Common use of Correction of Metering Errors Clause in Contracts

Correction of Metering Errors. If, upon test, the measuring equipment is found to be in error by not more than one percent (1%), previous recordings of such equipment shall be considered accurate in computing deliveries, but such equipment shall be adjusted at once to record accurately. If, upon test, the measuring equipment shall be found to be inaccurate by an amount exceeding one percent (1%), at a recording corresponding to the average Hourly rate of flow for the period since the last preceding test, then any previous recordings of such equipment shall be corrected to zero error for any period that is known definitely or agreed upon between ELC and Customer. In case the period is not known or agreed upon by ELC and Customer, such correction shall be for a period equal to one-half of the time elapsed since the date of the last undisputed test.