EDMI ES-12B - Environmental Conditions

ES-12B 5 Terminal Single Phase Residential Electricity
Meter - Installation and Commissioning Guide
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3 Environmental Conditions
The ES-12B requires the following environmental conditions:
 The meter must be physically installed in a typical meter environment:
 Either in a standard form non-metallic meter box (BS8567:2012) in an external location
 Or in a standard form non-metallic meter box, or exposed non-metallic backboard in an
internal location
 The meter must be installed in an area which is clear of any metallic obstructions for at least
16cm above to the sides and in front.
 The meter must not be surrounded by earthed metal screening (Faraday cage) that is likely to
exclude electromagnetic signals.
 The meter must be installed in a dry, clean, safe, environment where it is not exposed to the
elements.
 The meter must be installed in an environment free from obvious indications of damp,
excessive moisture and in which the humidity remains between 10 to 95% non-condensing.
 The meter must not be exposed to temperatures below -25°C or that exceed +55°C. The
operation of the meter cannot be predicted outside the stated limits.
There is a risk to the functional operation of the meter, if installed in an environment which
does not meet the requirements specified above
Note: When selecting or inspecting the meter installation site, remember that you will need to allow
space to mount an ICHIS compliant Communications Hub, or Cradle and Flying Lead on the top of
the meter. You will also need to consider the operating conditions required by the Communications
Hub.
The Communications Hub dimensions and required environmental conditions will vary according to
manufacturer. For Communications Hub specifications, refer to your Communications Hub
documentation.