Common use of Standard of Meter Accuracy; Resolution of Disputes as to Accuracy Clause in Contracts

Standard of Meter Accuracy; Resolution of Disputes as to Accuracy. The following steps shall be taken to resolve any disputes regarding the accuracy of the meter: (A) If either Party disputes the accuracy or condition of the meter, such Party shall so advise the other Party in writing. (B) Provider shall, within thirty (30) days after receiving such notice from Purchaser, or Purchaser shall, within such time after having received such notice from Provider, advise the other Party in writing as to its position concerning the accuracy of such meter and state reasons for taking such position. (C) If the Parties are unable to resolve the dispute through reasonable negotiations, then either Party may cause the meter to be tested by an agreed upon and disinterested third party. (D) If the meter is found to be inaccurate by not more than two percent (2%), any previous recordings of the meter shall be deemed accurate, and the Party disputing the accuracy or condition of the meter under Section 4.2(c)(ii)(A) shall bear the cost of inspection and testing of the meter. (E) If the meter is found to be inaccurate by more than 2% or if such meter is for any reason out of service or fails to register, then (1) Provider shall promptly cause any meter found to be inaccurate to be: