Have you ever faced a situation where your home’s electricity suddenly ran out and you were left without power, unable to immediately recharge your units? This situation can be very frustrating, especially if you need electricity and cannot charge your units. This is why it is essential to know how to check the balance of your prepaid meter.
What is a prepaid meter?
A prepaid meter, as the name suggests, is an electricity meter that allows users to pay for their electricity consumption in advance. This simply means that if you use a prepaid meter, you are allowed to load credit onto your meter, which is then used to power the various electrical appliances in your home, office or any other building.
Why do people use a prepaid meter?
Many customers opt for a prepaid meter because it gives them greater control over their electricity usage and allows them to better budget their electricity bills.
How to check the balance of your prepaid meter
Now that you understand how a prepaid meter works, here’s how to check your prepaid meter balance:
1. Check your prepaid meter balance on the meter screen
One of the most convenient ways to check your prepaid meter balance is to view your prepaid meter screen. For most prepaid meters, the unit balance is always displayed on the screen. This means that when you view it, you will see your available units displayed on the screen.
2. Check the balance of your prepaid meter using a code
You can also check the balance of your prepaid meter using a code. This can be useful if your meter does not show the balance at first glance at the screen.
To check the balance of your prepaid meter using a code:
– Simply type “009” and press the button with an arrow.
– This code will work if you are using a prepaid meter from the Mojec company, which produces most prepaid meters in Nigeria.
If, however, your prepaid meter is of the Longi brand, the prepaid code above will not work to check the balance of your meter.
For Longi prepaid meters:
– Type “801” on your meter and press the ‘enter’ button to check the balance of your prepaid meter.
Once you enter one of these codes according to your prepaid meter and then press ‘enter’, your prepaid meter balance will be displayed on your screen.
Conclusion: Knowing how to check the balance of your prepaid meter is essential to avoid unexpected power outages and to effectively manage your electricity consumption. By following these simple steps, you will always be able to keep an eye on your balance and stay topped up at all times.