JP4556923B2 - Gas appliance monitoring device - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to an apparatus for identifying a plurality of gas appliances connected to a gas pipe after passing through a gas meter and individually monitoring the use status of the gas.

Conventionally, as this type of gas monitoring device, there are a flow rate measuring means for generating a signal in accordance with the amount of gas passing through a gas meter disposed in a gas supply line, and a change in the amount of gas passing through the gas meter by a signal from the flow rate measuring means. Individual gas appliance flow rate calculation means for calculating the flow rate and classifying the gas amount for each individual gas appliance, sensor means for obtaining an input signal other than the change flow rate, for example, outside temperature, calendar information, use start time information, etc., and individual gas An apparatus provided with composite arithmetic means for determining the gas instrument used by combining information obtained from the instrument flow rate arithmetic means and the sensor means (for example, see Patent Document 1), and individual gas flow paths of each gas instrument Each sounding means for generating a monitoring sound of a predetermined frequency corresponding to each gas appliance with strength according to the gas flow rate, and a monitoring sound generated by each sounding means Hazuki that a monitoring means for monitoring the usage of individual gas appliance (for example, see Patent Document 2).
JP-A-3-236513 JP-A-8-178195

  However, the gas appliance monitoring device disclosed in each of the above patent documents needs to be provided with a gas appliance discriminating means with a complicated control circuit. In particular, in Patent Document 1, an individual gas appliance is detected from the change flow rate of the gas meter passage gas amount. Individual gas appliance flow rate calculation means that classifies each gas amount is provided, and the gas appliance used is estimated by combining various sensor information for specifying the usage environment, requiring a complicated circuit configuration However, there was a problem with certainty in identifying the gas appliances used.

  Moreover, since the thing of the patent document 2 emits the monitoring sound of the frequency according to the magnitude | size of the gas flow volume which flows into each gas appliance, and collects the monitoring sound and specifies the gas appliance to be used, it is individual. Although certainty can be improved in terms of identifying gas appliances to be used based on information emitted from other gas appliances, a whistle device that generates sound according to the flow rate, a microphone that collects sound, and an analysis circuit are required. There is a problem that a very complicated circuit configuration is required.

  The invention of the present application solves the above-mentioned problems and makes it possible to easily change the flow rate pattern as comparison reference data for identifying the appliances corresponding to the increase or decrease of gas appliances used in the home, and provided by the gas company It is an object of the present invention to provide a gas appliance monitoring apparatus that enables monitoring items to be changed for services to be performed.

In order to solve the above-described conventional problems, the gas appliance monitoring apparatus of the present invention is an apparatus for individually monitoring the types or use statuses of a plurality of gas appliances connected to the pipe after passing through the gas meter. , A flow rate measuring means for measuring a gas flow rate, a registration storage means for storing a flow rate pattern as comparison reference data for discriminating the type or usage pattern of a gas appliance applied in advance, and stored in the registration storage means Instrument signal registration means for setting and registering an instrument signal that identifies the type of gas instrument to be used based on instrument information, signal registering means for each application that identifies a usage pattern for each application of the gas instrument to be used, and instrument signal registration The appliance signal registration means and the use-specific signal for each item classified in advance for the service provided by the gas company based on the registration information of the means and the use-specific signal registration means Appliance identifying means for assigning and classifying setting signals of the recording means, classification item selecting means for selecting a category item of the appliance classification means corresponding to a service provided by a gas company, and the registration storage means For each item of the appliance classification means selected by the classification item selection means, the appliance determination means for comparing the gas flow rate value measured by the flow measurement means and the gas flow value measured by the flow measurement means A device-by-appliance monitoring means for monitoring the usage status, and when there is a request for data corresponding to the service provided from the gas company, the usage status data of the appliance monitoring means is output.

  According to the above-described invention, the application for appliance information such as the type or usage pattern of the gas appliance used in the home is applied to the gas company, etc., and the flow rate pattern for appliance discrimination corresponding to the appliance information is stored in the registration storage means. This makes it possible to discriminate instruments with high accuracy, and the instrument registration means can be changed according to the usage status of gas appliances in the home, so it is possible to add appliances, stop using them, or change the usage mode. If there is, it can be changed easily. Furthermore, the flow measurement data is managed for each monitoring item classified according to the service provided by the gas company, and the monitoring item can be selected according to the provided service. A high value-added gas supply business can be realized. In addition, when changing the appliance registration means and changing the monitoring item, it is not possible to perform a predetermined authentication process, so that it is possible to prevent exchanges that are against the will of the gas company or exchanges due to mischief.

