How do I read my PG&E smart meter?
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How do I read my PG&E smart meter?
Read a SmartMeter™
- The initial screen displays ‘888888…’ indicating that the unit is functioning properly.
- The next screen shows the total kilowatt hours (kWh) of energy usage. The five-digit number is cumulative and may include leading zeroes.
- The final screen shows the current electric usage at the premises.
How do you do meter reading on smart meter?
To read the meter:
- press the ‘display’ or ‘display select’ button.
- press the ‘display’ or ‘display select’ button again until you see numbers followed by KWH.
- write down the number from left to right.
- ignore any zeroes at the beginning and any numbers after a decimal point if you have one.
How is a smart meter read?
But how does it work? The smart meter shows a digital meter reading and uses a secure smart data network to automatically send the reading to your energy supplier. That means you get accurate, not estimated bills, without needing to take a manual reading.
How do you take a meter reading from a digital meter?
A digital imperial meter has an electronic or digital display, showing 4 black or white numbers, followed by 2 numbers shown in red. To read the meter: Write down the first 4 numbers from left to right. Ignore the rest of the numbers, shown in red.
What is PG&E smart meter?
SmartMeter™ is a system that collects electric and natural gas use data from your home or business. Electric meters record home usage hourly and commercial usage in every 15 minutes. The natural gas modules attached to gas meters record gas use daily.
What do the numbers on my electric meter mean?
The number displayed is in kilowatt-hours (kWh), which is basically the amount of energy you use in one hour. Standard electric meters charge the same rate for electricity 24-7, making your rate easy to read and understand.
What do the numbers mean on a smart meter?
Generally, the display will read “CLS” when the power is on and “OPN” if your electricity is off. The second shows you how much electricity in kilowatt-hours (kWh) you have used for the current billing term. That’s also called your cumulative usage. The third number shows your electricity demand reading.
Do I need a meter reading if I have a smart meter?
A Smart Meter measures electricity usage, similar to a traditional meter, without the need for estimated meter readings. With Smart Meters, you no longer have to submit readings or have someone read the meter.
Can you see your meter reading on a smart meter?
If you have two buttons To get a reading from these smart meters: Press the “Display” or “Display Select” button. By pressing the button the meter display will scroll through to the meter reading. The number you’re after is the one followed by kWh.
What are the buttons on my smart meter?
Your meter may also have two buttons, one labeled ‘Reconnect’ and one labeled ‘Display Select. Press the ‘Display Select’ button until you see the number that has ‘KWH’ after it. This is your electricity reading. If your meter has an ‘A’ and ‘B’ button, press ‘A’ until you get to TOTAL ACT IMPORT.
How do you read a 3 phase smart meter?
Each meter is assigned a unique individual serial number, and the first four digits are the meter code followed by a six digit serial number. These indicate the active voltage presents of each phase.
Is there an app to read a smart meter?
ON See you can view how much energy you’re using and how much you’re spending in near-real time. But because it’s an app on your smartphone, you can easily check it whenever and wherever you are.
How do I check my smart meter data?
On most electricity smart meters, the screen will show your meter reading as standard. If you see a row of zeros, wait six to ten seconds for the screen to show your meter reading. On some meters, you may need to press the OK button or button A to show your reading.
What are the A and B buttons on my electric meter?
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. If this is the case, just press the middle button, and the display will show your reading below the ‘IMP’ on screen.
Do I need to take a meter reading if I have a smart meter?
You don’t need to take any readings with a smart meter, it will do that automatically. But if you want them for your own peace of mind, you can still get them.
Can I see my smart meter data?
Hildebrand Technology Ltd can retrieve data from your smart meter daily to display it in their Bright app. You can also swipe the screen in the app for a refresh via DCC and your smart meter. For updates every 10 seconds you could purchase the Hildebrand IHD/CAD.
