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PV-1.0
The scope of the plans is for the
installation of the solar photovoltaic
system only and the approval is
subject to compliance with all
applicable city and state codes and
regulations regarding construction.
The approval of the plans does not
constitute any certification of the
accuracy, completeness, or building
permit status of the existing buildings
and structures as shown.
Bldg# 101117552
Elec# 20181599
Issued 11/30/23
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SCALE: 3/32" = 1'-0"
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PV-1.2
SCALE: 9/64" = 1'-0"
MODULE LOCATION SCHEDULE
LOC.SLOPE AZIMUTH QTY
A 27°180°8
2H2 = 10" MINIMUM DISTANCE
JB = JUNCTION BOX
POINT LOAD CALCULATIONS
TOTAL SIZE OF PV MODULES 3.16 KWDC
#OF PV MODULES 8 MODULES
LBS PER PV MODULE 51.6 LBS
RACKING WEIGHT ADDED PER PV
MODULE 1.5 LBS
TOTAL ADDITONAL WEIGHT ADDED
TO ROOF 424.8 LBS
PV MODULE AREA 21.9 SQ. FT
TOTAL PV ARRAY AREA 175 SQ FT
LBS / SQ. FT/ (*<4.0 IS OK)2.4 OK
TOTAL # VERTICAL SUPPORTS:
SPACED 72" APART 16
WEIGHT PER SUPPORT
(LESS THAN 40 LBS IS OK)26.6 OK
ROOF COVERAGE (%)
PV ARRAY AREA 176 SQ. FT.
ROOF FACE AREA 1400 SQ. FT.
ROOF COVERAGE 12.6 ≤33
ROOF COVERAGE ≤ 33% THEREFORE 18" SETBACK AT
RIDGE PER R324.6.2
EXISTING 2" x 6" @ 32"
RAFTERS O.C. TYP.
18" FIRE PATH SETBACK PER
CRC R324.6.2
36" FIRE PATH SETBACK PER
CRC R324.6.1
(N) AC DISCONNECT SWITCH
(E) MAIN ELECTRICAL
SERVICE
ROOF ACCESS POINT PER CRC
R324.6.1
(N) SOLAREDGE SE3000H-US
(240V) INVERTER
(N) CANADIAN SOLAR
CS3N-395MS [BLK] MODULES
395 WATTS, TOTAL QTY: 8
(E) LOAD CENTER
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MAXIMUM CANTILEVER SHALL BE NO MORE THAN MODULE LENGTH / 3
FOOTING
UNIRAC RAIL
2" x 6" @ 32"
RAFTERS O.C. TYP.
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STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING FOR PV SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION
CODE: 2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE / ASCE 7-16. RISK CATEGORY: II
GRAVITY LOAD CHECK
ROOF LIVE LOAD (PSF)20.00
PV DEAD LOAD (PSF)3.00
Dr = ROOF DEAD LOAD (PSF)10
S = SNOW LOAD (PSF)0
W = TOTAL LOAD (PSF)33
RAFTER CHECK
DOUGLAS FIR-LARCH #2, Fb = 900PSI, LOAD DURATION FACTOR,
Cd = 1.25, F'b = Fb X Cd = 1,125PSI
RAFTER SIZE (IN)2 X 6
ACTUAL Sx (IN3)7.56
SP = RAFTER SPACING (IN)32
Lm = MAXIMUM SPAN LENGTH (FT)8
M = BENDING MOMENT (FT-LBS) (PER 1 FT
TRIBUTARY LOAD WIDTH)264.0
Sx REQUIRED 7.5
Sx REQUIRED < ACTUAL Sx RAFTERS O.K.
WIND LOAD CHECK:
MAX WIND SPEED = 130MPH, EXPOSURE 'C' (LOW RISE BUILDING, MAX HEIGHT 30 FT)
MAX WIND UPLIFT = 0.6 X 1.29 X 97.4psf
75.4psf (ZONE 3R)
(WIND LOADS ON COMPONENTS AND CLADDING: ASCE 7-16, FIG. 30.4-1) NET UPLIFT = 75.4 - 3.0
(PV WEIGHT) = 72.4psf
PV PANEL SIZE = 3.44' X 6.37' = 22 SQ. FT, MAX TRIBUTARY AREA PER LAG SCREW = 22 SQ. FT / 2
LAG SCREWS = 11 SQ. FT
ALLOWABLE WITHDRAWAL VALUE FOR 5/16" LAG SCREW = 266 LBS/IN (NDS TABLE 12.2A G = 0.5
FOR DOUGLAS FIR-LARCH)
LOAD DURATION FACTOR = 1.6, REDUCTION FACTOR FOR PRYING ACTION = 0.8, MINIMUM
PENETRATION = 2.5 IN
T = 72.4 X 11 = 746 LBS < T(ALLOW) = 266 X 2.5 X 1.6 X 0.8 =851 LBS O.K.
