How to change the circuit breaker or the electric meter

How to change the circuit breaker or the electric meter

First of all, it should be noted that without the need to climb the electrical unacceptable and dangerous!But there are situations in life when an electrician wait unbearably long, or such is not available at all.it is not necessary, but the electrical equipment comply with the rules is very important to replace the machine in the meter resolution power company.To change to the machine in the meter must be:

• turn off the voltage on the electric panel, carefully, otherwise the shock knocks - will not find it;
• shield will have to disassemble, to dismantle the old machines;
• in a convenient location screw DIN plate, which can be purchased together with switches;
• the plate, slide into the slots double machine for receiving electricity, further, the necessary quantity of additional switches;
• wires from the electrical supply point, connect to the machine and from there to the counter;
• scheme shown on the meter, connect the wires to the remaining switches.

Change electricity meter in an apartment on multirate

again be recalled that the change to the counter, without a group tolerance for electrical and without the authorization of the service organization is fraught with penalties.Master to replace the electricity we need a special tool, namely a digital multimeter, set of screwdrivers, wire cutters and electrical tape.Basic replacement steps:

• disable automatic opening;
• multimeter check the absence of voltage, or other indicators;
• unscrew the bolts on the cover of the meter and remove it;
• check pointer no voltage at the terminals;
• disconnect wires (preliminary having marked their marker or other means) on the counter and dismantle the device itself electricity metering;
• install a new electricity meter, gathering scheme correctly in the reverse order.

After all the manipulations, and if everything is working properly, you need to call the inspector, who sealed with a new counter.Replacement of the old electricity meter in two or even trehtarifny entail renegotiation of the contract with the service organization dedicated to supply electricity in your area.
call our company phone number listed on the site you can find out how much it cost to change the meter.