Patent ID: 7397389
Filing Date: 2008-07-08
Classification: G01R

Abstract:
1. A method of retrofitting a utility meter reading module, wherein the meter reading module is operably positionable between a meter housing and a register index, the meter reading module including a meter reading module drive shaft, a drive channel housing adapted to receive the meter reading module drive shaft for rotational movement, and a clearance distance between the meter reading module drive shaft and the drive channel housing, comprising the steps of: accessing the meter reading module; opening the meter reading module and removing the meter reading module drive shaft; positioning a shrouding device around at least a portion of the meter reading module drive shaft to reduce the clearance distance between the meter reading module drive shaft and the drive channel housing; inserting the shrouded meter reading module drive shaft within the drive channel housing of the meter reading module; closing the meter reading module; and reinstalling the meter reading module in operational position to the meter housing and the register index.