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Expedited Permit Process for PV Systems
Micro-Inverter
The Solar America Board for Codes and Standards (Solar ABCs) Expedited Permit Pro-
cess provides a means to differentiate systems that can be permitted quickly and easily
due to their similarity with the majority of small-scale PV systems. Those systems with
unique characteristics may be handled with small additions to this Expedited Permit
Process or may require much more information, depending on the uniqueness of the
installation.
The following pages contain forms for the Micro-Inverter to use with the Expedited Per-
mit Process. The Standard String, AC Module, and Supply-Side Connection forms
are also available as interactive PDF files at www.solarabcs.org/permitting. In jurisdic-
tions that have adopted the Expedited Permit Process for PV Systems, these forms can
be filled out electronically and submitted in either printed form and via email. An elec-
tronic format is used so that the supplied information is standardized and legible for the
local jurisdiction.
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
Expedited Permit Process for PV Systems — Micro-Inverter2
Expedited Permit Process for Small-Scale PV Systems
Micro-Inverter
The information in this guideline is intended to help local jurisdictions and contractors identify when PV system installations
are simple, needing only a basic review, and when an installation is more complex. It is likely that 50%-75% of all residential
systems will comply with these simple criteria. For projects that fail to meet the simple criteria, resolution steps have been
suggested to provide as a path to permit approval.
Required Information for Permit:
1. Site plan showing location of major components on the property. This drawing need not be exactly to scale, but it
should represent relative location of components at site (see supplied example site plan). PV arrays on dwellings
with a 3’ perimeter space at ridge and sides may not need separate fire service review.
2. Electrical diagram showing PV array configuration, wiring system, overcurrent protection, inverter, disconnects,
required signs, and ac connection to building (see supplied standard electrical diagram).
3. Specification sheets and installation manuals (if available) for all manufactured components including, but not
limited to, PV modules, inverter(s), combiner box, disconnects, and mounting system.
Step 1: Structural Review of PV Array Mounting System
Is the array to be mounted on a defined, permitted roof structure? l Yes l No
If No due to non-compliant roof or a ground mount, submit completed worksheet for the structure WKS1.
Roof Information:
1. Is the roofing type lightweight (Yes = composition, lightweight masonry, metal, etc…)__________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
If No, submit completed worksheet for roof structure WKS1 (No = heavy masonry, slate, etc…).
2. Does the roof have a single roof covering? l Yes l No
If No, submit completed worksheet for roof structure WKS1.
3. Provide method and type of weatherproofing roof penetrations (e.g. flashing, caulk).____________________________
Mounting System Information:
1. Is the mounting structure an engineered product designed to mount PV modules with no more than an 18” gap
beneath the module frames? l Yes l No
If No, provide details of structural attachment certified by a design professional.
2. For manufactured mounting systems, fill out information on the mounting system below:
a. Mounting System Manufacturer ___________Product Name and Model#________________________________
b. Total Weight of PV Modules and Rails ___________lbs
c. Total Number of Attachment Points____________
d. Weight per Attachment Point (b÷c)_________________lbs (if greater than 45 lbs, see WKS1)
e. Maximum Spacing Between Attachment Points on a Rail ______________inches (see product manual for
maximum spacing allowed based on maximum design wind speed)
f. Total Surface Area of PV Modules (square feet)_________________ ft 2
g. Distributed Weight of PV Module on Roof (b÷f)_______________ lbs/ft2
If distributed weight of the PV system is greater than 5 lbs/ft2, see WKS1.
Step 2: Electrical Review of PV System (Calculations for Electrical Diagram)
In order for a PV system to be considered for an expedited permit process, the following must apply:
1. PV modules, utility-interactive inverters, and combiner boxes are identified for use in PV systems.
2. The PV array is composed of 4 series strings or less per inverter.
3. The total inverter capacity has a continuous ac power output 13,440 Watts or less
4. The ac interconnection point is on the load side of service disconnecting means (690.64(B)).
5. One of the standard electrical diagrams (E1.1, E1.1a, E1.1b, or E1.1c) can be used to accurately represent the PV
system. Interactive PDF diagrams are available at www.solarabcs.org/permitting.
Fill out the standard electrical diagram completely. A guide to the electrical diagram is provided to help the applicant
understand each blank to fill in. If the electrical system is more complex than the standard electrical diagram can effectively
communicate, provide an alternative diagram with appropriate detail.
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
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Solar Module
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(N) AC Disconnect
(N) Junction Box
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MicroInverter
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Total Roof Area: 2320
Total Module Area: 572
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Orientation: 90 Deg
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4 - IQ8+ Microinverters
Pitch: 20 Deg
Orientation: 270 Deg
Solar PV Array 3
10 - Canadian 395W Modules
10 - IQ8+ Microinverters
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Orientation: 180 Deg
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906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
SINGLE LINE
DIAGRAM2
AC SYSTEM SIZE CALCULATION
Module PTC
Rating (W)x NO. of
Modules x Average Inverter
CEC Efficiency = AC System Size
x x = 9.36 kW AC97% 26 371.5
PERCENT
OF VALUES
NUMBER OF CURRENT
CARRYING CONDUCTORS IN EMT
.80 4-6
.70 7-9
.50 10-20
KEY NOTES:
· SOLID BARE G.E.C (FREE-AIR) MOUNTED UNDER ARRAY
· PER NEC ARTICLE 690.35 INVERTER GROUND FAULT PROTECTION PROVIDED
· ALL GROUNDS AND NEUTRALS BONDED TO EXISTING GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR W/IRREVERSIBLE CRIMP CONNECTOR,
· BACKFED BREAKERS MUST BE LOCATED @ OPPOSITE END OF BUS BAR
FROM MAIN BREAKER OR MAIN LUG ON GRID SIDE. WHEN A BACKFED
BREAKER IS THE METHOD OF UTILITY INTERCONNECTION, BREAKER SHALL
NOT READ LINE .
· PER CEC 250.65(C): CONDUCTOR SPLICES ONLY ALLOWED WITH
COMPRESSION CONNECTORS OR EXOTHERMIC WELDING
· ALL GROUNDS AND NEUTRALS BONDED TO EXISTING GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR W/IRREVERSIBLE CRIMP CONNECTOR,
· VERIFY (E) UFER GROUND NEAR MSP. IF (E) UFER IS NOT ACCESSIBLE OR
9(5,),$%/(,167$//$1(:;
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SOLAR SYSTEM EQUIPMENT GROUNDING ACCORDINGLY.
# ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY
1 PV MODULE
2 INVERTERS
3 4
4 1
5 MAIN SERVICE
PANEL
(N) MAIN SERVICE PANEL 125A
BUSBAR & 100A MAIN BREAKER
1
26
AC DISCONNECT
60A 240V NON-FUSIBLE AC
DISCONNECT
JUNCTION BOX 6X6X4 PVC NEMA3
...
