAPTER 1

A

bout the 500G Gas ERT Module

Itron ERT Modules are radio-frequency (RF) devices designed to transmit meter data to an RF meter reading
device within transmission distance of the ERT module. The 500G ERT module was designed with a higher
output power to meet Itron mobile and fixed network requirements. The ERT module offers high transmit
power capability which increases operational efficiency and reduces infrastructure costs. The 500G ERT
module higher transmit power and data logging capability (time-stamped hourly interval data) is possible over
both mobile and fixed network applications using increased antenna efficiency and more robust optimized
messaging structures. Itron's 500G ERT module increases network efficiency with SCM+ messaging and
optimum network security. The 500G ERT module OpenWay system security provides superior protection for
communication messaging to prevent unauthorized users from gaining access to the system.

Transmission Modes

The 500G ERT module can be set to transmit in Handheld (HH) or Mobile (M) Mode. In HH/M mode, the
500G ERT module transmits a medium-powered RF message every 15 seconds. Output power in this mode is
10 milliwatts or +10dBm; expected battery life is 20 years.

An FCC license is not required to read the 500G ERT modules.

500G Gas ERT Module and Itron Security Manager

The 500G ERT module is a component of Itron's OpenWay Riva system. The OpenWay Riva system
enhanced security, provided by Itron Security Manager (ISM), applies to the RF communications between the
collection device and the ERT module.

There are two fundamental security processes used in the Itron Security Manager to ensure system
communication confidentiality and validity.

• Authentication. Authentication is the process of confirming that an artifact is genuine or valid.

Authentication in the ERT module is the process of verifying a request is from a valid source and in its
original form.

• Encryption. Encryption is the process of transforming information to make it unreadable to anyone who

does not have a valid security key. There are two types of encryption, symmetric and asymmetric.
Symmetric encryption uses a shared key to decrypt or encrypt information. Asymmetric encryption uses a
private key to encrypt and a public key to decrypt.

As a component of the Itron Openway Riva solution, the ERT module supports the security model found in
the OpenWay solution for both reading and programming. If the ERT module are shipped without enhanced
security enabled (ready to secure), the utility can—at a later date—configure the modules for ISM enhanced
security.

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Note Enabling or working with Itron ISM enhanced security requires FDM Endpoint Tools Enhanced.

About the 500G Gas ERT Module

Enabling 500G ERT Module Security

Functional Specific ations

Description

T amper Detection

FCC Compliance

Development Canada (ISED)

Product Identification

Construction Materials

Operational Specifications

Description

Operating T emperatures

Operating Humidity

Program Frequency

Transmit Frequency

Data Integrity

Messages

Document Title

Document Part Number

OpenWay Collect ion M anager O peratio nal Gui delines

When 500G ERT modules ship from an Itron factory, each module contains utility factory keys. The presence
of these utility factory keys does not enable the enhanced security; the installer enables the enhanced security
at the time the ERT module is deployed or at a later time using an Itron programming device, Field
Deployment Manager Endpoint Tools Enhanced, and programming commands. Initial key exchange
commands are secured using the utility factory keys. For more information about programming the 500G ERT
module for security, see the FDM Endpoint Tools Mobile Application Guide (TDC-0934).

500G Gas ERT Module Specifications

Power Source

Innovation, Science and Economic

Intrinsically Safe per

Two "A" cell lithium batteries
Tilt and cut cable

Part 15 certified
RSS-247 and RSS-GEN certified
Telemetering Equipment for use in Hazardous Locations, for Cl I, Div 1, Gp D for Haz Loc,

Temp Code T2, -40°C ≤ Ta ≤ +70°C.
Numeric and ba r code d modul e type an d serial num ber
Gray polycarbonate housing and back plate wi th encapsulated electr onics

-40° to 15 8° F (-40° to +70° C )
5 to 95 percent relative humidity
908 MHz
Frequency Hopping S pread spect rum 902.2 to 9 27.75 MH z in th e ISM ba nd
Verified in every data m essage
FM and AM modulation

Related Documents

OpenWay Riva 500G Gas ERT Modu le Inst allatio n Guide , Remote Mount TDC-1678-XXX

OpenWay Riva E vents an d Except ions Re ference Guide
Gas and Telemetry Module Meter Compatibility List PUB-0117-002
Gas and Telem etry Mo dule Order ing Gui de PUB-0117-001
OpenWay Riva 500G Gas ERT Modu le Specif icati on Sheet
Field Deploym ent Man ager Endp oint Tool s Mobil e Appli cation Guide TDC-0934-XXX
Field Deploym ent Man ager Fiel d Repr esentati ve's Gui de TDC-0936-XXX

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Note The last three digits of the user and installation guides represent the document's revision level. The

Elster American (Canadian)

Meter Model

Meter Notes

Module T ype

Itron Part Number

Gas Module Not es

of the module w riggler drive

revision level is subject to change without notice.

500G ERT Module Meter Compatibility List

The following table lists meter types compatible with the 500G ERT module. Due to continuous research and
product improvements and enhancements, Itron reserves the right to change product or system specifications
without notice.

W75AL Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AC-175 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AL-175 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
ALC-175 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AT-175 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001

AT-210 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AL-225 Aluminum case, Canada

only

5B-225 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001 Must cut 1/1 6" off the end

AC-250 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AL-250 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AM-250 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AR-250 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AT-250 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AL-310 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AL-350 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AL-425 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AC-630 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AC-800 Aluminum case 500G ERG-7000-001
AL800 Top mount index 500G ERG-7000-007
AL1000 Top mou nt index 500G ERG-7000-001
AL1400 Top mou nt index 500G ERG-7000-007
AL2300 Top mou nt index 500G ERG-7000-007
AL3000 Top mou nt index 500G ERG-7000-007
AL5000 Top mou nt index 500G ERG-7000-007
35B Iron case 500G ERG-7000-007
60B Iron case 500G ERG-7000-007
80B Iron case, must have fr ont-

reading index

250B Iron case 500G ERG-7000-007

500G ERG-7000-001

500G ERG-7000-007

post which w ill make t he
module incompat ible with
other 2-ft. drive meters.

