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OpenWay® Riva™ Pit Water Module Installation Guide
March 24 2017
TDC-1666-000
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Contents
Chapter 1 Important Safety and Compliance Information.............................. 1
FCC Part 15 Rules................................................................................................................................................ 1
Lithium battery safety........................................................................................................................................... 2
Modications and repairs..................................................................................................................................... 2
Disconnecting power............................................................................................................................................ 2
Electromagnetic compatibility...............................................................................................................................3
Electrostatic discharge..........................................................................................................................................3
Drop height limitation............................................................................................................................................3
Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva Water Module......................................... 4
OpenWay Riva water pit module description ...................................................................................................... 4
Related documents...............................................................................................................................................5
Itron Security Manager (ISM)................................................................................................................................ 5
Enabling OpenWay Riva water pit module security................................................................................... 6
Battery life............................................................................................................................................................. 6
OpenWay Riva water pit module transmission modes......................................................................................... 6
OpenWay Riva water pit module operating modes.............................................................................................. 6
Error/warning ags................................................................................................................................................7
Chapter 3 Initializing, Connecting, and Programming the OpenWay Riva
Water Pit Module.............................................................................................. 9
OpenWay Riva water pit module start-up.............................................................................................................9
Programming the pit module................................................................................................................................ 9
Extending the water pit module cable ............................................................................................................... 10
Connecting the pit module to an encoder-type meter register...........................................................................10
Connecting the pit module to a pulser-type meter register................................................................................ 11
Verifying pit module operation ........................................................................................................................... 12
Chapter 4 Installing the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module ........................... 13
Pit module mounting accessories.......................................................................................................................14
Pit modules with integral connectors................................................................................................................. 14
Through-lid installation....................................................................................................................................... 15
Through-lid mount required tools and hardware......................................................................................15
Installing the module in the pit lid............................................................................................................ 16
Rod mount installation........................................................................................................................................ 17
Rod mounting required tools and hardware............................................................................................ 17
Installing the pit module on a rod.............................................................................................................18
Wall mount installation........................................................................................................................................ 20
Installing the module to the pit wall......................................................................................................... 20
Optional Riva Leak Sensor installation............................................................................................................... 22
Riva Leak Sensor installation equipment................................................................................................. 23
Pipe preparation.......................................................................................................................................23
Installing the Leak Sensor........................................................................................................................ 24
Connecting the leak sensor to the module.............................................................................................. 25
Attaching a security seal to the completed connection...........................................................................25
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Optional remote water disconnect valve installation.......................................................................................... 26
Installing the remote water disconnect valve ..........................................................................................26
Optional through-the-lid remote antenna installation......................................................................................... 30
OpenWay Riva through-the-lid remote antenna ..................................................................................... 31
Installing the through-the-lid remote antenna..........................................................................................32
Connecting the through-the-lid remote antenna module.........................................................................33
Chapter 5 Using the Itron Cable Armor...........................................................34
Installing the Itron cable armor........................................................................................................................... 34
Chapter 6 Connecting the Inline Connector................................................... 36
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting............................................................................... 38
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Chapter 1 Important Safety and Compliance
Information
This section provides important information for your safety and product compliance.
FCC Part 15 Rules
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference that may cause undesirable operation.
This device must be permanently mounted such that it retains a distance of 20 centimeters
(7.9 inches) from all persons in order to comply with FCC RF exposure levels.
USA, FCC Class B-Part 15
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
Compliance Statement Canada
This device complies with Innovation, Science
and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference (2) this
device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Déclaration de Conformité
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR
d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1)
l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, (2)
l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
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Under Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada (ISED) regulations, this
radio transmitter may only operate using an
antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain
approved for the transmitter by Industry
Canada. To reduce potential radio interference
to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the equivalent
isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more
than that necessary for successful
communication.
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie
Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut
fonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un
gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour
l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de
réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique
à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir
le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la
puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente
(p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à
l'établissement d'une communication
satisfaisante.