1
2 3 3
3
4
1
6
String a(13) Modules (13) MicroInverters
26
7
6
7
(N)ENPHASE IQ COMBINER 4
120/240V,
NEMRA 3R
ENPHASE
COMBINER BOX 1
(N)ENVOY 3G PV MONITORING
SYSTEM
ENPHASE
MONITORING6 1
WIRE CHART
#MAX AMPS X NEC MULT =
DESIGN AMPS
BREAKER
SIZE (A)WIRE TYPE EGC
WIRE RATING X TEMP DERATE X
CONDUCTOR DERATE =
DERATED WIRE
CONDUIT SIZE
2 13 X 1.25 X 1.21 = 19.66A 20 40 X .71 X .8 = 22.72 >= 19.66 3/4" EMT
3 26X 1.25 X 1.21 =39.325A 40 (3) #8 AWG, CU-THWN-2 55 X .91 X 1 = 50.05 >=39.328
(4) #10 AWG, CU-THWN-2 (1) #8 AWG, CU-THWN-2 EGC
(1) #8 AWG, CU-THWN-2 EGC
15A
3/4" EMT
Enphase
20A
120% RULE CALCULATION PER NEC 705.12(D)(2)(3)
MSP BUSBAR RATING: 125 AMPS
MSP SUB BREAKER RATING: 100 AMPS
PV BACKFEDING CURRENT: AMPS
BUSBAR X 120% - MAIN BREAKER = MAX PV BREAKER
150 - 100 = 50
40
CANADIANS SOLARt
CS3N 395MS
Voc =44.3V, Vmp = 37.0V
Isc = 11.44A, Imp = 10.68A
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1 13 X 1.25 X 1.21 = 19.66A 20 (1) #6 BARE SOLID COPPER GEC 30 X .71 X 1 =21.3 >=19.66 IN FREE AIR(2) #12 AWG, ENPHASE Q CABLE
ENPHASE IQ8+ MICROINVERTERS
IQ8PLUS-72-2-US (240V)
PEAK PWR TRACKING VOLTAGE: = 27-37 V
CEC EFFICIENCY : = 97.0 %
ENCLOSURE : NEMA 6
MAXIMUM INPUT CURRENT: = 15 A
MAXIMUM OUTPUT CURRENT: = 1.21 A
MAXIMUM INPUT POWER: = 235 - 440W+
MAXIMUM OUTPUT POWER: = 290 VA
20A
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Contractor Name,
Address and Phone:
Notes for One-Line Standard Electrical
Diagram for Single-Phase PV Systems
Site Name:
Site Address:
System AC Size:
SIZE FSCM NO DWG NO REV
E1.2a
SCALE NTS Date: SHEET
Drawn By:
Checked By:
MAX POWER-POINT CURRENT (IMP)
MAX POWER-POINT VOLTAGE (VMP)
OPEN-CIRCUIT VOLTAGE (VOC)
SHORT-CIRCUIT CURRENT (ISC)
MAX SERIES FUSE (OCPD)
MAXIMUM POWER (PMAX)
MAX VOLTAGE (TYP 600VDC)
VOC TEMP COEFF (mV/oC or %/oC )
IF COEFF SUPPLIED, CIRCLE UNITS
MODULE MAKE
MODULE MODEL
PV MODULE RATINGS @ STC (Guide Section 5)
MAX DC VOLT RATING
MAX POWER @ 40oC
NOMINAL AC VOLTAGE
MAX AC CURRENT
MAX OCPD RATING
INVERTER MAKE
INVERTER MODEL
INVERTER RATINGS (Guide Section 4)
1) IF UTILITY REQUIRES A VISIBLE-BREAK SWITCH, DOES THIS SWITCH MEET THE
REQUIREMENT? YES NO N/A
2) IF GENERATION METER REQUIRED, DOES THIS METER SOCKET MEET THE
REQUIREMENT? YES NO N/A
3) SIZE PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SOURCE (DC) CONDUCTORS BASED ON MAX
CURRENT ON NEC 690.53 SIGN OR OCPD RATING AT DISCONNECT
4) SIZE INVERTER OUTPUT CIRCUIT (AC) CONDUCTORS ACCORDING TO INVERTER
OCPD AMPERE RATING. (See Guide Section 9)
5) TOTAL OF ______ INVERTER OUTPUT CIRCUIT OCPD(s), ONE FOR EACH MICRO-
INVERTER CIRCUIT. DOES TOTAL SUPPLY BREAKERS COMPLY WITH 120% BUSBAR
EXCEPTION IN 690.64(B)(2)(a)? YES NO
NOTES FOR INVERTER CIRCUITS (Guide Section 8 and 9):
1.) LOWEST EXPECT AMBIENT TEMPERATURE BASED ON ASHRAE MINIMUM MEAN
EXTREME DRY BULB TEMPERATURE FOR ASHRAE LOCATION MOST SIMILAR TO
INSTALLATION LOCATION. LOWEST EXPECTED AMBIENT TEMP ____oC
2.) HIGHEST CONTINUOUS AMBIENT TEMPERATURE BASED ON ASHRAE HIGHEST
MONTH 2% DRY BULB TEMPERATURE FOR ASHRAE LOCATION MOST SIMILAR TO
INSTALLATION LOCATION. HIGHEST CONTINUOUS TEMPERATURE ____oC
2.) 2009 ASHRAE FUNDAMENTALS 2% DESIGN TEMPERATURES DO NOT EXCEED
47oC IN THE UNITED STATES (PALM SPRINGS, CA IS 44.1 oC). FOR LESS THAN 9
CURRENT-CARRYING CONDUCTORS IN ROOF-MOUNTED SUNLIT CONDUIT AT
LEAST 0.5" ABOVE ROOF AND USING THE OUTDOOR DESIGN TEMPERATURE OF
47oC OR LESS (ALL OF UNITED STATES),
a) 12 AWG, 90 oC CONDUCTORS ARE GENERALLY ACCEPTABLE FOR MODULES
WITH Isc OF 7.68 AMPS OR LESS WHEN PROTECTED BY A 12-AMP OR SMALLER
FUSE.
b) 10 AWG, 90oC CONDUCTORS ARE GENERALLY ACCEPTABLE FOR MODULES
WITH Isc OF 9.6 AMPS OR LESS WHEN PROTECTED BY A 15-AMP OR SMALLER
FUSE.
