
IL42-5014B
October 2010
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Cellular modem communication option
For the cellular modem communication option, use the following procedure while referring to (Note: the numbered items in
the figures correlate to the removal procedure):
How to remove the existing module
1.
Switch the AC circuit breakers to the “off” position.
2.
Disconnect the communication cable from the surge suppressor.
3.
If present, remove the Kapton tape securing the electronic assembly to the meter base (approximately a 2-inch
strip located at the 12 o’clock position).
4.
Rotate the electronic assembly counterclockwise and gently lift it from the meter base.
5.
Disconnect the AC voltage harness.
6.
Remove the electronic assembly with the communication cable still attached to the electronic assembly.
How to install the RMA/upgrade kit
1.
Unpack the RMA/upgrade kit.
2.
Remove the tape securing wires to the side of the electronics module housing. Remove and discard DC cable from
the kit.
3.
Connect the following cables in the order specified:
a.
Connect the antenna cable from the isolation board to the electronics module.
b.
Connect the communications cable to the surge suppressor or the crossover cable used for modem
applications.
c.
Connect the AC voltage harness from the enclosure to the electronics module.
4.
Place the Kapton tape at the 12 o’clock position to secure the electronic assembly to the meter base.
5.
Connect the communications or crossover (for cellular modem styles) cable to the surge suppressor.
6.
Insert the fuse into the fuse holder.
7.
Switch the AC breakers to the “on” position.
8.
Verify that the gatekeeper is operating.
NOTICE
If the carryover error (Er1 000001) or the clock error (Er3 030000) are displayed when the electronic assembly is powered on,
the errors should be reset using Metercat
™
software.
After you install the assembly for gatekeeper firmware version 6, you must attach new labels to the enclosure.
1.
Attach the new model number label, covering the existing model number label. The model number label is
located inside the enclosure door. If an ESN is present, transfer this number to the new label.
2.
Remove the clear overlay to FCC label and the existing FCC label. Attach the new FCC label and apply the new
clear overlay. The FCC label is located on the outside of the enclosure.