500B Iron case 500G ERG-7000-007

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Elster American (Canadian)

Meter Model

Meter Notes

Module T ype

Itron Part Number

Gas Module Not es

Rotary RPM S eries

Meter Model

Meter Notes

Module T y pe

Itron Part Number

Gas Module Notes

Purchase AM R adapter f rom

Purchase AM R adapter f rom

Purchase AM R adapter f rom

Purchase AM R adapter f rom

Purchase AM R adapter f rom

(No pulser, no
instrument)

Use Elster America n kit
numbers 93179K002 , 003,
004, or 005 to modify the
meter with an adapter to
attach a reside ntial gas
module. Purcha se adapter
from Elster Am erican.

Rotary RPM S eries Instrument plat form w ith

mechanical dr ive.

GE Oil & Gas/Dresser Meters

500G ERG-7000-001

500G ERG-7000-007

Series B3
8C—56M CTR
8C—16M TC
(No pulser,
No instrument drive)

Series A
(LMMA)

1.5M—5M
CTR (No pulser, No
instrument dr ive)

Series A
(LMMA)
7M—16M
CTR (No pulser, No
instrument dr ive)

Series A
(LMMA)

1.5M—5M
TC (No pulser, No
instrument dr ive)

To attach an Elster
American resid ential ER T
module, insta ll GE Dre sser’s
Elster American AM R
adapter kit, P/N 059 599-000.

GE Dresser.
To attach an Elster

American resid ential ER T
module, insta ll GE Dre sser’s
Elster American AM R
adapter kit, P/N 058 530-610.

GE Dresser.
To attach an Elster

American resident ial gas
module, insta ll GE Dre sser’s
Elster American AM R
adapter kit, P/N 058 531-610.

GE Dresser.
To attach an Elster

American resident ial gas
module, insta ll Dress er's
Elster American AM R
adapter kit, P/N 058 224-641.

500G ERG-7000-001

500G ERG-7000-001

500G ERG-7000-001

500G ERG-7000-001

Series Z
5C/8C15

Instrument dr ive
B3: CTR
TC, 8C—11M

LMMA: CTR
TC: 1.5M—11M

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Dresser.
To attach an Elster

American resid ential gas
module, insta ll GE Dre sser’s
Elster American AM R
adapter kit, P/N 059 847-000.

GE Dresser.
Instrument plat form w ith

mechanical dr ive.

500G ERG-7000-001

500G ERG-7000-007

ERG-7000-008

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Itron (Actari s, Schlum berger, Sprague)

A longer moun ting screw may be

A longer moun ting screw may be

A longer moun ting screw may be

Meter Model Meter Notes Module Type Itron Part Number Gas Module Notes
175 2-hole index cover

500G ERG-7000-005

3-hole index cover

175 Combinat ion 3-hol e index cover

inte grated re gulator
2-hole index cover

175RM Flat-face meter

Regulator on b ack of m eter
175WC 3-hol e index cover 500G ERG-7000-005
210 Slant-face meter 500G ERG-7000-005
240 Slant-face meter 500G ERG-7000-005
240 Flat-face meter

1-hole index cover

240 2-hole index cover 500G ERG-7000-005
240 Combinat ion Integrat ed regul ator 500G

250 Slant-face 500G ERG-7000-005
I-250 Slant-face 500G ERG-7003-005
250WC Integrate d regul ator 500G ERG-7000-005
METRIS 250 Slant-face 500G

METRIS RM Slant-f ace meter, ba ck inlet

and outlet

METRIS MB Slant-f ace meter, ba ck inlet

and outlet witho ut regulator

1A Flat-face meter inclu des 3-

dial, 2 cf ind exes.
305 Combinat ion Integrat ed regul ator 500G

400 Slant-face meter 500G ERG-7000-005
400A Slant-face meter 500G

675A Top-moun t index 500G ERG-7000-007 Requires Itron (A ctaris) adapt er

800A Top-moun t index 500G ERG-7000-007 Requires Itron (A ctaris) adapt er

1000A Top-mount index 500G ERG-7000-007 Requires Itron (A ctaris) adapt er

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500G ERG-7000-005

500G ERG-7003-009

500G ERG-7000-005 All modules requ ire Itron 1A

Adapter Kit, Itron P/N CFG­0015-001.

ERG-7000-005

ERG-7000-005

required when r etrofitt ing to
some vintage METRIS meters.
Longer mountin g screw is Itron

500G

ERG-7000-005

P/N 010626-002.

required when r etrofitt ing to
some vintage METRIS meters.
Longer mountin g screw is Itron

500G

ERG-7000-005

P/N 010626-002.

required when r etrofitt ing to
some vintage METRIS meters.
Longer mountin g screw is Itron

500G

ERG-7000-005

P/N 010626-002.
Installation re quires I tron 1A

Adapter Kit, P/N C FG-0015-001.

ERG-7000-005

ERG-5000-005

P/N 8005901-00 1. Purch ase
from Itron.

P/N 8005901-00 1. Purch ase
from Itron.

P/N 8005901-001. Purchase
from Itron.

About the 500G Gas ERT Module

National (Lan caster)

Meter Model

Meter Notes

Module T y pe

Itron Part Number

Gas Module Notes

Meter Model

Meter Notes

Module T y pe

Iron Part Number

Gas Module Notes

175 National meter ind exes w ith

bow-t ie shape d wriggl ers

cannot be used.

U175
UL175

National mete r index es with

bow-t ie shape d wriggl ers

cannot be used.
250 National meter ind exes w ith

bow-t ie shape d wrigglers

Romet

cannot be used.