NOTES FOR ARRAY CIRCUIT WIRING (Guide Section 6 and 8 and Appendix E):
OCPD = OVERCURRENT PROTECTION DEVICE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE®REFERENCES
SHOWN AS (NEC XXX.XX)
NOTES FOR ALL DRAWINGS:
SIGNSSEE GUIDE SECTION 7
SIGN FOR DC DISCONNECT
SIGN FOR INVERTER OCPD AND AC
DISCONNECT (IF USED)
No sign necessary since 690.51
marking on PV module covers
needed information
AC OUTPUT CURRENT
NOMINAL AC VOLTAGE
SOLAR PV SYSTEM
AC POINT OF CONNECTION
THIS PANEL FED BY MULTIPLE
SOURCES (UTILITY AND SOLAR)
Notes for Micro-Inverter Electrical Diagram
SAVE CO SOLAR
435 RIVERA ST. SUITE E
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
TERENCE CASEY
906 CATALINA AVE
10.27kW
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
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Micro-Inverter Site Plan
SAVE CO SOLAR
TERENCE CASEY
435 RIVERA ST. SUITE E
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501 906 CATALINA AVE
10.27kW
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
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Micro-Inverter Electrical Diagram
Contractor Name,
Address and Phone:
One-Line Standard Electrical Diagram
for Micro-Inverter PV Systems
Site Name:
Site Address:
System AC Size:
SIZE FSCM NO DWG NO REV
E1.1a
SCALE NTS Date: SHEET
Drawn By:
Checked By:
DESCRIPTION OR CONDUCTOR TYPE
USE-2 or PV WIRE
GEC EGC X ALL THAT APPLY
EXTERIOR CABLE LISTED W/ INV.
THWN-2 or XHHW-2 or RHW-2
GEC EGC X ALL THAT APPLY
NO DC GEC IF 690.35 SYSTEM
THWN-2 or XHHW-2 or RHW-2
GEC EGC X ALL THAT APPLY
TAG
1
2
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CONDUIT AND CONDUCTOR SCHEDULE
COND.
GAUGE
MFG
MFG
NUMBER OF
CONDUCTORS
MFG Cable
MFG Cable
CONDUIT
TYPE
N/A
N/A
N/A
SAME
SAME
CONDUIT
SIZE
N/A
N/A
N/A
SAME
SAME
DESCRIPTION
PV DC or AC MODULE
DC/AC INVERTER (MICRO)
J-BOX (IF USED)
PV ARRAY
AC COMB. PANEL (IF USED)
GEN METER (IF USED)
AC DISCONNECT (IF USED)
SERVICE PANEL
TAG
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
PART NUMBER NOTES
FOR UNUSED MODULES
PUT "N/A in BLANK ABOVE
1
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3
2
3
EQUIPMENT SCHEDULE
2
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MICRO-INVERTERS
IN BRANCH-
CIRCUIT
MOD
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DC
AC
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DC
AC
MOD
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DC
AC
MOD
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DC
AC
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DC
AC
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AC
J-BOX
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GROUNDING
ELECTRODE
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UTILITY
SERVICE
MAIN SERVICE PANEL
MAIN
OCPD
INVERTER
OCPD
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SEE GUIDE APPENDIX D FOR
INFORMATION ON MODULE AND
ARRAY GROUNDING
AC COMBINER
PANEL
G
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MICRO-INVERTERS
IN BRANCH-
CIRCUIT
SAVE CO SOLAR
435 RIVERA ST. SUITE E
RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
TERENCE CASEY
10.27kW
906 CATALINA AVE
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
Rev: 7/15/2021
RESIDENTIAL
PHOTOVOLTAIC
CHECKLIST
SOL-01 CBC 2019
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Checklist for Detached SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES Only
Instructions: The licensed contractor of record shall complete all sections, answer the ten questions and
sign the certification section below. A copy of this form shall be attached to each of TWO sets of plans, of
minimum 11” x 17” size. If answering NO to any of the questions, plan check shall be required.
Project Address:
Contractor Company Name:
Contractor License Number:
YES NO Are the following applicable to the proposed project?
1. Will the PV system layout provide the required three-foot wide clear access pathways
per Section 605.11 of the California Fire Code, and is this shown on the roof plan?
2. Will the PV system be installed on a roof having only one roofing layer with no
overlays?
3. Will the PV array be flush mounted to the existing roof so that the plane of the
modules (panels) are parallel to the plane of the roof?
4. Will the PV system weigh maximum 4 pounds per square feet or less?
5. Will the PV system be installed where the modules do not overhang any roof edges
(such as eaves, gabled ends, ridges and hips)?
6. Will the PV system be installed with a space of 2” minimum to 10” maximum between
the underside of modules and the surface of the roof?
7. Will the PV system be installed without using any ballast system or counter-weight
system?
8. Will the anchors be installed with a maximum horizontal anchor spacing of 6 feet
and is this maximum horizontal spacing shown on the plans?
9. Will the minimum 5/16” lag screws be installed with a minimum of 2-1/2 inch
embedment into roof rafters (with pre-drilled holes) and is this minimum embedment
shown on the plans?
10. Are ALL the structural pages of the plans stamped and signed by a California
licensed professional engineer? (including project specific site plan, PV layout,
anchorage spacing, anchorage details and manufacturer’s PV support information.)
I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the above is true:
Print Name: Signature:
Phone Number: Date:
Email Address:
Planning & Building Agency
Building Safety Division
20 Civic Center Plaza
P.O. Box 1988 (M-19)
Santa Ana, CA 92702
(714) 647-5800
www.santa-ana.org
Scott Ballardo
(833)372-8326 08/17/2022
permits@savecosolar.com
906 Catalina Ave Santa Ana, CA 92706
Saveco Inc.
1052375
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
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Document Name : 906 Catalina Ave. Property Owner Authorization Letter
Sent by: Scott Ballardo <scott@savecosolar.com>
Organization : Saveco Solar
Sent on : Aug 19, 2022 08:52 PDT Signers : 1
Completed on : Aug 19, 2022 09:16 PDT Receives a copy: 0
Sign order : Sequential Approvers : 0
No. of documents : 1
Summary
Recipients
Certificate of Completion
Signer
TerenceJCasey
terencejcasey@gmail.com
Emailed on : Aug 19, 2022 08:52 PDT Accessed from : 23.243.207.199
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906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
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Document Name : 906 Catalina Ave. Property Owner Authorization Letter
Sent by: Scott Ballardo <scott@savecosolar.com>
Organization : Saveco Solar
Sent on : Aug 19, 2022 08:52 PDT Signers : 1
Completed on : Aug 19, 2022 09:16 PDT Receives a copy: 0
Sign order : Sequential Approvers : 0
No. of documents : 1
Summary
Recipients
Certificate of Completion
Signer
TerenceJCasey
terencejcasey@gmail.com
Emailed on : Aug 19, 2022 08:52 PDT Accessed from : 23.243.207.199
Viewed on : Aug 19, 2022 09:15 PDT Device used : Mobile
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Signature
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
VICINITY MAP
SCALE: NTS
PV SOLAR SYSTEM DETAILS
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION:
NEW UPGRADED
MAIN SERVICE PANEL BUS SIZE: 125A
MAIN SERVICE BREAKER SIZE: 100A
MOUNTING SYSTEM:
BUILDING INFORMATION:
CONSTRUCTION TYPE: V-B
OCCUPANCY: R3
ROOF:
SYSTEM SIZE: DC STC: 10.27KW
SYSTEM SIZE: AC CEC: 9.36 KW
SOLAR MODULES: ( )
ROOF PLAN
SINGLE LINE DIAGRAM
ATTACHMENT LAYOUT
SIGNAGE
INVERTER DATA SHEET
1
INDEX
2
3
4
5
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8
9
SITE PLAN
MODULE DATA SHEET
SATELLITE VIEW
SCALE: NTS
RACKING DATA SHEET
ATTACHMENT DATA SHEET
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IRONRIDGE
Comp Shingle
Canadian 395 watt
TRUSS
RSD DATA SHEET
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INVERTERS: ( ) Enphase IQ8+ Microinverters26
MAIN
3. ALL METALLIC EQUIPMENT SHALL BE GROUNDED
4. CONTRACTOR SHALL OBTAIN ELECTRICAL PERMITS PRIOR TO
INSTALLATION AND SHALL COORDINATE ALL INSPECTIONS, TESTING
COMMISSIONING AND ACCEPTANCE WITH THE CLIENT,
UTILITY CO. AND CITY INSPECTORS AS NEEDED.
