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DOCUMENT FOR

TESTING AND COMMISSIONING


SMALL SCALE PV PLANT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PROJECT INFORMATION……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3
2. TESTING EQUIPMENT……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
3. PV PLANT DESIGN DOCUMENT……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
3.1 DATASHEET AND CATALOGUE………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
3.2 DRAWINGS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
4. PRE-COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST AND TEST ………………………………………………………………………………… ..
6
4.1 GENERAL INSPECTION ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…. ..
7
4.2 PV MODULE MOUNTING STRUCTURE & CIVIL
FOUNDATION ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8
4.3 MAIN DISTRIBUTION PANEL DC BOX…………………. ……………………………………………………………...……9
4.4 EARTHING & LIGHTNING ARRESTOR ………………………………………………………………………………........ 10
4.5 PV MODULE INSPECTION …………………………………………………………………………….………….……..............10
4.6 INVERTER INSPECTION …………………………………………………………………………………………………….………..11
4.7 AC DISTRIBUTION BOX ………………………...………………………………………………………………………….………..11
4.8 CABLE IDENTIFICATION AND CABLE ROUTING INSPECTION ……………………...…………………….…………
12
4.9 WEATHER MONITORING STATION AND PV MONITORING SYSTEM ……………………………………….....
13
4.10 CABLE INSULATION TEST ………………………………………………………………………………………….…………….....14
4.11 STRING FUSE CONTINUITY AND STRING OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE TEST ……………… ..…….…………….
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4.12 STRING DC SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT TEST ………………………………..……………………………….…………….
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4.13 ISOLATION DEVICE FUNCTIONAL TEST …………………………………….………………………….…………………… 17
4.14 GROUNDING FUNCTIONAL TEST …………………………………………….…………………………………………………17

5. TESTING AND COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST…………………………………………………………………………….


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5.1 INFORMATION ABOUT GROUNDING LINE ……………………………………………………….…………….………… 19
5.2 INFORMATION ABOUT PV MODULE ………………………………………………………………...…………….………… 19
5.3 INFORMATION ABOUT PV ARRAY…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 20
5.4 INFORMATION ABOUT CABLE AND WIRING ……………………..…………………….…….…………………………..
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5.5 INFORMATION ABOUT INVERTER………………………………………………….…………………………………………. 23
5.6 INFORMATION ABOUT ARRAY JUNCTION BOX/STRING MONITORING BOX……………..………………..
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5.7 INFORMATION ABOUT AC DISTRIBUTION BOX ………………………………….……...……………………………… 26
5.8 INFORMATION ABOUT WEATHER MONITORING STATION AND PV MONITORING SYSTEM………..
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5.9 INVERTER FUNCTIONAL TEST …………………………………………..………………………………………….…………… 28
5.10 FICTURE DOCUMENTATION………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….28

6. SAFETY
7. FINAL ACCEPTANCE APPROVAL………………………………………………………………………………………….
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STANDARD REFERENCES:

“IEC 62446: ON/OFF Grid connected photovoltaic systems – Minimum requirements for system
documentation, commissioning tests and inspection”

Base on IEC Standard, the following pre-commissioning checklist and test describe at the basic of
IEC 62446 Clause 4, where:
4.1 General establish minimum documentation to ensure Key system data is available
4.2 System data Information about system information, designer and installer
4.3 Wiring diagram Single line wiring diagram
4.4 Datasheets For all types of modules and inverters
4.5 Mechanical design information – Data sheet for array mounting system
4.6 Operation and maintenance information Correct operation, failure, shutdown, maintenance,
cleaning, warranty.
4.7 Test results and commissioning – Copies with results from verification tests”

IEC 62446 - Clause 5 , is a verification Where:


5.1 General
5.2 General
5.3 Inspection
5.4 Testing
5.4.1 Tests to all AC circuit(s) to the requirements of IEC 60364-6. Once tests to the AC circuit(s) are
complete, the following tests shall be carried out on the DC circuit(s) forming the PV array.
5.4.2 Continuity of protective earthing and/or equipotential bonding conductors, where fitted
5.4.3 Polarity test
5.4.4 String open circuit voltage test
5.4.5 String short circuit current test
5.4.6 Functional tests
5.4.7 Insulation resistance of the DC circuits
5.5 Verification reports

PUIL 2000 (Persyaratan umum instalasi listrik 2000)