Meter Model Meter Notes Module T y pe Itron Part Number Gas Module Notes

RM series.
Instrument dr ive

Instrument plat form w ith

mechanical dr ive
Sensus (Invensy s/Equimeter/Ro ckwell/EMCO)

RT-100 18-tooth 500G ERG-7000-004
S-110 11-tooth 500G ERG-5000-002

T-110 11-tooth 500G ERG-7000-002
S-120 11-tooth 500G ERG-5000-002
T-120 11-tooth 500G ERG-5000-002
R-175 11-tooth 500G ERG-5000-002
S-175 18-tooth 500G ERG-7000-004
S-190 18-tooth 500G ERG-5000-004
R-200 11-tooth 500G ERG-5000-002
RT-200 11-tooth 500G ERG-7000-002
S-200 11-tooth 500G ERG-7000-002
RC-225 11-tooth (Ca nadian only) 500G ERG-7000-002
RT-225 11-tooth 500G ERG-7000-002
RC-230 11-tooth 500G ERG-7000-002
RCM-230

16-tooth 500G ERG-7000-003
(RC-230 M etric)

RT-230 11-tooth 500G ERG-7000-002
250 11-tooth 500G ERG-7000-002
Cubix250 11-tooth 500G ERG-7000-002
MR-7 (Cubix250

11-tooth 500G ERG-7000-002
Metric)

R-275 11-tooth 500G ERG-7000-002

MR-8

16-tooth 500G ERG-7000-003 24- and 30-tooth gears
(R-275 M etric)

RT-275 11-tooth 500G ERG-7000-002
S-275 11-too th (side conne ctions) 500G ERG-7000-002
MR-5

16-tooth 500G ERG-7000-003 24- and 30-tooth gears
(S-275 M etric)

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500G ERG-7000-006 Actaris/Schlumberger/

Sprague direc t read
(odometer) index es cannot
be used.

500G ERG-7000-006

Actaris/Schlumberger/Spra
gue direct re ad (odomet er)
indexes cannot be us ed.

500G ERG-7000-006

Actaris/Schlumberger/Spra
gue direct re ad (odomet er)
indexes cannot be us ed.

500G ERG-7000-007

24- and 30-tooth gears
are not compatible.

are not compatible.

are not compatible.

About the 500G Gas ERT Module

Sensus (Invensy s/Equimeter/Ro ckwell/EMCO)

Meter Model

Meter Notes

Module T y pe

Iron Part Number

Gas Module Notes

MR-9
(R-315 M etric)

310 11-tooth 500G ERG-7000-002
R-315 11-tooth 500G ERG-5000-002 24- and 30-tooth gears

MR-9
(R-315 M etric)

RT-360 18-tooth 500G ERG-5000-004
415 18-tooth. Older m eters may

MR-12
(415 Metric)

750 Vertical index on ly 500G ERG-7000-008
1000 Vert ical i ndex only 500G ERG-7000-008
1600 Vert ical i ndex only 500G ERG-7000-008
3000 Vert ical i ndex only 500G ERG-7000-008
5000 Vert ical i ndex only 500G ERG-7000-008
10000 Vertical index only 500G ERG-7000-008
750, 1000, 1600,

3000, 5000,
10000

EMCO #2-1/2 500G ERG-7000-008
EMCO #3 500G ERG-7000-008
EMCO #4 500G ERG-7000-008
EMCO #4-1/2 500G ERG-7000-008
EMCO #5 500G ERG-5000-008

16-tooth 500G ERG-7000-003 24- and 30-tooth gears

are not compatible.

are not compatible.

16-tooth 500G ERG-7000-003

500G ERG-7000-004
have gas module-to-meter
mounting-hole varia tions tha t
can make them incompa tible.

16-tooth 500G ERG-7000-003

Aluminum box direct rea ding
(VDR) index

500G ERG-7000-008

24- and 30-tooth gears
are not compatible.

24- and 30-tooth gears
are not compatible.

24- and 30-tooth gears
are not compatible.

Requires Itron mou nting
screws, P/N SCR-0062-

001. Must purchase
separately.

Installation Overview

Installing the 500G ERT module on a meter involves four tasks:

1. Removing the index cover and index from the meter.

2. Assembling the 500G ERT module and index.

3. Programming the 500G ERT module assembly.

4. Attaching the 500G ERT module to the meter.

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.

Installation Prerequisites

Prior to installation, verify you have the following items:

• 500G ERT module designed for your specific brand of residential or commercial gas meters (ERT

modules include new tamper seals).

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• A compatible meter (see the 500G ERT Module Meter Compatibility List on page 3).

Replacement Screws

module on the meter:

Number

ERT module housing:

Number

meter:

commercial ERT module housing:

• A compatible index. Itron 500G ERT modules are compatible with standard dial and direct-read

(odometer) indexes. Exceptions are noted on the 500G ERT Module Meter Compatibility List on page 3.

• Installation tools (provided by installer or customer).

• Small and medium flat-blade or Phillips screwdrivers.

• Side-cutting pliers/wire snips.

• Small putty knife.

• Meter seals, wire seal, and seal press.

• 11/32-inch nut driver or other blunt tool.

• Itron programming device:

FC200SR handheld computer with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software
or

FC300 with SRead with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software
or

900 MHz Belt Clip Radio with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) and a customer-supplied laptop

Note The FDM version required is dependent upon the 500G ERT module module model in use.

• Replacement screws:

Meter T o mount the 500G ERT

Elster American 1/4 - 20 x 5/8" slotted, Fillister

head

Sensus/Rockwell 10 - 24 x 5/8" slotted, Fillister

head

Itron/Sprague

Sprague/Schlumberger 175
RM

National/Lancaster 10 - 24 x 3/4" Phillips, flat-

Commercial Meter To mount the commercial

Elster American 2A x 3.35" length, slotted

Sensus 2A x 3.63" length, slotted

Rockwell For Alum inum Box Direct

10 - 24 x 5/8" s lotted, Fillister
head
10 - 24 x 1/2-inch, slotted
Fillister head

head, stainless steel

ERT module on the

round-head drilled to accep t
utility-approved w ire seals

round-head drilled to accep t
utility-approved w ire seals

Reading (VDR) index only

Itron Part

SCR-0175-002

SCR-0014-004 10 - 24 x 3/8" thread-forming, Phillips

Itron Part
Number

SCR-0062-001 12 - 24 x 1/2" slotted, Fillister head

SCR-0062-002 2A x 2.94" length, slotted round-head SCR-0062-003

SCR-0062-001

T o mount the index on the 500G

8 - 32 x 3/16" slotted, Fillister head

6 - 32 x 5/8" slotted, Fillister head

10 - 24 x 1/4" slotted, Fillister head

pan-h ead to m ount indexes with legs
6 - 19 x 3/8" thread-forming, Phillips,
Fillister head to mount indexes with
screw holes

T o mount the index (a nd index
assembly , if applic able) on the

machine screws, drilled to accept utility­approved wire seals

Itron Part

SCR-0017-001

SCR-0037-001

Itron Part
Number

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lster American Meter Installation

This chapter provides the instructions to install the 500G ERT module on an Elster American Meter.