5. THE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY THE EXACT LOCATIONS OF
SERVICE POINTS AND SERVICE SIZES WITH THE SERVING UTILITY COMPANY
AND COMPLY WITH ALL UTILITY COMPANIES REQUIREMENTS.
6. DRAWINGS ARE DIAGRAMMATIC ONLY, ROUTING OF RACEWAYS SHALL
BE OPTION OF THE CONTRACTOR UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED AND SHALL
BE COORDINATED WITH OTHER TRADES.
7. IF THE ROOF MATERIAL OR ROOF STRUCTURE NOT ADEQUATE FOR PV
INSTALLATION, CALL ENGINEER PRIOR TO INSTALL. THE CONTRACTOR IS
RESPONSIBLE TO VERIFY THAT THE ROOF IS CAPABLE OF WITHSTANDING
THE EXTRA WEIGHT.
8. IF THE DISTANCES FOR CABLE RUNS ARE DIFFERENT THAN SHOWN, THE
CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER TO VALIDATE THE
WIRE SIZE. FINAL DRAWINGS WILL BE RED-LINED AND UPDATED AS
APPROPRIATE.
9. WHENEVER A DISCREPANCY IN QUALITY OF EQUIPMENT ARISES ON THE
DRAWING OR SPECIFICATIONS, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE
FOR PROVIDING AND INSTALLING ALL MATERIAL AND SERVICES REQUIRED
BY THE STRICTEST CONDITIONS NOTED ON THE DRAWINGS OR IN THE
SPECIFICATIONS TO ENSURE COMPLETE COMPLIANCE AND LONGEVITY OF
THE OPERABLE SYSTEM REQUIRED BY THE ARCHITECT/ENGINEERS.
10. ALL BROCHURES, OPERATION MANUALS, CATALOGS, SHOP DRAWINGS,
ETC. SHALL BE HANDED OVER TO OWNER'S REPRESENTATIVE AT THE
COMPLETION OF WORK
PHOTOVOLTAIC NOTES:
1. ROOFTOP MOUNTED PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS AND MODULES SHALL
BE TESTED, LISTED AND IDENTIFIED BY RECOGNIZED ELECTRICAL
TESTING LABORATORY
2. SOLAR SYSTEM SHALL NOT COVER ANY PLUMBING OR MECHANICAL
VENTS
3. MODULES AND SUPPORT STRUCTURES SHALL BE GROUNDED.
5. REMOVAL OF AN INTERACTIVE INVERTER OR OTHER EQUIPMENT SHALL
NOT DISCONNECT THE BONDING CONNECTION BETWEEN THE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE CONDUCTOR AND THE PHOTOVOLTAIC SOURCE AND/OR
OUTPUT CIRCUIT GROUNDED CONDUCTORS.
4. SOLAR INVERTER SHALL BE LISTED TO UL1741.
6. ALL PV MODULES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT AND
WIRING SHALL BE PROTECTED FROM PHYSICAL DAMAGE.
7. LIVE PARTS OF PV SOURCE CIRCUITS AND PV OUTPUT
CIRCUITS OVER 150V TO GROUND SHALL NOT BE
ACCESSIBLE TO OTHER THAN QUALIFIED PERSONS WHILE
ENERGIZED.
8. INVERTER IS EQUIPED WITH INTEGRATED GFDI, THUS
PROVIDING GROUND FAULT PROTECTION
9. ALL CONDUCTORS SHALL BE COPPER AND 90 DEG
RATED
10. ALL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT SHALL BE LISTED BY A
RECOGNIZED ELECTRICAL TESTING LABORATORY.
11. A SINGLE CONDUCTOR SHALL BE PERMITTED TO BE
USED TO PERFORM THE MULTIPLE FUNCTIONS OF DC
GROUNDING, AC GROUNDING AND BONDING BETWEEN
AC AND DC SYSTEMS.
12. NON-CURRENT CARRYING METAL PARTS OF
EQUIPMENT SHALL BE EFFECTIVELY BONDED TOGETHER.
BOND BOTH ENDS OF RACEWAYS.
GENERAL NOTES
1. ALL ELECTRICAL MATERIALS SHALL BE NEW AND LISTED BY RECOGNIZED
ELECTRICAL TESTING LABORATORY
CUSTOM MADE EQUIPMENT SHALL HAVE COMPLETE TEST DATA SUBMITTED
BY THE MANUFACTURER ATTESTING TO ITS SAFETY
2. OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT SHALL BE NEMA 3R RATED OR BETTER
ECB DATA SHEET11
THE INSTALLATION OF SOLAR ARRAYS AND
PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SYSTEMS SHALL COMPLY WITH
THE FOLLOWING CODES:
2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARD CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
2016 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
ALL OTHER ORDINANCE ADOPTED BY THE LOCAL
GOVERNING AGENCIES
TEST REPORT12
CLASS A FIRE RATING13
: 2 X 4 @ 24" O.C.
Bldg permit #101112109
Elect permit #20177449
Permits issued on 9/29/22
Elect. approved by M.S. on 9/28/22
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
SINGLE LINE
DIAGRAM2
AC SYSTEM SIZE CALCULATION
Module PTC
Rating (W)x NO. of
Modules x Average Inverter
CEC Efficiency = AC System Size
x x = 9.36 kW AC97% 26 371.5
PERCENT
OF VALUES
NUMBER OF CURRENT
CARRYING CONDUCTORS IN EMT
.80 4-6
.70 7-9
.50 10-20
KEY NOTES:
· SOLID BARE G.E.C (FREE-AIR) MOUNTED UNDER ARRAY
· PER NEC ARTICLE 690.35 INVERTER GROUND FAULT PROTECTION PROVIDED
· ALL GROUNDS AND NEUTRALS BONDED TO EXISTING GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR W/IRREVERSIBLE CRIMP CONNECTOR,
· BACKFED BREAKERS MUST BE LOCATED @ OPPOSITE END OF BUS BAR
FROM MAIN BREAKER OR MAIN LUG ON GRID SIDE. WHEN A BACKFED
BREAKER IS THE METHOD OF UTILITY INTERCONNECTION, BREAKER SHALL
NOT READ LINE .
