Installing a gas meter in an apartment: step by step installation instructions

How is commissioning done?

Having carried out the installation, the specialists of the gas service without fail check the operability of the meter.

This takes into account the following factors:

• the presence of interference during the passage of fuel through the mechanisms of the device;
• meter performance;
• no gas leaks.

In addition, the fuel consumption is measured.

Upon completion of the control measures, an act on the work performed is drawn up, which indicates the following data:

• place and date of installation;
• serial number of the gasometer;
• Name and contact details of the employees who performed the installation;
• indicators of the device at the time of installation;
• the time of the scheduled verification of the gas controller;
• smooth running of the counter star mechanism.

The document is drawn up in two copies: one is issued to the owner of the apartment, the other is transferred to the gas service. The client also signs the act of acceptance of the work performed (also in two copies). The specialist is obliged to fill out an act of putting the device into operation and a contract for the maintenance of a gas meter (such papers must be drawn up in triplicate).

When turning on a newly installed device, it is important to expel air from the system using gas. To do this, you need to sequentially open the gas at the inlet, and then at the outlet, which will avoid damage to the mechanism of the gasometer from shock loading during the first use.

How to choose a gas meter

Despite the fact that in order to agree on a project for installing a metering device, it is required to provide a technical passport for the flow meter, the choice of equipment should be carried out only after consultation with specialists. Be sure to ask for a list of approved devices, as unlicensed devices cannot be put into operation.

In order to choose a flow meter, its technical characteristics should also be taken into account, paying particular attention to two criteria: throughput and type of device

The first criterion depends on the number and power of gas appliances installed in the house.For one slab, for example, a throughput of 1.6 m3/h is sufficient. This parameter is indicated on the front panel and you can find it out by looking at the value indicated after the letter “G”, that is, in this case, you need a device marked G1.6.

The choice of meter depends on the throughput of gas appliances. For example, if for a gas stove it is from 0.015 to 1.2 m3 / h, then a meter with parameters of 1.6 m3 / h is optimal. In the event that several devices are installed and operated, the minimum values ​​​​of the least powerful and the limiting data of the highest flow must be taken into account.

But it must be taken into account that it is often an impossible task to ideally select a flowmeter for such a requirement, therefore the maximum values ​​are taken into account. For example, if the minimum plate consumption is 0.015 m3 / h, and the maximum throughput of the boiler is 3.6 m3 / h, then you should purchase a meter marked G4

However, it is imperative to take into account the fact that the meter will be allowed to be installed if the deviation in the minimum value does not exceed 0.005 m3 / h. Otherwise, it may be necessary to install separate metering devices and, as a result, maintain two separate personal accounts

The main types of household gas meters

When choosing a counter, it is necessary to take into account its type, which determines the principle of its operation, as well as the accuracy of the data obtained. According to this criterion, individual consumers can choose devices:

• membrane. These gas meters are characterized by low price, high reliability and quite reliable values. But they are very noisy devices;
• rotary devices.These devices are popular due to their compact size and rather low price, but they have a short service life and are not distinguished by high measurement accuracy;
• ultrasonic devices. These meters are electronic devices and have high measurement accuracy. They are quite compact, silent and can be integrated into a common system for remote data transmission.

Also, when choosing a gas meter, one should take into account its installation location, since these devices are right- and left-hand

It is also necessary to take into account on which section of the pipe the installation will be carried out: horizontal or vertical. You also need to decide on the location of the gas meter: in the house, in a warm, heated room, or on the street

In the latter case, you should buy a device with thermal correction, as evidenced by the letter "T" on the front panel of the device, indicated next to the throughput of the device.

Particular attention should be paid to the date of issue of the meter, since it is it that is the starting point for determining the calibration interval, which is individual and ranges from 3 to 15 years

Recommendations for the effective installation of a gas meter in an apartment

Since the mass privatization of the housing stock in all regions of Russia, the installation of a gas meter in an apartment has become an urgent issue. Today, almost every apartment has its own gas metering device.

For those who have not yet managed to purchase such a device, it is important to determine which gas meter is best placed in the apartment. As practice has shown, the use of such devices has a good effect on saving blue fuel.

You can choose the right one yourself, it is enough to understand the principle of its operation. The equipment passes gas through itself, accurately counting how many cubic meters have passed in a specific time.

What type of device to choose

Is it legally required to install gas metering devices? Yes, since 2009 there has been a decree on the mandatory installation of gas meters. Is it profitable government or just citizens? An increase in gas prices encourages us to save money, and the government can thereby reduce the percentage of irrational gas consumption.

