Electric service and metering book 2 metering devices. Book 1 sections g general we energies phone numbers, general information, secondary voltages and one call numbers for location of utility facilities. The knockout on the 200amp meter base is 212 inches in diameter. Rule 5 rules for electric meter and service installations remsi 12112018 capacityresidential units. Now and in the future, were committed to providing safe and reliable natural gas and electric service. Electric service installation manual describes requirements for new electric services and metering.
The specifications and procedures in this hand book are subject to change without notice. Remember that the meter on your home must be located outside on the corner of the dwelling closest to where the electric service enters the. Hand dig only, no ground rods in shaded area chapter 4. Handbook for electricity metering eleventh edition. Buy products related to electric meter products and see what customers say about electric meter products on free delivery possible on eligible purchases. New construction southern maryland electric cooperative. In the power meter handbook, joe friel offers cyclists and triathletes a simple users guide to using a power meter for big performance gains. The service configuration begins as a single phase 3wire service. Handbook for electricity metering eleventh edition this definitive industry text covers all areas of electricity revenue metering, including. As a provider of an essential service, we are working to ensure we are here for our customers, our community and our employees as coronavirus impacts the region. Electric service installation manual has detailed coverage of the codes and requirements for every type of new.
These specifications consolidate and replace both the electric system bulletin no. O overhead installation details of equipment for overhead services, showing equipment layout, critical dimensions and service drop terminations. Please note that effective april 27th, 2009 all references to p. An electricity meter, electric meter, electrical meter, or energy meter is a device that measures the amount of electric energy consumed by a residence, a business, or an electrically powered device electric utilities use electric meters installed at customers premises for billing purposes. Electrical contractors handbook madison gas and electric. They are typically calibrated in billing units, the most common one being the kilowatt hour kwh. This april 2010 edition of the specifications for electrical installations is effective as of june 2010. Electric meter reading handbook smart energy international. It is published jointly by hawaiian electric, maui electric, and hawaii electric light for use by engineers, contractors, home owners, developers, and architects. Information and requirements for the supply of electric service, or silver book on or after that date will not be accepted for connection of new or revised service. You may apply for electric service at any warren recc office between 7. Lemley founded the van meter company in cedar rapids, iowa, just before the start of the great depression in 1928.
Electric meter socket must have 3 feet clearance from the nearest point of. Shoring, sloping, andor some equivalent means meeting osha requirements must be used. Get the best deals on electrical usage meters when you shop. Once youve had your smart kit installed, youll be able to see how much energy youre using on a handheld device called an inhome display, or by logging into your sse online account. As a result, the majority of contractors performing physical work for alliant energy will be required to become subscribers to isnetworld. Mge electric facilities, call mge at 6082527373 for assistance in providing relocation costs. To expedite service connections and treat each of our customers equally and fairly, we have developed installation standards for gas and electric services. Meter sockets a meter socket is the base portion of a socket type meter. If youre building a home, call smecos service department as soon as the footers are in. Residential guides a resource for electric service guides, natural gas piping guides, watt finders guides, and interconnection guidelines.
Electric service handbook service brochure delmarva power. Well need time to engineer your electric service, acquire rightofway, and order equipment. This edition also contains chapters on mathematics, electrical theory, and basic electronics as an introduction to the operation and practical application of metering devices. All circuits in electricity meters, meter sockets, ct. Proving they were forward thinking from the beginning, the bright duo outfitted their headquarters with fluorescent lightingthe first building west of the mississippi to have such a feature.
This edition of electric service and metering book 2 metering devices supersedes all previous editions and is intended to be used in conjunction with the electric service and metering book 1 major changes to book 2. Automatic electric meter reading amr system is a metering system that is to be used for data collecting from the meter and processing the collected data for billing and other decision purposes. All customer owned piping is installed to national grids blue book requirements, and meets city, state, local, ifgc code. Gas and electric service manual for wisconsin and michigan the information provided in this manual is in addition to any other regulations which may apply, including various municipal electric codes and the michigan administrative code. Gas and electric service manual for wisconsin and michigan. Digging within 24 inch of location marks must be done by hand. Louisville gas and electric company electric service handbook electrical safety page iii general information page 1 meter information page 21 temporary and permanent service page 31 commercialindustrial services page 45 special procedures page 51 supplemental information page 55 service related drawings page 61 customers guide. Electric service and meter requirements handbook lcec.
Electric meter has been installed and the dwelling is powered up. Energized electrical circuits present serious safety hazards. Our goal is to work with you to install natural gas and electric service promptly and safely while meeting all construction codes and safety standards. A users guide for cyclists and triathletes friel, joe on. Electric service handbook 2017 commercialindustrial and multifamily projects.
