Schneider Electric HRB1684301-01 user manual Chapter MID compliance, MID overview, Scope

Chapter 17 MID compliance

This section applies only to the PM5561 (referred to in the section as the meter) and contains descriptions and procedures that supplement the meter installation sheet. The information contained here supports the meter’s declaration of compliance with the Measuring Instruments Directive (2004/22/EC).

MID overview

Directive 2004/22/EC is the Measuring Instruments Directive (“MID”) from the European Parliament & Council that harmonises many aspects of legal metrology across the EU states.

Scope

Although MID applies to various measuring instruments, the scope of this section is limited only to the MID standards that apply to AC electricity metering equipment:

•EN 50470-1:2006

Electricity metering equipment (a.c.) — Part 1: General requirements, tests and test conditions - Metering equipment (class indexes A, B and C)

•EN 50470-3:2006

Electricity metering equipment (a.c.) — Part 3: Particular requirements - Static meters for active energy (class indexes A, B and C)

Related topics

•Search the internet for “Measuring Instruments Directive” or “Directive 2004/22/EC” for more information.

MID compliance for the meter

The meter complies to these MID standards and class indexes:

•EN 50470-1:2006 Class C

•EN 50470-3:2006 Class C

The meter achieves MID compliance through application of Annex B (Type

Examination) and Annex D (Declaration of Conformity to Type Based on Quality

Assurance of the Production Process).

Specifications relevant to MID

The meter meets all specifications listed in “Specifications” on page 27. See that section for mechanical and electrical specifications such as IP rating, rated operating conditions, protective class and environmental conditions.

In addition, the following specifications, function limitations and specific conditions relevant to MID:

Applicable MID standards and class index	• EN 50470-1:2006 Class C
	• EN 50470-3:2006 Class C
Type of measuring equipment	Static watt-hour meter
	Indoor use only, permanently mounted in residential,
Intended use	commercial or light industrial applications, where levels of
	vibration and shock are of low significance

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