  For example, as a setting method of the appliance registration means, a signal corresponding to the type of appliance and usage pattern, for example, an A signal for a water heater, a B signal for a gas cooker, a C signal for a gas fan heater, and a water heater As a form of use, signals such as A-1 signal for hot water supply, A-2 signal for bath, and A-3 signal for floor heating are set, and a flow rate pattern based on this setting signal is input as registration data. By memorizing, it is possible to accurately grasp the gas appliance used in the home or its usage, and compare it with the measured flow rate value using the registration data for appliance discrimination corresponding to this setting signal Therefore, since it is possible to make more accurate appliance determination, it is possible to enhance the security function and diversify services using data managed by each appliance.

  According to the gas appliance monitoring apparatus of the present invention, the appliance information such as the type or usage pattern of the gas appliance to be used in the home is applied to the gas company etc., and the flow rate pattern for appliance discrimination corresponding to the appliance information is registered. By storing in the storage means, it is possible to identify the appliance with high accuracy, and the appliance registration means can be changed according to the usage situation of the gas appliance in the home. It can be easily changed when the usage pattern is changed. Furthermore, the flow measurement data is managed for each monitoring item classified according to the service provided by the gas company, and the monitoring item can be selected according to the provided service. A high value-added gas supply business can be realized. In addition, when changing the appliance registration means and changing the monitoring item, it is not possible to perform a predetermined authentication process, so that it is possible to prevent exchanges that are against the will of the gas company or exchanges due to mischief.

A gas monitoring apparatus according to a first aspect of the present invention is an apparatus for individually monitoring the types or use states of a plurality of gas appliances connected to piping after passing through a gas meter, and the gas meter includes a flow rate for measuring a gas flow rate. Use based on measuring means, registration storage means for storing a flow rate pattern as comparison reference data for discriminating the type or usage pattern of a gas appliance applied in advance, and appliance information stored in the registration storage means Instrument signal registration means for setting and registering an instrument signal for specifying the type of gas instrument, application-specific signal registration means for specifying a use form for each use of the gas instrument to be used, and instrument signal registration means and application-specific signal registration means The setting signals of the appliance signal registering means and the application-specific signal registering means are assigned to each item previously classified for the service provided by the gas company from the registered information. Appliance identification means having appliance classification means for classification, classification item selection means for selecting a classification item of the appliance classification means corresponding to a service provided by a gas company, a flow rate pattern of the registration storage means, and the flow rate A device determination unit that compares a gas flow rate value measured by the measurement unit to determine a gas appliance or usage pattern, and a device that monitors the usage status for each item of the device classification unit selected by the classification item selection unit And a separate monitoring means, and when there is a request for data corresponding to the service provided by the gas company, the usage status data of the appliance monitoring means is output.

  Then, apply to the gas company etc. for appliance information such as the type or usage pattern of the gas appliance used in the home, and store the flow rate pattern for appliance discrimination corresponding to the appliance information in the registration storage means. High device discrimination is possible, and the device registration means can be changed according to the usage situation of gas appliances in the home, so when there is an addition of equipment, suspension of use, or change of usage form It can be easily changed. Furthermore, the flow measurement data is managed for each monitoring item classified according to the service provided by the gas company, and the monitoring item can be selected according to the provided service. A high value-added gas supply business can be realized. In addition, when changing the appliance registration means and changing the monitoring item, it is not possible to perform a predetermined authentication process, so that it is possible to prevent exchanges that are against the will of the gas company or exchanges due to mischief.

  For example, as a setting method of the appliance registration means, a signal corresponding to the type of appliance and usage pattern, for example, an A signal for a water heater, a B signal for a gas cooker, a C signal for a gas fan heater, and a water heater As a form of use, signals such as A-1 signal for hot water supply, A-2 signal for bath, and A-3 signal for floor heating are set, and a flow rate pattern based on this setting signal is input as registration data. By memorizing, it is possible to accurately grasp the gas appliance used in the home or its usage, and compare it with the measured flow rate value using the registration data for appliance discrimination corresponding to this setting signal Therefore, since it is possible to make more accurate appliance determination, it is possible to enhance the security function and diversify services using data managed by each appliance.

  The second invention comprises storage means for storing a plurality of flow rate patterns together with code numbers, and information input means for inputting the type or usage pattern of the gas appliance by the code number, and the code number input by the information input means The corresponding flow rate pattern is stored in the registration storage means.