SEISMIC LOAD CHECK:
(MAX) SDS = 2.0, I = 1.0
NON-STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (ASCE7-16, TABLE 13.6-1)
(Rp = 1.5, Ap = 1.0) -> MECHANICAL OR ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Fp = (0.4 X Ap X Sds X lp/ Rp) X (1 + 2 X Z / H) X Wp
Fp = (0.4 X 1.0 X Sds X 1.0/1.5) x (1 +2 x 20/20) x Wp
Fp = 0.8 X SDS X Wp = 0.8 X 2.0 X Wp = 1.6 X Wp -> GOVERNS
Fp(MIN) = 0.3 X SDS X Wp, Fp(MAX) = 1.6 X SDS X Wp
DESIGN LOADS = 1.6 Wp X 0.7 = 1.12 Wp (ALLOWABLE STRESS DESIGN)
Fp (SHEAR FORCE PER LAG SCREW) = 1.12 X 3.0psf X 11 SQ. FT = 37LBS < F(ALLOW) = 130 LBS -->
O.K.
SEISMIC FORCE INCREASE DUE TO PANEL WEIGHT:
(CBC SEC. 3404.A4)
V(BASE SHEAR) = Sds X I / R X W = CW
UNIT SEISMIC LOAD (w) = C (15psf (ROOF) + 15psf (WALLS) / 2 X 2) = C X 30psf WHEN THERE ARE
NO SOLAR PANELS.
UNIT SEISMIC LOAD (w') = C (15psf + 3psf + 15psf / 2 X 2) = C X 33psf WHEN THERE ARE SOLAR
PANELS.
INCREASE RATIO = C X 33 / C X 30 = 1.1 -> MAXIMUM 10% INCREASE WHEN ENTIRE ROOF IS
COVERED WITH SOLAR PANELS. (ENTIRE ROOF WILL NOT BE COVERED BY SOLAR PANELS)
INCREASE OF SEISMIC FORCE DUE TO SOLAR PANEL WEIGHT IS LESS THAN 10% --> O.K.
STRUCTURAL LOAD CALCULATIONS
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SOLAREDGE
SE3000H-US
(240V)
INVERTER
NOTE: DC SYSTEM IS UNGROUNDED TYPE
OFF
ON
JB
(E) 100A MAIN SERVICE
PANEL MIN. 100A BUS, 1
PHASE, 120/240 VAC
AC DISCONNECT
(VISIBLE OPEN, BLADE TYPE,
NON FUSED, LOCKABLE)
SQUARE-D D221RB/2-POLE, 30
AMPS, 240 VAC, NEMA3R OR
EQUIVALENT. MOUNTED
WITHIN LINE OF SIGHT AND 5'
OF MAIN ELECTRICAL PANEL
UL LISTED,
NEMA 3R
AC1 (N) 20A
PV OCPD
METER #:
222013-459684
EXISTING UFER
#6 BONDED
TO UFER
100A MAIN
OCPD
DC1 DC2 AC1
1.ALL CONDUCTORS TO BE OF COPPER MATERIAL AND THEIR INSULATIONS TO BE RATED TO NOT LESS THAN 90OC 600-VOLTS MINIMUM.
2.INSULATION OF EXPOSED CONDUCTORS UNDER THE MODULES SHALL BE USE-2 OR PV-WIRE TYPE FOR GROUNDED DC SYSTEMS, CEC
690.31(B); AND PV-WIRE TYPE FOR UNGROUNDED DC SYSTEMS, (AS IN TRANSFORMERLESS INVERTERS), CEC 690.35(D).
3.FINE-STRANDED CABLE CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE IN LUGS AND TERMINALS LISTED AND MARKED FOR THE USE, CEC 110.14 &
690.74(A).
4.ALL PV CIRCUIT CONDUCTORS SHALL BE MARKED ON EACH END FOR UNIQUE IDENTIFICATION, CEC 690.31(B).
5.ANY AND ALL GROUNDING CONDUCTORS SHALL BE OF BARE WIRE WITHOUT COVERING, OR WITH INSULATION OF GREEN OR GREEN
WITH YELLOW STRIPES, CEC 250.119 & 400.23. THE COLOR OF UNGROUNDED CONDUCTORS SHALL BE OTHER THAN FOR GROUNDED,
(NEUTRAL), AND GROUNDING CONDUCTORS, CEC 310.110(C).
