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OpenWay Riva Remote Water Module Installation Guide
March 21 2017
TDC-1687-000
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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 Remote Module......................................4
OpenWay Riva remote module description.......................................................................................................... 5
Related documents...............................................................................................................................................5
Itron Security Manager (ISM)................................................................................................................................ 5
Enabling OpenWay Riva remote module security......................................................................................6
Battery life............................................................................................................................................................. 6
OpenWay Riva remote module transmission modes............................................................................................6
Operating modes.................................................................................................................................................. 6
Error and warning ags.........................................................................................................................................7
Chapter 3 Initializing and Connecting the OpenWay Riva Remote
Module............................................................................................................... 9
Initializing, Programming, and Connecting the OpenWay Riva remote module................................................... 9
Programming ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Connecting the remote water module to an encoder-type register....................................................................10
Connecting the remote module to a pulser-type register................................................................................... 11
Connecting the remote module using an extension cable................................................................................. 12
Verifying OpenWay Riva remote module operation............................................................................................ 12
Chapter 4 Mounting the OpenWay Riva Remote Module..............................13
Remote module mounting accessories.............................................................................................................. 13
Installing the module cable strain relief...............................................................................................................14
Securing the remote module cable strain relief........................................................................................14
Attaching the backplate...................................................................................................................................... 15
Attaching the backplate........................................................................................................................... 16
Pipe Mount Installation....................................................................................................................................... 17
Mounting the pipe bracket on a vertical pipe.......................................................................................... 17
Adapter plate mounting positions.....................................................................................................18
Mounting the remote module on the adapter plate.......................................................................... 19
Optional Riva Leak Sensor installation............................................................................................................... 20
Connecting the Leak Sensor to the OpenWay Riva Water Remote Module............................................21
Riva Leak Sensor installation equipment..........................................................................................21
Pipe preparation................................................................................................................................21
Installing the Leak Sensor.................................................................................................................21
Connecting the SET valve to the remote Riva water module............................................................................. 23
Completing the SET valve wire connections............................................................................................23
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Remote mount installation.................................................................................................................................. 23
Installing the OpenWay Riva remote module on a at surface................................................................ 23
Direct-mounting the module to the meter register .............................................................................................25
Direct-mounting on the ABB Scancoder, InVision, or Digital Direct-Mount.............................................26
Direct-mounting to a Badger Direct-Mount register................................................................................ 28
Chapter 5 Using the Itron Cable Armor...........................................................31
Installing the Itron cable armor .......................................................................................................................... 31
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting............................................................................... 33
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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.
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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.
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Chapter 2 About the OpenWay Riva Remote
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 remote modules ship from the factory in Factory Mode which prevents
unwanted radio transmissions during transit. After installation, the OpenWay Riva module
automatically detects the attached register model elimating the need to program the
module. Over-the-air firmware downloads allow the utility access to the latest features
without the need to visit each installation.
The remote water modules support protocols for a variety of major 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 remote water modules feature the following capabilities:
• Datalogging The Riva Water module stores 160 days of hourly data in network system
mode.
• Leak Detection and Reverse Flow Detection. OpenWay Riva remote modules feature
robust algorithms that provide Leak and Reverse Flow Detection.
• (Optional) OpenWay 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 Riva 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
◦ Optional remote water disconnect valves provide 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 OpenWay Riva remote module with
Itron Security Manager (ISM) enabled. To learn more about enabling enhanced security, see
the Field Deployment Manager Endpoint Tools Mobile Application Guide (TDC-0934-XXX).
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OpenWay Riva remote module description
OpenWay Riva remote module description Itron part number
10-inch flying lead ERW-1601-002
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 remote water modules. Itron
Security Manager (ISM) is a feature of the OpenWay Riva system that ensures certain water
module commands are controlled through secure radio communications between the
handheld computer or Mobile Collector and the remote water module.
There are two fundamental security processes used in the ChoiceConnect system to ensure
confidentiality and validity of secured commands.
•Authentication. Authentication is the process of confirming that an artifact is genuine or
valid. Authentication in the OpenWay Riva remote module is the process of verifying a
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
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key to decrypt. Data transmissions over the network are protected using AES-256
encryption.
Enabling OpenWay Riva remote module security
Each OpenWay Riva remote 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 (FC200SR, FC300) that
is configured with the corresponding security key for that particular OpenWay Riva remote
module. Initial key exchange commands are secured using the utility factory key. For more
information about programming the water 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 remote
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 remote module transmission modes
The OpenWay Riva water 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 mulitple 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 read OpenWay Riva remote modules.
Operating modes
The OpenWay Riva remote module has three standard operating modes.
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1. Factory mode
• OpenWay Riva remote modules are shipped from the factory in factory mode.
• The module's transmitter is turned off.
• The module's receiver is bubbling-up to listen for a programming command.
