EDMI GS-60B gas meter: how to read it

The EDMI GS-60B is a common smart gas meter found in many UK homes. Understanding how it works, how to read it, and what its various symbols mean is key to managing your home's energy consumption. This guide explains the features of the EDMI GS-60B, how to take a reading, interpret common display icons, and troubleshoot potential issues.

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What is the EDMI GS-60B smart gas meter?

The EDMI GS-60B is a smart gas meter designed for residential use in Great Britain. It's an ultrasonic meter, meaning it uses sound waves to measure gas flow, and is known for its accuracy and tamper-proof design.

Key features and Specifications

As a smart gas meter, the EDMI GS-60B typically complies with SMETS2 (Smart Metering Equipment Technical Specifications) standards. This compliance ensures interoperability, security, and consistent functionality across different energy suppliers. These meters are designed to automatically send your gas readings to your energy supplier, removing the need for manual meter readings.

How it measures gas consumption

The EDMI GS-60B measures the volume of gas your home consumes, typically in cubic metres (m³) or cubic feet (ft³). Your energy supplier then converts this volume into kilowatt-hours (kWh) for billing purposes. This conversion allows for a standardised unit across both gas and electricity billing. According to Ofgem, the average UK home uses around 9,500 kWh of gas per year.

Reading your EDMI GS-60B meter

Knowing how to read your EDMI GS-60B meter is essential for tracking your gas usage and verifying your bills, even if it sends automatic readings.

Navigating the display

Your EDMI GS-60B meter will have a display screen and usually one or more buttons to navigate through its menu. To read your meter:

1. Hold OK until Billing appears (Main Menu); hold OK to enter Billing.
2. Use the arrows to scroll to Advanced (two pushes of >); hold OK to enter. TOUmtrx will appear.
3. Hold OK to enter the TOU matrix sub-menu; RATE1 will appear.
4. Use the arrows to view Rate 1 and Rate 2.

Understanding your meter readings

Your current gas reading will be displayed prominently on one of the screens, usually followed by 'm³' or 'ft³'. This number represents the total volume of gas consumed since the meter was installed. When checking your reading, make a note of all the numbers displayed, including any after a decimal point, as these contribute to the overall consumption figure used for billing.

Common display messages and troubleshooting

Understanding what your meter is trying to tell you can help quickly resolve minor issues and avoid unnecessary worry.

Dealing with a blank or unresponsive display

A blank or unresponsive display on your gas meter can be concerning. Smart gas meters operate on battery power, and their displays often go to sleep to preserve battery life; this is normal behaviour. If the screen is blank, try pressing and holding a button on the meter for about 10 seconds to see if it reactivates. If it remains unresponsive, it may require attention from your energy supplier.

SMETS1 vs SMETS2 battery behaviour

The behaviour of a gas meter's battery, particularly when depleted, differs between SMETS1 and SMETS2 meters. SMETS1 smart gas meters have an internal safety valve that closes automatically once the battery dies, cutting off the gas supply. This means a fully dead battery on an SMETS1 meter will result in no gas until the meter is replaced. The battery in a gas meter is not a user- or engineer-replaceable part; a depleted battery requires replacing the entire meter. SMETS2 meters will also require replacement when their battery depletes.

Managing your gas supply and account

Understanding how to manage your gas supply, including topping up and restoring service, is crucial for smart meter users.

Topping up your smart meter

If you have a prepayment smart meter, you'll need to top it up to maintain your gas supply. The specific method for topping up can vary between energy suppliers. Generally, you can top up online, via your supplier's app, over the phone, or at a PayPoint or Post Office location. Always refer to your energy supplier's instructions for the correct procedure and where to find your unique top-up code or card details.

Activating emergency credit

Many prepayment smart meters offer emergency credit to ensure you don't lose supply unexpectedly, for instance, if you can't top up immediately. The process for activating emergency credit is specific to each energy supplier. You'll typically need to navigate your meter's menu using the buttons to find the emergency credit option and confirm its activation. If you're unsure how to do this, contact your energy supplier for guidance.

Restoring gas supply after an interruption

If your gas supply has been cut off (e.g., after running out of credit or due to a fault), you'll need to restore it safely. After topping up or resolving any issues, your meter may require a manual reset or confirmation to re-establish the supply. This often involves pressing a specific button or following a sequence of prompts on the meter's display. If your gas supply doesn't restore automatically, or if you're unsure, always contact your energy supplier for assistance to ensure safety.

Getting help with your EDMI GS-60B

While this guide covers common scenarios, some issues require professional help.

When to contact your energy supplier

You should contact your energy supplier for any persistent issues with your EDMI GS-60B meter, such as:

• Error codes you don't understand.
• A blank or unresponsive display that doesn't reactivate.
• Inability to top up your meter or activate emergency credit.
• Failure to restore your gas supply after an interruption.
• Concerns about the accuracy of your meter readings.

Your energy supplier is responsible for the maintenance and functionality of your meter. Fuse Energy offers customer support to help guide users through common smart meter operations and troubleshooting steps.

Understanding meter replacements

If your EDMI GS-60B meter is faulty, has a depleted battery (especially for SMETS1 models), or is otherwise unserviceable, it will need a meter replacement. This process involves an engineer exchanging your old meter for a new one. Remember, the battery in a gas meter is not a user-replaceable part; a depleted battery means the entire meter must be exchanged. Your energy supplier will arrange for this replacement, often referred to as a meter exchange.

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