EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATION STANDARDS Clause Samples
EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATION STANDARDS. 3.1. Owner/Operator must provide written documentation satisfactory to GRU that the design specifications of the DGR, associated inverter, all connecting wiring and disconnect means, control and protective circuits, meters and any other related equipment adhere to the prevailing versions of the following applicable standards in effect at the time of this Agreement:
3.1.1. IEEE Standard 1547, entitled “Interconnecting Distributed Resources with Electric Power Systems”
3.1.2. UL Standard 1741, entitled “Standard for Safety for Static Inverters and Charge Controllers for use in Distributed Resources
3.1.3. UL Standard 1703 entitled “Standard for Safety: Flat Plate Photovoltaic Modules and Panels
3.1.4. IEEE Standard 1262-1995, entitled “Recommended Practice for Qualification of Photovoltaic Modules” or IEC Standard 61646 3.1.5. IEEE Standard 929 “Recommended Practice for Utility Interface of Photovoltaic (PV) Systems 3.1.6. National Electrical Code.
3.2. Owner/Operator agrees that the requirements of this Agreement shall be in effect prior to interconnection of any DGR equipment with the distribution system. It is the responsibility of Owner/Operator to ensure that this condition is satisfied. If a DGR system (or elements thereof) is found to be interconnected to the distribution system without a fully executed Agreement, GRU reserves the right to isolate, secure, and lock out of service the DGR system. If such efforts are not practical or effective, GRU may operate or configure its equipment as necessary to isolate the DGR system from the distribution system.
3.3. Owner/Operator agrees that the installer of the DGR will be a licensed Florida Solar Contractor or Florida Electrical Contractor.
3.4. Owner/Operator shall provide written certification that the installation of the DGR was permitted and inspected by all local building code officials having jurisdiction over the DGR installation. Owner/Operator shall also provide written certification that the equipment and installation have met all applicable mechanical and electrical code requirements and has been approved by local code officials for operation. Owner/Operator may meet this requirement by forwarding a copy of the final electrical permit and a copy of any necessary construction permit(s) to the GRU representative identified in Section 13 so that it can be attached to this Agreement.
3.5. Review of Owner/Operator specifications by GRU shall not be construed as confirming or endorsing the design or an...
EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATION STANDARDS. All system design, equipment and installation must conform to the following codes, standards and rating methodologies.
1. All design, equipment and workmanship must comply with the requirements of the local electrical utility. Provider must ensure all proposed equipment is acceptable to the local electrical utility and meets the interconnection and code requirements.
2. If any equipment using hazardous materials (i.e. Cadmium or other hazardous materials) are included in the Project, then the environmental impact of the hazardous material usage must be discussed, including any special maintenance requirements and proper disposal/recycling of the equipment at the end of its useful life. Equipment containing hazardous materials must comply with the EPA Landfill Disposal Requirements. Any additional costs related to equipment containing hazardous materials must be clearly identified.
3. CPUC approved Electric Rule 21 – Generating Facility Interconnections.
4. UL1741 (Inverters, Converters and Controllers for Independent Power Systems).
5. UL1703 (Standard for Flat Plate Photovoltaic Modules and Panels).
6. IEEE 929 (2000) – Recommended Practice for Utility Interface of Photovoltaic (PV) Systems.
7. IEEE 1262 (1995) – Recommended Practice for Qualifications of Photovoltaic (PV) Modules.
8. NEC Article 690.
9. All applicable Utility Guidelines and Standards for PV Systems, electrical utility systems and metering requirements, including net energy metering requirements.
10. Conform to the Utility’s Distribution Interconnection Handbook.
11. Wind uplift requirements per the American Society of Civil Engineers Standard for Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE 7) and must be able to withstand applicable design wind speeds for that location (at least 85 mph or 105 mph, as applicable (3-second gusts).
12. All other applicable codes.