PUIL 2011 (Persyaratan umum instalasi listrik 2011/ Amendment 1)
1. TESTING EQUIPMENT
N0 Name of Instrument Brand Model Number Usage Datasheet/catalogue
1 AC/DC Clamp Meter Kyoritsu KEW Snap 2055 Function multi Available
measurement
Measuring AC/DC
Voltage (V), Current
(A), Power (W)
2 Digital Multimeter Fluke Fluke Measuring AC/DC Available
Voltage
3 Current Tester Kyoritsu FORK-2300R Measuring Current Available
2 Insulation Meter Hioki IR4056 Measuring insulation Available
3 Phase meter Kyoritsu 8031 Measuring phase Available
sequencing
4 Grounding/Earthing Fluke Fluke 1625-2 Grounding Available
Test measurement

Brand equipment hanya contoh…!


(DATA SHEET harus dilampirkan)
2. PV PLANT DESIGN DOCUMENT
2.1 DATASHEET/CATALOGUE
Availability
NO. TYPE OF DATASHEET TYPE/BRAND (Checklist)
YES No
1. Photovoltaic (PV)
2. Inverter
3. DC Cables
4. AC Cables
5. Racking System
6. Monitoring System
7. Power Logic

2.2 DRAWING CHECKLIST


Availability (Checklist)
NO. Drawing Title Remark
YES No
1. SLD Layout
2. MDP DC SLD Layout
3. MDP AC SLD Layout
4. Monitoring SLD Layout
5. Weather Station SLD Layout
6. MDP DC Skema Layout
7 MDP AC Skema Layout
8 MDP DC box
9 MDP AC box
10 Monitoring Box
11 Weather Station Box
12 PV Concrete base layout
13 PV Ground Mounting Group 1
layout
14 PV Ground Mounting Group 2
layout
15 Inverter Racking Layout
16 Cable Route Layout
17 DC Cable Route Layout
18 AC Cable Route Layout
19 PV Array Cable Route Layout
20 PV String Cable Route Layout
21 Grid Interconnection SLD
Layout
3. PRE-COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST and TEST

PT. REJA ATON ENERGI as System Integrator and contractor for this project of the Grid Connected
of PV systems (GCPV) must prepare documents pre-commissioning checklist and submitted to user.
This activity shall be conducted by the competent persons as stated at the end of the checklist,
whilst adhering to the relevant laws and regulations.

During the pre-commissioning checks, the GCPV systems shall not be engaged to the grid. All
checks during pre-commissioning are done visually.

The pre-commissioning checklist consist the following (mandatory minimum):

IEC Standard:
1. General Inspection (IEC 62446-4.1)
2. PV Module Mounting Structure & Civil foundation (IEC 62446-4.5)
3. DC Junction Box or Main Distribution Panel DC Box (IEC 62446-4.2)
4. Grounding Earth & Lightning Arrestor (IEC 62446-5.4.2)
5. PV Module (IEC 62446-4.4)
6. Inverter (IEC 62446-4.4)
7. AC Distribution Box or Main Distribution Panel AC Box (IEC 62446-5.4.1)
8. Cable identification and cable routing inspection (IEC 62446-5.4.2)
9. Weather monitoring station and monitoring system (IEC 62446-5.4.7)
10. Cable insulation test (IEC 62446-5.4.2)
11. String fuse continuity and string open circuit voltage test (IEC 62446-5.4.4)
12. String DC short circuit current test (IEC 62446-5.4.5)
13. Isolation device functional test (IEC 62446-5.4.6)
4.1 GENERAL INSPECTION
Table 4.1.1 General Inspection
Visual Inspection
Description Date of inspection
(Please tick in the box, if the job has been done satisfactorily)
Instructions This form shall be filled-up Inverter 1 and 2 {Checklist }
for each sub- 
array connected to one
inverter
A. General
1 Check for necessary safety equipment is available at the site
2 Array frame correctly fixed and stable
3 Cable route entries tray and conduit are weather proof
4 PV module Ground Mounting Layout, Inverter Racking Layout, Cable Route
Layout as per approved layout drawing
5 SLD Layout, MDP DC and MDP AC Layout, Grid interconnection Layout as per
approved layout drawing
6 Equipment for testing, inspection and operation & maintenance
7 Protection device are connected as per approved drawing
8 All cables are selected for current carrying capacity
9 All cables are identified and connected as per approved drawing
10 Cables routed are in safe zone or protected against mechanical
damage
B. DC Voltage Section
1 All DC components are sized for rated operation at maximum
DC system voltage
2 All DC cables are mean for solar PV applications and as per design
document
3 PV string fuse or DC switch breaker are available in the MDP DC
box
4 Protection Device are available Such as Fuses, Surge arrester, DC
Switch
C. Protections against over voltage and electric shock
1 Surge protection devices or lightning arrestor are available
2 Frame correctly integrated associated with grounding system
installation
3 Live parts Insulated protected by barrier/enclosure, placed out of
reach
D. AC Voltage Section
1 MDP AC are lockable
2 Inverter protection setting as per local regulation
(Labeling & identification mark)
3 General labeling for circuits, protective devices switches &
terminals
4 MDP AC layout are placed at panel box
5 AC isolators are clearly labeled