Before installing the counter, decide on its type. They are distinguished depending on the purpose, that is, the place of use. It is not advisable to buy devices of the same type for an enterprise and a private residential area. Do not forget that the cost of installing a gas meter also depends on its type. The main types of devices are:

The first three types are installed at enterprises, but a membrane gas meter is suitable for an apartment or for a private house. The membrane type on the market is one of the newest, and also managed to take the position of reliable and practical. Its main advantage lies in the non-passage of gas, from which consumers using other types of devices are not insured.

When choosing the right type, pay attention to such factors:

• lifetime;
• the number of gas appliances in a private house or apartment;
• gas consumption per hour of operation of a gas appliance (indicated in the passport);
• the location of the gas supply pipe (depending on this, choose a device with right or left supply).

Is it possible to guarantee the long-term operation of the gas appliance? No, but the installed meter may stand for a long time if choose it correctly. The date of its production is important, as counters are verified by it. Old-style models are checked every 5 years, and new models - every 12 years. The causes of breakdowns are as follows:

• wrong choice of device type;
• installation performed incorrectly;
• high moisture content in the meter;
• there is no dust filter;
• gas is consumed in volumes that the device cannot handle.

The costs of installing the device are borne by the tenants. How much the installation costs depends on the nature of the work and the complexity of the installation. On average, you will have to spend from three to eight thousand rubles. Installing a gas meter in an apartment will cost more if welding is carried out. The cost is affected by the length of the gas pipes and the number of devices that consume blue fuel.

Mounting order

It is recommended to install a gas meter according to specific rules in order to avoid trouble with representatives of the gas service. Do I need to inform the specified service about the desire to put a meter in my apartment? Yes, without this you can not avoid a fine. Check the address on the back of your receipt to find out where your nearest branch is. Their range of services includes the provision of specialist services for the installation of the devices described. Therefore, we submit an application for installation along with the following documents:

• passport of the owner of the residential facility;
• receipt of payment for the use of gas for the last month;
• gasification project;
• instrument maintenance contract;
• lease agreement or certificate of ownership.

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• the room should have natural ventilation (windows, doors, hood);
• it is forbidden to put meters above the stove, they are placed to the left or right of it;
• the distance from the stove to the device is 40 centimeters;
• distance from the counter to the ceiling - 160 centimeters;
• you can not put the counter closer than 3-5 centimeters from the wall.

Outdoor installations require a canopy or box for the reader. Is it possible to do without a master? No, as this may affect your security. The installer knows how to properly install the appliance, keeping all residents of the apartment building safe. The gas service should supply the services of the installer, but you can choose it yourself.

Attention! Due to amendments to the legislation, the legal information in this article could lose its relevance!

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Maintenance of gas meters

Under a maintenance contract between the consumer and the gas distribution company, the latter is obliged to periodically monitor not only the meter, but also the gas pipeline, as well as all devices connected to it.

The purpose of such control is to prevent emergency situations, so it includes:

• visual inspection of the equipment;
• checking the tightness of the connections and the working condition of the devices;
• traction testing;
• carrying out minor repairs and maintenance of working units;
• detection of gas leaks, etc.

An important aspect of maintenance is the control of the serviceability of devices.If problems are identified, the specialist issues a verdict on the replacement of equipment, even if its inter-calibration period has not come. It should be noted that gas meter replacement cost

, although it affects the consumer's wallet, is quite justified, since not only the accuracy of accounting, but also the safety of people depends on the functioning of the device. It should also be noted that when the deadline date for the calibration period arrives or if repairs are necessary, the consumer often prefers to replace the old meter with a new device. The reason for this decision is obvious and is related to the fact that dealing with these issues is often more expensive and time-consuming than simply installing a new gas meter.

And you can order the installation of gas metering devices in ours by filling out an application on the website.

Pros and cons of installation

The presence of a metering device has positive and negative sides. If you install measuring devices, then the advantages will be as follows:

• payment is calculated for the actual volume of gas consumed;
• in the summer months, resource consumption decreases if there is a gas water heater.

The disadvantages of the counter are as follows:

• you have to pay a considerable amount of money for the device and its installation;
• it is necessary to make scheduled checks of the metering device for serviceability in a timely manner.

Devices should be installed only by employees of specialized organizations with access to this work.

It is strictly forbidden to install the counter with your own hands and involve non-professionals.

Installing a gas meter

Installing a gas meter

• 1. How to choose a gas meter
• 2. Do-it-yourself gas meter installation

By installing a gas meter, you don’t have to worry about whether you go beyond the limited volumes of gas consumption or not. In addition, the gas meter makes it easy to control the consumption of blue fuel and, if necessary, to reduce it, thereby taking appropriate measures to save money in a timely manner.