  And by providing information input means for inputting coded instrument information from a keyboard or an external input device, etc., it becomes possible to easily store a flow rate pattern for instrument discrimination in the registration storage means, It can be easily changed when the use is stopped or the usage pattern is changed.

  The third invention is characterized in that an instruction for selecting a classification item of the appliance classification means is given by the information input means.

  Similarly to the second invention, since the monitoring item corresponding to the service provided by the gas company can be easily selected from the keyboard or the external input device, the user can be provided even when there are a plurality of provided services. It is possible to easily select and set the service to be requested.

  According to a fourth aspect of the invention, the registration storage means is configured to be detachable using a memory card in which a flow rate pattern to be used is stored in advance.

  By using a memory card, the gas meter can be stored in a compact manner, and the gas operator can easily insert and re-use data after writing data based on the information requested by the user. It becomes possible.

  The fifth invention is characterized in that the registration storage means and the appliance specifying means are configured to be detachable using a memory card.

  And, by managing the flow pattern for appliance discrimination and the monitoring items corresponding to the service provided by the gas company in the memory card and inserting it into the gas meter, the usage status corresponding to the provided service requested by the user is managed. be able to.

  6th invention is equipped with a time measuring means, and when there is an application for change of appliance use from the user, it can be used using the data of the conventional registration storage means only for a predetermined period, and cannot be used after the predetermined period has elapsed. It is characterized by doing.

  When the user makes an application for replacement of the registration storage means, it is possible to use it as usual for a predetermined period during which the change processing is performed, thereby improving usability.

  The seventh invention is characterized by comprising a warning means, and performing a warning notification when an appliance use change process is performed without passing through a predetermined authentication flow.

  When the registration storage means changing process is performed without performing the predetermined authentication process, it is determined that the replacement is contrary to the intention of the gas company or the replacement by mischief, and a warning is issued.

  The eighth invention is characterized by including a gas shut-off valve, and shutting off the gas flow path when the appliance use change process is performed without a predetermined authentication flow.

  If the registration storage means change process is performed without performing the predetermined authentication process, it is determined that the exchange is against the intention of the gas company or a mischief, and the gas passage is shut off to stop the use of gas. It is what I did.

  The ninth invention is characterized in that ultrasonic waves are used as the flow rate measuring means.

  Then, by using ultrasonic waves, instantaneous flow rate can be measured, and more accurate instrument discrimination is performed.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. Note that the present invention is not limited to the present embodiment.

(Embodiment 1)
FIG. 1 is an overall configuration diagram of a gas appliance monitoring apparatus according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention.

  A gas meter 2 is installed at the entrance of the gas supply pipe 1 of each household, and the gas is branched from the gas pipe 3 after passing through the gas meter 2 to a place where various gas appliances used at home are installed. Supplied. For example, a gas water heater 4 is installed outdoors, and hot water generated by the gas water heater 4 is installed in a kitchen hot water tap 5, a bath 6 in which a bathtub and a shower device are installed, a living room and the like through a water pipe. The floor heating 7 is supplied to form various usage forms.

  In addition, when indoors, gas is supplied to a gas table 8 installed in a kitchen, a gas fan heater 9 installed in a living room, a bedroom, or the like, and is used as needed.

  The gas meter 2 is provided with a flow rate measuring unit 12 for measuring the gas flow rate. For example, as shown in FIGS. 2 and 3, a pair of ultrasonic sensors is arranged in the gas flow path, and the flow rate according to the flow rate flowing through the flow path. Some measure the flow rate by measuring the changing propagation time. Hereinafter, the configuration will be briefly described. The first transmitter / receiver 12A for transmitting or receiving ultrasonic waves and the second transmitter / receiver 12B for receiving or transmitting ultrasonic waves are arranged in the flow direction, and transmission / reception is performed by the measurement control unit 13 having switching means. Switching is possible, and the flow state of fluid such as gas is detected. The flow rate is measured by processing the signals of the first transmitter / receiver 12A and the second transmitter / receiver 12B. Specifically, the first transmitter / receiver 12A is first driven by the measurement control unit 13 and then the second transmitter / receiver 12B. The ultrasonic wave is transmitted toward the upstream, that is, from the upstream to the downstream. Then, the signal received by the second transmitter / receiver 12B is amplified by the amplifying means provided in the measurement control unit 13, the amplified signal is compared with the reference signal, and after the signal equal to or higher than the reference signal is detected, the measurement control unit The above-described transmission / reception is repeated a predetermined number of times by the repeating means provided at 13, and each time value is measured by a time measuring means such as a timer counter provided at the measurement control unit 13.