6.SECTION 690.46 REFERENCES 250.120(C), WHICH REQUIRES EGCS SMALLER THAN 6 AWG TO BE PROTECTED FROM PHYSICAL DAMAGE
WITH A RACEWAY, CABLE ARMOR, OR INSTALLED IN HOLLOW STRUCTURAL SPACES OR NOT EXPOSED TO PHYSICAL DAMAGE. SOME
PV MOUNTING SYSTEMS HAVE OPEN CAVITIES THAT COULD PROTECT SMALLER CONDUCTORS. HOWEVER, IF CONDUCTORS HAVE TO
BE RUN EXPOSED WHERE THEY COULD BE A TRIP HAZARD OR HAVE OTHER PHYSICAL DAMAGE.
7.THE #8 MUST BE CONTINUOUS AS PER CEC 690.47(A) & 250.64(C)
8.THE #8 MUST BE IN RACEWAY AND NOT BE EXPOSED PER CEC 690.46 & 250.120(C)
PV SYSTEM GROUNDING USING EACH
RAIL SET INSTALL UL2703 GROUND LUG
ATTACH AND RUN CONTINUOUS
MINIMUM #8 COPPER GROUND TO UFER.
"RAPID SHUTDOWN" SE3000H-US (240V) - IS 2022
CEC 690.12 COMPLIANT. WHEN SWITCHED ARRAY
IS TURNED OFF, INVERTERS WILL STOP
PRODUCING POWER. [MEETS 2022 CEC 690.12
REQUIREMENTS]
#6 BARE COPPER IRREVESIBILTY CRIMPED TO #8 CU GROUND
FROM EACH ARRAY SET OF UNIRAC RAIL - UL 2703 COMPONENTS
MID CLAMP AND END CLAMP (UL 2703 MODULES AND RACKING
GROUNDED) FROM LUG AT EACH END OF RAIL BONDED TO MAIN
PANEL GROUND BUSBAR, TYP
£
(E) 125A LOAD CENTER
120/240V,
1 PHASE, NEMA 3R
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SIGNAGE
SIGNAGE REQUIREMENTS:
-RED BACKGROUND
-WHITE LETTERING
-MINIMUM 3/8" LETTER HEIGHT
-ALL CAPITAL LETTERS
-ARIAL OR SIMILAR FONT, NON-BOLD
-REFLECTIVE WEATHER RESISTANT MATERIAL
SUITABLE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT (DURABLE
ADHESIVE MATERIALS MUST MEET THIS
REQUIREMENT)
ADHESIVE FASTENED SIGNS:
-THE LABEL SHALL BE SUITABLE FOR THE
ENVIRONMENT WHERE IT IS INSTALLED.
-WHERE REQUIRED ELSEWHERE IN THE CODE,
ALL FIELD APPLIED LABELS, WARNINGS, AND
MARKINGS SHOULD COMPLY WITH ANSI Z535.4
[CEC 110.21(B) FIELD MARKINGS].
-ADHESIVE FASTENED SIGNS MAY BE
ACCEPTABLE IF PROPERLY ADHERED. VINYL
SIGNS SHALL BE WEATHER RESISTANT.CAUTION: SOLAR ELECTRIC
SYSTEM CONNECTED
CAUTION: SOLAR CIRCUIT
WARNING
POWER SOURCE OUTPUT CONNECTION DO
NOT RELOCATE THIS OVERCURRENT DEVICE
AC SYSTEM DISCONNECT
FOR UTILITY OPERATION
WARNING - Electric Shock Hazard
No user serviceable parts inside
Contact authorized service provider for assistance
WARNING: PHOTOVOLTAIC
POWER SOURCE
PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM
EQUIPPED WITH RAPID SHUTDOWN RAPID SHUTDOWN SWITCH FOR
SOLAR PV SYSTEM
SOLAR PV SYSTEM
EQUIPMENT WITH RAPID
SHUTDOWN
TURN RAPID
SHUTDOWN
SWITCH TO THE
"OFF" POSITION
TO SHUTDOWN
PV SYSTEM AND
REDUCE SHOCK
HAZARD IT THE
ARRAY
SOLAR
ELECTRIC
PV PANELS
WARNING DUAL POWER SOURCE
SECOND SOURCE IS PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
TERMINALS ON BOTH LINE AND
LOAD SIDES MAY BE ENERGIZED
IN THE OPEN POSITION
DC VOLTAGE IS ALWAYS PRESENT
WHEN SOLAR MODULES ARE
EXPOSED TO SUNLIGHT
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
TERMINALS ON BOTH LINE AND
LOAD SIDES MAY BE ENERGIZED
IN THE OPEN POSITION
CAUTION:
POWER TO THIS BUILDING IS ALSO
SUPPLIED FROM THE FOLLOWING
SOURCED WITH DISCONNECTS AS SHOWN
LABEL LOCATION:
PER CEC 705.12(B)(2)(3)(B)
[OR (C) IF THE PANELBOARD IS RATED NOT LESS THAN
SUM OF AMPERE RATINGS OF ALL OVERCURRENT
DEVICES SUPPLYING IT]
LABEL LOCATION:
WEATHER RESISTANT MATERIAL, DURABLE ADHESIVE, UL 969 AS
STANDARD TO WEATHER RATING (UL LISTING OF MARKINGS NOT
REQUIRED), MIN 3/8" LETTER HEIGHT ARIAL OR SIMILAR FONT
NON-BOLD, PLACED WITHIN THE MAIN SERVICE DISCONNECT,
PLACED ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE COVER WHEN DISCONNECT IS
OPERABLE WITH SERVICE PANEL CLOSED. (PER CODE: CEC690.15,
690.13(B)).
