The first gas meters appeared many years ago. But still not everyone knows who should check, change, install equipment. But timely troubleshooting will save. How is a gas meter checked without removal? This is described in the article.
How to determine the malfunction yourself?
To determine the health of the device, you must perform the following steps:
- Turn on the hotplate.
- Look at the movement of numbers on the device. If this happens unevenly or with sounds, then the device is faulty.
- You also need to check resource consumption. It is necessary to record, remember or photograph the readings, as well as indicate the time. After a minute, the readings change by approximately 0.005 cu. meter.
If a malfunction is detected, contact a specialized company. Specialists will correct the defect or replace the device.
Diagnostics
Household meters are an effective way to analyze spent resources. They are needed for economical gas consumption and budgetary funds. Installation of equipment is considered a necessity, as it has many advantages for residents. Verification of the device is a mandatory procedure. It is required due to the fact that during operation various factors act on the device, which in some cases lead to malfunctions.
Set deviations allows verification. Usually it is carried out for a short time and at an affordable cost. This is a routine diagnosis of the device. Using metrological verification, the error-free operation of the equipment is verified or rejected. The frequency of verification is determined by the type of meter, its verification period, which can be 5-12 years.
Calibration of the gas meter is carried out in the organization of the State Standard. To perform diagnostics, the device must be disconnected, having recorded the readings in advance, and then delivered to the metrological organization. The procedure is performed using modern methods, during its execution the risk of damage or loss of equipment is excluded.
Key Documents
Verification of the gas meter is carried out on the basis of Government Decision No. 549 of July 21, 2008. According to it, the calculation of the volume of gas consumed is performed according to the metering device, but only if the verification period has not expired. The use of domestic gas appliances requires the implementation of simple rules. They suggest regular verification of counters.
The procedure for checking a gas meter in a private house and apartment, as well as the grounds are indicated in Federal Law No. 102. The issue related to control measures is resolved at the legislative level: PR 50.2.006-94. By law, users of measuring equipment are responsible for ensuring timely verification, its delivery.
Who performs verification when?
According to Art. 210 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation, payment for transport, inspection and repair procedures for the device, for the purchase of new equipment and the modernization of gas networks during installation are assigned directly to the owners of the devices. These expenses are paid by them in full.
Removal, connection and change of instruments is carried out by organizations working with the owners of the measuring device under a contract. They have instructions for checking gas meters without removal, which allows you to safely perform similar procedures. Experts strictly adhere to it.
Verification Rules
There are rules for checking a gas meter in a private house and apartment. Owners of metering devices for the use of natural resources must provide them for verification in a timely manner. The equipment passport has an intertesting period. How is a gas meter checked in a private house and apartment? Inspection of devices of the type SGMN, SGB, VK, NPM and some others is carried out at the sites of their installation using modern portable devices.
It is not necessary to remove the mechanism and eliminate the seals. Calibration of gas meters without removal reduces the period of service, but its price will be higher. Without removal, verification cannot be performed if the device is of the type UBSG, OBOE and other modifications. The procedure is carried out after dismantling by the company with which the agreement is concluded.
Calibration of the device involves the installation of a new power source. At this event, complete prevention is carried out. Devices are disassembled, washed, thereby extending the service life. When gas meters are calibrated without or with removal, an opinion is provided on:
- Suitability of the device for use.
- Malfunctions.
If the device is working, then a verification certificate is issued. Then the device is sealed, a verification mark is placed on the seal . Verification information is recorded in the data sheet, which is certified by the signature of the attorney and the designation of the mark. If the meter is faulty, then the document contains relevant information that prohibits its operation.
Verification period
Verification of gas meters without removal is carried out individually. For all devices, the calibration interval specified in the state register is established. The duration of this period is determined by the modification of the device, it is entered in the data sheet.
Calculation Procedure
Verification takes some time. While it is being implemented, the calculation of the resources spent is based on the average indicators recorded during the year while the meter was used. If defects were found, repair is performed. If it is more than 3 months, then after 90 days accruals are made according to the approved state standards.
Malfunctioning device
If the device does not pass verification, it cannot be used. In the event of a malfunction, it is not allowed for use, the testimony will be invalid. The accounting of the spent resource for which it is necessary to pay is carried out on the basis of average indicators. The amount of flow is taken from the gas supply agreement.
Payment for dismantling and installing the meter
According to the norms of the law , gas meters are controlled at the expense of the owners, which are considered by the subscribers themselves. They are responsible for the health and proper operation of the devices. Residents themselves pay for maintenance, maintenance, including repair and transportation to the place of execution.
The verification procedure of the measuring device is paid by the person who is interested in this. After all, it is beneficial for subscribers to pay for the resources spent, and not according to average standards. Moreover, the rules do not imply the obligation of the resource provider to notify subscribers about the date of verification.
Extraordinary verification
Often required extraordinary verification. It is carried out for the following reasons:
- Violation of the integrity of the stigma or seal. Their integrity is damaged if the information on them is difficult to read without the use of special equipment.
- Mechanical impact on the device. After verification, a conclusion on fitness is issued.
- Depreservation, if the device is more than 1 inter-check interval did not work.
- Suspicion of providing false information.
Refusal of verification
If the subscriber evades verification, does not follow the schedule of these events, or if the device is unsuitable for operation, payment is made at the established rates. Recalculation of previously accrued payments can also be performed.
Terms of operation
Gas devices are constantly affected by environmental factors. Therefore, the replacement of the device is mandatory if the expiration of the operation. This period is different for all counters, but usually is 8-10 years. If the instrument is in good working order, but to confirm its operability, the counter can be sent to the laboratory.
Thanks to the provided conclusion, it will be possible to carry out its operation. The counter is checked when replacing no more than 2 weeks. Some types of devices have batteries that must be replaced on their own. After replacement, a seal is performed.
Replacement
Users do not have to take counters on their own. It is necessary to control the safety of the filling. If the device technically becomes unusable, it is advisable to buy a new one than to repair the old one. Removing the old device is performed by a specialist who, after work, fixes everything in the documentation.
If it is possible to use the benefits, then they should be issued. Some categories of the population are given discounts on installing equipment and on paying for services. The meter itself must be monitored by the user, therefore, if necessary, he must call a specialist for verification.