Efergy Elite True Power Meter User manual
Efergy True power Meter
Instruction manual
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INTRODUCTION
WARRANTY
SAFETY INFORMATION
IN THE BOX
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Find the main feed wires
Installing the AC/AC adaptor
Install the sensors
Connect to the transmitter
Link the transmitter and monitor
MONITOR SETUP
Setting time and date
Currency
Programming the tariffs
Summer tariff
Winter tariff
Carbon emissions ratio
Alarm
Temperature
GET FAMILIAR WITH THE DISPLAY
HOW CAN I REDUCE MY ENERGY USE?
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
TECHNICAL DETAILS
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CONTENT
INTRODUCTION
Energy metering and monitoring are at the heart of energy management, understanding when and where
your energy is consumed is key to saving money.
Efergy Energy Meters show the amount of energy that a household is consuming at the time the display
is read. The display can also give the user a reading showing usage in financial terms.
You can walk around the home with your monitor device, switching appliances on and off, to see the
difference that each one makes. With a few small changes in your consumption behaviour the monitor can
help you reduce your energy costs.
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WARRANTY
To obtain maximum benefit from this warranty, we recommend you to:
- Read this instruction manual for safe, proper and efficient use
- Keep your original receipt
Efergy warrants this Energy Meter for the period of 1 year, from the date of delivery, to be free of defects
in materials or workmanship (excluding batteries).
This warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear, and does not cover replacement of any
components damaged in any way by misuse, abuse, neglect or due to modifications made by any person
other than those licensed by Efergy.
This does not cover cracks or scratches to the device or the screen. The repair or replacements of the
hardware or of any of the component(s) are the exclusive remedies provided in conjunction with the supply
of the Efergy real time monitor.
In no event shall Efergy be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special or consequential loss or
damages whatsoever caused by the use of the Efergy Energy Meter even if Efergy have been advised of
the possibility of such damages.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING! Your electric panel contains energized parts. This device must be installed by a
qualified electrician, unless otherwise permitted by local regulations.
It is important that you take some simple precautions before using this product. Incorrect use or
poor safety practices can result in injury or fatality. Whenever possible, turn off the main breaker
outside your home feeding power to your electricity panel.
When installing the Efergy Energy Meter you should find that everything is straight-forward. However,
there are a number of important health and safety issues which you need to be aware of:
The current sensors clip onto the supply cables inside the main electrical panel, which delivers
power to your home.
Do not touch any metallic connections during the installation of the sensors. Do not carry out
this installation if under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Remember the device is not intrusive and does not require rewiring; no wires or cables need to
be cut, removed or modified to perform this installation. If you notice anything unusual about the
electricity supply such as loose wires, exposed cabling, burn marks, holes in the insulating
materials or damage to the electric wires in the service panel or where the sensor is to be
attached, stop immediately and report the findings to your supply company.
Efergy energy monitoring systems are considered plug and play devices that meet all regulatory
requirements for installation in the United States and Canada.
Do not force or bend the cables at any point during installation. If you are worried or have any
concerns about the installation, please contact a qualified electrician immediately.
The user does not need to remove the sensor throughout the working life of the unit. Battery
changes are performed on the transmitter and on the display. There are no batteries to change in
the sensor.
Even with the main breaker in the off position, the connection lugs where the main wires
terminate at the main breaker may still be live with potentially lethal voltage. Stay clear of these
connections during the installation of the sensors.
The sensors are insulated so do not be concerned if they slide down the main wires to the
breaker after being secured around the insulated wires. A plastic tie wrap (with 5cm of the tie not
cut off) secured to the main wire under the desired location for each sensor may be used to keep
them from sliding down the wires.
Millions of these systems have been installed world wide without incident but please follow safe
working practices as outlined during the installation.
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IN THE BOX
The Efergy True Power Meter pack contains the following elements:
During the installation you may also need:
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Protective
gloves
Screwdriver Flashlight Hammer
1 x Monitor 1 x Transmitter 2 x XL Sensor
1 x Instruction manual2 x Anchors
2 x Screws
1 x AC/AC adaptor
1 x AC/DC adaptor
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Efergy Energy Meters are installed by clipping the sensors around the feed wires of your electric panel.
In Canada and the United States, the residential voltage is 120V for small appliances and lighting and
240V for major appliances and equipment, such as central air conditioner, electric water heater and oven.
The AC/AC adaptor also needs to be installed on your service panel, this accurately measures the voltage
of your residence and powers the transmitter. Take care to follow the instructions within this guide during
the installation and call a qualified electrician if you have any doubts during this process.
Note: For a 120/240V panel (typical residential electric panel) power is measured using two XL sensors.
Set the reference point voltage during Monitor Setup to 120V or 130V for most rural installations. For
professional installation please consult the Technical notes for electrician section (see page 26).
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Monitor installation considerations
The meter can be wall-mounted at a convenient location or taken throughout your home to determine
how much different electrical loads consume. Efergy Energy Meters update every 10 seconds, so you
can apply any new load and watch for the change in the reading on your display.
O pen and place one
sensor around each
mains cable
Do not touch below this level
Plug the sensors’ jacks into
the transmitter
Place the sensor around
the cable. Push the clasp to
close securely.
Pull the clasp to open the
sensor.
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Fig. 1 Typical service panel
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Find the main feed wires
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Locate your electrical panel
Hardware installation follows the same steps in
this case as with an 120/240V panel.
You can normally find your main electrical panel
inside your home on the other side of the wall
from your electric utility meter. You may also
follow the conduit from your utility meter. In many
cases it is located in the garage, utility room,
laundry room or hallway inside your home. If you
live in an apartment, it may be in the kitchen, a
utility closet or hallway. Also in the case of an
apartment, your voltage may be 120/208V.
Find the main feed wires for your home
Remove the outside cover from your electrical
panel and locate the main feed wires. You should
find up to four feed wires entering your main
electrical panel: two black wires, one white wire
and one green wire (there may not always be a
green or bare ground wire). The two black wires
(or sometimes one black and one red) are the live
wires feeding the panel, these are the wires used
to measure the power being used in your home
or business.
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