Create a Meter

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Platform:	WebMobile
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This article explains how to create a meter.

Create a New Meter

You can create a meter and associate it with an asset or location. It's important to give a meter a unique name to be able to distinguish it from other ones.

To create a new meter:

Follow the steps below for the web or mobile application:

Web

1. From the sidebar, select Meters.

2. Select + New Meter. The New Meter dialog opens.

3. Enter a name and description.

4. Optionally, add or drag pictures from your computer.

5. Fill in the following fields:

   Field	Description
   Measurement Unit	Choose 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 Type	Select 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 to MaintainX from an integrated data source, such as a sensor, at the predetermined level. IoT Device: For automatic transfer of meter data from IoT sources. This feature is no longer offered and has been replaced by automated meters. Organizations with existing IoT meters can continue to use them.
   Assign to	Assign the meter to an Asset or Location.
   Reading Frequency	Choose from one of the following reading frequencies: None Hour Day Week Month Year
   Threshold Settings (automated meters only)	Set thresholds according to desired values for meters with numerical data types. An automation can reference the thresholds to trigger notifications or work orders. You can set the following threshold values: Warning: A warning is a signal of potential danger that allows for preparation and prevention. Alarm: An Alarm alerts people to take immediate action. It is an escalation of the Warning threshold. Note: The Alarm threshold value should be higher than the Warning threshold value.

6. Select Create.

   The new meter is created.

Mobile

1. From the bottom navigation bar, select More.

2. Select Meters.

3. Select + New Meter. The New Meter dialog box opens.

4. Enter a name and description.

5. Optionally, add or take pictures.

6. Fill in the following fields:

   Field	Description
   Measurement Unit	Choose 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 Type	Select 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 to MaintainX from an integrated data source, such as a sensor, at the predetermined level. IoT Device: For automatic transfer of meter data from IoT sources. This feature is no longer offered and has been replaced by automated meters. Organizations with existing IoT meters can continue to use them.
   Assign to	Assign the meter to an Asset or Location.
   Reading Frequency	Choose from one of the following reading frequencies: None Hour Day Week Month Year
   Threshold Settings (automated meters only)	Set thresholds according to desired values for meters with numerical data types. An automation can reference the thresholds to trigger notifications or work orders. You can set the following threshold values: Warning: A warning is a signal of potential danger that allows for preparation and prevention. Alarm: An Alarm alerts people to take immediate action. It is an escalation of the Warning threshold. Note: The Alarm threshold value should be higher than the Warning threshold value.

7. Select Create.

   The new meter is created.