Modifications and Repairs
To ensure system performance, this device and antenna shall not be changed or modified
without the expressed approval of Itron. Per FCC rules, unapproved modifications or operation
beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Lithium battery safety
Warning: Follow these procedures to avoid injury to avoid injury to yourself or
others:
•The lithium battery may cause a fire or chemical burn if it is not disposed of
properly.
• Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100° Celsius (212° Fahrenheit),
crush, expose to water, or incinerate the lithium battery.
• Keep the lithium battery away from children.
• Fire, explsion, and severe burn hazard.
Modifications and repairs
Warning: This unit cannot be modified and is not repairable. Attempts to modify
or repair this module will void the warranty.
Disconnecting power
Warning: Qualified technicians: during service, disconnect power to prevent
ignition of flammable or combustible atmospheres.
Important Safety and Compliance Information
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Electromagnetic compatibility
Warning: ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
Use only approved accessories with this equipmemt. Unapproved modifications
or operation beyond or in conflict with these instructions for use may void
authorization by the authorities to operate the equipment.
Electrostatic discharge
Warning: Internal circuit card components can be sensitive to electrostatic
discharge. Before installation, discharge electrostatic buildup by touching a metal
water pipe or other earth-grounded metal object prior to touching the meter body,
register housing, or water module.
Drop height limitation
Warning: ERT modules contain sensitive electronic components which can be
damaged if the module is dropped from heights greater than 36 inches. Product
warranty coverage is contingent on not exceeding this drop height limitation.
Important Safety and Compliance Information
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Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva Water
Module
OpenWay Riva remote modules are high-power radio frequency transmitting modules that
attach to water registers/meters to collect consumption usage and tamper data. The
OpenWay Riva remote module is an IPv6-compliant endpoint designated to communicate
over the ItronOpenWay Riva multi-purpose IoT solution; Itron Riva Network or the legacy
ChoiceConnect network. The Riva Water module transmits in ChoiceConnect Mobile,
ChoiceConnect Hard-to-Read Mobile, ChoiceConnect High Power Mobile, or OpenWay
Riva Network mode.
The OpenWay Riva water modules ship from the factory in Factory Mode which prevents
unwanted radio transmissions during transit. After installation and programming, the pit
modules acquire and transmit meter register data in accordance with the selected pit
module parameter settings.
The OpenWay Riva water modules support protocols for a variety of meter manufacturer's
registers. Refer to the Water Meter and Telemetry Module Compatibility List
(PUB-0063-002), for the list of supported meters and registers.
OpenWay Riva water modules feature the following capabilities:
• Leak Detection and Reverse Flow Detection. OpenWay Riva water modules feature
robust algorithms that provide Leak and Reverse Flow Detection.
• (Optional) Riva Leak Sensor
◦ The optional Riva Leak Sensor analyzes water flow sound patterns to detect water
leaks. Leak Sensor analysis data is uploaded to the mlogonline Network Leak
Monitoring online portal. Systems with optional Leak Sensor devices access leak
information through a utility-specific, secure mlogonline portal (for more information,
see the mlogonline Network Leak Monitoring System User Guide TDC-0792-XXX).
• (Optional) Telemetry Devices
◦ An optional remote water disconnect valve provides water utilities with a non-intrusive
means of managing customer disconnects and reconnects that traditionally required
on-site visits. The remotely-controlled disconnect valve helps lower the utility's costs by
eliminating routine move-in/move-out service calls.
Note: Remote water disconnect operation requires an pit module with enhanced security
enabled. To learn more about enabling enhanced security, see the Field Deployment
Manager Endpoint Tools Mobile Application Guide (TDC-0934-XXX).
OpenWay Riva water pit module description
Description Itron part number
OpenWay Riva water pit module ERW-1600-001
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Note: The OpenWay Riva water module works accurately with cable lengths up to 300 feet.
Related documents
Document description Itron part number
OpenWay Riva Water Remote Module Installation Guide TDC-1687-XXX
OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module Installation Guide TDC-1666-XXX
OpenWay Collection Manager Operational Guidelines
OpenWay Riva Events and Exceptions Reference Guide
Field Deployment Manager Endpoint Tools Mobile
Application Guide
TDC-0934-XXX
Field Deployment Manager Field Representative's Guide TDC-0936-XXX
900 MHz Belt-Clip Radio User's Guide TDC-0889-XXX
FC300 Getting Started Guide TDC-0898-XXX
FC200 Series Getting Started Guide TDC-0598-XXX
Itron Mobile Radio Quick Reference Guide
Water Module Products Ordering Guide PUB-0063-001
Water Meter and Telemetry Module Compatibility List PUB-0063-002
mlogonline™ Network Leak Monitoring System User Guide TDC-0792-XXX
Note: XXX designates the document revision and is subject to change without notice.
Itron Security Manager (ISM)
Users have the option of enabling enhanced security in OpenWay Riva Water Pit Modules.
Itron Security Manager (ISM) is a feature of the OpenWay Riva system that ensures certain
pit module commands are issued through secure radio communications between the
handheld computer, Mobile Collector, or OpenWay Riva system.
There are two fundamental security processes used in the OpenWay Riva system to ensure
secured commands are confidential and valid.
•Authentication. Authentication is the process of confirming that an artifact is genuine or
valid. Authentication in the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module is the process of verifying
the request is from a valid source and in its original form.
•Encryption. Encryption is the process of transforming information to make it unreadable
to anyone who does not have a valid security key. There are two types of encryption:
symmetric and asymmetric. Symmetric encryption uses a shared key to decrypt or
encrypt information. Asymmetric encryption uses a private key to encrypt and a public
key to decrypt. Data transmissions over the network are protected using AES-256
encryption.
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Enabling OpenWay Riva water pit module security
Each pit module ships from the Itron factory with a utility factory security key. The presence
of this utility factory key does not enable security. To utilize the module's security feature,
the installer must use an Itron programming device that is configured with the corresponding
security key for that particular pit module. Initial key exchange commands are secured using
the utility factory key. For more information about programming the pit module, see the FDM
Endpoint Tools Mobile Application Guide (TDC-0934).
Battery life
Powered by four non-replaceable, long-life lithium batteries, the OpenWay Riva pit module
has an expected battery life of 20 years. OpenWay Riva water modules include a battery
replacement alarm that helps utilities plan and manage field module replacements.
OpenWay Riva water pit module transmission modes
The OpenWay Riva water pit module is an IPv6 Wisun compliant device that operates in
ChoiceConnect mobile or OpenWay Riva Network mode.
In ChoiceConnect mobile mode, the module transmits every nine seconds over multiple RF
channels to report on:
• meter register value
• cut cable or communication error tamper(s)
• reverse flow (encoder version selected)
• system leak status
• low battery indicator
In OpenWay Riva Network mode, the module reports four interrogation cycles daily. Each
interrogation collects six hours of interval and event data. The OpenWay Riva water module
also sends a local access beacon message every 60 seconds that allows users to gather
contingency readings locally when needed.
The OpenWay Riva water module uses the 908-924 MHz ISM frequency band and does not
require an FCC license to ready the OpenWay Riva pit modules.
OpenWay Riva water pit module operating modes
1. Factory mode
• Pit Modules ship from the factory in Factory Mode.
• The pit module's transmitter is off.
• The pit module's receiver bubbles-up to listen for a programming command.
• pit modules attempt to read the register every hour.
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• Last Good Read and Extended Tamper Flags may be set when a register is not
connected.
• If the pit module reads a connected register, the pit module automatically moves to
Run Mode.
2. Run mode
• Pit Module normal operation mode.
• The OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module transmitted message is dependent on its factory
settings or setting programmed with FDM for standard consumption messages (SCM
+).For SCM+ (Mobile), the pit module default bubble-up rate is 10 seconds.
