HomeMy WebLinkAboutB15-0205_PV-E1_1436199540.pdf 1.01 GENERAL: 1.Current carrying DC wires shall be red (+) ,and white (the grounded () PROJECTMUELLE'
A.The work includes furnishing all labor,materials,and equipment,including minor items 2.Current carrying AC wires shall be color coded per the NEC with local interpretation.
omitted but necessary to construct and install the complete PV systems described by the 3.Ground wires shall be bare or green.
Contract Documents and specified below."Contractor"refers to the Photo-voltaic 2.03 CABLE ASSEMBLIES: DATE I err
Contractor,including his sub-contractors.The general conditions of the specifications apply A.MC cable assemblies may be used in the AC power distribution system (indoors only) , 6/3/2015
and are included in this part of this section. where approved by the N.E.C.: }
B.Connection of the PV system will be made at the load side of main distribution center. 2.04 BOXES: h + ,
Connections will be made using UL Listed connectors,branch breakers in panelboards,etc A.Provide galvanized steel outlet and junction boxes,except where otherwise indicated.Boxes t .6
117.4 accordance with the requirements of the utility company.This service shall be 120/240 shall be a minimum 4"square or octagonal.Provide weather-proof type cast boxes with
volt,1 phase,3 wire,60 hertz A.C. gasket and cast coverplate for exterior locations.Boxes shall be manufactured by Raco, 7/06115
C.Provide signage necessary to alert maintenance personnel about the PV system connection, Steel City,National or equivalent.
in accordance with NEC 690,and the specific requirements of the local utility company. 2.05 LUGS:
D.Configure module installation with support structure to allow modules to be disconnected A.Lugs in all equipment will be rated for the use.Lugs will be suitable for copper or aluminum
from power producing cables before disconnecting ground connection.Removal or conductors,rated for 75C.
disconnecting ground connection of any module or component shall not affect the integrity 2.06 PV MODULES:
of the remaining grounding system. A.The PV modules shall be constructed of polycrystalline silicone cells,sized as shown on the RESERVED FOR TOWN OF VAIL APPROVAL
1.02 CODES AND REGULATIONS: drawings.The modules shall use a high transparency,low iron,tempered glass.The rear of STAMP(if applicable)
A.Comply with state and local codes,and utility company regulations.Final interpretations will the modules shall be made of plastic laminate.
be made by the local inspection authority (AHJ) .The Contractor to verify the governance B.Modules shall be listed in conformance with U.L.1703. INDEX:
of the following Codes affixed to this sheet,including any local amendments and C.PV Modules shall be manufactured by SunPower,Suniva,Canadian Solar or equivalent. PV-E1 General Notes & Code Requirements
supplementary codes. 2.07 Grid-tied inverters PV-E2 Site Plan
1.03 EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS STANDARDS: A.Inverters shall be DC to 60 cycle,AC power.The wattages of respective inverters shall be as
A.Equipment and materials shall be new,UL-listed for the use intended,and free from damage shown on the drawings.The units shall be listed for use outside,each mounted in a single PV-E3 Site Plan (Exploded View)
or defect.They shall comply with the latest industry standards,including UL1703 (panels enclosure. PV-E4 Electrical Line Diagram & Electrical Calculations
and/or frame support) ,UL 1704 (Inverters) ,UL 1741 (Combiner Boxes,etc.) B.The inverters shall incorporate DC and AC disconnects,DC and AC surge protection, PV E5 String Layout
B.All components shall be rated for use in the environment in which they are installed.This isolation transformer,ground fault circuit interrupter.
