Badger Meter Fluid Management System - Manual (Page 10)

Electronic Preset Meter Model EPM-3, RF 2.4 GHz
METER OPERATION, RF MODE
Connecting to an FMS Network
When the meter is first installed, it must be attached to the network with the keypad powered ON. Also, when the keypad is
replaced, the meter must be reconnected.
1. Press and hold the 10 key.
2. While holding down the 10 key, press and release the RESET button.
The meter will then search for and connect to the network.
When the battery pack is attached to the meter, it automatically enters the RF Mode. The trigger is in the locked-out position.
No fluid can be dispensed by the meter until a dispense order is received from the keypad.
1. Pressing the meter RESET button causes communication to occur between the meter
and the keypad.
Two arrows in the lower right hand corner of the meter screen flash. This indicates
communication is in progress between the meter and keypad.
2. When the communication is complete the trigger unlocks and the batch quantity is
displayed.
3. Pull the trigger to the full, up, position to begin the fluid flow.
• The solenoid valve automatically locks the dispensing valve in the full open
position. The trigger falls back to the closed position.
• It is not necessary to continue to hold the trigger.
• After the batch quantity is dispensed, the flow automatically shuts off.
Do NOT press the RESET button before topping off.
If the RESET button is pressed, the meter returns to a locked-out position and does not allow additional fluid to be dispensed until a
valid dispense order is received from the RF system.
4. You have the option to top off the tank after the batch quantity has been dispensed.
a. To top off, pull the trigger to begin the flow.
b. Release the trigger when the desired amount has been dispensed.
5. Press the RESET button when finished to complete the dispense order.
a. The total quantity dispensed is transmitted to the RF system.
b. The meter returns to the locked position.
c. The meter is now ready to receive another dispense order from the RF system.
NOTE: N If the original communication fails, the meter automatically attempts to communicate with the RF system by
resending the Dispense Result three times, 30 seconds apart.
6. If the meter is unable to communicate a dispense result, the History icon lights.
Arrows
Batch Quantity
Page 10 November 2012