ITRON OpenWay Riva Installation Manual

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18 March 2019 TDC-1691-003 Copyright © 2017-2019 Itron, Inc. All rights reserved. Confidentiality Notice The information contained herein is proprietary and confidential and is being provided subject to the condition that (i) it be held in confidence except to the extent required otherwise by law and (ii) it will be used only for the purposes described herein. Any third party that is given access to this information shall be similarly bound in writing. Trademark Notice Itron is a registered trademark of Itron, Inc. All other product names and logos in this documentation are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Suggestions For more information about Itron or Itron products, see www.itron.com. If you have questions or comments about the software or hardware product, contact Itron Technical Support Services. Contact • Email: [email protected] • Itron Access: https://support.itron.com • Telephone Itron Technical Support North America: 1-877-487-6602 For technical support contact information by region, go to www.itron.com and select your country and language.

Modifications and repairs..................................................................................................................................... 1 Electrostatic discharge..........................................................................................................................................1 Do not drop ..........................................................................................................................................................1 Chapter 2 OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide Overview........... 2 Audience............................................................................................................................................................... 2 Related documents...............................................................................................................................................2 Chapter 3 About the OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor (OLS)................................. 3 OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor spacing guidelines.................................................................................................. 3 1:6 deployment ratio.................................................................................................................................. 3 1:4 deployment ratio.................................................................................................................................. 4 1:3 deployment ratio.................................................................................................................................. 4 1:2 deployment ratio.................................................................................................................................. 4 Chapter 4 OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor compatibility with the 100W+ ERT Module....................................................................................................... 5 Programming the 100W+ module for OLS compatibility......................................................................................5 Chapter 5 OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor Installation..........................................8 OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor installation equipment.............................................................................................8 Leak Sensor (OLS) installation with the pit water module ........................................................................ 9 Installing the OLS..............................................................................................................................10 Connecting the OLS......................................................................................................................... 11 Attaching a security seal ..................................................................................................................12 OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor (OLS) installation with a remote water module...........................................13 Installing the OLS with the remote Itron module...............................................................................13 Appendix A Using Gel-cap Connectors...........................................................17 OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 iii Proprietary and Confidential

Information This section provides important information for your safety and product compliance. Modifications and repairs Warning: This unit cannot be modified and is not repairable. Attempts to modify or repair this module will void the warranty. Electrostatic discharge Warning: Internal circuit components can be sensitive to electrostatic discharge. Before installation, discharge electrostatic buildup by touching a metal pipe or other earth-grounded metal object prior to touching the meter body, register housing, or Itron device. Do not drop Warning: While Itron modules are designed to withstand a drop, dropping the module may damage the device and void the warranty. OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 1 Proprietary and Confidential

Installation Guide Overview This installation guide describes deployment of the OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor. The leak sensor provides the tool to monitor water systems for water leaks. Audience This installation guide is intended for Itron personnel, third-party installers, and end users who want to understand the installation and use of Itron OpenWay Riva Leak Sensors to monitor their water systems for water leaks. Related documents For more information about compatible OpenWay Riva Water Modules or 100W+ water ERT modules and their ordering and installation, reference the listed documents. Document Itron part number OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module Installation Guide TDC-1743-XXX OpenWay Riva Water Remote Module Installation Guide TDC-1687-XXX 100W/100W+ and 100WP/100WP+ Pit Water ERT Module Installation Guide TDC-0909-XXX 100W-R/100W-R+ and 100WP-R/100WP-R+ Remote ERT Module Installation Guide TDC-0951-XXX OpenWay Riva Water Products Ordering Guide PUB-0063-004 Itron Water Products Ordering Guide PUB-0063-001 Itron Water and Telemetry Compatibility Guide PUB-0063-002 OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 2 Proprietary and Confidential