This article will talk about the rules for installing a gas meter with your own hands and how to choose it correctly depending on the operating conditions.

How to choose a gas meter

Installing a gas meter today is a necessary measure so as not to fly into a penny for the consumption of natural or liquefied gas in excess of the norm. However, before you install a gas meter with your own hands, you need to choose it correctly.

Today on sale you can buy gas meters of four varieties:

• Turbine;
• Rotary;
• Membrane and vortex.

Principle operation of all the above types of gas meters different, as well as the way to control the consumption of blue fuel. For example, in a membrane gas meter, a special membrane is installed, which, relatively speaking, separates the gas passing through the meter through the membrane into certain “portions”.

Membrane gas meters are easy to use, their price is low, which is due to their rather simple design and manufacture. The disadvantage of gas membrane meters is that they do not tolerate loads, both temporary and permanent.

The device of a rotary gas meter uses an eight-shaped rotor, which is capable of passing a large amount of gas through itself.The prices for rotary gas meters are higher than for any other types of gas meters, and this is primarily due to the expensive materials used in the manufacture of rotary gas meters.

Turbine gas meters, as well as membrane meters, have a very simple design. The gas passing through the turbine meter causes the membrane installed inside it to rotate, and that, in turn, reads the mechanism for the quantitative consumption of gas.

Vortex gas meters have one feature, they are dependent on an external power source of 220 volts, since piezoelectric or hot-wire sensors are installed inside them, reading the amount of blue fuel passing through them.

Do-it-yourself gas meter installation

So, having chosen the desired gas meter, you can proceed with its installation. However, for this you need to know certain norms for installing a gas meter in an apartment. Therefore, first of all, you need to draw up and submit an application for the installation of a gas meter to the regional gas office.

It is impossible to take and install a gas meter on your own, without notifying the gas supply organization. In addition, do not forget that any gas equipment, whether it is a stove or a meter, is an object of increased danger, therefore, control over the installation of a gas meter must be entrusted exclusively to specialists from the gas service.

In addition, at the end of the installation of the gas meter and its verification, employees of the same gas service must seal it, and after all this red tape, issue an act of commissioning gas meter in operation.

Gas meter installation standards

In any case, do-it-yourself installation of a gas meter must be carried out strictly according to the issued project. The gas project indicates not only the location, but also the installation height of the gas meter, the possibility of location near various electrical appliances, etc.

In addition, the rules for installing a gas meter also include a certain distance to heaters, negotiated pipe bending radii, and much more. Therefore, it is by no means impossible to ignore the project for installing a gas meter, since all the work associated with its installation will be done in vain, and the work will not be accepted by the relevant authorities. In other words, everything will have to be redone in the end according to the gas project.

In most cases, there are such generally accepted norms for installing a gas meter:

Grounds and procedure for replacing a gas meter

Most citizens of the Russian Federation calculate payment for the use of resources based on the readings of gas, electricity and water meters. Any measuring equipment has its own specific life, after which it must be replaced. In addition, in some cases, when, after the next verification, the device is declared unusable, a new one is also installed to replace it. The replacement of the gas meter is carried out in accordance with such rules, and is carried out in accordance with the established law.

Grounds for replacement and the need to pay for the operation

• After the expiration of the service life (operation) of the device;
• In the event that the meter has not been verified.

One of the main issues that concern our citizens is whether it is necessary to pay for the verification or replacement of a gas meter. And if the verification of such devices in most cases is practically free, then completely different rules apply to the installation of a new one.

To understand who pays for the installation of a new appliance, you need to pay attention to the type of housing in which it is located:

• In a private house. In this case, the unequivocal answer to the question, at whose expense the replacement will be made, will be - at the expense of the owner of the property. In the event that the owner of a residential building is an individual or legal entity, the costs are clearly borne by him;
• In the apartment. If this apartment is privatized, the change of the metering device is carried out for a fee at the expense of its owner. If the premises are municipal, that is, they belong to the state and are provided to a citizen for living, the installation of a gas meter is carried out at the expense of the state.

In addition, for certain categories of citizens, the law establishes a procedure for free replacement. These include:

• WWII veterans;
• Large families;
• Low-income people who have reached retirement age.

Order and cost of replacement

• Counter cost. It can vary depending on the type of apparatus and amount to up to 30 thousand rubles;
• Direct installation procedure. Its value depends on the region (for example, in Moscow it will be about 2500-3000 rubles).In the event that during the replacement process it is necessary to change the gas pipeline system, another 400-5000 rubles will be added, depending on whether gas water heaters and stoves are installed in the house.