Removing the Meter Index

Begin the module installation by removing the index cover and index from the meter.

To remove the index from the meter

1. Remove the four index cover screws and the index cover from the Elster American meter. Alternate screw

removal following the numbered pattern in the photo.

2. Examine the mounting screws. If they are 5/8-inch long and not corroded, keep them to install the ERT

module assembly to the meter. If the screws are not the correct length or if the screws are corroded,
discard.

Note You may use the removed index cover as a temporary storage container for screws. Properly
dispose all unused screws, old index covers, gaskets, tamper seals, and other leftover materials.

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3. Unscrew one index mounting screw completely. Hold one hand under the index to catch the screw. While

you remove the other mounting screw, pull the index away from the meter to keep the index backplate
against the back of the screw. Remove the screw completely after the index is free of the meter.

Set the index aside where it will not be damaged or fill with dirt, rain or snow. You will mount the index
to the ERT module later in this procedure.

4. Verify the index mounting screws are 3/16-inch long and not corroded. If the screws are the correct length

and not corroded, retain for later use. If you discarded the original screws, use the correct replacement
screws (see Installation Prerequisites).

5. Remove the old gasket, gasket residue and dirt from the meter (if applicable). The meter face must be free

of gasket residue and foreign materials before you install the 500G ERT module.

Assembling the 500G ERT Module and Index

Continue the ERT module installation by assembling the ERT module and index.

To assemble the 500G ERT module and index

1. Separate the ERT module housing from the cover by pulling the cover straight out from the housing.

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2. Set the ERT module clear cover aside where it will not be damaged or fill with rain, dirt, or snow. You

will use the cover later in this installation procedure.

Note Elster American Meter indexes are available in different models:
Index wrigglers on one-foot meters with drive slots Index meters on two-fo ot me ters with drive

posts

Index with mounting screw holes Index with mounting slots

If your index has mounting screw slots, skip steps 3 and 4. If your index has mounting screw holes,
perform steps 3 and 4, and skip steps 5 and 6.

3. Using the original index mounting screw or a replacement screw, if necessary, place one 8 - 32 3/16-inch

screw into the index's right-hand mounting screw hole.

4. Attach the screw to the ERT module housing's right-index mounting post just enough to hold the screw

and the right end of the index in place.

5. Screw one 8 - 32 x 3/16-inch screw into the right index mounting post loosely—one or two turns. Do not

tighten the screw.

6. Place the right index mounting screw slot under the screw head. Do not tighten the screw.

7. Slide the index drive post into the ERT module shaft slot. Verify positive engagement.

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Caution If the index wriggler has a drive slot, place the ERT module shaft drive post into the index drive
slot. Failure to mate the ERT module shaft with the index drive post (or slot) can cause binding and lead
to poor registration or meter failure.

8. Install and tighten the left index mounting screw (for indexes with either mounting screw slots or holes).

Tighten the right index mounting screw. Install and tighten index mounting screws evenly.

9. Slide the ERT module cover over the index and housing. Verify the cover is installed correctly. The ERT

module label should be clearly visible and easily read.

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Programming the 500G Assembly

Program the 500G ERT module using:

• An FC200SR handheld computer with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 3.9 or higher

or

• A FC300 with SRead handheld computer with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 3.9 or

higher
or

• A 900MHz Belt Clip Radio with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 3.9 or higher and a

customer-supplied laptop. The Belt Clip Radio connects to the user-supplied laptop using a USB cable or
Bluetooth.

The 500G ERT module modules support enhanced security with the Itron Security Manager. Enabling
command or enhanced security requires additional programming.

To enable enhanced security and for more complete programming information, see the Field Deployment
Manager Endpoint Tools Mobile Application Guide (TDC-0934).

FC200SR FC300 with SRead 900MHz Belt Clip Radio

Caution You must program the ERT module before use.

The ERT module is programmed based on the meter's drive rate. Take note of the index drive rate shown on a
lower dial on the index. Elster American meter index drive rates are either 1-cubic foot, 2-cubic feet or 0.05
cubic meters (not shown below).

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To program the ERT module assembly

1. Program the meter drive rate into the 500G ERT module using the endpoint programming device.

2. For all programming and Check Endpoint operations, hold the handheld programmer as close to vertical as

possible. For optimal results, keep the handheld programmer within 6 feet of the target ERT Module.

3. Verify you have the correct programming mode (Mobile/Handheld Mode).

4. Programming parameters are based on the configuration file loaded into the ERT module programming

device. During programming, the ERT module is set to the nearest 100 cubic feet; the last two digits (tens
and units) are programmed as zeros (0). After programming is complete, the ERT module assembly will
read to the nearest cubic foot.

Attaching the 500G ERT Module Assembly to the Meter

After the 500G ERT module is programmed, attach the ERT module assembly to the Elster American meter.

To attach the ERT module to the meter

1. Align the ERT module to connect with the drive post (or slot) of the meter.

Warning For 5B-225 aluminum meters only: cut 1/16-inch off each ERT module wriggler post to
prevent the wriggler from rubbing on the face of the nut holding the meter drive dog in place.
Trimming the drive post may make the module incompatible with other 2-ft. drive meters.

• For one-foot meters: Align the ERT module assembly wriggler perpendicular to the meter drive post.

• For two-foot meters: Align the ERT module assembly wriggler perpendicular to the meter drive slot.

The pin on the ERT wriggler may be installed inside or outside the meter drive slot. For easy
assembly, Itron recommends installing the pin on the <ERT module> wriggler outside the meter drive
slot.

Warning Failure to correctly align the meter drive post and ERT module drive slot can cause binding
and lead to poor registration or meter failure. If there is a gap between the ERT module gasket and the
meter, it may be the drive slot of the ERT module assembly's wriggler is not correctly aligned with the
meter drive slot. Remove the ERT module assembly and repeat the alignment procedure. You must
engage the ERT module wriggler with the meter drive dog.

