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Copy a Meter

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Platform:WebMobile
Plan Type:BasicEssentialPremiumEnterprise
User Type:RequesterFull UserAdministrator

To copy a meter:

Follow the steps below for the web or mobile application:

  1. From the sidebar, select Meters.

  2. From the list, navigate to the meter that you would like to copy.

  3. Select the meter to open it.

  4. On the meter details page, select more options.

  5. Select Copy to New Meter.

    A copy of the meter is created.

  6. Make any updates as needed to the following fields:

    FieldDescription
    Measurement UnitChoose from one of the following measurement units:
    • DISTANCE
    • VOLUME
    • TEMPERATURE
    • OTHER
    You can also type the measurement unit directly in the text box and select Use.
    Meter TypeSelect the type of meter:
    • Manual: This is a meter that's manually checked by a technician who records the reading in MaintainX.
    • Automated (web application only): This is a meter whose readings are automatically transferred directly to MaintainX from an integrated data source, such as a sensor, at the predetermined level.
    • IoT Device (mobile application only): For an automatic meter. This feature is no longer offered and has been replaced by automated meters. Organizations with existing IoT meters can continue to use them.
    Assign toAssign the meter to an Asset or Location.
    Reading FrequencyChoose from one of the following reading frequencies:
    • None
    • Hour
    • Day
    • Week
    • Month
    • Year

  7. Select Update.