State System for Ensuring the Uniformity of Measurements Apartment meters for cold and hot water Methods for periodic (extraordinary) verification during operation. Methodology and requirements for checking water meters Methodology for verification operations

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ALL-RUSSIAN RESEARCH INSTITUTE
METROLOGICAL SERVICE

(VNIIMS)

FEDERAL AGENCY FOR TECHNICAL REGULATION AND METROLOGY

State system for ensuring the uniformity of measurements

Apartment meters of cold and hot water

Method of periodic (extraordinary) verification during operation

MI 2997-2006

Moscow

2006

1. DEVELOPED BY FSUE "VNIIMS"Ltd firm "Zenner-Vodopribor Ltd" Moscow

PERFORMERS: Danilov M.A., Nikitin V.I., Stepanov O.S., Fudim E.Ya.

4. INTRODUCED FOR THE FIRST TIME

1 AREA OF USE

2. REGULATORY REFERENCES

GOST R 50193.1-3-92 "Measurement of water flow in closed channels. Meters of cold drinking water".

GOST R 50601-93 "Meters drinking water winged. General technical conditions".

GOST 8.156-83. GSI "Cold water meters. Methods and means of verification".

GSSSD. Enthalpy, density, viscosity of water.

3. GENERAL PROVISIONS

3.1. Periodic (extraordinary) verification, then verification, of cold and hot water meters during operation is carried out in order to assess their suitability, and in case of positive results, further operation of the meters is allowed until the deadline periodic verification according to STO SMK 33650664-016-2004 "Cold and hot water meters. Method of verification in operation".

3.2. The frequency of verification is established in the regulatory documents.

3.3. When carrying out verification, it is allowed to use the means registered in State Register measuring instruments and having the relevant valid certificates of verification and verification stamps.

4. VERIFICATION OPERATIONS

4.1. During verification, the following operations are performed:

Visual inspection;

Testing;

Experimental estimates of metrological characteristics;

Formulation of test results.

5. VERIFICATION TOOLS

5.1. During verification, the following measuring instruments and auxiliary equipment are used:

Scales with an upper limit of measurement (URL) of at least 15 kg, division value of not more than 1g. MAP no more than ± 0.1%. Scales must have a device for compensating the tare weight;

Thermometer with URL +60 °С, division value not more than 0.2 °С;

Stopwatch with division value not more than 0.1 s;

Glass cylinder up to 1000 cm 3 2 cells, division value not more than 10 cm 3;

Containers with a capacity of at least 20 liters;

Flexible hose no longer than 1.5 m with a shut-off valve with a diameter conditional pass½” it is allowed to use the shut-off valves of the owner of the meter;

Calculator.

6. REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFETY AND QUALIFICATION OF SPECIALISTS

6.1. During the verification of cold and hot water meters, safety requirements are observed in accordance with the "Safety Rules for Electrical Installations of Consumers", "Rules technical operation electrical installations of consumers" and the safety conditions specified in the regulatory documentation for water meters.

6.2. Pipelines and shut-off valves for cold and hot water must be airtight and free from dripping.

6.3. To perform verification work, specialists with verification certification are allowed.

7. VERIFICATION CONDITIONS

7.1. When checking cold and hot water meters, observe following conditions:

7.1.1. Working environment settings

Cold water, ° С,

5...+30

Hot water, °С

40... +60

Pressure water supply network within the apartment, MPa,

not less than 0.1

7.1.2. Options environment:

Temperature, °С

10... +30

Relative Humidity, %

30...90

Atmosphere pressure, kPa

84...106

8. PREPARATION FOR VERIFICATION

8.1. Before checking the meters of cold and hot water, the following preparatory work is performed:

With the shut-off valves closed (except for the inlet taps of hot and cold water to the apartment), the absence of water leakage is checked. (Appendix ). The permissible value of the total leakage from all outlet taps (with the tap turned off at the inlet to the toilet flush tank) should not exceed 0.2 l / h. Leak control at each outlet cock is checked using a glass cylinder and a stopwatch.

8.2. If leakage exceeds 0.2 l/h, then further work cease by faith.

8.3. Evaluate the maximum capacity in m 3 /h separately for cold and hot water. Having closed the hot water tap, fully open the cold water outlet tap of the mixer and pour at least 20 liters of water into the bathtub or sink. Performance is checked using a stopwatch (τ) and changing the readings of the water meter. Then the operation is repeated by fully opening the hot water tap and closing the cold water tap.

