Saudi Arabian Grid Code May 2024

In case such signs are evident, the TSP will investigate the matter further, and if as a result, the integrity of the Metering Equipment (or any part thereof) becomes doubtful, the TSP will require the Metering Equipment (or part thereof) to be replaced or repaired, as may be appropriate, on the cost of the relevant User. In either case, the Metering Equipment (or part thereof) shall have to undergo testing, certification, and calibration as is laid down in section 7.13.3 The TSP shall also deal with such issues of damage, tampering, and/or unauthorized interference with Metering Equipment in accordance with its standing policy for handling such cases, which shall include, but not limited to, the following: (i) documenting of the situation and recording of all evidence pertaining to damage, tampering, and/or unauthorized interference; (ii) determining recoverable charge from the relevant User of all reasonable costs pertaining to the unaccounted for Power and Energy for the period for which the Metering Equipment is deemed to have been abused, including imposing of a reasonable penalty; and (iii) pursuing of any additional action against the relevant User for such unscrupulous acts in accordance with the applicable laws and/or rules and regulations in the Kingdom. Repair and Maintenance of Metering Equipment 7.14.1 The Metering Equipment at the Connection Point shall be maintained by the TSP at the witness of the User. All test results, Maintenance Programs, and sealing records shall be kept for the life of the Metering Equipment, and for five (5) years after the retirement of the Equipment. The Equipment data and test records shall be made available to authorized parties. 7.14.2 The TSP shall repair the Metering System as soon as practical if a Metering System malfunctions or requires maintenance. The TSP shall charge for the metering services provided. Chapter 7 - Metering Code The Saudi Arabian Grid Code Updated Version: May 2024 Approval, Certification, and Testing of Metering Equipment 7.15.1 The TSP has the responsibility for Meter type approval, Meter certification, and Meter testing for compliance with the provisions of the Metering Code. 7.15.2 Meter Equipment used in accordance with this Code shall be approved types. The TSP shall maintain this list and shall make it available to Users on request. 7.15.3 All Metering Equipment shall be from a manufacturer pre-qualified by the TSP. 7.15.4 The TSP shall maintain records for all Metering Equipment relating to their calibration including the dates and results of any tests, readings, and adjustments. 7.15.5 Such records shall also include any other details as may be required by the TSP. Such records shall be complete and accurate and retained for the life of the relevant item. 7.15.6 The TSP shall make arrangements to seal all Metering Equipment, data collection equipment, and associated modems and telephone links. 7.15.7 All new Metering Equipment shall be required to undergo relevant certification tests which shall be performed in accordance with the relevant international/Saudi national standards. 7.15.8 Meter Certificates shall be issued for a specified life span. The Meter Certificate duration may differ for different Meter types and may change from time to time. 7.15.9 Following certification, a certification seal will be applied. This seal must be maintained intact in order for the Meter to retain certified status. 7.15.10 Meters removed from service must be re-certified before reconnection for use. Meter Reconciliation 7.16.1 The TSP shall make arrangement to remotely read the cumulative energy values every month for checking purposes. 7.16.2 If cumulative energy values are not available remotely, then the TSP will take manual readings each month for the above purposes.