  Next, transmission / reception of the first transmitter / receiver 12A and the second transmitter / receiver 12B is switched by the measurement control unit 13 having a switching unit, and ultrasonic waves are transmitted from the second transmitter / receiver 12B to the first transmitter / receiver 12A, that is, from downstream to upstream. A signal is transmitted, this transmission is repeated as described above, and each time value is measured. Then, the flow rate value is obtained by the signal processing means 14 in consideration of the size of the flow path 11 and the fluid flow state from the ultrasonic propagation time difference between the first transceiver 12A and the second transceiver 12B.

  In addition, a shutoff valve 15 is provided in the flow path 11 in which the flow rate measuring means 12 is disposed to shut off the gas flow when an abnormality occurs.

  Further, the gas meter 2 is provided with a registration storage means 16 for inputting and storing a flow rate pattern corresponding to the appliance information of the gas appliance used at home applied for by the user. And the memory | storage means 31 which memorize | stored the characteristic flow rate pattern of the gas flow rate according to the kind or usage form of the gas appliance matched with the code number is provided, and it uses it in the home where a user applies. By inputting a code number corresponding to the appliance information of the gas appliance into the information input means 32 from a keyboard or an external input device or the like, the flow rate pattern stored in the storage means 31 is extracted into the registration storage means 16 and stored as registration data. .

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, the registration storage means 16 is composed of a rewritable memory card 22 in which information on gas appliances used in the home is written in advance, and the card storage provided in the gas meter 2 is stored. You may make it accommodate in the part 23 so that attachment or detachment is possible.

  When the instrument information is input from the information input means 32 or when the registration storage means 16 composed of the memory card 22 or the like is inserted into the gas meter 2, the instrument information stored in the registration storage means 16 is used. An appliance signal registration means 17 for setting and registering an appliance signal for specifying the type of gas appliance to be used, an application-specific signal registration means 18 for specifying a usage form for each usage of the gas appliance to be used, and the appliance signal registration means. 17 and appliance classifying means 19 for classifying the gas appliances used in the home for each item previously classified by the gas company or the like for a specific service or the like based on the registration information of the signal registration means 18 and the signal registration means 18 for each use. 20 is provided.

  Then, the monitoring item classified according to the service provided by the gas company is selected by the classification item selection means 33, and the monitoring item corresponding to the provided service is set in the appliance classification means 19. This selection instruction to the classification item selection means 33 can be made via the information input means 32.

  In the case where the registration storage means 16 is constituted by the memory card 22, as shown in FIG. 3, the appliance specifying means 20 including the appliance classification means 19 may be integrated into the memory card 22. As a result, the service provided by the gas company can be collectively managed together with the information on the gas appliances used in the home, and the convenience can be improved.

  Here, the appliance signal registration means 17 sets and registers a signal according to the type of appliance, for example, as shown in the following table (Table 1).

  Further, the application-specific signal registration means 18 sets and registers a signal for specifying a use form for each use of the appliance, for example, as shown in the following table (Table 2).

  In addition, the appliance classification means 19 is a service provided by the gas company, in which the fields subject to gas gas discounts are preset and classified based on the type and usage of the gas appliance, and the above (Table 1) and (Table 2). By applying the gas appliances used in the home based on the information obtained in the above, for example, as shown in the following table (Table 3), if floor heating is performed using a water heater, the discount is A, and the gas fan heater If hot air heating is performed, etc., it is set as discount B, otherwise it is classified as standard, and gas appliances used at home are set and registered.

An appliance determination unit 24 for determining an appliance in use by comparing the flow rate value obtained by the signal processing unit 14 with the registration data (flow rate pattern) of the registration storage unit 16 is provided. There is a device-specific monitoring means 21 for monitoring the amount of gas used in accordance with the usage status of the gas device determined in (1). This appliance-specific monitoring means 21 inputs the gas flow rate value obtained by the signal processing means 14 of the flow rate measuring unit 12, is managed together with the registration information of the gas appliance determined by the appliance determination means 24, and is requested by the gas company. Based on the above, information such as a cumulative flow rate value for each predetermined period is output.

  Here, the outline of the instrument determination performed by the instrument determination unit 24 will be described. As the registration data stored in the registration storage unit 16, for example, a flow rate pattern as shown in FIG. As actual registration data, for example, data of a flow rate value every 0.2 seconds from the start of the instrument is stored for a predetermined time. Note that the data time interval does not need to be limited to 0.2 seconds, and can be arbitrarily set according to the required appliance discrimination capability.