COMMENT:
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Table 4.2 PV Module Mounting Structure & Civil Foundation


Description Visual Inspection (Please tick in the box, if the job has been done satisfactorily)
Instructions This form shall be filled-up for all array connected to 2 inverter {Checklist }

Description
1 Mounting structure and jointing materials are aluminum as per
approved drawing
2 PV concrete base layout as per approved drawing
3 PV ground mounting as per approved drawing
4 Structures are correctly fixed at specific tilt and orientation as per
design document
5 No crack found in the foundation and/or mounting structure
6 Structures are designed based user recommendation
7 No discoloration for PV module racking found in the structure materials
(e.g. frame, clamp, bolt and nuts, etc.)

Comments: Proceed to next checklist YES NO


(Please tick  in the appropriate box

COMMENT

Table 4.3 Main Distribution Panel DC Box


Description Visual Inspection (Please tick in the box, if the job has been done satisfactorily)
Instructions This form shall be filled-up for all array connected to 2 inverter {Checklist }

Description
1 MDP DC Box connection diagram is available inside the cover
2 MDP DC layout as per approved schematic
3 String fuses or DC switch breakers are available in the box
4 Array structure is earthed as per design document
5 The boxes are properly fixed across the structure or appropriate
location as per design document
6 Surge protection is available inside the box as per design document
7 Box and related component & insulation rating based on maximum DC
voltage
8 Boxes for outdoor use should be closed are weather proof

Comments: Proceed to next checklist YES NO


(Please tick  in the appropriate box

COMMENT

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Table 4.4 Grounding and Surge Arrester
Description Visual Inspection (Please tick in the box, if the job has been done satisfactorily)
Instructions This form shall be filled-up for all array connected to 2 inverter {Checklist }

Description
1 Grounding PV Racking and Grounding arrester are available
2 Grounding are properly connected to metal parts of all structures
3 All array frames (for framed modules) and structures appear to be
grounded and bonded properly
4 Grounding & surge arrestor are installed as per design document
5 Box Grounding are available
Comments: Proceed to next checklist YES NO
(Please tick  in the appropriate box

COMMENT

Table 4.5 PV module


Description Visual Inspection
(Please tick in the box, if the job has been done satisfactorily)
{Checklist }
Instructions This form shall be filled-up for each sub-array structure

1 PV modules are fixed on the structure as per design drawing


2 All PV modules are properly labeling on the structure
3 All inter-module connectors are properly crimped & securely connected
4 Polarity of all PV modules are correctly connected
5 All PV module interconnected with grounding system

Comments: Proceed to next checklist YES NO


(Please tick  in the appropriate box

COMMENT

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Table 4.6 Inverters


Description Visual Inspection (Please tick  in the box, if the job has been done satisfactorily. If not applicable,
write ‘NA’ in the box)
Instructions This form shall be filled-up for each inverter Inverter No. 1
1 Inverters are installed as per manufacturer’s guideline
2 Sufficient ventilation is available around the inverters (as per manufacturer’s
guideline)
3 Inverter unit is properly fastened to inverter mounting/racking as per drawing
4 Inverter is properly grounded
5 Inverter incoming/outgoing cables are properly labeled
6 Inverter incoming/outgoing cables are properly connected as per drawing
7 The connections for phase sequence L1, L2, L3 and N (for three-phase inverter)
and L and N (for single phase inverter) are in correct order
8 All cable terminations are done properly
9 All the cables are properly labeled
10 Inverter factory settings are as per SSE (Solar Schneider Electric) guideline
(Check the factory test certificates for anti-islanding time, THD, DC Injection,
Operating Voltage Range & change in voltage for different solar irradiance)
Comments: Proceed to next checklist YES NO
(Please tick  in the appropriate box

