A. When the accuracy of the record of the water meter is questioned by the consumer, it shall be removed and tested.
B. If the test discloses an error against the consumer of more than two percent (2%), the authority may bear the entire expense of the test; on the other hand, where no such error is found, the person who requested the test shall pay the charge fixed by the authority, based on the actual time required to make such test.
C. Before making a test of any meter the person requesting such test shall make a deposit to the authority of the amount charged for such test, same to be fixed by the authority, based on the actual time required to make such test.
D. No meter shall be removed nor in any way disturbed or the seal broken except in the presence or under the control and direction of the authority.