If there are several inputs of cold and hot water in the apartment, the assessment of the maximum performance is carried out at each input where water meters are installed.

If there is one common input in the apartment, the performance evaluation is carried out on any of the faucets (bath, sink, kitchen) where it is convenient to carry out this operation.

If there is only cold water input and a gas column in the apartment, the assessment of the maximum performance is carried out only for cold water with the gas column turned off.

To carry out this operation, the counters, if necessary, remove the pulse output unit.

Productivity, m 3 / h is calculated by the formula

where V k, V H- final and initial meter readings, l;

t - transit time ( V k - V H ), p.

8.4. The balance is leveled on a rigid base. Turn on the scales and check their performance according to the Operation Manual.

8.5. Install the empty container on the weighing platform. The scales are reset to zero. This operation is carried out before each weighing.

9. VERIFICATION

9.1. Visual inspection.

9.1.1. During an external examination, the presence of a valid passport is established (the data of the device are compared with the passport), verification seals, the presence of seals of the organization responsible for the maintenance of the meter, the absence of unauthorized interference by unauthorized persons, violations of the integrity of the meter design and tightness of connections.

9.2. Testing.

9.1.1. When testing, it is necessary to run the counter on maximum flow pipeline (m 3 / h) for 180 s.

9.2.2. The meter performance is reduced until the indicator rotation stops, after which the water flow is increased until the indicator rotates smoothly (without jerks).

Using a glass cylinder and a stopwatch, the sensitivity threshold is estimated according to the formula () (for example, for SH-15 and SG-15 "Alekseevsky", the sensitivity threshold for metrological class B should not exceed 15 l / h).

9.2.3. If the requirements of clause 9.2.2. the counter is not allowed to furtherverification, and declared unfit.

9.2.4. It is allowed to carry out testing simultaneously with the execution of operations
by section.

9.3. Experimental estimates of metrological characteristics ( MX).

9.3.1. Experimental estimates MX cold and hot water meters are carried out in the following sequence:

9.3.1.1. At the maximum capacity (p.) set for cold and hot water meters, containers with a capacity of at least 15 liters are separately filled, while taking the initial readings ( V H , in liters) from the meter (with an accuracy of 1/2 of the smallest division) until the container is filled, which was weighed on the scales and the final readings of the meter ( V k ). The filling time of the container (in seconds) is fixed with a stopwatch. Water volume(V k - V H ) - not less than 15 liters. Measure the water temperature (°C).

The above operation is carried out at a minimum flow rate. Meaning ( V k - V H ) should be at least 5 liters.

9.3.1.2. Relative meter error, 8 i , %, calculated by the formula

where M- mass of water according to the indications of scales, kg;

ρtis the density of water at temperature t, °C (Appendix).

The measurement and determination of the relative error is carried out at least twice at each flow rate. The discrepancy between the values ​​of the relative error in two measurements should not exceed 0.5%.

9.3.1.3. Each value of the relative error of the meter should not exceed (δ q + 0.17 t ),%,

where δ q- limit of permissible relative error;

t - meter operation time, thousand hours

9.3.1.4. In case of non-fulfillment of the condition according to clause 9.3.1.3, the meter is not allowed for further operation.

10. REGISTRATION OF VERIFICATION RESULTS

10.1. Based on the verification results, a protocol of the established form (Appendix) is drawn up with the signature of the verifier. The owner of the meter and the representative of the Managing Organization must be familiarized with the protocol of verification.

Upon completion of the verification work, the pulse output unit is installed and sealed with a sticky seal, and the meter with a hinged seal with an impression of the verification mark.

Annex A (reference)

Density values ​​(kg / m 3) depending on temperature at a pressure of 1 kgf / cm 3

Temperature, °С

Density kg / m 3

Temperature °C

Density kg / m 3

Temperature.

