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placement of meters today allows the identification and charging of individual
users. Items to take into consideration when planning for metering system are:
Sufficient money to monitor the desired number of circuits.
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Staff with time and qualifications to read meters.
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Placement of conductors for efficient connection to potential and
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current transformers.
Loads that cannot be shut down for meter installation.
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Placement of meters for easy access in safe locations.
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Design engineers knowledgeable in metering system requirements.
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Training of maintenance personnel.
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Funding for maintenance and spare parts.
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Cross reference method to determine need for meter calibration.
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2.3 Standards. Energy consumption standards can be developed from historical
data. Once a standard has been set, periodic monitoring and plotting may
reveal a variance that requires further investigation.
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