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2. Carefully align the ERT module's four screw holes with the holes on the meter. Attach the assembly using

the original mounting screws if they are the correct size and are not corroded (1/4 - 20 x 5/8-inch screws.)
If you discarded the original screws, use the correct replacement screws (see Installation Prerequisites on
page 7). Tighten the screws in an alternating, diagonal pattern as shown in the photo:

• Insert first screw and tighten 1/4 to 1/2 turn after the screw contacts the meter connection.

• Insert the second screw and tighten 1/4 to 1/2 turn after contact with the meter connection.

• Insert the third screw and tighten 1/4 to 1/2 turn after contact with the meter connection.

• Insert the last screw and tighten 1/4 to 1/2 turn after contact with the meter connection.

3. Return to the first screw and tighten. Continue with the second, third and last screw until all screws are

tight. Use equal screw tension to tighten each screw.

Important Meter manufacturers: torque the mounting screws 15 to 20 inch-pounds.

4. Place new tamper seals over the two screws with tamper seal mounts. Press tamper seals into place using

an 11/32-inch nut driver or similar blunt tool.

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5. Complete necessary paperwork and verify all excess materials are removed from the customer premises.

500G ERT module installation on the Elster American meter is complete.

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Sensus 11-tooth

Sensus 16-tooth

Sensus 18-tooth

C HAPTER 3

Sensus Meter Installation

This chapter provides the instructions to install the 500G ERT module on a Sensus meter. These instructions
apply to 11-tooth, 16-tooth, and 18-tooth Sensus 500G ERT modules.

Note Sensus meters are also known as Invensys, Equimeter, or Rockwell. For these instructions, all
meter types are referred to as Sensus meters.

Removing the Meter Index

Begin the module installation by removing the index cover and index from the meter.

To remove the index from the meter

1. Remove the four index cover screws and the index cover from the Sensus meter. Alternate screw removal

following the numbered pattern as shown in the following photo.

2. Examine the mounting screws. If they are 5/8-inch long and not corroded, keep them to attach the 500G

ERT module assembly. If the screws are not the correc t leng th or if the screws are corrod ed, dis car d them.

Note You may use the removed index cover as a temporary storage container for screws. Properly
dispose all unused screws, old index covers, gaskets, tamper seals, and other leftover materials. Do not
leave materials on the customer premises.

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3. Remove one index mounting screw completely. Hold one hand under the index to catch the screw. While

removing the other mounting screw, pull the index away from the meter to keep the index backplate
against the back of the screw. Remove the screw completely after the index is free of the meter.

4. Set the index aside where it will not be damaged or fill with dirt, rain, or snow. You will mount the index

in the ERT module later in this procedure.

5. Verify the index mounting screws are 5/8-inch long and not corroded. If the screws are the correct length

and not corroded, retain for later use. If you discard the original screws, use the correct replacement
screws (see Installation Prerequisites.)

6. Remove the old gasket, gasket residue, and dirt from the meter (if applicable). The meter face mu st be free

of gasket residue or dirt before you install the ERT module.

Assembling the 500G ERT Module and Index

Continue the ERT module installation by assembling the ERT module and index.

To assemble the 500G ERT module and index

1. Separate the ERT module housing from the clear cover by pulling the cover straight out from the housing.

Set the ERT module cover aside where it will not be damaged or fill with rain, dirt, or snow. You will
replace the cover later in this installation procedure.

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2. Place the index drive gear (1) in the shaft gear cup (2) of the ERT module. The example shows an 11-

tooth drive gear. Your index may be a 16- or 18-tooth gear. Use the appropriate 500G ERT module for
your specific meter. See the 500G ERT Module Meter Compatibility List on page 3 for more information.

Warning Indexes have varying drive mechanism styles. Failure to align the ERT module shaft with the

index drive post can cause binding and lead to poor registration or meter failure. To verify proper
engagement of the index to the ERT module shaft, spin the wriggler one clockwise rotation, then one­counterclockwise rotation. Do not spin the shaft more than one complete rotation. The shaft should spin
freely, with little or no resistance.

3. After the index drive gear is aligned and inserted into the shaft gear cup, the mounting holes will line up.

4. Using the original index mounting screw or a replacement screw (if necessary), place one 6 - 32 x 5/8-inch

screw into the index right mounting screw hole.

5. Attach the screw to the ERT module housing right-index mounting post just enough to hold the screw and

the right end of the index in place.

6. Install and tighten the left index mounting screw.

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7. Tighten the right index mounting screw completely. Install and tighten both index mounting screws

evenly.

8. Slide the ERT module cover over the index and housing. Verify the cover is installed correctly. The ERT

module label should be clearly visible and easily read.

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Programming the 500G Assembly

Program the 500G ERT module using:

• An FC200SR handheld computer with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 3.9 or higher

or

• A FC300 with SRead handheld computer with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 3.9 or

higher
or

• A 900MHz Belt Clip Radio with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 3.9 or higher and a

customer-supplied laptop. The Belt Clip Radio connects to the user-supplied laptop using a USB cable or
Bluetooth.

The 500G ERT module modules support enhanced security with the Itron Security Manager. Enabling
command or enhanced security requires additional programming.

To enable enhanced security and for more complete programming information, see the Field Deployment
Manager Endpoint Tools Mobile Application Guide (TDC-0934).

FC200SR FC300 with SRead 900MHz Belt Clip Radio

The ERT module is programmed based on the meter's drive rate. Take note of the index drive rate shown on a
lower dial on the index. Elster American meter index drive rates are either 1-cubic foot, 2-cubic feet or 0.05
cubic meters (not shown below).

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Sensus Meter Installation

To program the ERT module assembly

1. Program the meter drive rate into the 500G ERT module using the endpoint programming device.

2. For all programming and Check Endpoint operations, hold the handheld programmer as close to vertical as

possible. For optimal results, keep the handheld programmer within 6 feet of the target ERT Module.

3. Verify you have the correct programming mode (Mobile/Handheld Mode).

4. Programming parameters are based on the configuration file loaded into the ERT module programming

device. During programming, the ERT module is set to the nearest 100 cubic feet; the last two dig it s (tens
and units) are programmed as zeros (0). After programming is complete, the ERT module assembly will
read to the nearest cubic foot.

Attaching the 500G ERT Module Assembly to the Sensus Meter

After the 500G ERT module is programmed, attach the ERT module assembly to the Sensus meter.