Density kg / m 3

999,96

994,37

981,63

999,94

994,03

981,09

999,90

993,68

980,55

999,85

993,33

980,01

999,78

992,96

979,46

999,70

992,59

978,90

999,61

992,21

978,34

999,50

991,83

977,77

999,38

991,43

977,20

999,24

991,03

976,62

999,10

990,63

976,03

998,94

990,21

975,44

998,77

989,79

974,85

998,60

989,36

974,25

998,40

988,92

973,64

998,20

988,48

973,03

997,99

988,03

972,42

997,77

987,58

971,80

997,54

987,12

971,17

997,30

986,65

970,54

997,04

986,16

969,91

996,78

985,69

969,27

996,51

985 21

968,62

996,23

984,71

967,97

995,94

984,21

967,32

995,64

983,71

966,66

995,34

983,20

965,99

VERIFICATION PROTOCOL

Place of verification (address) __________

Type of meter ___________________________

Date of verification __________________________

Counter number

Productivity, m 3 / h

Initial meter readings, l

End meter readings, l

Difference of indications, Δ

Mass of water, by weight, kg

Water temperature, °С

Volume by weight

Flow error, %

According to the verification results, the meter No. ______________ was recognized as fit (unfit) for further operation.

Place of imprint

believer __________________________________________________

Signature Signature transcript

Next verification date (month, year)_____________________

Familiarized:

Meter owner________________ ______

Representative of the managing organization ___________________________

Reason for invalidation:

Unacceptable level of water leakage in the outlet valves or pipelines;

threshold of sensitivity;

The appearance of the counter;

metrological characteristics.

All-Russian Research Institute of Flow Metering SGNMTs-VNIIRZ GOSSTANDARD RUSSIA

GNSH IN KIMR

Kazan 1999

DEVELOPED

State Scientific Center of the Russian Federation “NIITeplopribor”

PERFORMERS

Shonin L.N., Podolsky Z.L., Fedorov V.A., Eliseev A.E., Verbitsky A.S.

DEVELOPED

PERFORMERS

Musin I A, Safin A. G., Kulikov V. D., Makarov Yu. M.

APPROVED

All-Russian Research Institute of Flow Metering (VNIIR)

REGISTERED

All-Russian Research Institute metrological service VNIIMS JUNE 2, 1999

INSTEAD OF MI 1592-86

Table 6

conditional

The values ​​of the total volume of water after each pass on the value of the calibration flow,

(not less), m 3 10" 3

Note. The value of the volume of water is determined by a reference meter or measures of capacity, having a scale marking that provides a reading of the indicated volume values

1.5.4.1.6. The average integral relative error is determined by comparing the results of measurements of the same value of the volume of water by a verified meter and a measure of the capacity of the calibration installation. The value of the volume of water measured by the meter is determined as the sum of the values ​​of the volumes with gaps at five values ​​of the calibration costs according to the pointer indicators of the meter or according to the total number of pulses counted by the optoelectronic signal pickup unit and registered by the pulse counter.

The error of the counter d di as a percentage is determined by the Formula

DDI I- 100%,

where Vc is the volume of water according to the meter, m 3;

Wet - the volume of water in proportion to its capacity.

When using an optoelectronic signal pickup $

Vc = Kc £ N,

where Kc - the transfer coefficient of the counter;

£ N - total number of pulses registered by counter 1 tfr&zek(f$F

impulses after skipping at five-check rates; When used instead of a measure of the capacity of a reference meter

V floor \u003d £ K floor N *

where V floor is the volume of water according to the reference meter, m 3,

The values ​​of the transfer coefficient "Kc" indicate on the scale of the counting mechanism of a particular counter.

The values ​​of the transfer coefficient Cat are determined for each specific reference meter for given values ​​of the calibration costs.

1.5.4.1.7. The average integral relative error is allowed to be determined at the installations in accordance with Appendix G.

Table 7

conditional

1 (nominal)

2 (transitional)

3 (minimum)

Previous off

Previous off

Previous off

Note. The nominal values ​​of the transitional (2) and minimum (3) costs can be changed downwards and set to specifications(indicating these values ​​in the device passport)

Table 8

conditional

The minimum volume of water passed during the verification m 3 10‘ 3

The minimum volume of water per pass at a flow rate m 3 10 "3 (not less than) i

40 50 K 65; 50T

1.5.4.1.8. When released from production or after repair, the limit of permissible average integral relative error d di should not exceed 1.8%.

15.4.2. Determination of the relative error for a single measurement

1.5.4.2.1. The relative error of the meter is determined at three values ​​of verification costs (nominal, transitional and minimum). One measurement is made at each flow rate. The values ​​of verification costs for each size of the meter are given in Table. 7.

15.4.2.2. The values ​​of the minimum volumes of water per pass at each value of the calibration flow are given in Table. eight.