includes UV rating for exterior wiring,wiring supports,connectors,inverters,combiners,etc. C.Inverters shall be certified to UL 1741. PV-E6 Plaque Details
Steel located outdoors shall be galvanized (not painted) . D.Inverters shall be manufactured by SunPower,Aurora Power-One,SMA,ABB or equivalent. PV-S1 Attachment Layout (Main House)
1.04 CONTRACT DRAWINGS: 2.08 SAFETY SWITCHES:
A.Illustrate the general design and extent of performance required.All dimensions and A.Provide normal duty,enclosed,fusible and non-fusible safety switches as indicated on the PV-S2 Attachment Detail
locations shall be taken from the Architectural drawings,structural drawings,and/or site visit. plans.All lugs shall be rated for 75C copper or aluminum wiring.Provide enclosures suitable PV-S3 Rail & Post Layout
1.05 SHOP DRAWINGS for the surrounding area and conditions.Switches used as service disconnects shall be so
A.Submit products data and/or shop drawings as required by the Architect for the following: labeled.Provide UL listed ground bars as required by the application.Ground lugs and
1.Photovoltaic Modules. ground connectors which are not UL listed for the application are not allowed.The switches TOWN OF VAIL ADOPTED BUILDING CODES: V)
2.Array combiner/junction box, shall be manufactured by Square D,Siemens,G.E.,Cutler Hammer,or equivalent.
3.Inverter. 3.01 WIRING: tliNr• 2012 International Buildin Code 4.Disconnect switches,circuit breakers,and other distribution components. A.The drawings are schematic in nature;alternative wiring paths,different conduit fill,etc, g 5.Connectors (split bolt,compression,exothermic,etc) installed in conformance with the N.E.C.are allowed. • 2012 International Residential Code
6.Production meter and housing. B.Circuits shall use minimum No.12 AWG wiring for strings,branch circuits,etc.Wiring will be 0
7.Wiring:Exposed single conductor DC,concealed DC,and AC. derated as required by the NEC.Multiple derations for conduit fill,roof temperature,etc must . 2012 International Fire Code
B.Quality of specific equipment is established by manufacturer's catalog number.Alterations to be applied. • 2012 International Plumbing Code Q)
the PV system or other building alterations (structural,roofs,walls,painting,gutters,etc) C.Electric metallic tubing is intended to be used for all DC wiring runs from the array(s) to • O
caused by any Substitution shall be accomplished at no additional expense to the Owner inverters.EMT may be used in all applications,except where prohibited by code or 2012 International Mechanical Code /�� J ( -_
C.Manufacturers not listed may submit for acceptance as an"approved equivalent."Requests otherwise noted.In exterior or other wet locations the EMT connections shall be • 2012 International Fuel Gas Code „ - 0 (/)
for an"equivalent"means"approved equivalent".Four copies of such submittal must be compression type.Set screw connections are allowed in interior and dry locations only. • 2012 International Energy Conservation Code J� CO CD
received by the Engineer seven (7) working days prior to bid date. D.Exposed DC wiring shall be run exposed beneath modules,neatly supported by the module, 0 It
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1.06 WARRANTY: frame,or conduit.Supports shall use SST pipe clamps with EPDM inserts,or UV rated - w I-
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A.The contractor shall be responsible for the successful operation of PV systems installed cable ties.Non UV rated cable ties are not allowed in exterior locations. • 2011 National Electrical Code
under this Contract.Warranty period for the PV modules shall be 20 year;inverter and all E.DC wiring run between array structures shall be routed in EMT for physical protection. • http://www.vailgov.com/departments/community-development/ � Z <
other components shall be warranted for 5 years.Defective equipment or materials shall be F.Provide sealtite flexible metallic conduit for connections to equipment where movement or http://www.vailgov.com/departments/community-development/ rim
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repaired or replaced at no expense to the Owner. vibration or minor relocations are to be expected.In installations involving tracking or more building-safety-inspections '----^J w D
1.07 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE DATA: significant relocations,flexible cords shall conform to NEC Article 400 and shall be identified I ( `