To attach the ERT module assembly to the meter

1. Place the ERT module assembly against the front of the meter at angle.

Warning Failure to correctly align the meter drive gears and ERT module drive gears can cause binding
and lead to poor registration or meter failure. If there is a gap between the ERT module gasket and the
meter, it may be the drive gears of the ERT module assembly's wriggler are not correctly aligned with the
meter drive gears. Remove the 500G ERT module assembly and repeat the alignment procedure. You
must engage the ERT module wriggler with the meter drive gears.

2. Install and tighten the ERT-to-meter mounting screws in an alternating pattern. Use the original mounting

screws if they were the correct size and not corroded. If you discarded the original screws, use the correct
replacement screws (see Installation Prerequisites on page 7).

Caution As the ERT module assembly is secured into its final position on the meter, shifting may occur
due to existing tolerances within the mounting screw holes. To ensure full ERT module wriggler gear to
meter gear engagement, push the ERT module to the right while tightening the screws in the following
pattern.

• Align the top right mounting screw hole on the meter with the top right screw hole on the ERT

module.

• Insert the top right cover mounting screw and tighten the screw enough to hold the ERT module

assembly in place. Do not completely tighten the screw.

• Rotate the ERT module assembly counterclockwise until the remaining three ERT module screw holes

line up with the holes in the meter.

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3. Install the remaining three mounting screws and tighten in the pattern shown in the following illustration.

2. Insert lower left mounting screw (2) and tighten to snug position.

3. Tighten upper right mounting screw (1,3) to snug position.

4. Insert upper left mounting screw (4) and tighten to snug position.

5. Insert lower right mounting screw (5) and tighten to snug position.

Tighten each mounting screw evenly.
Important Meter manufacturers: torque the mounting screws 15 to 20 inch-pounds.

4. Place a new tamper seal over the two screws with tamper seal cups. Press the new tamper seals into place

using an 11/32-inch nut driver (or similar blunt tool).

5. Complete any necessary paperwork and properly dispose excess installation materials and scrap from the

customer premises.

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500G ERT module installation on the Sensu s m eter is com plete.

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I

tron Meter Installation

This chapter provides the instructions to install the 500G ERT module on an Itron meter.

Note Itron meters are also known as Actaris, Schlumberger, or Sprague meters. For these
instructions, all meters will be referred to as Itron meters.

Removing the Meter Index

Begin the module installation by removing the index cover and index from the meter.

To remove the index from the meter

1. Remove the index cover screws and the index cover from the Itron meter. Examine the mounting screws.

If they are 5/8-inch long and not corroded, keep them to re-attach the 500G ERT module assembly. If the
screws are not the corr ect l eng th or if the screws are corrod ed, disc ard them.

Note Use the removed index cover as a temporary storage container for the screws. Properly dispose all
unused screws, old index covers, gaskets, tamper seals, and other leftover materials.

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2. Loosen the index mounting screws 1/2 to one turn. Slide the index to the left and off the mounting screws.

Remove the index from the meter.

3. Set the index aside where it will not be damaged or fill with dirt, rain, or snow. You will mount the index

to the ERT module later in this procedure.

4. Verify the index mounting screws are 1/4-inch long and not corroded. If the screws are the correct length

and not corroded, retain for later use. If you discard the original screws, use the correct replacement
screws (see Installation Prerequisites on page 7).

5. Remove the old gasket, gasket residue, and dirt from the meter (if applicable). The meter face must be free

of gasket residue or dirt before you install the ERT module.

Assembling the 500G ERT Module and Index

Continue the ERT module installation by assembling the ERT module and index.

To assemble the ERT module and index

1. Separate the ERT module housing from the cover by pulling the cover straight out from the housing. Set

the module cover aside where it will not be damaged or fill with rain, dirt or snow. The cover is used later
in this installation procedure.

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2. Screw the index mounting screws into the index mounting posts loosely (one to two turns). Do not tighten

the screws.

3. Align the index wriggler (1) with the ERT module drive post (shaft, 2).

4. Carefully slide the index onto the mounting screws. Verify the ERT module housing drive post makes

positive engagement with the index wriggler.

Caution Indexes have varying drive mechanism styles. Failure to align the ERT module shaft with the

index drive post can cause binding and lead to poor registration or meter failure. To verify proper
engagement of the index to the ERT module shaft, spin the wriggler one clockwise rotation, then one­counterclockwise rotation. Do not spin the wriggler more than one complete rotation. The wriggler should
spin freely, with little or no resistance.

5. Hold the index in place and tighten the index mounting screws.

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6. Slide the ERT module cover over the index and housing. Verify the cover is installed correctly. The label

should be clearly visible and easily read.

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Programming the 500G Assembly

Program the 500G ERT module using:

• An FC200SR handheld computer with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 3.9 or higher

or

• A FC300 with SRead handheld computer with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 3.9 or

higher
or

• A 900MHz Belt Clip Radio with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 3.9 or higher and a

customer-supplied laptop. The Belt Clip Radio connects to the user-supplied laptop using a USB cable or
Bluetooth.

The 500G ERT module modules support enhanced security with the Itron Security Manager. Enabling
command or enhanced security requires additional programming.

To enable enhanced security and for more complete programming information, see the Field Deployment
Manager Endpoint Tools Mobile Application Guide (TDC-0934).

FC200SR FC300 with SRead 900MHz Belt Clip Radio

The ERT module is programmed based on the meter's drive rate. Take note of the index drive rate shown on a
lower dial on the index. Elster American meter index drive rates are either 1-cubic foot, 2-cubic feet or 0.05
cubic meters (not shown below).

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Itron Meter Installation

To program the ERT module assembly

1. Program the meter drive rate into the 500G ERT module using the endpoint programming device.

2. For all programming and Check Endpoint operations, hold the handheld programmer as close to vertical as

possible. For optimal results, keep the handheld programmer within 6 feet of the target ERT Module.

3. Verify you have the correct programming mode (Mobile/Handheld Mode).

4. Programming parameters are based on the configuration file loaded into the ERT module programming

device. During programming, the ERT module is set to the nearest 100 cubic feet; the last two digits (tens
and units) are programmed as zeros (0). After programming is complete, the ERT module assembly will
read to the nearest cubic foot.