15.4.2.3. The relative error of meters is determined by comparing the results of measurements of the same value of the volume of water by a verified meter and a reference meter or a measure of the capacity of the calibration installation. The value of the volume of water measured by the counter is determined for each passage of water by the number of pulses counted by the signal pickup unit and registered by the pulse counter.

The relative error of the meter in percent is calculated by the formula

D(u -. yuo%,

where Vc is the volume of water according to the meter, m 3,

where N is the number of pulses registered by the pulse counter;

Кс - transfer coefficient of the counter indicated on the scale;

Wet - the volume of water according to the reference meter, V et \u003d K et or the volume of the measure of capacity.

15.4.2.4. The limit of permissible relative error of the meter at 1 and 2 (nominal and transitional) values ​​​​of verification costs for cold water should not exceed 2% hot water- 3% (unless other values ​​are indicated in the documentation), at the 3rd (minimum) value of the calibration flow - 5%.

1.6. Registration of verification results

1.6.1. At positive results seals with an impression of the verification mark according to PR 50.2.007 are hung in places that prevent access to the mechanism of the total accounting indicator and the meter control device.

The verification results are entered in the passport (Appendix D) and certified by the signature of the verifier and the impression of the verification mark according to PR 50.2.007.

1.6.2. The measurement results during meter verification are recorded in the protocols, the form of which is given in Appendix F (for the verification procedure from clause 1.5.4.1), Appendix G (for the verification procedure from clause 1.5.4.2), Appendix I (for the verification procedure according to Appendix D ).

1.6.3. Meters that do not meet the requirements of this recommendation are not allowed to be issued and used. The seals with the imprint of the brand are removed, and the entry in the passport is extinguished.

2. VERIFICATION PROCEDURE “Rg” (AFTER REPAIR AND IN OPERATION).

2.1. Verification operations

2.1.1. External examination (clauses 2.5.1 and 2.5.2).

2.1.2. Determination of the mean integral relative error (clauses 2.5.3 and 2.5.4).

2.2. Verification tools

2.2.1. Portable verification unit of the PROLIV-M type (Appendix K).

2.3. Verification conditions

2.3.1. Water temperature: +5 ... +40°С.

2.3.2. Ambient temperature: + 5 ... + 50°С.

2.3.3. Absence of vibration, shaking and shocks that affect the operation of the counter.

2.4. Preparing for verification.

2.4.1. Check the availability of valid certificates of verification of verification tools, impressions of verification marks.

2.4.2. Check the tightness of the connections of the verified meter with the reference meter of the portable verification unit

"STRAIT - M" and pipeline.

The check is carried out by water pressure in the system with the locking device open in front of the meter and closed after it.

2.4.3. Pass water through the meters at the maximum possible flow rate in order to remove air from the system.

2.4.4. The arrow on the body is set in the direction of the water flow.

2.5. Carrying out verification

2.5.1. Visual inspection

During an external examination, the marking of the meter, the possibility of reading the readings, the integrity of the counting mechanism, and the presence of verification marks are visually determined.

2.5.2. If the meter does not comply with the requirements of clause 2.5.1, the meter is considered unsuitable for further operation.

The trust is stopped.

2.5.3. Determination of the average integral relative error

The sequence of actions during verification is given in Appendix L.

The mean integral relative error of the meters is determined using portable verification units of the PROLIV-M type in accordance with Table 9.

Five values ​​of verification costs are successively set using the “PROLIV-M” installation. The values ​​of the verification costs and the values ​​of the weighting coefficients Р!e during verification after repair or in operation at the PROLIV-M units are given in Table 10.

At the end of verification, the actual value and the sign of the error of the meter being verified are determined from the display of the electronic unit of the verification installation.

The values ​​of the minimum total volumes of water during the verification time at five values ​​of verification costs during verification of meters.

having a signal asterisk or a frequency output signal are given in table. 11, and when checking meters that do not have these parameters, in Table. 12.

2.5.4. The limit of permissible average integral relative error of a meter in operation or after repair is determined by the formula

d *di = (|Ddi |+ 0.171),

where A di is the allowable average integral error of the meter when it is released from production and after repair;

t is the operating time, in thousand hours.

The counter is considered trusted if q*^

2.6. Registration of verification results

2.6.1. With positive results, an entry is made in the meter's passport (Appendix D), which is certified by the signature of the verifier with an imprint of the verification mark according to PR 50.2.007.

2.6.2. The results of measurements during verification of the meter are recorded in the protocol, the form of which is given in Appendix M.

