Common use of Manual Disconnect Switch Clause in Contracts

Manual Disconnect Switch. 5.1. Participant must install a manual, lockable, visible load break disconnect switch between the generation source and the Distributor’s electric power distribution system that is visibly marked in accordance with the Distributor’s labeling requirements. The AC disconnect shall provide for dead front access. The disconnect switch shall be mounted separate from the Distributor’s meter socket in a visible location within five feet of the Distributor’s meter socket or as otherwise approved by the Distributor. Participant shall ensure that such manual disconnect switch shall remain readily accessible to Distributor and be capable of being locked in the open position by the Distributor with a single utility padlock. 5.2. The following shall be required for Tier 3 installations: A permanent, weatherproof single line diagram of the facility must be located immediately adjacent to the disconnect switch. Names and current telephone numbers of at least two persons, one of whom must be the “Operator in Charge” of the System, authorized to provide access to the facility and who have authority to make decisions regarding the interconnection and operation of the Qualifying System will be included, shall be listed below the line diagram.