LABEL LOCATION:
MARKINGS PLACED ON ALL INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR DC/AC
CONDUIT, RACEWAYS, ENCLOSURES, AND CABLE ASSEMBLIES AT
LEAST EVERY 10 FT, AT TURNS AND ABOVE/BELOW PENETRATIONS
AND ALL COMBINER/JUNCTION BOXES.
LABEL LOCATION:
POINT OF INTERCONNECTION
(PER CODE: CEC 705.12(B)(3-4)).
LABEL LOCATION:
SERVICE DISCONNECT MEANS
(PER CODE: CEC 690.56(C)(1)(A)).
LABEL LOCATION:
RAPID SHUTDOWN OR ON INVERTER IF RSD IS
INTEGRATED CEC 690.56(C)(3).
LABEL LOCATION:
DC DISCONNECT, INVERTER, POINT OF
INTERCONNECTION
(PER CODE: CEC 690.54)
LABEL LOCATION:
UTILITY DISCONNECT
LABEL LOCATION:
INVERTER, JUNCTION BOXES (ROOF), AC
DISCONNECT
(PER CODE: CEC 690.13 & CEC 690.13)
LABEL LOCATION:
INVERTER, JUNCTION BOXES (ROOF), AC
DISCONNECT
(PER CODE: CEC 690.13 & CEC 690.13)
LABEL LOCATION:
DC DISCONNECT, INVERTER
(PER CODE: CEC 690.13(B))
[TO BE USED WHEN INVERTER IS UNDERGROUND]
LABEL LOCATION:
AC DISCONNECT, POINT OF INTERCONNECTION
(PER CODE: CEC 690.53)
LABEL LOCATION:
WEATHER RESISTANT MATERIAL, DURABLE PLAQUE, UL969 AS STANDARD TO
WEATHER RATING (UL LISTING OF MARKINGS NOT REQUIRED), MIN 3/8" LETTER
HEIGHT ARIAL OR SIMILAR FONT NON-BOLD, PLACED WITHIN THE MAIN SERVICE
DISCONNECT, PLACED ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE COVER WHEN DISCONNECT IS
OPERABLE WITH SERVICE PANEL CLOSED. (PER CODE: CEC 690.12, 690.56(C)).
WEATHER RESISTANT PLASTIC PLACARD
PLACEMENT:
WARNING
MAX SYSTEM VOLTAGE
MAX CIRCUIT CURRENT
MAX RATED DC/DC
OUTPUT CURRENT
AMPS
AMPS
VDC
DC DISCONNECT
PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM
CAUTION
TRI POWER SOURCE SECOND
SOURCE IS AC BATTERY
THIRD SOURCE IS
PV SYSTEM
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
WARNING
IF A GROUND FAULT IS INDICATED,
NORMALLY GROUNDED
CONDUCTORS MAY BE
UNGROUNDED AND ENERGIZED
LABEL LOCATION:
AC DISCONNECT
(PER CODE: CEC 690.54)
LABEL LOCATION:
ALL BATTERIES AND/OR INVERTERS
(PER CODE: CEC 690.5)
LABEL LOCATION:
PLACED AT ALL SERVICE DISCONNECTS
AND SUB PANELS, IF APPLICABLE
(PER CODE: CEC 705.12(D)(3))
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
WARNING
DO NOT TOUCH TERMINALS
TERMINALS ON BOTH THE LINE AND LOAD SIDES
MAY BE ENERGIZED IN THE OPEN POSITION
PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM AC
DISCONNECT
DUAL POWER SUPPLY
SOURCES: UTILITY GRID AND PV
SOLAR ELECTRIC SYSTEM
OPERATING VOLTAGE
OPERATING CURRENT AMPS
VOLTS
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Expedited Permit Process for PV Systems 1
Expedited Permit Process for PV Systems
Standard String System
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 Standard String System to use with the Expe-
dited Permit Process. The Micro-Inverter, 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.
