Re: [RE-wrenches] off-grid permitting problem

2012-12-12 Thread Kent Osterberg
These code references should be all that is necessary to put the inspector on the right path. His requirement that the source be capable of 100 amps clearly conflicts with the intent of 690.10(A); it makes clear that the inverter system only needs to be large enough to operate the single larges

Re: [RE-wrenches] off-grid permitting problem

2012-12-12 Thread Jason Szumlanski
See 690.10, 690.1, and 690.3. *Jason Szumlanski** * *Fafco Solar* On Wed, Dec 12, 2012 at 1:00 AM, William Miller wrote: > Jeff: > > There is a code passage that specifically states that one does not need to > provide full rated ampacity to a service. I am sure you can find it. > > Find a wa

Re: [RE-wrenches] off-grid permitting problem

2012-12-11 Thread William Miller
Jeff: There is a code passage that specifically states that one does not need to provide full rated ampacity to a service. I am sure you can find it. Find a way to prove, mathematically, that the system planned will provide adequate power. Create or find a spreadsheet listing all appliances

Re: [RE-wrenches] off-grid permitting problem

2012-12-11 Thread Jeff Yago
We have a client that just had assembled on his rural property a pre-fab modular home with "normal" wiring and 200 amp main panel and meter base. However, landowners around his property will not grant access for electric utility to cross and he needs to move in ASAP. He realizes that some day he