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Safety & Compliance

1. Intended use​

The energieleser.node lets you conveniently read meter data. With the matching sensors, it reads electricity, gas, water and heat meters and sends the readings by radio to a receiver module – the energieleser.bridge or an external receiver module. The product is intended for private, light-commercial and commercial installations indoors and must not be used for any other purpose.

1.1 Storage notice​

Before using this product, it is necessary to read the enclosed instructions, including the safety information, thoroughly and to make sure everything has been understood. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or even death. To avoid risks such as fire, explosion, electric shock or other damage to property, all instructions must be observed. The product may only be used by persons who have fully read and understood the contents of these instructions. Make sure that everyone who uses the product has read these instructions before use and follows them. Keep this safety information and these instructions and pass them on to subsequent users of the product. The manufacturer is not liable for damage to property or injury to persons caused by improper handling or failure to observe the safety information. In such cases, the warranty claim expires.

1.2 Obtaining documentation and information​

The current version of the documentation can be found at link.stromleser.com/energieleserdocs. Comments can be sent to our support team by email to info@energieleser.de.

2. Product conformity​

The nineti GmbH hereby declares that the radio equipment “energieleser.node” complies with Directives 2014/53/EU and 2011/65/EU. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available for download here: EU Declaration of Conformity (PDF).

3. Installation and commissioning​

Follow the instructions in this manual: Physical Installation. You can find more information on our website: energieleser.de.

4. General maintenance and servicing​

Handle the product parts with care and maintain them properly to ensure their service life. Please clean the parts only with a dry cloth and do not use solvents. For replacing the batteries, see Battery replacement.

5. Troubleshooting​

For specific questions or problems, please visit the FAQ and the Troubleshooting page, or contact customer support: info@energieleser.de.

6. Safety information​

This product is an electrical device and should be kept out of the reach of children and persons with reduced perception. Read the following safety information carefully before assembly and commissioning:

  1. Make sure all work is carried out in a dry and safe environment.
  2. Avoid contact with water and other liquids during installation and operation.
  3. Make sure all connections are firm and secure to avoid short circuits and other electrical hazards.
  4. Follow all steps given in the instructions to avoid damage to the device or injury.
  5. Use only the battery types specified in this documentation (2 × AA or 1 long-lasting battery + battery dummy). Do not mix old and new batteries, or different brands or types, in the same device.
  6. Do not attempt to open, puncture, burn or short-circuit the batteries. Keep the device and batteries out of reach of children.
  7. Do not attempt to open the casing. There are no user-serviceable parts inside apart from the battery compartment.
WARNING

When accessing the fuse box or meter cabinet, first check the meter and its surroundings to make sure there is no hazard in the form of loose cables, exposed copper or other objects that could cause an electric shock. If you come across any of these hazards, stop the installation immediately and contact an electrician. The Node itself is never connected directly to the mains. If a cover with live mains wiring has to be opened to connect a sensor, this work must be carried out by a qualified electrician only. Check the device for any physical damage before use. If the device is damaged, stop the installation immediately and contact customer service.

CAUTION

Avoid placing the product in a very hot or humid environment, as this can shorten its service life. Do not place the product outdoors in rain or snow. The product is NOT waterproof and is intended for indoor use and dry locations only. Using the product outside the intended temperature range (−5 °C to 55 °C) can cause malfunctions. If the product is opened or dropped, it will be damaged. Any other kind of impact can also damage it. Store the product in a dry environment.

7. Disposal and recycling​

7.1 Recycle electronic components​

WEEE symbol: crossed-out wheelie bin

This symbol means: electrical devices do not belong in household waste. Please recycle the product: at the end of its life, take it to a collection point for waste electrical equipment (e.g. your local recycling center) or return it to your point of sale. This way the materials are reused and potential hazards to the environment and health are avoided. Recycling also conserves natural resources.

Batteries do not belong in household waste either. Please recycle used batteries: take them to a collection point, which you can usually find in supermarkets, DIY stores or municipal recycling centers.

7.2 Disposal of packaging waste​

The packaging is made of materials that can be disposed of at local recycling points. By disposing of the packaging and packaging waste properly, you help to avoid potential hazards to the environment and public health.

8. Contact​

nineti GmbH
Mozartstr. 55, 70180 Stuttgart
Tel.: +49 (0) 711 39687998
Email: info@energieleser.de

Managing directors: Nemo Fink, Nicco Fink, Tibor Hofmann
Register court: Amtsgericht Stuttgart
Register number: HRB 783815
Registered office: Stuttgart

Next step​

See the FAQ for answers to other common questions.