· PER CEC 250.65(C): CONDUCTOR SPLICES ONLY ALLOWED WITH
COMPRESSION CONNECTORS OR EXOTHERMIC WELDING
· ALL GROUNDS AND NEUTRALS BONDED TO EXISTING GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR W/IRREVERSIBLE CRIMP CONNECTOR,
· VERIFY (E) UFER GROUND NEAR MSP. IF (E) UFER IS NOT ACCESSIBLE OR
9(5,),$%/(,167$//$1(:;
/21**5281',1*52'$1'%21'
SOLAR SYSTEM EQUIPMENT GROUNDING ACCORDINGLY.
# ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY
1 PV MODULE
2 INVERTERS
3 4
4 1
5 MAIN SERVICE
PANEL
(N) MAIN SERVICE PANEL 125A
BUSBAR & 100A MAIN BREAKER
1
26
AC DISCONNECT
60A 240V NON-FUSIBLE AC
DISCONNECT
JUNCTION BOX 6X6X4 PVC NEMA3
...
1
2 3 3
3
4
1
6
String a(13) Modules (13) MicroInverters
26
7
6
7
(N)ENPHASE IQ COMBINER 4
120/240V,
NEMRA 3R
ENPHASE
COMBINER BOX 1
(N)ENVOY 3G PV MONITORING
SYSTEM
ENPHASE
MONITORING6 1
WIRE CHART
#MAX AMPS X NEC MULT =
DESIGN AMPS
BREAKER
SIZE (A)WIRE TYPE EGC
WIRE RATING X TEMP DERATE X
CONDUCTOR DERATE =
DERATED WIRE
CONDUIT SIZE
2 13 X 1.25 X 1.21 = 19.66A 20 40 X .71 X .8 = 22.72 >= 19.66 3/4" EMT
3 26X 1.25 X 1.21 =39.325A 40 (3) #8 AWG, CU-THWN-2 55 X .91 X 1 = 50.05 >=39.328
(4) #10 AWG, CU-THWN-2 (1) #8 AWG, CU-THWN-2 EGC
(1) #8 AWG, CU-THWN-2 EGC
15A
3/4" EMT
Enphase
20A
120% RULE CALCULATION PER NEC 705.12(D)(2)(3)
MSP BUSBAR RATING: 125 AMPS
MSP SUB BREAKER RATING: 100 AMPS
PV BACKFEDING CURRENT: AMPS
BUSBAR X 120% - MAIN BREAKER = MAX PV BREAKER
150 - 100 = 50
40
CANADIANS SOLARt
CS3N 395MS
Voc =44.3V, Vmp = 37.0V
Isc = 11.44A, Imp = 10.68A
120/240V
1P,3W
125A BUS
TOP FED
MAIN C/B
4
10
0
A
40A
...
1 1
6
String b(13) Modules (13) MicroInverters
1 13 X 1.25 X 1.21 = 19.66A 20 (1) #6 BARE SOLID COPPER GEC 30 X .71 X 1 =21.3 >=19.66 IN FREE AIR(2) #12 AWG, ENPHASE Q CABLE
ENPHASE IQ8+ MICROINVERTERS
IQ8PLUS-72-2-US (240V)
PEAK PWR TRACKING VOLTAGE: = 27-37 V
CEC EFFICIENCY : = 97.0 %
ENCLOSURE : NEMA 6
MAXIMUM INPUT CURRENT: = 15 A
MAXIMUM OUTPUT CURRENT: = 1.21 A
MAXIMUM INPUT POWER: = 235 - 440W+
MAXIMUM OUTPUT POWER: = 290 VA
20A
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
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D. Solar Panel Anchorage
1. The solar panels shall be mounted in accordance with the most recent Unirac installation manual.
If during solar panel installation, the roof framing members appear unstable or deflect non-
uniformly, our office should be notified before proceeding with th e installation.
2. The maximum allowable withdrawal force for a 5/16” lag screw is 235 lbs per inch of penetration as
identified in the National Design Standards (NDS) of timber construction specifications. Based on
a minimum penetration depth of 2½”, the allowable capacity per connection is greater than the
design withdrawal force (demand). Considering the variable factors for the existing roof framing
and installation tolerances, the connection using one 5/16” diameter lag screw with a minimum of
2½” embedment will be adequate and will include a sufficient factor of safety.
3. Considering the wind speed, roof slopes, size and spacing of framing members, and condition of
the roof, the panel supports shall be placed no greater than 72” on centers.
4. Panel supports connections shall be staggered to distribute load to adjacent framing members.
Based on the above evaluation, this office certifies that with the racking and mounting specified, the existing
roof system will adequately support the additional loading imposed by the solar system. This evaluation is in
conformance with the 2019 California Building Code, current industry standards, and is based on information
supplied to us at the time of this report.
Should you have any questions regarding the above or if you require further information do not hesitate to
contact me.
Very truly yours,
Scott E. Wyssling, PE
California License No. 83664
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
76 North Meadowbrook Drive
Scott E. Wyssling, PE Alpine, UT 84004
Jon P. Ward, SE, PE office (201) 874-3483
Gregory T. Elvestad, PE swyssling@wysslingconsulting.com
August 2, 2022
Current Insight
2852 W. Amini Way
South Jordan, UT 84095
Re: Engineering Services
Casey Residence
906 Catalina Avenue, Santa Ana CA
10.270 kW System
To Whom It May Concern:
We have received information regarding solar panel installation on the roof of the above referenced
structure. Our evaluation of the structure is to verify the existing capacity of the roof system and its ability
to support the additional loads imposed by the proposed solar system.
A. Site Assessment Information
1. Site visit documentation identifying attic information including size and spacing of framing
for the existing roof structure.
2. Design drawings of the proposed system including a site plan, roof plan and connection
details for the solar panels. This information will be utilized for approval and construction
of the proposed system.
B. Description of Structure:
Roof Framing: Prefabricated wood trusses at 24” on center. All truss members are
constructed of 2x4 dimensional lumber.
Roof Material: Composite Asphalt Shingles
Roof Slope: 20 degrees
Attic Access: Accessible
Foundation: Permanent
C. Loading Criteria Used
• Dead Load
o Existing Roofing and framing = 7 psf
o New Solar Panels and Racking = 3 psf
o TOTAL = 10 PSF
• Dead Load
o Existing Roofing and framing = 7 psf
o New Solar Panels and Racking = 3 psf
o TOTAL = 10 psf
• Live Load = 20 psf (reducible) – 0 psf at locations of solar panels
• Ground Snow Load = 0 psf
• Wind Load based on ASCE 7-16
o Ultimate Wind Speed = 95 mph (based on Risk Category II)
o Exposure Category C
Analysis performed of the existing roof structure utilizing the above loading criteria is in accordance
with the 2019 California Building Code, including provisions allowing existing structures to not
require strengthening if the new loads do not exceed existing design loads by 105% for gravity
elements and 110% for seismic elements. This analysis indicates that the existing framing will
support the additional panel loading without damage, if installed correctly.