3. Meter manufacturer quiet mode
• Meter manufacturers can configure the pit module for Quiet Mode after initializing and
direct mounting the pit module in the factory.
• The pit module awakens from Quiet Mode and enters run mode in one of two ways:
1. The pit module detects consumption at the top of the hour (last hourly interval >1 or
<-1).
2. The pit module receives a two-way command (for example, a Read ERT using FDM
software).
Error/warning flags
For OpenWay Riva modules reporting in ChoiceConnect 100S mode.
Register error detected. Register error detected indicates that the pit module is not
communicating with the register/meter. The tamper flag automatically clears after the pit
module receives a successful read from the register.
Note: The register error detected flag may be an indicator of a damaged register.
Register error flag
• The register error flag sets if the register error detected flag is active for 24 hours.
• The register error flag remains active for 40 days in mobile mode.
Extended tamper flag (retrievable with two-way communication).
Low battery warning. The pit modules include a battery life estimator. The estimator is based
on the number of data packets sent at the various power levels and the age (self-discharge)
of the pit module. The low battery warning allows the utility to easily identify which water
modules are nearing end-of-life in a mixed population and gives the utility the opportunity to
schedule replacement.
Note: The low battery warning is a single flag that is set when the battery has less than 10%
remaining capacity, which typically corresponds to 2 years of battery life remaining. Battery
life is evaluated daily at midnight.
For OpenWay Riva modules operating in OpenWay Riva Network mode.
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The Riva water module reports the tampers available in ChoiceConnect systems as well as
extended meter alarms provided by new solid-state and electronic meters. The exteded
alarms include:
• Empty pipe
• Temperature
• High/low pressure
• High flow
• Meter low battery
• Meter tampering
• Reverse flow
• Zero consumption
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Chapter 3 Initializing, Connecting, and
Programming the OpenWay Riva Water Pit
Module
This chapter provides the instructions to program and connect the pit module.
Requirements are based on the network system mode. The OpenWay Riva pit module's
auto-sensing technology eliminates the need to program the module at the time of
installation. The module automatically detects the connected register type.
OpenWay Riva water pit module start-up
The pit module automatically:
• Detects the connected register type at the top of the hour, exits factory mode, and enters
run mode.
• Detects an Itron Riva Leak Sensor.
OpenWay Riva water pit module programming is required to:
• Change the operation mode
• Enter a utility ID or lock type.
• To enter an E-Coder 8-digit driver.
• Commission security
Itron strongly recommends performing a Check ERT with a handheld computer running
FDM to verify the pit module is operating correctly after installation. Performing a Check
ERT will:
• Generate an immediate register read.
• Verify communication with the Riva Leak Sensor or remote shut-off valve.
• Check for tamper flags.
Programming the pit module
Programming the pit module requires one of the following handheld computers running Field
Deployment Manager (FDM) or FDM Tools version 4.0 or later.
• FC200SR handheld computer (Itron part number FC2-0005-004 or FC2-0006-004)
• FC300SR handheld computer
• 900 MHz Belt Clip Radio
• Itron Mobile Radio (IMR)
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For normal activation, connect the pit module to the water meter register. The water module
polls for a register every hour. The OpenWay Riva pit module automatically activates after it
detects the register.
Note: Do not program configuration changes to the Riva water module until it is connected
to the water meter register.
Caution:
• The FC200SR, FC300SR, 900 MHz Belt Clip Radio, or Itron Mobile Radio are
the only devices that support progamming for the OpenWay Riva pit module.
• Keep a minimum of 12 inches between the Riva pit water module and
programming device while programming configuration changes are completed.
• Do not place the programming device antenna directly on the pit module.
Extending the water pit module cable
Order the 25-foot inline connector extension cable assembly (CFG-0151-401) to extend the
cable of the pit module.
