I only ask because of the bypass handle feature in those meters.
If it has a manual bypass use it and that should release the meter.
Kill the load first.
Thanks guys
Will the bypass handle be energized as well?
Kill the load first.
No need, POCO doesn't nor do I. You know something I don't Bob?
I always turn the load off so as to avoid a large arc when plugging the meter back in
The bypass is engaged(closed) and already carrying the current.
Nor should you close the bypass under load to reinstall the meter. The PPE is mostly in case you end up closing it onto a short.Yes, but he wants to kill the power and you should not open the bypass under load.
you should not open the bypass under load.
Nor should you close the bypass under load to reinstall the meter.
The whole point of the bypass is to never open or close under load. Either the meter carries the load or the bypass does. I agree you never open or close with no meter in place.
Make sure the lever is put back to its normal position! The bypass is used to bypass the meter so power can remain on a building while the power company does their thing.
In other words when the lever is in the bypass mode, you will still have power at your panel and any load side lugs.
Ta Da!Which is why I said 'kill the load first'.
The OP wants to kill power from the meter so I see it as
Open the main breaker > remove the meter cover > close the bypass > pull the meter > open the bypass > Do the repairs.
..... If you return the lever to the down (normal) position without a meter in the socket, you will drop the load and likely experience arcing. They are designed to carry full load, but are not rated for breaking load.
Has anyone got a photograph or a link to these meter disconnects they could post please? UK electricians have been arguing with the supply companies for a long time about the need for a safe method of self isolation of service feeds.