• OpenWay Riva remote modules will attempt to read the register every hour.
• Register Error Detected and Register Error tamper flags may be set when a register is
not connected.
• If the OpenWay Riva remote module reads a connected register, the module
automatically moves to run mode.
2. Run mode
• OpenWay Riva remote modules normal operation mode.
• The module's transmitted message is dependent on its factory settings for standard
consumption + messages (SCM+).
• For SCM+, the remote water module default bubble-up rate is 10 seconds.
3. Quiet mode
• Meter manufacturers can configure the remote water module for quiet mode after
programming and direct mounting the remote water module in a factory.
• The remote water module is awakened from quiet mode and enters run mode in one of
two ways:
◦ Counting two pulses. The pulses are counted internal to the OpenWay Riva remote
module while it is in quiet mode.
◦ Receiving a two-way command, such as a Read ERT using FDM.
If a remote water module installed in quiet mode is not bubbling up SCM+ messages, it
may be due to zero consumption on the remote water module, such as a vacant or
vacation home. Initiate a two-way command (for example, perform a Read ERT with
FDM) before removing the unit.
Error and warning flags
For OpenWay Riva modules reporting in ChoiceConnect 100S mode.
Register Error Detected
Register Error Detected indicates that the OpenWay Riva remote module is not
communicating with the register/meter. The tamper flag automatically clears after the water
module receives a successful read from the register.
Note: The Register Error Detected flag may be an indicator of a damaged register.
Extended Tamper Flag (retrievable with two-way communication).
• Low Battery Warning. The OpenWay Riva remote 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 water module. The low battery warning
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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.
•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.
For OpenWay Riva modules operating in OpenWay Riva Network mode.
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 extended
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 and Connecting the
OpenWay Riva Remote Module
This chapter provides the instructions to initialize and connect the remote water module to
the meter or register.
Requirements are based on the network system mode. The OpenWay Riva remote water
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.
Initializing, Programming, and Connecting the
OpenWay Riva remote module
Caution: To obtain an immediate reading, initialize the OpenWay Riva remote
module with an approved handheld computer. Failure to initialize the remote
water module may delay the initial reading up to one hour.
• To initialize the OpenWay Riva remote module immediately, use one of the following
handheld computers running Field Deployment Manager (FDM) 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)
• For normal activation, connect the OpenWay Riva remote module to the water meter
register. The water module polls for a register every hour. The OpenWay Riva remote
module automatically activates after it detects a register.
Programming
Consider the following when the OpenWay Riva remote module is programmed:
• The consumption values are not programmable. (Programmable parameters include
values like ID and register type.)
• Programming the module will move the remote water module into the specified operating
mode.
• If the remote water module is not programmed, the module will attempt to read the
register every hour and will wake up in default Mobile Handheld mode when a register is
found.
Use an FC200SR or FC300SR handheld, 900 MHz Belt Clip Radio, or Itron Mobile Radio
running Field Deployment Manager (FDM) v4.0 or higher or FDM Tools v4.0 or higher
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software and your utility's programming configuration file to program the OpenWay Riva
remote module.
Note: Do not program the OpenWay Riva remote module until it is connected to the water
meter register.
Refer to the Field Deployment Manager Endpoint Tools Mobile Application Guide
(TDC-0934) for programming information.
After programming, the module enters the selected operating mode and begins bubbling-up
specified messages at the selected rate.
Caution:
• The FC200SR, FC300SR, 900MHz Belt Clip Radio, or Itron Mobile Radio are
the only devices that support programming for the OpenWay Riva remote
module endpoint.
• The OpenWay Riva remote module and programmer should be a minimum of
12-inches apart while programming.
• Do not place the programmer antenna directly on the OpenWay Riva remote
module.
Connecting the remote water module to an encoder-
type register
Connect the wires from the remote water module to the register screw terminals according
to the following table.
Note: Itron recommends 19-26 guage, pre-bonded or solid conductor wire with a maximum
diameter of .082" (individual wire insulation). The use of un-bonded wire may produce an
unreliable connection when using gel caps for joining wires.
Remote module wire color
Brown
(data)
Gray
(power/clock)
Yellow
(ground)
Register manufacturer Register screw color designator
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 Input - and Out
4 -
Diehl Meter Hydrus (flying lead
cable)
Green White Brown
Elster AMCO Invision, Scancoder,
AquaMaster, AquaMaster III
Red Green Black
Elster AMCO SM 700 (Severn
Trent), Q200 (Sensus protocol)
Green Red Black
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Remote module wire color
Brown
(data)
Gray
(power/clock)
Yellow
(ground)
Register manufacturer Register screw color designator
Elster AMCO evoQ4 Mag, evoQ4
(Sensus Protocol) Red White Black
Itron (Actaris) Cyble Coder Green Red Black
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
Neptune ProRead, ProRead Auto-
Detect, E-Coder, ARB-V Red Black Green
Performance ETR Green Red Black
RG3 Tomahawk Green Red Black
Sensus ECR, ICE, iPERL, SRII Green Red Black
Siemens Mag Meter
Mag8000CT-7ME6820
Mag8000-7ME6810
92 91 93
Zenner (Hendey) ETR Green Red Black
Connecting the remote module to a pulser-type
register
Connect the remote water module cable to the register according to the following table.
