Some other meters are the mechanical dial type.  Here are some simple rules for reading your dial type meter:

• Read and record meter readings from right to left.
  
   
• Record the smaller number when the pointer is between numbers. However, if the pointer is between 9 and 0, use 9 as the lower number.
  
   
• If the pointer is directly on a number, the dial to the right will determine its reading. If the pointer on the right has passed zero, record the number the pointer is directly on. If the pointer on the right is not past zero, record the next lowest number on the dial you're reading.
  
   
• If you read your meter one month later, simply subtract the previous month's reading to determine the number of kilowatt-hours you've used in one month.