This publication is a guide to the bges requirements and does not cover all the rules and. This booklet is not intended to conflict with the national electrical safety code, the national electrical code, or such state and local laws or ordinances as may be in force in the company service area. Electrical metermans handbook national electric light. Electric service and meter installation requirements 5 meter base requirements 1. All prior specifications that conflict with the specifications in this book cease to be effective on january 1, 2017, and work done to those specifications including all specifications contained in the. Louisville gas and electric company electric service handbook.
Added electric grounding rods and cables to list of potential ignition sources. Page 59 as a unit of resistance, the international ohm, which is based upon the ohm equal to 10 units of resistance of the cgs system of electromagnetic units, and is represented by the resistance offered to an unvarying electric current by a column of mercury at the temperature of melting ice, 14. Whether you are building a new facility or upgrading current electric service, we want you to know that we are here to help. Esb 750 series proposal request pdf for proposals or suggested changes to our specifications for electrical installations and its supplements, please complete this form. American electric power company meter and service guide 1 preface published 123118. In the power meter handbook, joe friel offers cyclists and triathletes a simple users guide to using a power. Meters will fit any ansi rated 4terminal rv power box meter socket. Get the best deals on electrical usage meters when you shop the largest online selection at. Meter bases are provided by the customercontractor and shall be electrical grade, steel, ul listed and stickered, nema 3r, and have a maximum rating of 320 amps residential200amps commercial. Electric specifications technical resources national grid. Electrical meters are located on the outside of your home, between the power line coming from the pole and your electrical panel inside.
Expansion of information on optical voltage and current sensors, inclusion of new meter diagrams. All csst products must meet manufacturers bonding requirements. Handbook for electricity metering, 11th edition edison electric institute on. Examples on complex numbers, addition of current measurement, technology, from basic to advanced meters, expansion of information on optical voltage and current sensors. These specifications and supplements are a guide for the design and construction of electrical installations. Xcel energy is dedicated to providing safe, economical, and reliable service to our customers. Pocket guide to watthour meters is our allinone book on metering.
The handbook provides a general guide for customers, contractors, architects, and engineers who plan to install electrical wiring or equipment that will be connected to our lines. Electric service and meter installation requirements introduction this handbook is provided by oucthe reliableone as a guide for use by customers, electrical contractors, engineers, architects and local inspecting authorities. In this paper we have proposed an automatic meter reading system which is low cost. Learn about alliant energy s contractor safety prequalification requirements. Get free online access to nfpa 70, national electrical code, and other electrical codes and standards. The purpose of this esr manual is to supply essential information to those concerned with the. Natural gas and electric service guide baltimore gas and. Meter a device for measuring the electric power and energy supplied to a customer. Free online access to the nec and other electrical standards. Handbook on electricity meters asiapacific economic cooperation. This handbook covers lcecs requirements for residential, commercial, and. See the full manual of pge electric service requirements.
This handbook is intended to provide a training guide for meter readers and billing personnel with actual digital photos of real life situations and demonstrates the. They record how much electricity you and your family are using. Meter enclosure a wood or metal cabinet, or metal socket, installed indoors or outdoors, in which the companys metering equipment is located. Natural gas customer piping handbook effective date. Electric service and digital meter installation requirements. Smart meters replace your existing energy meter and send us regular meter readings automatically. Information and requirements for the supply of electric service, or silver book on or after that date will not be. Meter bases must have a provision to accept an ouc lock or seal.
Once youve had your smart kit installed, youll be able to see how much energy youre using on a handheld device called an inhome display, or by logging into your sse online account keep track of. How to check meter readingkwh units in digital electric meter. Those meter installations at multiple occupancy buildings where the individual meters for various customers are arranged in a bank or grouping in the same area. Contact new services engineering to determine availability of underground power if there are. This edition of electric service and metering book 2 metering devices supersedes all previous editions and is intended to be used in conjunction with the electric service and metering book 1. This manual supplies essential information to customers, contractors, builders, architects, engineers and others concerned with designing and planning electrical installations.
See below to order optional meter kit, tamper proof seals or meter rings. Expansion of information on optical voltage and current sensors. Refurbished 4 prong low profile electric meter with a polycarbonate cover. The meter socket neutral lug bonds the meter socket to the grounded. In compiling this edition of service standards for the guidance of customers, contractors, electricians. Electrical metermans handbook 1916 edition by committee on meters, national electric light association and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Meter socket checks shows how to safetycheck a meter socket before installing a meter. Rule 5 secondary service up to 600 volts service entrance conductors. Electric service handbook service brochure delmarva.
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