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title: "Replacing or Resetting a Meter"
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> Macro (toc)

This topic explains how to adjust the meter reading history when you replace or reset a meter.

When you enter a meter reading, the previous meter reading is taken from the meter reading history. If you have replaced or reset the meter in the meantime, the previous meter reading will not accurately reflect the actual start reading of the meter.

For this reason you should create a new meter reading entry after you replace the meter to record the new start value.

> ℹ️ **Note**
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> ℹ️ Make sure that any billable usage has been entered before you create the adjustment.

1. In the **Meter Reading Entry** module or in NetworkConnect create a new reading for the outlet. See <u>[Entering a Meter Reading](https://rubiconwater.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/MNC/pages/2017722369)</u> for details of doing this in DMS.
2. Either read the value on the meter directly or enter the value manually if the meter is not remotely readable. This reading may or may not be zero. For example, some usage may be recorded on a meter if it has been tested before or during installation.
3. Set the usage to zero.
4. You will be prompted to adjust the reading. In the Meter Reading Adjustment form, click **Accept Value** to accept the reading and the usage and **Save** the reading.

Next time you read the meter, the correct start reading will be read from the meter reading history.

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