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Expedited Permit Process for Small-Scale PV Systems
Standard String System
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)_________________ ft2
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.
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Standard String System Electrical Diagram
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CANADIAN SOLAR
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Notes for Standard String System Electrical Diagram
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
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
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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
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INVERTER MAKE
INVERTER MODEL
INVERTER RATINGS (Guide Section 4)
1) IF UTILITY REQUIRES A VISIBLE-BREAK SWITCH, DOES THIS SWITCH MEET THEREQUIREMENT? YES NO N/A
2) IF GENERATION METER REQUIRED, DOES THIS METER SOCKET MEET THEREQUIREMENT? YES NO N/A
3) SIZE PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SOURCE (DC) CONDUCTORS BASED ON MAXCURRENT ON NEC 690.53 SIGN OR OCPD RATING AT DISCONNECT
4) SIZE INVERTER OUTPUT CIRCUIT (AC) CONDUCTORS ACCORDING TO INVERTEROCPD AMPERE RATING. (See Guide Section 9)
5) TOTAL OF ______ INVERTER OCPD(s), ONE FOR EACH INVERTER. DOES TOTALSUPPLY 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 MEANEXTREME DRY BULB TEMPERATURE FOR ASHRAE LOCATION MOST SIMILAR TOINSTALLATION LOCATION. LOWEST EXPECTED AMBIENT TEMP ______oC
2.) HIGHEST CONTINUOUS AMBIENT TEMPERATURE BASED ON ASHRAE HIGHESTMONTH 2% DRY BULB TEMPERATURE FOR ASHRAE LOCATION MOST SIMILAR TOINSTALLATION LOCATION. HIGHEST CONTINUOUS TEMPERATURE _____oC
2.) 2005 ASHRAE FUNDEMENTALS 2% DESIGN TEMPERATURES DO NOT EXCEED47oC IN THE UNITED STATES (PALM SPRINGS, CA IS 44.1oC). FOR LESS THAN 9CURRENT-CARRYING CONDUCTORS IN ROOF-MOUNTED SUNLIT CONDUIT ATLEAST 0.5" ABOVE ROOF AND USING THE OUTDOOR DESIGN TEMPERATURE OF47oC OR LESS (ALL OF UNITED STATES),
a)12 AWG, 90oC CONDUCTORS ARE GENERALLY ACCEPTABLE FOR MODULESWITH Isc OF 7.68 AMPS OR LESS WHEN PROTECTED BY A 12-AMP OR SMALLERFUSE.b)10 AWG, 90oC CONDUCTORS ARE GENERALLY ACCEPTABLE FOR MODULESWITH Isc OF 9.6 AMPS OR LESS WHEN PROTECTED BY A 15-AMP OR SMALLERFUSE.
NOTES FOR ARRAY CIRCUIT WIRING (Guide Section 6 and 8 and Appendix D):
OCPD = OVERCURRENT PROTECTION DEVICE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE® REFERENCES
SHOWN AS (NEC XXX.XX)
NOTES FOR ALL DRAWINGS:
SIGNS–SEE GUIDE SECTION 7
SIGN FOR DC DISCONNECT
SIGN FOR INVERTER OCPD AND
AC DISCONNECT (IF USED)
RATED MPP CURRENT
RATED MPP VOLTAGE
MAX SYSTEM VOLTAGE
MAX CIRCUIT CURRENT
A
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PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER SOURCE
WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK
HAZARD–LINE AND LOAD MAY BE
ENERGIZED IN OPEN POSITION
AC OUTPUT CURRENT
NOMINAL AC VOLTAGE
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SOLAR PV SYSTEM
AC POINT OF CONNECTION
THIS PANEL FED BY MULTIPLE
SOURCES (UTILITY AND SOLAR)
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RESIDENTIAL
PHOTOVOLTAIC
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
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Cleanpower 2N
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Jereme Silva
6263917341 11/14/23
permit@irfanengineering.com
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