Connecting the pit module to an encoder-type meter
register
Connect the pit module cable to the encoder-type register using the wire connections in the
following table.
Pit module wire color
Red
(data)
Black
(power/clock)
White
(ground)
Register manufacturer Register screw terminal
Badger ADE, E Series,
HR E LCD, HR E
Mechanical
Green Red Black
Badger M5000 Mag
Meter
Green Terminal: Out
4+ Red Terminal: Input + Black Terminal: Input - and Out 4-
Elster AMCO InVision,
Scancoder, AquaMaster,
AquaMaster III
Red Green Black
Elster AMCO SM 700
(Severn Trent), Q200
(Sensus Protocol)
Green Red Black
Elster AMCO evoQ4
Mag, evoQ4 (Sensus
Protocol)
Red White Black
Itron (Actaris) Cyble
Coder Green Red Black
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Pit module wire color
Red
(data)
Black
(power/clock)
White
(ground)
Register manufacturer Register screw terminal
Kamstrup flowIQ2100 Green Red Black
MasterMeter AccuLinx,
Octave Green Red Black
McCrometer Green Red Black
Metron Farnier OER Green Red Black
Mueller (Hersey)
Translator, SSR Green Red Black
Sensus ECR, ICE,
iPERL, SRII, OMNI Green Red Black
Neptune ProRead,
ProRead AutoDetect, E-
Coder, ARB-V
Red Black Green
Performance ETR Green Red Black
RG3 Tomahawk Green Red Black
Siemens Mag Meter,
Mag8000CT-7ME6820,
Mag8000-7ME6810
92 91 93
Zenner (Hendey) ETR Green Red Black
Connecting the pit module to a pulser-type meter
register
Connect pit module cable to the pulser-type register using the wire connection in the
following table.
Module wire color
Red Black White
Register manufacturer Register screw color designator
Badger RTR (3-wire) Red Black Green
Badger RTR (2-wire) Red Black No connection*
Badger M5000 Mag
Meter
Red terminal: Out
1+
Black terminal: Out
1-
White terminal: Out
1+
Cadillac Meter
CMAG/EMAG Magnetic
Flow
DO1/DO2 COM DO1/DO2
Elster Digital Black Green Red
Elster V100T Black Red Blue
Itron (Actaris) Flostar (2-
wire), Cyble Sensor
Either wire Remaining wire must be connected to
both ERT module wires
Krohne IFC Term B Term H Term B
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Module wire color
Red Black White
Register manufacturer Register screw color designator
RG3 Tomahawk Green Black Green
Sensus PMM Red Black Bare
Note: *For the Badger RTR connection, Itron recommends terminating the unconnected
wire with a gel-cap connector to protect the bare wire end. (For more information about
installing gel-cap connectors, see Using Gel Cap Connectors.
Verifying pit module operation
Use one of the following handheld computers to verify consumption:
• FC200SR handheld computer (Itron part number FC2-0005-004 or FC2-0006-004)
• FC300 SR handheld computer
• 900 MHz Belt Clip Radio
• Itron Mobile Radio
Note:
• Each handheld radio requires special setup and configuration parameters to successfully
read and program the pit module. Refer to the respective meter reading application for
specific instructions.
• When comparing the actual register value to that reported by the pit module, please keep
in mind the water module's consumption value is updated once an hour when it is in run
mode.
Caution: Verifying the OpenWay Riva Water Pit Module operation requires an
FC200SR handheld computer, FC300SR handheld computer, 900 MHz Belt Clip
Radio, or Itron Mobile Radio running FDM v4.0 or higher. Legacy Itron handheld
programming devices cannot read the pit modules.
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Chapter 4 Installing the OpenWay Riva Water Pit
Module
Install the pit module using one of the following methods:
Pit module mounting options
Through-lid The pit module mounts in lids with hole sizes from 1-3/4
inches to 2-inches. Installation requires the Pit Lid Mounting
Kit.
Rod mount* The pit module mounts on a 1/2-inch outside diameter rod.