Attaching the 500G ERT Module Assembly to the Itron Meter

After you program the ERT module, attach it to the Itron meter.

To attach the ERT module to the meter

1. Align the ERT module so one of its four drive fins (1) lines up with the meter drive dog (2).

Warning Failure to correctly align the meter drive post and ERT module wriggler can cause binding and
lead to poor registration or meter failure. If there is a gap between the ERT module gasket and the meter,
it may be the wriggler of the ERT module is dead-headed against the meter drive dog as shown in the
following illustration.

Remove the ERT module assembly and repeat the alignment procedure. You must engage the meter drive
post with the ERT module wriggler.

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2. Place the 500G ERT module on the meter.

3. Insert the right module mounting screw and tighten the screw until the gasket is against the meter. Do not

completely tighten the mounting screw.

Note Use the original mounting screws to mount the 500G ERT module if they were the correct size and
not corroded. If you discarded the original screws, use the correct replacement screws (see Installation

Prerequisites on page 7

.)

4. Slightly raise the left side of the ERT module (the module will rotate on the right screw) until the left ERT

module mounting hole is approximately 1/4-inch above the left meter mounting hole.

5. Rotate the ERT module down until the module mounting hole is approximately 1/4-inch below the meter

hole.

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6. Rotate the ERT module up to align the left mounting holes. Raising and lowering the ERT module on the

meter drive post facilitates the proper positioning and engagement of ERT module wriggler with the meter
drive post.

7. Insert the left mounting screw and tighten a few turns.

8. Tighten the right and left ERT-to-meter mounting screws in an alternating pattern. Tighten each mounting

screw evenly.

Important Meter manufacturers: torque the mounting screws 15 to 20 inch-pounds.
Tip The following conditions ensure proper engagement of the ERT module to the meter:

• The ERT module fits flush against the meter body--there are no gaps between the ERT module gasket

and the meter body.

• The ERT module mounting holes align with the index cover mounting holes on the meter body.

• The meter test dial moves in relation to gas flowing through the meter.

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9. Place a new tamper seal in the tamper seal cups surrounding the two mounting screws. Press the new

tamper seals into place using an 11/32-inch nut driver or similar blunt tool.

10. Complete any necessary paperwork and properly dispose excess installation materials and scrap from the

customer premises.

500G ERT module installation on the Itron meter is complete.

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Attaching the ERT module Assembly to Sprague Flat-faced

Itron A dapter Plate Kit (CFG-0015-001)

Meters

500G ERT module installation on a flat-faced Sprague meter requires the Itron Adapter Plate Kit (CFG-0015-

001).

1 Adapter Shim Plate
2 Index Cover Mounting Screws
3 Drive Dog
4 Adapter Plate Mounting Screws

To attach the ERT module assembly to the flat-faced Sprague meter

1. Verify the kit inc ludes the materia ls listed in the Itron Adapter Plate Kit table.

Warning The adapter plate must fit flush against the meter face. Some older Sprague meters are not
compatible with the adapter plate. The following examples illustrate the potential obstruction (problem)
areas between the adapter plate and meter. Failure to mount the adapter plate flush on the front of a meter
could result in a binding condition and lead to poor registration or meter failure.

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2. Remove the drive dog from the flat-faced Sprague meter. Replace it with the extended drive dog included

in the kit. Hand-tighten to snug.

Warning A gasket surrounds the meter drive dog shaft. A gas leak could result if the gasket is damaged.

Do not use a tool to install or tighten the new drive dog. Hand-tighten only.

• Attach the adapter plate to the meter with the gasket against the meter face. Secure the plate to the

meter with the two adapter plate mounting screws. Tighten the screws in an alternating pattern.

• Insert the right adapter plate screw and tighten the screw enough to hold it in place.

• Install the left mounting screw and tighten to a snug fit.

• Finish by tightening the right mounting screw to a snug fit.

Tighten each screw evenly.

Note The ERT module must be assembled and programmed following the instructions in To assemble the

ERT module and index on page 26 and Programming the 500G Assembly on page 13 prior to installation on

the meter.

Securing Brass Meter Tags to Flat-faced Meters

Some older Sprague meters have metal index covers with brass meter tags attached (by screws or rivets) to
metal index covers.

Typically, brass meter tags have mounting (screw/rivet) holes on each end of the tag.

Mount brass meter tags using one of three Itron-approved methods.

To secure brass meter tags to flat-faced meters

Method 1 and 2

1. Carefully remove the brass meter tag from the meter index cover. Try not to damage the meter tag

mounting holes.

2. Attach the 500G ERT module assembly to the meter. The Sprague adapter plate has tag mounting holes in

the lower left and right corners. Secure the meter tag to one of the holes with a utility-approved and
provided security seal.

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Method 1: Attach the meter tag to the adapter plate tag mounting hole

Method 2: Attach the meter tag to the 500G ERT module mounting hole
Note If the brass meter tag will be secured to the meter utilizing the ERT-to-meter mounting hole, it must

be attached during the 500G ERT module installation procedure described in Step 1 of Attaching the

500G ERT Module Assembly to the Itron Meter on page 30.

Caution A protruding brass meter tag can present a safety concern particularly if the tag is damaged with
sharp edges protruding from the meter.

Method 3

1. Remove the 500G ERT module index cover.

2. Place the meter tag inside the ERT module assembly for optimal meter tag security. (See To assemble the

ERT module and index on page 26.)

Method 3: Place the brass meter tag inside the ERT module assembly

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Attaching the ERT Module Assembly to a Sprague 175RM
Meters

This section provides the information to attach the 500G ERT module to Sprague 175RM meters.

Removing the Meter Index

Begin the module installation by removing the index cover and index from the meter.

To remove the index from the meter

1. Remove the index cover mounting screws and the index cover from the Sprague 175RM meter. Discard

the index cover and index cover mounting screws.

Note The removed index cover may be used as a temporary refuse container for screws. Properly dispose
the index cover and all unused screws, gaskets, tamper seals, and other leftover materials. Do not leave
materials on customer premises.