Table 10

Values ​​of verification costs, m 3 / h

Ryu weighting factor

Table 11

conditional

The value of the minimum total volume of water during the verification time, V^, m 3 1 O * 3

The value of the minimum volume of water per pass at each value of the verification flow Vi (not less), m 3 10‘ 3

Table 12

conditional

The value of the minimum-minimum Total volume of water during the verification time, V^. M 3 10" 3

The value of the minimum water volume per pass at each value of the calibration flow Vi (not less),

40 50K 65.50T

Weight coefficient P "1E

This recommendation applies to cold and hot water meters, vane, turbine, induction, ultrasonic, vortex, etc. (hereinafter meters) with a nominal diameter (DN) from 10 to 250 mm, approved and approved for use in Russia, (including parts corresponding to the requirements of GOST R 50601 - 93), used in public water supply systems, and establishes the Methods for their verification upon release from production, after repair and in operation.

Verification of meters is carried out using:

Verification water metering installations: verification installations with opto-electronic signal pickup units; calibration units with volume meters of the “PROLIV” type (“PROLIV-50” with a reference meter of the RSTE-40 type - for verification of meters with DN from 15 to 50 mm and “PROLIV-80" with a reference meter of the RSTO-80 type - for verification of meters with DN from 65 to 250 mm); calibration facilities without optoelectronic signal pickup units - verification technique “St”; not less than 3/4” and “PROLIV-M50” with 3/2 fitting”) - verification method “Rg”.

1. VERIFICATION PROCEDURE “St” (DURING RELEASE FROM PRODUCTION AND AFTER REPAIR)

1.1. Verification operations

During verification, the following operations are performed:

1.1.1. External examination (clause 1.5.1).

1.1.2. Leak test (clause 1.5.2).

1.1.3. Determination of counter error:

1.1.3.1. Determination of the mean integral relative error (clause 1.5.4.1)

1.1.3.2. Determination of the relative error for a single measurement (1.5.4.2)

Note: 1. For meters intended for the needs of the national economy, the method for determining the error of meters when they are released from production according to clause 1.1.3.1 or clause 1.1.3.2 of this recommendation is established for all types of meter tests

2.6.3. Meters that do not meet the requirements of this recommendation are not allowed to be used. The counters are dismantled, the stamped seals are removed, and the entry in the passport is extinguished.

by order of the chief engineer of the enterprise - manufacturer in agreement with the State Migration Service of the State Standard of Russia.

2. For exported meters, the determination of their error upon release from production is carried out according to clause 1.1.3.2.

3. After repair, the determination of the error of the meters is carried out according to clause 1.1.3.1., or clause 1.1.3.2.

1.2. Basic and auxiliary means of verification

When conducting verification, apply:

1.2.1. Verification water meter installation (principal diagrams and basic requirements for installations are given in appendices A, B and C).

1.2.2. An indicating pressure gauge of accuracy class 1 with a pressure measurement range of 0-2.5 MPa (0-25 kgf / cm 2) according to GOST 2405.

1.2.3. Thermometer with a division value of 1°C and a temperature measurement range of 0~100 °C.

1.2.4. Aspiration psychrometer type M54.

1.2.5. Hydraulic press with static pressure up to 2 MPa (20kgf/cm2).

1.2.6. Membrane meteorological barometer.

1.2.7. Allowed under p.p. 1.2.2, 1.2.3, 1.2.4 and 1.2.6 use other means that provide the necessary accuracy and range of measurements.

1.3. Verification conditions

During verification, the following conditions are observed:

1.3.1. Water temperature: + 5 ... + 40°С.

1.3.2. Ambient temperature: + 5 ... + 50°С.

1.3.3. Relative air humidity: 30 ... 80%.

1.3.4. Atmospheric pressure: 84 ... 106.7 kPa

(0.84 ... 1.07 kgf / cm 2).

1.3.5. Absence of vibration, shaking and shocks that affect the operation of the counters.

1.3.6. Water temperature change during verification: no more than ±5°С.

The water temperature is measured at the beginning and at the end of the verification directly behind the meter or in the measuring tanks of the verification installation.

1.4. Preparation for verification

Before verification, the following preparatory work is performed:

1.4.1. Check the availability of valid certificates of verification of verification tools, impressions of verification marks.

1.4.2. Check the tightness of the connections of the meters with the pipeline and with each other. The check is carried out by water pressure in the system with the locking device open in front of the meter and closed after it.