What documents are needed to replace the device? Their list is presented as follows:

• Passport of the owner of the house or apartment;
• Technical passport of the new device;
• Documents for the ownership of real estate (state certificate, contract of sale or donation, etc.), house book;
• Technical plan of the building;
• Gasification project;
• Replacement application.

The procedure for taking the necessary steps to change the gas meter is as follows:

Filling out an application and sending it to the gas industry, which is responsible for the territorial area where your house or apartment is located;
Attachment to the application of the necessary documents (property rights, etc.);
A visit by a specialist to your premises and, according to special technical parameters, issuing an opinion on what type of meter can be installed. In addition, the owner is informed of the amount of the replacement service;
Acquisition of the meter itself. A very important point is to buy it in a specialized store. Sometimes, wanting to save money, citizens buy a device from their hands, on the market, but such a procedure is fraught with the possibility of acquiring a faulty meter or with any defects

Particular attention should be paid to the period of its operation indicated in the passport. Since its duration is not considered from the moment the work began, but from the release by the manufacturer;
Installing the meter, signing the act of acceptance of work and making payment;
Putting the device into operation by sealing it.

How to replace a gas meter advice from the masters. It is not allowed to replace a gas meter on your own.

If you need to replace the gas meter, we will advise you on how to replace the gas meter. For this purpose, gas meter adapters can be used, which are simple and do not require welding. These devices greatly facilitate the installation of gas meters. Depending on the model of the gas meter, replacement is done in different ways. There are two options for connecting adapters for gas meters - 92mm and 100mm.

The woman who called the editorial office excitedly announced that she would soon have to change her home gas meter, and she heard that it costs almost fifteen thousand rubles. How much does it really cost to replace a gas meter? With this question, we turned to the head of the service of house networks of the branch "Trust" Aleksandrovgorgaz "OJSC" Vladimiroblgaz "Igor Valentinovich Fedorov.

Each gas-using equipment, which includes a gas meter, has a period during which it is operated. As a rule, it is 8-10 years. That is, the meters that were installed in 1996-1999 have expired and must be replaced. The subscriber service of OAO Vladimiroblgaz, represented by the head Alexander Nikolaevich Markov, is working to notify of the need for these works. Subscribers can either change the meter to a new one, or remove the installed meter and send it for examination to the laboratory, which is located in the regional center at Vladimiroblgaz OJSC. There, the meter is checked and a conclusion is issued on the further possibility of its operation. Verification takes an average of two to three weeks.During this time, payment for the consumed gas will be charged according to the heated area.

But, as a rule, the bulk of the population still decides to purchase a new gas meter. Replacing the gas meter is fully justified. For this you need to get certificate of absence debt, which can be obtained in the subscriber department on the street. Lenina, d.8. Then you need to invite the employees of the VDPO (Sovetsky lane, 26), who are engaged in the inspection of chimneys and ventilation ducts. They go to the place at the request of the subscriber, inspect the chimney and issue a conclusion. With the conclusion and certificate, the subscriber comes to Aleksandrovgorgaz (Kommunalnikov St., 2) and writes an application to replace the gas meter. In the VET they raise archival documentation and carry out a replacement. Replacing a gas meter with a similar one costs 1579 rubles. If a person cannot find a similar counter, welding work is carried out. The cost in this case will be 3.5 thousand rubles. The counter itself in the store, which is located at Aleksandrovgorgaz, costs an average of 1,300 rubles.

To replace the counter, its location plays an important role. Installation can be carried out from different sides, both to the right and to the left or in front of the gas pipeline.

For example, the adapter for gas meters 100-A110 F is designed to replace rotary meters with a height of 100 mm without the use of welding.
Adapters fully comply with the requirements of the documentation and can be used for their intended purpose.

Gas meter replacement

The cost of gas meters, depending on the characteristics, varies between 1000-13000 rubles.The volume of gas consumed must not exceed the nominal volume of gas that can pass through the meter.

Each meter undergoes initial verification at the factory. And it is from this moment that the period of its next verification is counted, which can be 4-12 years and is indicated in the passport.

When installing a gas meter by the gas service, seals are installed on the meter.

After meter verification period it is necessary to contact the gas service for its dismantling and subsequent verification in the laboratory.

The cost of verification, depending on the meter model, ranges from 1200 to 2700 rubles.

In case of unsatisfactory verification results, the gas service dismantles the device and replaces it with a new one at the expense of the customer, followed by sealing.

