Electric Meter Installation Procedures

Meter sockets a meter socket is the base portion of a socket type meter.

Electric meter installation procedures.

Meter installation from pad mount transformer usi ng bushing type ct s figure 14b. We re dedicated to providing safe economical and reliable service. 480v delta or 277 480v wye 200 amp below service self contained metering with meter disconnect figure 16. Three phase or ct service may require additional time for scheduling temporary.

Daily before starting work all meter technicians will be taking their temperature. American electric power company meter and service guide 4 figure 14. The national electric safety code requires an unobstructed working space that extends from the floor or ground to a minimum height of 6 feet 6 inches. Finalize your project step 5.

When the inspection clearance and application have been received ouc will attempt to install a meter s within five 5 to seven 7 business days. Apply for service step 3. Plan your project step 2. Sockets mounted hardware shall be installed into brick concrete block studs or the equivalent.

Any electrical installation involving the service entrance must comply with the local utility company s requirements. Installing or revising electric service there are five simple steps you must take to have electric service installed for the first time or revised at your residence. The meters will be exchanged by meter reading routes. All metallic meter boxes must be grounded.

In addition the meter box has to be secured properly to the wall. Coordinate with project lead step 4. Meter enclosure a wood or metal cabinet or metal socket installed indoors or outdoors in which the company s metering equipment is located. The customer shall install the meter socket or transformer cabinet so that it is plumb tight and level.

Representatives 407 423 9018 to place an application for the meter installation and account application. The line side wires should connect to the upper terminals on the new meter while the bottom terminals are for the load side wires. Meter a device for measuring the electric power and energy supplied to a customer. Meter installation it is important that your new meter is installed in a safe maintained and easily accessible location.

When the meter technician arrives they will knock on your door and present themselves. Your assigned xcel energy representative will work with you to find a meter location that will fit your project needs. Replacement of an existing meter on your home. A building permit from a local municipality may need to be obtained.

Meter installation from pad mount transformer w vt pack 480v figure 15.