1.4.3. Pass water through the meters at the maximum possible flow rate of the installation in order to remove air from the system.

1.4.4. The meters are installed on the calibration plant one at a time or several in series. The number of meters in a group should ensure the possibility of their verification at the highest value of the verification flow. Counters must have the same Du. The meters are connected to the pipeline of the calibration installation through transitional or intermediate branch pipes, the length of which must be at least 2 Du of the meter. During verification, there should not be a transfer of the roller drums of the counters.

The arrows on the meter body are set in the direction of the water flow.

1.5. Verification and processing of measurement results during verification

1.5.1. Visual inspection

During an external examination of the meters, the compliance of their appearance with the requirements of the technical specifications for the device is established.

1.5.2. Leak test

The tightness of the meters is checked by creating a pressure of 1.6 MPa (16 kgf / cm 2) with a hydraulic press in the working cavity of the meters. The test results are considered satisfactory if, after holding for 15 minutes, no drops or water leaks are observed at the joints and on the housings. A pressure drop on the pressure gauge is not allowed.

Note. It is allowed to confirm the tightness by an act of the manufacturer or the company that carried out the repair.

1.5:3. In case of non-compliance of meters with any requirement of p.p. 1.5.1. and 1.5.2. meters are considered unsuitable for operation and are not subject to further verification.

1.5.4. Determination of counter error

1.5.4.1. Determination of the average integral relative error

1.5.4.1.1. Before determining the error, the sensitivity threshold of the counters is checked. In this case, the rotation of the signal sprocket of the counter or the presence of a frequency output signal is visually determined at a flow rate value not exceeding 0.01 of the nominal value.

1.5.4.1.1.2. The average integral relative error of the meters is determined by the results of measurements at five values ​​of the calibration costs. The values ​​of verification costs for each size of the meter are given in Table. one.

1.5.4.1.3. The values ​​of water volumes per pass at each value of the verification flow and the total volume during the verification are given in Table. Table 3 - without optoelectronic signal pickup units.

1.5.4.1.4. The values ​​of the minimum volumes of water per pass at each value of the calibration flow are determined by the formula

Vi = P,. Woats,

where R | - values ​​of weight coefficients according to the table. 4.

1.5.4.1.5. When checking on a water meter installation with optoelectronic signal pickup units, the total successively measured values ​​of volumes after each pass at the values ​​of verification costs are given in Table. 5, and when checking on a water meter without optoelectronic signal pickup units - in Table. 6.

Table 1

The value of the verification flow, m 3 / h

conditional

passage, mm

limiting

deviation

limiting

deviation

limiting

deviation

limiting

deviation

limiting

deviation

table 2

conditional

The value of the minimum total volume of water during the calibration,

The value of the minimum water volume per pass at each calibration flow value,

VI (at least), m 3 10" 3

32 40 50K 65; 50T

Table 3

conditional

The value of the minimum total volume of water during the verification time, \Labsch, M 3 10 "3

The value of the minimum water volume per pass at each calibration flow value,

Vi (at least), m 3 10 3

40 50K 65; 50T



Table 5

conditional

The values ​​of the total volume of water after each pass on the value of the calibration flow,

(not less), m 3 10" 3

Note The value of the volume of water is determined by a reference meter or measures of capacity, having a scale marking that provides a reading of the indicated volume values

Every citizen who has installed a cold and hot water meter must check the device in a timely manner - this norm is registered in Government Decree No. 354. This process is required to determine the accuracy of the readings and the suitability of the device for operation. If this requirement is not met by the residents of the houses, then after the expiration of the normalized period they will pay at the average rate. Everyone knows that this amount will exceed your costs twice. Therefore, it is better not to violate this nuance. It is worth noting that the companies that perform equipment verification have a work methodology that also complies with legislative law. With all the nuances of this service, we will talk with you in our article.

All cold and hot water metering installations are mechanical devices that, after some time, get damaged and wear out, so for their diagnosis it is necessary to perform verification. The ruler that takes measurements can also be deformed, so you need to check it at least once a year.

Attention! Hire only an accredited company for inspection, as the meter may not be suitable and you will need to purchase new units. In such cases, well-known firms do not charge money for the service.