Reasons for replacing gas meters

– Incorrect installation of the dust filter or incorrect selection of the size of the cells, resulting in a blockage of the system;

– The meter passes gas with a high moisture content;

– The volume of gas passing through the meter is much higher than the nominal norms for this type of meter;

– The meter was initially installed incorrectly and a complete replacement of the gas meters is required.

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How to check the gas meter?

If you have to undergo a scheduled check of the gas meter, then here's how to proceed:

1. Contact the organization with which you have an agreement and make an application for verification.
2. Take the application to the gas company or other service organization.
3. Wait for the call and agree on the date and time of visiting a specialist.
4. Upon arrival of a specialist, check his documents to make sure that he is qualified to work with such equipment.
5. Let the specialist examine the meter.
6. Make a decision whether you are ready to pay for the work on checking the gas meter at home, or whether it needs to be removed and taken to the laboratory.
7. Wait for the result and drawing up an act on the inspection.
8. Based on the result, make a decision to replace the gas meter or to keep the old device in operation. From a separate article you will learn all the features of the procedure for replacing or repairing a gas meter.
9. Pay for the services of a specialist.

Where to apply?

In order to perform a scheduled or extraordinary check of the gas meter, you must contact your district gas service or other service organization with which you have an agreement.

What documents are needed in 2019?

In order for the gas district service to conduct an inspection, it is necessary to apply with an application.

For verification, you will need the passport of the owner of the premises or the person living in it

Data from the passport will be recorded in the act of verification.
Also, you will need a gas meter passport so that the specialist can pay attention to the characteristics of the device, as well as identify when the last check took place.
If an apartment building or you personally entered into an agreement on the maintenance of a metering device with a specific service organization, then in this case, you are required to provide a service agreement drawn up in your name when a specialist appears.

Drawing up an application

The application is made in free form.But often, employees of a gas company offer their ready-made samples, based on which this document can be compiled. It is drawn up on an A4 sheet.

1. The header indicates where this document is sent. The name and address of the location of the gas service, as well as the full name of the applicant, his passport details and registration address.
2. In the middle of the line, the name “application” is indicated, the date is indicated on the inspection of the gas meter.
3. Below you need to indicate a request for consideration of an application for checking a metering device.
4. Date and signature is put.

If you have concluded an agreement with a service company, then writing an application is an extra procedure.

You will need to apply in person or by phone. At the appointed time, a specialist will appear who will carry out research and diagnostic work using special devices.

Timing

Checking gas meters is carried out within the time limits established by law. Government Decree No. 549, namely paragraph 22 (g), says that the gas supplier is obliged to respond to the consumer's request within 5 working days.

• If the removal of the meter and subsequent procedures are carried out by an organization that once concluded a maintenance agreement with a citizen, then in this case all procedures will take from 15 to 30 days.
• If a citizen asked for a check without removing the meter, and this is done by a special company, then in this case the study will be much faster. Just a few days.

Payment for works and their cost

Payment for works related to the installation, removal, transportation of a gas appliance is borne by the owner of the premises.

On average, checking the meter will cost from 1,500 to 2,500 rubles, depending on the city of your residence. If the counter is with a magnetic card, then the amount of the check will be somewhat more expensive.

If the device has not passed the test, then its replacement will cost from 3000 to 4000 rubles.

results

The specialist must confirm the suitability of the equipment for operation. Or, it recognizes it as unsuitable for further use. If the measuring device is in good condition, then the specialist issues a certificate, and a seal with a special verification stamp is installed on the meter.

Information about the check is entered into the technical passport of the device, certified with a signature and an image of the assigned stamp.

Installation service cost

Since the gas flow controller device is considered the property of the owner of the apartment, he is obliged to purchase it at his own expense, as well as reimburse the costs of its installation.

Consumer experience shows that installing a gas meter can reduce monthly gas payments by 30-50%. It is especially beneficial to use the device if more than 4-5 people live in the apartment

The cost of installation may vary, since this value is influenced by a number of factors, namely:

• the presence of household appliances and devices for the operation of which blue fuel is needed. These include a geyser, water heater, gas stove, boiler;
• carrying out welding work or their absence;
• the length of the pipes on which the meter is mounted;
• payment for materials and equipment (hoses, fittings).

At the moment, connecting the device in a room where there is only a gas stove costs an average of 3000-5000 rubles, but if the apartment is equipped with a gas water heater or other equipment, the price increases by about two times.

As practice shows, the funds spent on the purchase of the device and its installation are paid off within one year. But still, it is better to make an initial calculation, especially if 1-2 people live in the apartment, and from the appliances there is only a hob.