Sensor (OLS) The OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor connects to an OpenWay Riva water or 100W+ module (pit or remote) to provide leak monitoring information over network communications. The water module stores 40 days of OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor data. On the 41st day, the water module begins to overwrite the stored data in a first in-first out manner. The water module automatically detects the presence of a connected OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor. The water module auto-detects the OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor within 1 hour and begins to read the leak sensor's data. The OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor is used in conjunction with both indoor (basement) and outdoor (mounting on the house or in a pit) Itron water module installations. OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor devices are mounted on a water service pipe or meter insetter (meter horn) and connect to the telemetry connector or telemetry lead wires on the Itron water module. Leak sensors attach to service lines using the mounting bracket shipped with the OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor. The mounting bracket accommodates a (up to) 1-1/2-inch outside diameter (OD) pipe. An optional large mounting bracket is available for pipe sizes up to 2-1/2-in OD pipe. In standard installations, the leak sensor mounts in the meter box or inside a house or commercial building on the distribution side of the meter. The OLS detects sounds to determine leaks on pipes up to 16" in diameter. OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor spacing guidelines OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor deployment guidelines are based on ratios. Applying basic principles to gathered information helps determine the correct system ratio for a given deployment area. The leak sensor detects sound linearly down a service line and the mains. The pipe material and condition determine how far the leak sensor can detect sound. 1:6 deployment ratio On metal mains and service lines, leak sensors may be deployed in a 1:6 ratio. The total distance between sensors is calculated by adding the service line and main line lengths. For best results using the 1:6 ratio, place sensors near block corners to cover intersecting mains keeping sensors 300' apart. Follow these leak sensor placement guidelines for the 1:6 ratio deployment. • The main is 6" or less in diameter. • The service line is < 2" in diameter. • The service line is < 75' in length from the meter to the main. • The parcel width is < 75' from center to center. OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 3 Proprietary and Confidential

In areas that have parcel widths typically less than 75' and service line lengths less than 75', Itron recommends deploying sensors on every other house or building on the short service side of the main. This deployment results in a 1 to 4 ratio. 1:3 deployment ratio In systems with all metal mains and service lines, Itron recommends deploying leak sensors in a 1:3 ratio keeping sensors between 300' and 350' apart. A best practice is to place sensors near block corners to cover intersecting mains. Follow these leak sensor placement guidelines for the 1:3 ratio deployment. • The main is 8" or less in diameter. • The service line is < 2" in diameter. • The service line is < 125' in length from the meter to the main. • The parcel width is <175' from center to center. 1:2 deployment ratio In systems with PVC or Transite pipes, Itron recommends a 1:2 deployment ratio. Use the 1:2 ratio for the listed deployment conditions. • The pipe types are PVC or Transite. • The pipe size is 10" to 16" in metal applications. • The parcel width is > 175' from center to center. • The distances covered are > 125' from meter to main. About the OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor (OLS) OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 4 Proprietary and Confidential

compatibility with the 100W+ ERT Module The OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor is compatible with the OpenWay Riva Water Module and the 100W+ Water ERT Module. Note: Compatibility with the 100W+ module requires an FDM > Set Leak Sensor Port Power Level programming update. Programming the 100W+ module for OLS compatibility Completing this task requires Itron Field Deployment Manager. Launch FDM, select Tools > 02 100W and complete these instructions. 1. Enter the Endpoint ID (ERT module serial number). 2. Select Set Leak Sensor Port Power Level. OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 5 Proprietary and Confidential

items are dependent on the field service technician's permissions. 3. Verify the Endpoint ID. If prompted, enter the Utility ID. 4. Click Next. Note: A radio operation will occur to change the power level. The Set Leak Sensor Port Power Level display returns a verification confirming the power level change. 5. Connect the OLS. (For connection information, see Connecting the OLS on page 11.) 6. From the FDM Tools menu, select Check Endpoint. OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor compatibility with the 100W+ ERT Module OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 6 Proprietary and Confidential

connected. OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor compatibility with the 100W+ ERT Module OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 7 Proprietary and Confidential