Normative base of the methodology

Before you finally decide on the contractor, you need to check the license, certificate and permission to carry out these works. It is worth noting that such activities without a certificate are not legal - this is regulated by the following documents:

  • Federal Law No. 102-F3 "On Ensuring the Uniformity of Measurements";
  • Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 354, which contains the rules for the supply of utilities.

This procedure can be performed only with the help of a special technical base. At the end of the process, you must be provided with an act and a certificate, copies of which you take to the water utility.

Attention! The process methodology is regulated by GOST 8.156 and MI 1592-99 “Water meters. Verification method. The principle of operation for cold and hot water meters is identical.

Method of verification options

When the time has come for verification for your meter, there are three ways to solve this process according to MI 1592-2015 “Recommendation. State system for ensuring the uniformity of measurements. Water meters. Verification Method":

  1. At the installation site of the device;
  2. On the stand in the laboratory;
  3. Performing a replacement.

Let's get acquainted with all the processes in detail, so that you can decide on the best option for you.

Performing verification on the bench

  • Dismantling of the installation - carried out by specialists;
  • Setting a temporary insert;
  • Notification about this work of the MFC;
  • Delivery of the counter to the laboratory;
  • Waiting for results.

Important! The verification process in such conditions varies from 7 to 14 days.

Device replacement

The inspection standards provide that you can immediately replace the hot and cold water apparatus. This is not prohibited, as the new device has already been diagnosed and meets all accepted requirements. To perform this action, it is necessary to replace the cold and hot flow water meter. The whole process is much faster than the previous one and visit the organization that controls these processes only once.

The advantages of this process:

  • Warranty for 3-4 years;
  • New installations that have not been operated;
  • Exact compliance with standards;
  • Replacement speed.

This option should be perfect for budget owners.

Verification without removing the device

The principle of this technique is to check the installation on a portable stand. The correct sequence of the process is controlled by the norms prescribed in the document MI 1592-2015 and the order of Rosstandart No. 135 "On amendments to the descriptions of types of measuring instruments"

Why is this procedure in demand and popular:

  1. Convenience;
  2. Speed ​​of execution - about 30 minutes;
  3. You don't need to remove the meter.

Attention! Do not believe the masters who come and carry out the action with the help of a jar. The operation must be carried out with special devices.

Basic methodological requirements for the device

Let's get acquainted with the main indicators that are determined in the verification process:

  • Destination indicator is the error under normal conditions;
  • Reliability - this technique is configured to obtain the technical data of the object R 0= 0.99, and the error level should not exceed 0.05;
  • Safety - the methodology must adhere to GOST 12.2.003-91 “System of labor safety standards. Labor safety equipment. General safety requirements” and GOST 12.0.005-84 “System of labor safety standards. Basic Provisions".
  • Environmental friendliness - the verification technique should not harm nature;
  • Ergonomics - must comply with GOST 26387-84, where all the requirements of this paragraph are spelled out;

Attention! Only if the verification procedure complies with all rules and regulations, it is considered valid.

Method of verification operations

  1. Visual inspection;
  2. Trial;
  3. Error detection.

Visual inspection

This process is characterized by the calculation of the level of readability of the readings of the hot and cold water meter, operability, integrity and the absence of any kind of damage. Next, the meter is checked for compliance with the technical passport of the device.

The installations have been verified if:

  • If it is realistic to write off data visually;
  • There is no damage to the hull;
  • The device corresponds to technical features;
  • There is a sign at the installation site.

Attention! If there are violations, then the hot or cold water meter should be considered unusable.

Trying out the device

At this stage, metering units undergo such diagnostic checks as an analysis of the tightness of all existing connections. The principle of this process is to pass water flows through the apparatus in order to remove air from it. The duration is one minute. Analyze the connections between the pipeline and the echelon. A positive test is a process that lasted 5 minutes without any signs of water leakage.

Attention! If water even drips from the connections, it is necessary to replace the device.

Revealing the magnitude of the relative error

This procedure is carried out using special portable units for measuring this quantity. The results obtained are calculated and evaluated. So, if the meter has been verified according to this indicator, then its error does not exceed 0.05.

If the meter has any discrepancy, then it has not passed verification.

Methodology for reporting results

The results of the audit should include the following:

  1. The test results of the device must be recorded in a protocol of any form;
  2. With a positive outcome of the diagnosis, a special sign of passing the verification AND (OR) is applied;
  3. If the result is negative, an act of unsuitability for functioning must be drawn up.

So you got acquainted with the method of verification of water metering devices and all the legislative and regulatory nuances.