Electric Meter Installation Procedures

All mounting holes provided in the meter socket shall be used and no additional mounting holes shall be drilled.

Electric meter installation procedures. Meter installation from pad mount transformer usi ng bushing type ct s figure 14b. Meter sockets a meter socket is the base portion of a socket type meter. Plan your project step 2. Any electrical installation involving the service entrance must comply with the local utility company s requirements.

The line side wires should connect to the upper terminals on the new meter while the bottom terminals are for the load side wires. The customer shall install the meter socket or transformer cabinet so that it is plumb tight and level. Sockets mounted hardware shall be installed into brick concrete block studs or the equivalent. A building permit from a local municipality may need to be obtained.

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. Three phase or ct service may require additional time for scheduling temporary. Meter enclosure a wood or metal cabinet or metal socket installed indoors or outdoors in which the company s metering equipment is located. When the meter technician arrives they will knock on your door and present themselves.

For electrical equipment mounted higher than 6 feet 6 inches this space shall extend to the top of the equipment. Representatives 407 423 9018 to place an application for the meter installation and account application. American electric power company meter and service guide 4 figure 14. Finalize your project step 5.

480v delta or 277 480v wye 200 amp below service self contained metering with meter disconnect figure 16. 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. Your assigned xcel energy representative will work with you to find a meter location that will fit your project needs. The meters will be exchanged by meter reading routes.

Apply for service step 3. We re dedicated to providing safe economical and reliable service. 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. All metallic meter boxes must be grounded.

Replacement of an existing meter on your home. Meter installation from pad mount transformer w vt pack 480v figure 15. In addition the meter box has to be secured properly to the wall. Connect the wires to the corresponding places on your new electrical meter by slipping them into the appropriate spot and screwing it down with the screwdriver.

Daily before starting work all meter technicians will be taking their temperature.