Badger-meter ORION AMR/AMI Hardware Solutions for Gas Utilities User Manual

ORION® Gas EndpointsRemote Endpoint for Gas Meters and Volume Correctors with Pulsed OutputsORI-UM-00168-EN-03 (July 2013)Installation Manual

ENDPOINT DISASSEMBLYIf necessary, the endpoint module can be removed from the ORION remote endpoint housing by holding the module bottom and unscrewi

The ORION remote endpoint module must be put back into the endpoint housing the same way it was taken out. The flat edge and rounded "bulge"

PROCEDURES FOR MOUNTING THE ORION REMOTE ENDPOINT The ORION remote endpoint can be installed in any indoor or outdoor, non-submersible location. Place

MOUNTING AN ORION REMOTE ENDPOINT TO A PIPEInsert the clamp through the appropriate slots on the rear of the ORION endpoint. It may be necessary to re

MOUNTING AN ORION REMOTE ENDPOINT TO A FLAT SURFACETo mount a endpoint to a flat surface, such as a wall or post, four (4) screws (size #8 x 1")

Prior to beginning the installation procedure, ensure that the following items are available:• Remote Installation Bracket• Two #8-32 x 5/8” stainle

On the ORION endpoint, there is a small triangle printed on the lower side of the housing.4. Align the two triangles and push the bracket and endpoin

WIRING CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONSThere are three types of wiring connections: 1. to a volume corrector2. to a gas RT with gel caps3. to an alternative

Volume Corrector ConnectionsTo connect the ORION remote endpoint wires to a Mercury or volume corrector output:• Remove the protective tape or gel ca

CONNECT THE ORION REMOTE ENDPOINT TO A TWOCONDUCTOR CABLE FROM A METER OUTPUTIf connecting a endpoint to a pair of wires, determine the proper length

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1. Crimp the splices carefully and completely. Use a parallel jaw crimper, such as a Badger Meter PN: 59983-001.OTE:N For installation instructions s

ALTERNATIVE PULSE SOURCE CONNECTIONSThe ORION remote endpoint is compatible with most switch-closure pulse devices. Use the following ORION remote en

To program the ORION remote endpoint, place the IR cable so the optic read head aligns with the LED output port.INSTALLATION COMPLETEInstallation of t

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DISCLAIMERThe user/purchaser is expected to read and understand the information provided in this manual, follow any listed safety precautions and Ins

PRODUCT UNPACKING AND INSPECTIONOTE:N If damage to the shipping container is evident upon receipt, request the carrier to be present when the product

INSTALLATION TOOLS• Screwdrivers• Gel-Cap crimper (PN: 59983-001)• Coax stripper• Wire stripper• Wire-cutting pliers• Handheld programmer/data

OVERVIEW OF AN ORION REMOTE ENDPOINTThis manual describes installing an ORION remote endpoint and connecting it to a volume corrector such as a Mercu

ORION REMOTE ENDPOINT FOR GAS METERS AND VOLUME CORRECTORS WITH PULSED OUTPUTSRemote Installation BracketTwo Screws #8-32 x 5/8"Two Lock NutsORIO