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
SIGNAGE3
SOLAR PV SYSTEM EQUIPPED
WITH RAPID SHUTDOWN
TURN RAPID SHUTDOWN
SWITCH TO THE
"OFF" POSITION TO
SHUT DOWN PV SYSTEM
AND REDUCE
SHOCK HAZARD
IN THE ARRAY
SOLAR ELECTRIC
PV PANELS
1
(TO BE LOCATED ON
SUB-PANEL ONLY
WHEN SUB-PANEL IS
DEDICATED FOR PV ONLY)
3
4
5
6
(STICKER LOCATED
INSIDE PANEL
NEXT TO SOLAR BREAKER)
7
(STICKER LOCATED
INSIDE PANEL
BELOW PV BREAKER)
PV ARRAY
J BOX
PV SUB-PANEL
* if applicable
SUB-PANEL
* if applicable
AC
DISCONNECT
* if applicable
METER
MAIN SERVICE
PANEL
1
3
4
6
5
7
4
6
5
7
4
4
6
5
7
2
(STICKER LOCATED
ON THE PV SUB PANEL)
2
8
(STICKER LOCATED
ON THE MAIN SERVICE PANEL) 8
CAUTION
AUTHORIZED SOLAR
PERSONNAL ONLY!
PV LOAD CENTER SIZED FOR PV
BREAKERS ONLY OR RENDERED UNABLE
TO ACCEPT ANY ADDITIONAL LOADS.
PV SUB-PANEL ONLY
AC DISCONNECT
AC PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SOURCE
RATED AC OUTPUT CURRENT: A MAX
NOMINAL AC OPERATING VOLTAGE: 240 Vac
THIS PANEL FED BY
MULTIPLE SOURCES
(UTILITY & SOLAR)
SOLAR
WARNING!
INVERTER OUTPUT CONNECTION. DO NOT
RELOCATE THIS OVERCURRENT DEVICE
PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM
EQUIPPED WITH
RAPID SHUT DOWN
Permanent directory or plaque providing location of
service disconnecting means and photovoltaic
system disconnecting means, if not located at the
same location. (Plaques shall be metal or plastic, with
engraved or machine printed letters, or electro-photo
plating, in a contrasting color to the plaque. Plaques
shall be permanently attached to the equipmenq or in
the required location using an approved method that is
suitable to withstand the environment to which it is
exposed. Plaques and signage shall meet legibility,
defacemet, exposure and adhesion requirements of
Underwriters Laboratories marking and labeling system
969(UL969).
39.328
MARKINGS, LABELS AND WIRING SIGNS
A. Purpose: Provide emergency responders with appropriate warning and guidance with
respect to isolating solar electric system.
This can facilitate identifying energized electrical lines that connect solar panels to the
inverter, as these should not be cut when venting for smoke removal
B. Main Service Disconnect.
1. Residential buildings - The marking main be placed within the main service
disconnect. The marking shall be placed
outside cover if the main service disconnect is operable with the service panel closed.
2. Commercial buildings - Tha marking shall be placed adjacent to the main service
disconnect clearly visible from the location where the level is operated
3. Markings: Verbiage, Format and Type of Material.
a. Verbiage: CAUTION: SOLAR ELECTRIC SYSTEM CONNECTED
b. Format: White lettering on a red background. Minimum 3/8 inches letter height. All
letters shall be capitalized. Arial or similar font, non bold.
c. Material: Reflective, weather resistant material suitable for the environment (use UL -
969 as standard for weather rating). Durable adhesive materials meet this requirement.
C.Marking Requirements on DC conduit, raceways, enclosures, cable assemblies, DC
combiners and junction boxes:
1. Markings: Verbiage, Format and Type of Material.
a. Placement : Markings shall be placed every 10 feet on all interior and exterior DC
conduits, raceways, enclosures, and cable assemblies,
at turns, above and for below penetrations, all DC combiners and junction boxes
b. Verbiage: CAUTION: SOLAR CIRCUIT Note: The format and type of material shall
adhere to "V. V-3b, c" of this requirement.
c. Inverters are not required to have caution markings
1.Marking is required on all interior and exterior DC conduit raceways,enclosures,cable
assemblies,and junction boxes,combiner boxes and disconnects.
2.The materials used for marking shall be reflective,weather resistant material suitable
for the environment.
Minimum 3/8 "letter height; all upper case letters Arial or similar font; Red background
with white lettering.
3.Marcking shall contain the words: WARNING : PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SOURCE.
4.Marking shall be placed adjacent to the main service disconnect in a location clearly
visible from the location where the disconnect is operated
Stickers will have red background & white lettering
CAUTION
POWER TO THIS BUILDING IS ALSO SUPPLIED
FROM THE FOLLOWING SOURCES WITH
DISCONNECTS LOCATED AS SHOWN:
N
0 °
S
180 °
E
90 °
W
270 °
SERVICE POINT &
UTILITY METERING
AC DISCONNECT
ENPHASE COMBINER
SOLAR PV ARRAY
You Are
Here
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
INVERTER
DATA SHEET6
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
7 RSD
DATA SHEET
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
MODULE
DATA SHEET8
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
9 ATTACHMENT
DATA SHEET
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
10 RACKING
DATA SHEET
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
11 ECB
DATA SHEET
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
TEST REPORT
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
12
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
CLASS A
FIRE RATING13
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 11/15/2022
SINGLE LINE
DIAGRAM2
AC SYSTEM SIZE CALCULATION
Module PTC
Rating (W)x NO. of
Modules x Average Inverter
CEC Efficiency = AC System Size
x x = 9.36 kW AC97% 26 371.5
PERCENT
OF VALUES
NUMBER OF CURRENT
CARRYING CONDUCTORS IN EMT
.80 4-6
.70 7-9
.50 10-20
KEY NOTES:
· SOLID BARE G.E.C (FREE-AIR) MOUNTED UNDER ARRAY
· PER NEC ARTICLE 690.35 INVERTER GROUND FAULT PROTECTION PROVIDED
· ALL GROUNDS AND NEUTRALS BONDED TO EXISTING GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR W/IRREVERSIBLE CRIMP CONNECTOR,
· BACKFED BREAKERS MUST BE LOCATED @ OPPOSITE END OF BUS BAR
FROM MAIN BREAKER OR MAIN LUG ON GRID SIDE. WHEN A BACKFED
BREAKER IS THE METHOD OF UTILITY INTERCONNECTION, BREAKER SHALL
NOT READ LINE .
· PER CEC 250.65(C): CONDUCTOR SPLICES ONLY ALLOWED WITH
COMPRESSION CONNECTORS OR EXOTHERMIC WELDING
· ALL GROUNDS AND NEUTRALS BONDED TO EXISTING GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR W/IRREVERSIBLE CRIMP CONNECTOR,
· VERIFY (E) UFER GROUND NEAR MSP. IF (E) UFER IS NOT ACCESSIBLE OR
VERIFIABLE, INSTALL A NEW 5/8" Ø X 8' LONG GROUNDING ROD AND BOND
SOLAR SYSTEM EQUIPMENT GROUNDING ACCORDINGLY.
# ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY
1 PV MODULE
2 INVERTERS
3 4
4 1
5 MAIN SERVICE
PANEL
(N) MAIN SERVICE PANEL 200A
BUSBAR & 200A MAIN BREAKER
1
26
AC DISCONNECT
60A 240V NON-FUSIBLE AC
DISCONNECT
JUNCTION BOX 6X6X4 PVC NEMA3
...
1
2 3 3
3
4
1
6
String a(13) Modules (13) MicroInverters
26
7
6
7
(N)ENPHASE IQ COMBINER 4
120/240V,
NEMRA 3R
ENPHASE
COMBINER BOX 1
(N)ENVOY 3G PV MONITORING
SYSTEM
ENPHASE
MONITORING6 1
WIRE CHART
#MAX AMPS X NEC MULT =
DESIGN AMPS
BREAKER
SIZE (A)WIRE TYPE EGC
WIRE RATING X TEMP DERATE X
CONDUCTOR DERATE =
DERATED WIRE
CONDUIT SIZE
2 13 X 1.25 X 1.21 = 19.66A 20 40 X .71 X .8 = 22.72 >= 19.66 3/4" EMT
3 26X 1.25 X 1.21 =39.325A 40 (3) #8 AWG, CU-THWN-2 55 X .91 X 1 = 50.05 >=39.328
(4) #10 AWG, CU-THWN-2 (1) #8 AWG, CU-THWN-2 EGC
(1) #8 AWG, CU-THWN-2 EGC
15A
3/4" EMT
Enphase
20A
120% RULE CALCULATION PER NEC 705.12(D)(2)(3)
MSP BUSBAR RATING: 200 AMPS
MSP SUB BREAKER RATING: 200 AMPS
PV BACKFEDING CURRENT: AMPS
BUSBAR X 120% - MAIN BREAKER = MAX PV BREAKER
240 - 200 = 40
40
CANADIANS SOLARt
CS3N 395MS
Voc =44.3V, Vmp = 37.0V
Isc = 11.44A, Imp = 10.68A
120/240V
1P,3W
200A BUS
TOP FED
MAIN C/B
4
20
0
A
40A
...
1 1
6
String b(13) Modules (13) MicroInverters
1 13 X 1.25 X 1.21 = 19.66A 20 (1) #6 BARE SOLID COPPER GEC 30 X .71 X 1 =21.3 >=19.66 IN FREE AIR(2) #12 AWG, ENPHASE Q CABLE
ENPHASE IQ8+ MICROINVERTERS
IQ8PLUS-72-2-US (240V)
PEAK PWR TRACKING VOLTAGE: = 27-37 V
CEC EFFICIENCY : = 97.0 %
ENCLOSURE : NEMA 6
MAXIMUM INPUT CURRENT: = 15 A
MAXIMUM OUTPUT CURRENT: = 1.21 A
MAXIMUM INPUT POWER: = 235 - 440W+
MAXIMUM OUTPUT POWER: = 290 VA
20A
906 E Catalina Ave
12/06/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 11/15/2022
VICINITY MAP
SCALE: NTS
PV SOLAR SYSTEM DETAILS
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION:
NEW UPGRADED
MAIN SERVICE PANEL BUS SIZE: 200A
MAIN SERVICE BREAKER SIZE: 200A
MOUNTING SYSTEM:
BUILDING INFORMATION:
CONSTRUCTION TYPE: V-B
OCCUPANCY: R3
ROOF:
SYSTEM SIZE: DC STC: 10.27KW
SYSTEM SIZE: AC CEC: 9.36 KW
SOLAR MODULES: ( )
ROOF PLAN
SINGLE LINE DIAGRAM
ATTACHMENT LAYOUT
SIGNAGE
INVERTER DATA SHEET
1
INDEX
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
SITE PLAN
MODULE DATA SHEET
SATELLITE VIEW
SCALE: NTS
RACKING DATA SHEET
ATTACHMENT DATA SHEET
26
IRONRIDGE
: 2 X 6 @ 24" O.C.
Comp Shingle
Canadian 395 watt
TRUSS
RSD DATA SHEET
10
INVERTERS: ( ) Enphase IQ8+ Microinverters26
MAIN
3. ALL METALLIC EQUIPMENT SHALL BE GROUNDED
4. CONTRACTOR SHALL OBTAIN ELECTRICAL PERMITS PRIOR TO
INSTALLATION AND SHALL COORDINATE ALL INSPECTIONS, TESTING
COMMISSIONING AND ACCEPTANCE WITH THE CLIENT,
UTILITY CO. AND CITY INSPECTORS AS NEEDED.
5. THE ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY THE EXACT LOCATIONS OF
SERVICE POINTS AND SERVICE SIZES WITH THE SERVING UTILITY COMPANY
AND COMPLY WITH ALL UTILITY COMPANIES REQUIREMENTS.
6. DRAWINGS ARE DIAGRAMMATIC ONLY, ROUTING OF RACEWAYS SHALL
BE OPTION OF THE CONTRACTOR UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED AND SHALL
BE COORDINATED WITH OTHER TRADES.
7. IF THE ROOF MATERIAL OR ROOF STRUCTURE NOT ADEQUATE FOR PV
INSTALLATION, CALL ENGINEER PRIOR TO INSTALL. THE CONTRACTOR IS
RESPONSIBLE TO VERIFY THAT THE ROOF IS CAPABLE OF WITHSTANDING
THE EXTRA WEIGHT.
8. IF THE DISTANCES FOR CABLE RUNS ARE DIFFERENT THAN SHOWN, THE
CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER TO VALIDATE THE
WIRE SIZE. FINAL DRAWINGS WILL BE RED-LINED AND UPDATED AS
APPROPRIATE.
9. WHENEVER A DISCREPANCY IN QUALITY OF EQUIPMENT ARISES ON THE
DRAWING OR SPECIFICATIONS, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE
FOR PROVIDING AND INSTALLING ALL MATERIAL AND SERVICES REQUIRED
BY THE STRICTEST CONDITIONS NOTED ON THE DRAWINGS OR IN THE
SPECIFICATIONS TO ENSURE COMPLETE COMPLIANCE AND LONGEVITY OF
THE OPERABLE SYSTEM REQUIRED BY THE ARCHITECT/ENGINEERS.