A.Provide the Owner with operating and maintenance instructions (one copy) required for as hard service cord or portable power cable,suitable for extra hard usage,listed for Site Location: \` AVI 11J 0_ 2
operation of the PV system,bound in a notebook. outdoor use,water and sunlight resistant. S,''''' 4-
1.08 PERMITS: 3.02 GROUNDINGev°°Q \ _,,o c,ascade way _ 0
A.The contractor shall pay for all fees,taxes,secure permits,licenses,and inspections A.Equipment will be grounded per NEC Articles 250 and 690.PV modules will be grounded -4°10 °°SPa9 t*7,
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1.9 COORDINATION conductors. 3 Q
A.Coordinate PV module,inverter,and wiring runs with the Architectural and Structural Plans B.Configure module installation with support structure to allow modules to be disconnected c..1a 0'., I
and work of other trades.Locate on horizontal and vertical lines to avoid interference and to from power producing cables before disconnecting ground connection.Removal or - , VacadeOprovide functional use of all equipment.Verify electrical power characteristics before disconnecting ground connection of any module or component shall not affect the integrityordering equipment. of the remaining grounding system. \ ( ��+
B.Examine the site and become aware of existing conditions,shading,roof integrity,and other C.DC ground wires shall be run continuous from inverter ground bus to each module. *°-' °od y
issues affecting the satisfactory completion of the project. Connections to panels shall use UL listed connectors rated for exterior use,and shall be •' ��y
2.01 CONDUIT: mounted using SST bolts,nuts,and washers.Self threading screws are not allowed. �.o,
A.The following raceways are approved for use on this project,where approved by the N.E.C.: D.Where supplementary ground electrodes are shown they shall conform to NEC 690.47D 2 1550 Matterhorn Cir
1. EMT:Electrical metallic tubing,galvanized including any local modifications required by the AHJ. .,1 1.., Matterhot°c'\ 20 PROJECT ADDRESS:
2. GRC:Rigid steel conduit,galvanized 3.03 START-UP PROCEDURES: AP��
3.PVC:Polyvinyl chloride conduit,schedule 40 (interior and underground locations only) A.Follow manufacturer's recommended procedures in starting up the equipment;damage city Market® oc`a • 1550 Matterhorn Circle
4.IMC:Intermediate metal conduit,galvanized caused during start-up shall be replaced at no expense to the owner. ‘� o`
2.02 Wiring: 3.04 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS: Safeway®. o�¢¢ • Vail, CO 81631
A.Conductors shall be copper,rated for 600 or 1000 volts,of the quantity,size and type A.Support modules,module racks,inverters,conduit and other necessary equipment from the unix Ln oce �e�`
required for the function.Conductors shall be solid for wire sizes No.10 AWG and smaller; structure to prevent sagging,swaying,and vibrations,and arranged to provide for expansion F ® *� PQ PREPARED BY:
stranded for No.8 AWG and larger.All wiring shall be rated for 90C,and shall be applied and contraction.Brackets,clamps,and hangers shall be aluminum or stainless steel of a e 773
using the 75C rating.See drawings for wire sizes and routing. type,acceptable to the Engineer.Chain,perforated iron or wire hangers are not permitted. Inn Vail �ee�a' Doni Nicoll
B.Current carrying conductors shall be insulated as follows: 3.05 SLEEVES AND PLATES mote -
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1.Single conductor,exposed DC:USE-2 or USE-2/RHW-2. A.Provide sleeves and inserts for all conduits.Drill holes as required for the installation of �.r a SUNSENSE REPRESENTATIVE:
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2.DC wiring in conduit:THHN/THWN-2,RHW-2,XHHW-2,USE-2/RHW-2. hangers required for the PV work. �' W, °oc` 3 Cristian Basso
3.AC wiring:As listed and applied in NEC Table 310.13 (A) . B.Seal all piping passing through fire-rated construction with approved material to maintain
C.Color coding: air-tight,fire-rated integrity,with a U.L.listed assembly compatible with the wall or floor Main System Components:6.24 kW SHEET NUMBER:
assembly being penetrated. Modules:Kyocera,KD260GX-LFB2(65.43"x 38.98')
END OF SECTION 16010 (qty:24 modules x 260W=6.24 kW) PV-E1
General Notes Code Requirements Inverters:SolarEdge,SE6000A-US (qty:1)
w/Power Optimizers,P300 (qty:24)
SCALE: NTS Racking: S:Flex,Flush Mounted Solar Racking System
w/Zilla Double Stud XL Flashings