Quadlogic RSM-5c, Installation Manual

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© COPYRIGHT
2008 www.quadlogic.com
© COPYRIGHT
2008 www.quadlogic.com
Chapter
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Introduction
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The RSM-5c and RSM-5 products are single-tenant digital electric meters
used for commercial, residential or industrial applications. The meters record
interval data from hourly down to 15 minutes which allows flexible load profiling
and Time-of-Use (TOU) billing options. They also measure four-quadrant
energy, power-down events, frequency, etc. enabling the user to analyze power
quality.
Using a Pulse Datalogger the RSM-5c and RSM-5 are capable of collecting pulse
data from any device capable of dry contact outputs, such as water, gas, or BTU
meters. The Pulse Datalogger can count pulses for up to 4 discrete meters,
even during power loss events.
P
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C
ommunICatIons
(PlC)
Power Line Communications, or PLC, is a method of transferring meter data
via the existing electric power wires that serve each tenant in a building.
Quadlogic employs a patented method of PLC to move large amounts of
metered data for residential and commercial and industrial (C&I) customers to
a central collection point. All Quadlogic meters can communicate over power
lines. For more information about Quadlogic’s PLC please visit our website at
www.quadlogic.com.
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• Do not install if the device is damaged. Inspect the meter box for obvious
defects such as dents or cracks in the housing.
• If the device is installed or used in a manner not specified by the
accompanying documents, the safety of the device may be impaired.
• If the device functions abnormally, proceed with caution. The safety of
the device may be impaired.
• Do not install the meter in the presence of explosive or combustible gas or
gas vapor.
• Do not install the meter on an electrical service with current or voltage
outside of the specified limits of the device.
• Do not operate the meter with the cover removed.
• To avoid electric shock, disconnect mains before replacing fuses.
• Beware of working around the meter when the voltage is live. There is a
risk of electric shock.
• For protection against fire, replace only with fuses of the specified voltage
and current rating.
• Installation should be done by persons who have received training and
are qualified to work with electricity and electrical metering equipment.
All applicable national and local electrical codes and standards must be
followed. Failure to follow proper procedures may result in damage to the
equipment and/or serious bodily harm including death.
• See instructions for connection diagrams.
Protective Conductor Terminal
Securely fasten one end of the grounding wire (#12 AWG recommended) so
that the grounding screw cuts the paint on the back box. Securely fasten other
end of the wire to true ground connection. When grounding to the electrical
conduit, use continuous metallic pipes, bending when necessary instead of
using couplers.
Step 1: Mount the box
The RSM-5c or RSM-5 back box is the enclosure for the meter head. The back
box is supplied with the RSM-5c or RSM-5 fuse block installed in the box.
1. Choose a section of wall to mount the meter. This should be as close as
possible to the distribution panel (preferably within 24”). The RSM-5c and
RSM-5 meters mount in a single metal box that must be attached to the
wall and connected by conduit.
RSM-5c and RSM-5 Installation
Chapter
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