  The flow rate measuring unit 12 measures the gas flow rate at regular intervals, and when the newly measured gas flow rate value increases by more than a predetermined value from the previous value, it is determined that a new instrument has been used, and the flow rate change and registration memory The flow rate pattern corresponding to the instrument code registered in the means 16 is compared to determine the instrument being used.

  In addition, when a signal such as an abnormal flow rate is input from the flow rate measuring unit 12, safety is ensured by blocking the flow path 11 via the cutoff valve 15.

  In the present embodiment, the discount item service is targeted as a classification item of the appliance identifying means 20, but the service is not limited to this, and services that are considered necessary by gas companies, such as security services, are targeted. A monitoring method for each device can be adopted.

  In addition, in the case where the registration storage means 16 has a detachable card-type insertion structure, it is assumed that the registration storage means 16 may be exchanged against the will of the gas company or may be forcibly removed due to mischief. Even if the information input means 32 is configured to be input, it may be operated by a person other than the gas operator. In order to prevent such an action, in the present invention, a lid provided on the front side of the gas meter 2 is used. An open / close detection means 29 for detecting that the gas sensor 28 has been removed and a meter-side wireless communication means 25 capable of transmitting and receiving in the gas meter 2 are provided, and an authentication code transmitting means comprising a wireless key 10 carried by the gas company is provided. A predetermined authentication code is transmitted, the authentication code received by the meter-side wireless communication means 25 and received by the authentication code confirmation means 26 When it is determined to be normal, the detection signal of the open / close detection means 29 is invalidated so that the memory card 22 can be replaced or changed by the information input means 32, and the authentication code is abnormal or no authentication code is received. When the cover 28 is removed, the alarm means 27 is used to warn that the memory card 22 has been replaced or removed, and that the information input means 32 cannot be changed, or the shut-off valve 15 is activated and the flow path 11 is turned on. Is shut off and the use of the gas meter 2 is prohibited.

  By the above authentication flow, only the gas company or authorized contractor can exchange and remove the registration storage means 16 and change processing by the information input means 32, and prevent exchanges that are contrary to the intention of the gas company or mischief. ing. However, when a change request for device information is received from the user, a predetermined period is required for the change process. Therefore, during this period, the usage status can be monitored based on conventional registration data. After the count-up, it is assumed that there is a mistake in the registration information of the appliance, the warning notification by the alarm means 27, or the shutoff valve 15 is activated to shut off the flow path 11 and prohibit the use of the gas meter 2.

In the gas appliance monitoring apparatus configured as described above, first, the user applies to the gas company for the type or usage pattern of the gas appliance to be used in the home, and the gas company uses the appliance information to gas. A device registration means 16 that stores a flow pattern for determining a device to be used from the flow rate value is created and inserted into the gas meter 2. Thereafter, the registration data of the appliance registration means 16 and the flow rate value obtained by the flow rate measurement unit 12 are compared, and the measurement data is managed for each item classified in advance corresponding to the provided service. When there is a request, the flow rate data corresponding to the registration information of the gas appliance is output, and the request information is transmitted via the meter-side wireless communication means 16.

  The gas company can improve the convenience, economy, and safety for the user by reflecting the acquired appliance information on the target service set in advance.

  As described above, the appliance information such as the type or usage pattern of the gas appliance to be used in the home is applied to the gas company, and the flow rate pattern for appliance discrimination corresponding to the appliance information is stored in the registration storage means 16. This makes it possible to discriminate instruments with high accuracy, and the instrument registration means can be changed according to the usage status of gas appliances in the home, so it is possible to add appliances, stop using them, or change the usage mode. If there is, it can be changed easily. Furthermore, the flow measurement data is managed for each monitoring item classified according to the service provided by the gas company, and the monitoring item can be selected according to the provided service. A high value-added gas supply business can be realized. In addition, when changing the appliance registration means 16 or changing the monitoring item, it is not possible to perform a predetermined authentication process, so that it is possible to prevent exchanges that are against the will of the gas company or exchanges due to mischief.

  In addition, by providing information input means for inputting coded instrument information from a keyboard or an external input device, etc., it becomes possible to easily store a flow pattern for instrument discrimination in the registration storage means, It can be easily changed when the use is stopped or the usage pattern is changed.