Installation This section describes installation of the OLS with an Itron OpenWay Riva Water or 100W+ water module. The OLS mounts on a water service pipe or meter insetter (meter horn). These installation instructions show installation and connection with the OpenWay Riva Water module. Follow the same installation steps when installation is with a 100W+ water module. Important: Ensure that the pipe is clean and free from dust or dirt to facilitate direct contact with the OLS surface. OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor installation equipment The following materials may be needed for OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor installation. The device modules are dependent on your installation type. For a list of OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor and water module installation equipment, refer to the Water ERT Products Ordering Guide (PUB-0063-001) or OpenWay Riva Water Products Ordering Guide (PUB-0063-004). Equipment Itron part number Description OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor • LDS-1601-001 • LDS-1601-002 • OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor with 5-foot cable with inline connector and mounting clamp (CFG-1601-101, includes threaded mounting post and mounting clamp bolts. Fits ½ to 1- inch outside diameter pipe). • OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor with 5-foot cable with flying leads (for installation with Itron remote water modules) and mounting clamp (CFG-1601-101, includes threaded mounting post and mounting clamp bolts. Fits ½ to 1-inch outside diameter pipe). Optional large mounting clamp • CFG-1601-102 • Includes threaded mounting post and mounting clamp bolts. Mounting clamp fits 1-1/4 to 2 inch outside diameter pipe. OpenWay Riva Water Module ERW-1601-001 Pit water module Warning: When the pit OpenWay Riva Water Module is installed but the telemetry device is not attached, you must protect the blue telemetry connector with the universal environmental cap (MSC-0019-012). If you disconnect the telemetry device from the pit module, the environmental cap must be replaced to protect the connector. ERW-1601-002 Remote water module 100W+ ERT module • ERW-1300-403 • ERW-1300-409 Pit water module • 100W+ encoder with integral connectors for register, telemetry device, and direct connect remote antenna OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 8 Proprietary and Confidential

Description • 100W+ pulser with integral connectors for register, telemetry device, and direct connect remote antenna • ERW-1300-313 • ERW-1300-316 Remote water module • 100W-R+ encoder with flying leads for register and telemetry device • 100WP-R+ pulser with flying leads for register and telemetry device Leak Sensor (OLS) installation with the pit water module Installation of the OLS with a pit water module requires the OLS with an inline connector (Itron part number LDS-1601-001). The OLS connects to the telemetry connector on the pit module. For pit module installation instructions, see the installation guide for your water module. For more information, see Related documents on page 2. If the OLS 5 foot cable is not long enough to reach the OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module, an extension cable is available from Itron (CFG-0151-404). The maximum cable length between the OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor and the OpenWay Riva Pit Water Module is 30 feet. Caution: If the pit module is installed to enable communications for the OLS but a register is not connected, replace the register connector's cap (2) with the environmental cap removed from the blue telemetry connector (1) to protect the register connector. OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor Installation OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 9 Proprietary and Confidential

The following steps show installation and interface with the OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor and the OpenWay Riva pit water module. Complete installation and interface with the 100W+ pit water module in the same manner. 1. Select a mounting location within 5 feet of the water module. Important: If the OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor mounting location is in a meter box, ensure that there is adequate room for the leak sensor and the pit water module. Mount the leak sensor on the water input side of the meter. 2. Verify that the pipe’s mounting surface is free from dirt and debris. 3. Mount the sensor mounting clamp on the pipe on the water input side of the meter. Caution: • Failure to mount the OLS on the water input side of the meter could result in errors in the leak detection data. • Installation requires Itron mounting hardware. Repair costs and service charges relating to the use of non-compliant mounting hardware will be charged to the customer. Contact Itron Support for more information. • Do not mount the OLS on a pipe coupler, joint, or nut. • The mounting clamp must be firmly connected to the pipe. ◦ Tighten the 2 screws evenly so that pipe clamp halves are parallel to one another. ◦ Tighten the screws to 10 – 15 inch lbs (hand tight and one-half a turn). • When the OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor is connected: ◦ the assembly must not rock back and forth. ◦ the mounting clamp must not rotate around the pipe unless considerable force is used. 4. Align the OLS mounting lock pin with the pin receptacle on the mounting base and insert the sensor. OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor Installation OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 10 Proprietary and Confidential

Note: For OLS installations on pipes 1-1/4 to 2 inches, use the optional larger mounting clamp. For ordering information, see the Itron water products ordering guides (for ordering guide part numbers, see Related documents on page 2. Connecting the OLS After the pit module is installed in the desired location, connect the pit module to the OLS. Note: These instructions show connection to the OpenWay Riva Water Module. Connection to the 100W+ ERT module is the same. Connect the OLS to the blue 100W+ (2, telemetry) connector. 1. Remove the environmental cap from the blue telemetry connector (3) of the pit module. OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor Installation OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 11 Proprietary and Confidential

pit module telemetry connector and the OLS connector) are clean and dry. 3. Align the OLS connector with the pit module's blue connector and insert. 4. Rotate the connector locking ring until the security holes align. Caution: Do not force the connector ends together. While you hold the OLS connector, engage the pit module connector by rotating the locking ring until both connectors securely connect. Twist only the connector locking ring, not the body of the connector. Twisting the connector body could damage the connector's pins. Attaching a security seal After the OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor is connected to the pit water module, attach the Itron security seal. OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor Installation OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 12 Proprietary and Confidential

connector security holes. 2. Insert the pointed end of the security seal into the capped end and push until the seal locks. OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor (OLS) installation with a remote water module Installation of the OLS with a remote water module requires an OLS with flying lead ends (Itron part number LDS-1601-002). For the remote module installation instructions, see the installation guide for your Itron remote water module (for installation guide part numbers, see Related documents on page 2. Installing the OLS with the remote Itron module The following steps provide the information to install and interface the OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor with the remote Itron water module. For remote module installation, see the installation guide for your remote module. These instructions show installation illustrations with both the remote OpenWay Riva Water Module and 100W-R+/100WP-R+ ERT module. Each step is the same regardless of product type. For installations requiring a longer cable between the OLS and the OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module, extension cabling is OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor Installation OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 13 Proprietary and Confidential

OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module is 30 feet. 1. Connect the OLS wires to the remote water module using gel cap connectors to complete the connections (for instructions for using the gel cap connectors, see Using Gel-cap Connectors on page 17). Match the OLS wire and remote water module wire colors. 2. Attach cable strain relief to the connected cables. Note: These instructions show attaching cable strain relief to the register wire connections. Follow these steps to complete the OLS wire connections. The steps are identical. 3. Wrap the cable tie around the meter register or secondary connection cable. 4. Insert the pointed end of the cable tie into the receptacle end of the cable tie with the ribbed edge facing in. 5. Pull the pointed end of the cable tie until the cable tie is hand-tightened. 6. Insert the excess cable tie into the cable tie gun. Pull the cable gun trigger to tighten and clip the excess cable tie. The cable tie gun shown in the illustration is equipped with a red dial that allows the user to set the cable tightening pressure of the cable gun. Note: If your cable tie gun is equipped with a dial to set the tightening pressure, set the pressure to ensure that the cable tie is secure on the lead wire. After installation, the cable tie must not move on the register or secondary lead wire. 7. If your cable tie gun does not have a clipping feature, remove the cable tie from the cable tie gun. Using a side cutter pliers, clip the excess cable tie. OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor Installation OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 14 Proprietary and Confidential

the inside. 9. Attach the backplate. 10. Route the register cable and telemetry device cable through the dual-port backplate. Ensure that the cable strain reliefs are inside the module housing and backplate assembly. 11. Route the register cable through the bottom backplate cable cutout and telemetry device cable through the top backplate cable cutout. OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor Installation OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 15 Proprietary and Confidential

logo is not upside down. 13. Insert a backplate mounting screw in one corner and tighten the screw two or three turns. Insert the remaining three screws and tighten each a few turns. 14. Completely tighten all screws evenly in an alternating fashion. 15. Mount the remote water module to the pipe. For mounting instructions, see the OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide (TDC-0951-XXX). OpenWay Riva Leak Sensor Installation OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 16 Proprietary and Confidential

This section describes connecting the Itron device to the water meter register using gel cap connectors. Required Materials • E-9R 3M® gel cap crimping tool • Gel cap connectors 1. Push two wires as far as possible into the connector. Caution: Do not strip insulation from the ends of the wires before inserting them into the connector. 2. Carefully place the connector and wires into the jaws of the crimping tool. Make sure that the wires remain fully inserted in the gel cap connector. 3. Crimp the connector by squeezing the handles until the connector cap is fully seated. Continue to apply pressure for three seconds. OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 17 Proprietary and Confidential

with the top of the connector body (2). Warning: Crimping the connector forces some sealant out of connector. The sealant protects the inside of the connector against insects, moisture, and other contaminants. The sealant may cause minor eye and skin irritation. Avoid eye contact. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. Contact Itron Support for Safety Data Sheets (SDS). Using Gel-cap Connectors OpenWay® Riva Leak Sensor Installation Guide TDC-1691-003 18 Proprietary and Confidential