To determine your correct meter reading, simply read the dials in order from right to left. As you read each dial, write down the number. In most cases, the pointer will be between two numbers on the dial. THE CORRECT NUMBER IS THE LOWER OF THE TWO, EXCEPT WHEN BETWEEN THE 0 AND 9, IN THAT CASE YOU WOULD READ THE 9.
How do I know my meter reading?
To read the meter: Read the first 4 dials from left to right – ignore the large dials or red dials. If the pointer is between two numbers, write down the lower number – if it’s between 9 and 0, write down 9.
How do I get a meter reading from my meter?
If your meter has a green A and a white B button:
- Press and hold the green A button for at least 2 seconds.
- Press A again and again to cycle through the displays.
- The first row of numbers you’ll see is your meter reading.
How do I check my energy meter accuracy?
You need to switch off all your electrical lamps/appliances, etc. Now record the reading of your electrical meter and let only 1000 watt lamp run for one hour and then record the final reading. If the difference of reading is one unit i.e. 1 KWH, it means that meter is working satisfactorily.
If your meter has A and B buttons under the screen
press the A button again until you see ‘METER INDEX’ and numbers followed by ‘M3’ write down the number from left to right. ignore any zeroes at the beginning and any numbers after the decimal point.
To read the meter:
- press the middle button.
- write down the number below ‘IMP’ from left to right.
- ignore any zeroes at the beginning and any numbers after the decimal point.
This is your electricity reading. If your meter has an ‘A’ and ‘B’ button, press ‘A’ until you get to TOTAL ACT IMPORT. The number below this is your electricity reading. Your meter might have three buttons to the side of the display.
Can a meter reading be wrong?
Have incorrect meter readings put right as soon as possible. Your meter readings are validated by Sibelga and passed on to your energy supplier.Even if an error is in your favour and your energy bill is considerably lower than usual, it is best to let your energy supplier know immediately.
How do I calibrate my electric meter?
Calibrate the meter by turning its adjusting screws with a micrometer screwdriver.
- Locate the micrometer adjusting screws on the meter.
- Slow the meter’s counting speed down by gently turning both screws in a clockwise direction with the micrometer screwdriver.
Can smart meters give wrong readings?
Smart meters should mean more accurate bills because they should send readings directly to your supplier meaning no more estimated bills. But they are still machines and inevitably can – and may very well – go wrong. Only time will tell if they will be more accurate at providing meter readings.
Can I see my smart meter readings online?
View your current smart meter bill
Your online account gives you access to view your gas and electricity bill online.And as your smart meters send your meter readings to us automatically, we’ll know exactly how much energy you’ve used. So when you view bills online, they should always be accurate and not estimated.
How do I check my prepaid meter balance on my phone?
If you want to check your prepaid balance or know the amount of total credit used, press 07 on your prepaid keypad and hit the blue button. Your available balance will be displayed on the screen in this format (150.15). This is how to recharge and check balance on your prepaid meter without any difficulty.
How do I check the balance on my gas smart meter?
Go to ‘Meter balance’ in MyAccount, and choose whether you want to see your electricity or gas balance. Look at your in-home display the home screen gives you your current balance. Look at the display on your smart pay as you go meter it shows you your current balance.
How do I read my electric meter kWh?
To figure the number of kilowatt-hours you used during the month, subtract the last month’s reading on your most recent bill from the present reading. This will give the kilowatt-hours you used for the period.
How do I read my digital electric meter?
When reading an electric meter, read and write down the numbers as shown on the dials from right to left. When the pointer is directly on a number, look at the dial to the right. If it has passed zero, use the next higher number. If it has not passed zero, use the lower number.
What is electric meter reading?
Meter readings tell energy suppliers how much gas and electricity you are using. If you don’t give your supplier meter readings they will estimate your usage. You usually end up paying too much or too little on estimated usage.Safe to say, it’s better to pay for your exact usage by giving meter readings.
Which smart meter do I have?
The easiest way to tell is to look at your electricity meter. If the serial number starts with 19P, this indicates it’s a SMETS1 meter. If it starts with 19M, then this means it’s SMETS2.
If you have A and B buttons
- Press either the red ‘A’ or black ‘B’ buttons to wake up the display.
- Your reading should now be visible on screen. It may display “METER INDEX”
- Ignore any digits after a decimal point if you have one. We only require the whole numbers.
- In this example the meter reading is 135.
How does a smart meter send readings?
How do smart meters work?You won’t have to take any meter readings manually – your smart meter will send automatic readings to your energy supplier via the secure smart data network which is solely for smart meters. This works in a similar way as other wireless systems but does not use the internet.
How do I pair my smart meter display?
It usually takes about three hours. Press and hold the power button on the back of your smart meter display to turn it on. To turn it off, press and hold the same button for five seconds. Each time you turn the smart meter display on, it will show ‘Welcome to IHD2’ then ‘Attempting to pair’.
How often do electricity meters have to be read?
once every two years
By law, energy suppliers only have to read your meter once every two years. Some energy suppliers may visit more often, while others may request that you send them readings.
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