  In addition, monitoring items corresponding to services provided by the gas company can be easily selected from a keyboard or external input device, etc., so even if there are multiple services provided, the services provided by the user can be easily obtained. You can select and set.

  Further, by using the memory card 22 as the instrument registration means 16, it is possible to store the gas meter 2 in a compact manner, and the insertion work after the gas company writes data based on the information requested by the user. It is easy and can be used repeatedly.

  When the user makes an application for replacement of the registration storage means, it is possible to use it as usual for a predetermined period during which the change processing is performed, thereby improving usability.

  In addition, when the registration storage means is replaced without performing the predetermined authentication process, it is determined that the replacement is contrary to the intention of the gas company or replacement by mischief, and a warning is given, or the gas flow path is shut off and the gas is shut off. By stopping the use of, reliability and safety can be ensured.

  And by using an ultrasonic wave, it is possible to measure an instantaneous flow rate, and to perform instrument discrimination with higher accuracy.

  The present invention is not limited to a monitoring device that specifies the type of gas appliance used in the home and the usage pattern and manages it together with the flow rate data, but also identifies the type and usage pattern for a plurality of appliances used in the office or store, It can also be applied to devices that manage power consumption and water usage.

1 is an overall configuration diagram of a gas monitoring device according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention. Control block diagram on the gas meter side in the gas monitoring device Another control block diagram on the gas meter side in the gas monitoring device The figure which shows the accommodation form of the appliance registration means in the gas monitoring apparatus The figure which shows an example of the flow pattern in the gas monitoring device

Explanation of symbols

2 Gas meter 3 Gas piping 10 Wireless key (authentication code transmission means)
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 12 Flow measurement part 16 Registration memory | storage means 20 Instrument identification means 21 Instrument-specific monitoring means 22 Memory card 23 Card storage part 24 Instrument determination means 25 Meter side radio | wireless communication means 26 Authentication code confirmation means 27 Alarm means 32 Information input means 33 Classification item selection means

Claims (9)

A device for individually monitoring the type or usage status of a plurality of gas appliances connected to piping after passing through a gas meter, wherein the gas meter includes a flow rate measuring means for measuring a gas flow rate and a gas appliance that has been applied for in advance. A registration storage means for storing a flow rate pattern serving as comparison reference data for discriminating the type or form of use, and an appliance signal for specifying the type of gas appliance to be used based on the appliance information stored in the registration storage means Provided by the gas company from appliance signal registration means to be set and registered, application-specific signal registration means for specifying a usage form for each use of the gas appliance to be used, and registration information of the appliance signal registration means and application-specific signal registration means There is an appliance classification means for assigning and classifying the setting signals of the appliance signal registration means and the application-specific signal registration means for each item previously classified for the service. A gas flow rate value measured by an appliance specifying means, a classification item selecting means for selecting a classification item of the appliance classification means corresponding to a service provided by a gas company, a flow rate pattern of the registration storage means, and the flow rate measuring means A device determination unit that determines a gas appliance or a usage pattern to be used, and a device-specific monitoring unit that monitors a usage status for each item of the device classification unit selected by the classification item selection unit, A gas appliance monitoring apparatus configured to output usage status data of the appliance monitoring means when there is a request for data corresponding to a service provided by a business operator. A storage means for storing a plurality of flow rate patterns together with a code number and an information input means for inputting the type or usage pattern of the gas appliance by the code number are provided, and the flow rate pattern corresponding to the code number input by the information input means is registered. The gas appliance monitoring device according to claim 1, wherein the gas appliance monitoring device is stored in the storage means. The gas appliance monitoring apparatus according to claim 1 or 2, wherein an instruction to select a classification item of the appliance classification means is given by the information input means. The gas appliance monitoring apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the registration storage means is configured to be detachable using a memory card in which a flow rate pattern to be used is stored in advance. The gas appliance monitoring device according to claim 1 or 4, wherein the registration storage means and the appliance specifying means are configured to be detachable using a memory card. A time measuring means is provided, and when there is a device use change application from a user, it is possible to use the data of the conventional registration storage means only for a predetermined period, and to disable the use after a predetermined period. The gas appliance monitoring device according to any one of the above. The gas appliance monitoring device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, further comprising a warning means, which performs warning notification when the appliance use change process is performed without passing through a predetermined authentication flow. The gas appliance monitoring device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, further comprising a gas cutoff valve, which shuts off the gas flow path when an appliance use change process is performed without a predetermined authentication flow. The gas appliance monitoring apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein an ultrasonic wave is used as the flow rate measuring means.