Meters shall be installed on the outside of buildings or service structures or a meter pole. Exceptions to this practice must be approved by the Cooperative.
The consumer shall furnish a convenient place, readily accessible without risk of bodily harm to Cooperative employees, free from vibration, corrosive atmosphere and abnormal temperatures, in which to install the metering equipment.
Meters shall not be located under porches, carports and breezeways, or under the outfall of eaves, rain spouts, or drains, or where doors and other hinged building accessory might damage the metering equipment.
Meters shall be installed at such a height that the center of the meter, or top row of multiple meter installations, is 6 feet plus or minus 6 inches above the ground or platform.
In cases where unusual conditions exist, the Cooperative shall be consulted prior to installation.
There shall be minimum 4 inches clearance between the meter base and any physical obstruction which might interfere with the installation of the meter or use of meter test equipment.
New service entrance locations shall be approved by the Cooperative prior to installation.