Wall mount* The pit module mounts to a wall or other vertical surface.
* Important Rod and wall mount installations require the Itron through-the-lid remote
antenna.
Important The OpenWay Riva water pit module is shipped with a protective cover over the
connectors. The protective cover must be fully engaged over the connectors until the
module is installed to protect the module's connectors from damage.
For water pit boxes, the type of installation method is based on three factors: the location of
the meter in the pit box, the lid material, and the current lid configuration. Itron recommends
mounting the pit module in pit boxes with in plastic lids (or other composite materials) for
optimum network performance. Metal lids require a through-lid remote antenna and rod or
wall mount accessory for optimal pit module radio performance. The pit modules are
temperature rated from -20° C to +60° C. Do not install the pit module in locations that may
exceed the temperature rating.
Caution: Pit module positioning other than upright could negatively affect radio
performance and battery life.
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Warning: Pit modules contain sensitive electronic components which can be
damaged if the module is dropped from heights greater than 36 inches. Product
warranty coverage is contingent on not exceeding this drop height limitation.
Warning: Internal circuit card components are sensitive to electrostatic
discharge. Be careful not to touch any part of the meter body, register housing, or
Riva module prior to discharging any static buildup on your person. To discharge
yourself, touch a grounded metal object such as the metal water pipe or an earth-
grounded metal structure.
Pit module mounting accessories
Accessory Part number
Remote antenna kit (required for rod and wall mount installations) CFG-0900-003
Riva rod mount adapter (available only with the remote antenna kit) MLD-1601-007
Riva pit lid mounting kit CFG-1601-001
Cable armor (see Appendix C for field retrofit installation instructions)
5 foot cable thin-insulation (with protective cover and cable armor)
5 foot cable thick-insulation (with protective cover and cable armor)
5 foot cable armor for field retrofit
CFG-0151-006SS
CFG-0151-010SS
FAB-1302-001
Pit module universal environmental cap MSC-0019-008
Itron security seal MSC-0018-001
Caution: Shield unconnected pit module ports on field installed modules with
protective environmental covers. Do not leave an exposed connector in the field.
Environmental caps employ multiple seals to increase cap life.
Pit modules with integral connectors
If pit modules with integral connectors (ERW-1601-001) and the registers are not installed at
the same time, secure the protective environmental connector cover on the pit module using
an Itron Security Seal (Itron part number MSC-0018-001). Cable ties are not shipped with
the pit module, but can be ordered from Itron. Use the protective cover (on the pit module
side) in the field for up to one year.
Warning: If a three-port pit module is installed but the telemetry device is not
attached, the environmental cap (MSC-0019-008) must remain in place on the
blue connector (telemetry) to protect the connector from damage.
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Through-lid installation
This section provides instructions to mount the pit module in a pit lid with a drilled, round
1-3/4-inch, 1-7/8-inch, or 2-inch hole.
Through-lid mount required tools and hardware
This mounting method requires the pit lid mounting hardware (CFG-1601-001).
Note: Pit lid mounting is not intended for applications involving vehicular traffic. Use the
remote antenna kit in incidental traffic areas (such as residential environments).
This section provides the instructions to install the pit module in a pit lid with a hole using the
pit lid mounting bracket. Verify you have the following items to complete the installation.
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1 Pit lid with a pre-drilled hole CFG-1601-001
2 Retainer clip
3 Retainer clip collar User-supplied
4 OpenWay Riva water pit module ERW-1601-001
Installing the module in the pit lid
1. Insert the retainer clip into the pit lid hole with the convex surface on the top of the pit lid.
2. From the bottom side of the lid, screw on the threaded retainer clip collar until the
beveled top rests against the pit lid.
Note: Ensure the beveled edge of the clip collar is toward the top of the pit lid.
3. Align and insert the retainer clip tab (1) into the retainer clip receptacle (2) on the pit
module housing.
4. Verify the clip locks into place in the housing.
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