10. ALL BROCHURES, OPERATION MANUALS, CATALOGS, SHOP DRAWINGS,
ETC. SHALL BE HANDED OVER TO OWNER'S REPRESENTATIVE AT THE
COMPLETION OF WORK
PHOTOVOLTAIC NOTES:
1. ROOFTOP MOUNTED PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS AND MODULES SHALL
BE TESTED, LISTED AND IDENTIFIED BY RECOGNIZED ELECTRICAL
TESTING LABORATORY
2. SOLAR SYSTEM SHALL NOT COVER ANY PLUMBING OR MECHANICAL
VENTS
3. MODULES AND SUPPORT STRUCTURES SHALL BE GROUNDED.
5. REMOVAL OF AN INTERACTIVE INVERTER OR OTHER EQUIPMENT SHALL
NOT DISCONNECT THE BONDING CONNECTION BETWEEN THE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE CONDUCTOR AND THE PHOTOVOLTAIC SOURCE AND/OR
OUTPUT CIRCUIT GROUNDED CONDUCTORS.
4. SOLAR INVERTER SHALL BE LISTED TO UL1741.
6. ALL PV MODULES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT AND
WIRING SHALL BE PROTECTED FROM PHYSICAL DAMAGE.
7. LIVE PARTS OF PV SOURCE CIRCUITS AND PV OUTPUT
CIRCUITS OVER 150V TO GROUND SHALL NOT BE
ACCESSIBLE TO OTHER THAN QUALIFIED PERSONS WHILE
ENERGIZED.
8. INVERTER IS EQUIPED WITH INTEGRATED GFDI, THUS
PROVIDING GROUND FAULT PROTECTION
9. ALL CONDUCTORS SHALL BE COPPER AND 90 DEG
RATED
10. ALL ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT SHALL BE LISTED BY A
RECOGNIZED ELECTRICAL TESTING LABORATORY.
11. A SINGLE CONDUCTOR SHALL BE PERMITTED TO BE
USED TO PERFORM THE MULTIPLE FUNCTIONS OF DC
GROUNDING, AC GROUNDING AND BONDING BETWEEN
AC AND DC SYSTEMS.
12. NON-CURRENT CARRYING METAL PARTS OF
EQUIPMENT SHALL BE EFFECTIVELY BONDED TOGETHER.
BOND BOTH ENDS OF RACEWAYS.
GENERAL NOTES
1. ALL ELECTRICAL MATERIALS SHALL BE NEW AND LISTED BY RECOGNIZED
ELECTRICAL TESTING LABORATORY
CUSTOM MADE EQUIPMENT SHALL HAVE COMPLETE TEST DATA SUBMITTED
BY THE MANUFACTURER ATTESTING TO ITS SAFETY
2. OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT SHALL BE NEMA 3R RATED OR BETTER
ECB DATA SHEET11
THE INSTALLATION OF SOLAR ARRAYS AND
PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SYSTEMS SHALL COMPLY WITH
THE FOLLOWING CODES:
2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARD CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE
2019 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE
2016 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
ALL OTHER ORDINANCE ADOPTED BY THE LOCAL
GOVERNING AGENCIES
TEST REPORT12
CLASS A FIRE RATING13 Signed 11/17/2022
ELEC. REVISION#
20178002 ISS. 12/06/22
906 E Catalina Ave
12/06/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
ROOF PLAN1
Conduit
(N) Main Service Panel
Solar Module
INDEX
(N) AC Disconnect
(N) Junction Box
Setback
MSP
AC
JB
(N) Enphase Combiner Box
MicroInverter
ECB
EQUIPMENT ELEVATION
AC
Disconnect
ECB
Main
Service
Panel
From roof
Total Roof Area: 2320
Total Module Area: 572
24.65% of Coverage
3' fire setback
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MSP
AC
ECB
JB
JB
JB
JB
Solar PV Array 1
4 - Canadian 395W Modules
4 - IQ8+ Microinverters
Pitch: 20 Deg
Orientation: 90 Deg
Solar PV Array 2
4 - Canadian 395W Modules
4 - IQ8+ Microinverters
Pitch: 20 Deg
Orientation: 270 Deg
Solar PV Array 3
10 - Canadian 395W Modules
10 - IQ8+ Microinverters
Pitch: 20 Deg
Orientation: 180 Deg
Solar PV Array 4
3 - Canadian 395W Modules
3 - IQ8+ Microinverters
Pitch: 20 Deg
Orientation: 0 Deg
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a
a
a
a
a
JB
Solar PV Array 5
5 - Canadian 395W Modules
5 - IQ8+ Microinverters
Pitch: 20 Deg
Orientation: 270 Deg
3' fire setback
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SCALE: 1/8" = 1'-0"
S
180 °
E
90°
W
270 °
N
0°
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
SITE PLAN4
(N) Main Service Panel
Solar Module
INDEX
(N) AC Disconnect
MSP
AC
(N) Enphase Combiner BoxECB
60'-6"
105'-11"
60'-6"
105'-11"
6'
19'-1"
6'-2"
21'-10"
Catalina Ave
Driveway
MSP
AC
ECB
PROPERTY LINE
SCALE: 3/32" = 1'-0"
S
180 °
E
90 °
W
270 °
N
0°
906 E Catalina Ave
09/29/22
CONTRACTOR
Saveco Inc.
Address: 435 Rivera St. Suite E
Riverside, CA 92501
License: 1052375
Phone: 833-372-8326
Project Name:
Terence Casey
Property address:
906 Catalina Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92706
APN:00322212
DATE: 07/01/2022
ATTACHMENT
LAYOUT5
MODULE WEIGHT (lbs)
# OF MODULES
TOTAL MODULE WEIGHT (lbs)
RACK WEIGHT (lbs)
TOTAL SYSTEM WEIGHT (lbs)
# OF STANDOFFS
MAX SPAN BETWEEN STANDOFFS (in)
LOADING PER STANDOFF (lbs)
TOTAL AREA (sq.ft.)
LOADING (PSF)
1341.6
268.32
1671.8
53
72
31.54
2.92
572
RAIL
ATTACHMENT
26
51.6 BlockingMaximum 6"
2 X 6 @ 24" O.C.
TRUSS
MICROINVERTERS WEIGHT (lbs)61.88
SOLAR MODULE
UNIRAC FLASHLOC ATTACHMENT DETAILS
5/16" x 4" SS LAG BOLT W/SS EPDM BONDED WASHER
2 1/4"
3 1/2"
6 7/8"
3' 3/4"
SS SERRATED T-BOLT
SS SERRATED FLANGE NUT
FLASHLOC BASE
MILL OR DARK
PART TABLE
FLASHLOC COMP KIT MILL, 20 PACK
DESCRIPTION
FLASHLOC COMP KIT DARK, 20 PACK
P/N
004085M
004085D
1. Ironridge Racking System
2. Unirac FlashLoc Attachment
3. Roof attachment hardware to be mounted to existing structure
(2 X 4 @ 24" O.C. TRUSS ) with 72" O.C. rail spans or less.
4. Lag bolts are 5/16" X 3.5" stainless steel with 2.5" minimum embedment into the center of the roof
5. Roof sheathed with 1/2" plywood and upper surface is faced with felt paper.
Finished roof surface is One layer ofComp Shingle .906 E Catalina Ave
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906 E Catalina Ave
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906 E Catalina Ave
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