Remote module wire color
Brown
(signal)
Gray
(common)
Yellow
(tamper)
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 COM
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
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Remote module wire color
Brown
(signal)
Gray
(common)
Yellow
(tamper)
Register manufacturer Register screw color designator
Krohne IFC Term B Term H Term B
RG3 Tomahawk Green Black Green
Sensus PMM Red Black Bare
*Itron recommends terminating unconnected wires with a gel-cap connector to protect the
bare wire end.
Connecting the remote module using an extension
cable
Order the 25-foot inline connector extension cable assembly (CFG-0151-401) to extend the
cable of the OpenWay Riva remote module.
Verifying OpenWay Riva remote module operation
Use one of the following programming devices to verify the remote water module is correctly
recording consumption data.
• FC200SR handheld computer
• FC300SR 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 OpenWay Riva remote modules. Refer to the respective meter reading
application for specific instructions.
• When comparing the actual register value to that reported by the remote water 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 remote water module operation requires an FC200SR
handheld computer, FC300 SR 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 OpenWay Riva remote module.
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Chapter 4 Mounting the OpenWay Riva Remote
Module
Warning: Internal circuit card components may be 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
electrostatic buildup, touch a grounded metal object such as the metal water pipe
or an earth-grounded metal structure.
Install the remote water modules using one of the following mounting options:
OpenWay Riva remote module mounting options
Pipe mount The OpenWay Riva remote module mounts to a
pipe near the meter (see Pipe Mount Installation).
This option requires the Remote Mount Kit and
the appropriate Pipe Mount Kit.
Remote mount The OpenWay Riva remote module mounts to a
flat surface and connects to the meter register
with a cable up to 300 feet (see Remote Mount
Installation). This option requires the Remote
Mount Kit.
Direct mount to the meter
register
The water module mounts directly to a meter
register designed for OpenWay Riva remote
module direct mounting. This installation does not
require a mounting kit (see Direct-mounting the
OpenWay Riva remote modules to the meter
register).
Warning: Water 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.
Remote module mounting accessories
Remote module mounting accessories
Accessory Part Number
Remote mount kit (OpenWay Riva Remote Module with
telemetry device)
CFG-1300-003
Pipe mount kit
Pipe mount kit for pipe diameters up to 4”
Pipe mount kit for pipe diameters between 3/4” to 1-3/4”
Pipe mount kit for pipe diameters between 1-5/16” to 2 ¼”
CFG-0217-501
CFG-0217-503
CFG-0217-504
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Remote module mounting accessories
Accessory Part Number
Cable armor (see Appendix B 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
Direct mount screw pack
Bulk 80 per bag
122 per bag
SCR-0010-005
SCR-0010-004
SCR-0010-001
Installing the module cable strain relief
After you complete the water module to register connections, install a cable tie to the meter
cable just below the exposed colored lead wires on the cable insulation. The cable tie
provides a cable strain relief to reduce the risk of destructive tension on the lead wires.
These materials are required to install the cable strain relief:
• Remote mount kit
• CFG-1300-003, dual cable ports for register connection and telemetry device connection
• Side cutter pliers
• Gel connector crimping tool
• Cable tie gun
• Torx T-15 screwdriver
Securing the remote module cable strain relief
1. Wrap the cable tie around the meter register or secondary connection cable.
2. Insert the pointed end of the cable tie into the receptacle end of the cable tie with the
ribbed edge facing in.
3. Pull the pointed end of the cable tie until the cable tie is hand-tightened.
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4. 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 the cable tie is secure on the lead wire. After installation, the cable tie
must not move on the register or secondary lead wire.
5. 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.
6. Place the cable connection into the remote water module housing with the cable ties to
the inside.
Attaching the backplate
After the connections are made to the register and optional telemetry device, attach the
OpenWay Riva remote module's backplate. Mount the OpenWay Riva water module after
the backplate is attached.
Mounting the OpenWay Riva Remote Module
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Attaching the backplate
1. Route the register cable and leak sensor cable through the dual-port backplate. Ensure
the cable strain reliefs are inside the module housing and backplate assembly.
2. Route the register cable through the bottom backplate cable cutout and leak sensor cable
through the top backplate cable cutout.
3. Align the remote module backplate with the mounting screw holes. Verifty the Itron logo is
not upside down.
4. 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.
5. Completely tighten all screws evenly in an alternating fashion.
Mounting the OpenWay Riva Remote Module
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