2. Loosen the index mounting screws 1/2 to one turn. Slide the index up and off the mounting screws and

remove it from the meter. Set the index aside where it will not be damaged or fill with dirt, rain or snow.
You will mount the index in the module later in this procedure. Remove the index mounting screws from
the meter. Verify the index mounting screws are 1/4-inch long and not corroded. If the screws are the
correct length and not corroded, retain for later use. If the original screws are discarded, use the correct
replacement screws (see Installation Prerequisites on page 7).

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3. Remove the old gasket, gasket residue, and dirt from the meter (if applicable). The meter face must be free

of gasket residue or dirt before you install the ERT module.

Note Properly dispose all unused screws, old index covers, gaskets, tamper seals, and other leftover
materials. Do not leave materials on customer premises.

Assembling the 500G ERT Module and Index

Continue the ERT module installation by assembling the ERT module and index.

To assemble the ERT module and index

1. Separate the ERT module housing from the cover by pulling the cover straight out from the housing. Set

the module cover aside where it will not be damaged or fill with rain, dirt or snow. The cover is used later
in this installation procedure.

2. Screw the index mounting screws into the index mounting posts loosely (one to two turns). Do not tighten

the screws.

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3. Align the index wriggler (1) with the ERT module drive post (shaft, 2).

4. Carefully slide the index onto the mounting screws. Verify the ERT module housing drive post makes

positive engagement with the index wriggler.

Caution Indexes have varying drive mechanism styles. Failure to align the ERT module shaft with the

index drive post can cause binding and lead to poor registration or meter failure. To verify proper
engagement of the index to the ERT module shaft, spin the wriggler one clockwise rotation, then one­counterclockwise rotation. Do not spin the wriggler more than one complete rotation. The wriggler should
spin freely, with little or no resistance.

5. Hold the index in place and tighten the index mounting screws.

6. Slide the ERT module cover over the index and housing. Verify the cover is installed correctly. The label

should be clearly visible and easily read.

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Programming the 100G ERT Module Assembly_175RM

The 500G ERT module support enhanced security with the Itron Security Manager. Enabling command or
enhanced security requires additional programming. Program the 500G ERT module using:

• An FC200SR handheld computer with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 3.9 or higher
or

• An FC300 with SRead handheld computer with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 3.9

or higher

or

• A 900MHz Belt Clip Radio with Field Deployment Manager (FDM) software version 3.9 or higher and a

customer-supplied laptop. The Belt Clip Radio connects to the user-supplied laptop using a USB cable or
Bluetooth.

To enable enhanced security and for more complete programming information, see the Field Deployment
Manager Endpoint Tools Mobile Application Guide (TDC-0934).

FC200SR FC300 with SRead 900MHz Belt Clip Radio

The ERT module is programmed based on the meter's drive rate. Take note of the index drive rate shown on
the drive dial on the index. The ERT module is programmed based on the drive rate. Sprague meter index
drive rates are typically 2-cubic feet.

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To program the ERT module assembly

1. Program the meter drive rate into the 500G ERT module using the endpoint programming device.

2. For all programming and Check Endpoint operations, hold the handheld programmer as close to vertical as

possible. For optimal results, keep the handheld programmer within 6 feet of the targ et ERT Module.

3. Verify you have the correct programming mode (Mobile/Handheld Mode).

4. Programming parameters are based on the configuration file loaded into the ERT module programming

device. During programming, the ERT module is set to the nearest 100 cubic feet; the last two digits (tens
and units) are programmed as zeros (0). After programming is complete, the ERT module assembly will
read to the nearest cubic foot.

Installing the 500G ERT Module Assembly on the Sprague 175RM Meter

After you program the 500G ERT module, install the ERT module assembly on the Sprague 175RM meter.

To install the ERT module on the 175RM meter

1. Align the module wriggler (1) with the meter's drive dog (2).

Warning Failure to properly align the ERT module wriggler with the meter drive post can cause binding

and lead to poor registration or meter failure.

2. Use the replacement mounting screws shipped with the 500G ERT module. Install module-to-meter

mounting screws in an alternating pattern.

• Insert the right module mounting screw and tighten the screw enough to hold it in place. Do not

completely tig hten the scr e w .

• Install the lower left module mounting screw and tighten two turns.

• Insert the lower right mounting screw and tighten two turns.

• Insert the upper left mounting screw and tighten to snug.

• Tighten the mounting screws in an alternating diagonal fashion as shown in the photo below.

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Tighten each mounting screw evenly.
Important Meter manufacturers: torque the mounting screws 15 to 20 inch-pounds.

3. Place a new tamper seal over the two screws in the tamper seal cups. Press the new tamper seals into place

using an 11/32-inch nut driver or similar blunt tool.

4. Complete any necessary paperwork and properly dispose excess installation materials and scrap from the

customer premises.

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500G ERT module installation on the Sprague 175RM meter is complete.

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C HAPTER 5

N

ational (Lancaster) Meter Installation

This chapter provides instructions to install the 500G ERT module on 175 - 250 CFH National (Lancaster)
meters.

Removing the Meter Index

Begin the module installation by removing the index cover and index from the meter.

To remove the index from the meter

1. Remove any tamper seals from the index cover screws. Remove the index cover screws and the index

cover from the meter. Discard the index cover mounting screws and index cover. The 500G ERT module
includes new, different-size 500G ERT module mounting screws

Note You may use the removed index cover as a temporary storage container for screws. Properly
dispose all unused screws, old index covers, gaskets, tamper seals, and other leftover materials. Do not
leave materials on customer premises.

2. Remove one index mounting screw completely. Hold one hand under the index to catch the screw.

3. While you remove the other mounting screw, pull the index away from the meter to keep the index

backplate against the back of the screw.

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4. Remove the screw completely after the index is free of the meter.

5. Set the index aside where it will not be damaged or fill with dirt, rain, or snow. You will mount the index

in the ERT module later in this procedure.

6. Discard the index mounting screws. The 500G ERT module for National (Lancaster) meters includes new,

different-sized index mounting screws (see Installation Prerequisi tes on page 7 for screw informa tion ).

7. Remove the old gasket, gasket residue, and dirt from the meter (if applicable). The meter face must be free

of gasket residue or dirt before you install the 500G ERT module assembly.

Assembling the 500G ERT Module and Index

Continue the ERT module installation by assembling the ERT module and index.

To assemble the 500G and index

1. Separate the 500G ERT module housing from the cover by pulling the cover straight out from the housing.

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