COMMENT

Table 4.7 MDP AC


Description Visual Inspection (Please tick  in the box, if the job has been done satisfactorily. If not
applicable, write ‘NA’ in the box)
1 MDPAC’s are properly fastened to the mounting as per design
document
2 Sufficient free space available around MDP AC at mounting
3 MDP AC is properly grounded as per design document
4 The connections for phase sequence L1, L2 & L3 are in proper order (for
three phase inverters)
5 All cable terminations are done properly
6 Proper tagging of all cables and components are done
7 All cable glands are properly secured & tightened
8 Box is placement in panel room (indoor)
Comments: Proceed to next checklist YES NO
(Please tick  in the appropriate box

COMMENT

Table 4.8 Checklist for Cable identification & route inspection


Description Visual Inspection (Please tick  in the box, if the job has been done satisfactorily. If not
applicable, write ‘NA’ in the box)

1 All cable routed areas on the air (by fixed & tentative support) and
ground
2 All power cable route & locations are as per drawing
3 All cables are properly tagged
4 All DC cables are meant for solar PV applications and as per design
document
5 Incoming/outgoing cables are properly connected as per approved
schematic diagram
Comments: Proceed to next checklist YES NO
(Please tick  in the appropriate box

COMMENT

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TABLE 4.9. BATTERY


DESCRIPTION VISUAL INSPECTION (PLEASE TICK IN THE BOX, IF THE JOB HAS BEEN DONE SATISFACTORILY)
Instructions (Checklist )

1. Battery positions as per approved drawing
2. Battry racking as per approved drawing
3. Checking label and spec of battery as per approved drawing
4. Checking of all the battery voltage (Use battery checker if available!)
Comments:

Proceed to next checklist


YES NO
(Please tick ✔ in the appropriate box)

Table 4.10 Monitoring Station and Monitoring System


Description Visual Inspection (Please tick  in the box, if the job has been done satisfactorily. If not
applicable, write ‘NA’ in the box)
1 Local (Mandatory) & remote (additional) communication & data logging
system is available as per design document
2 The communication software test report as per design
document
3 Identification marks of communication cable are available and as per
design document
4 Communication system architecture diagram is
displayed near the computer in the control room
5 Gap maintained between power cables and signal cables routing
6 All parameters are properly configured in the computer as per
requirement
7 Internet connection is available at the control room
8 Remote monitoring via internet or other means is available
9 Monitored data for Weather Monitoring Station must comprise at least:
solar irradiance, ambient temperature and wind speed
10 Monitored data for system monitoring must comprise at least: module
temperature and electrical parameters such as DC voltages and
currents for each string; AC voltages and current from each inverter
11 All weather monitoring system data are sampled at one-minute
intervals
12 All sensors are accompanied with test certificates and relevant
documents
Comments: Proceed to next checklist YES NO
(Please tick  in the appropriate box

COMMENT

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Table 4.10 Cable insulation test

Format No References: Date of inspection:


Description IEC 62446-5.4.7 Insulation resistance of the
DC circuits

Test point All cables


Use appropriate tools to measure and record
Testing Conditions: Instructions:
Test Voltage | Min Insulation Resistance SWITCH OFF / DISCONNECT the following:
250V >0.5 MΩ - PV AC Main Switch (Isolator)
500V >0.5 MΩ - All AC switches
1000V >1 MΩ - All DC switches
- All DC fuses
Note: Pass/fail criteria base on standard
value Isolate all DC cables except for inter-module connection
cables.

No. Cable from Cable to Insulation Resistance Pass Fail


Value
MDP DC Inverter

1 INV 1-1
(Inverter 1-MPPT 1)
2 INV 1-2
(Inverter 1-MPPT 2)
3 INV 2-1
(Inverter 2-MPPT 1)
4 INV 2-2
(Inverter 2-MPPT 2)

COMMENT:

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Table 4.11 String fuse and String Open Circuit Voltage test
Format No Date of inspection:
Description References:

IEC 62446-5.4.4 String open circuit


voltage test

Test point: MDP DC Panel

Test the continuity of each string fuse (Please tick ) OK : Not OK :


Determine the following: Solar irradiance should be at least
-2
1. Measured Open Circuit Voltage (Voc_mea) of each 350 Wm when performing this test.
string.
2. Expected Open Circuit Voltage (Voc_exp) of each Instructions :
string. SWITCH OFF / DISCONNECT the
3. % Difference between measured and expected Voc. following:
- PV AC Main Switch (isolator)
ACCEPT if - All AC switches
% difference of Voc (between measured Voc and - All DC switches
expected Voc) is within +/- 3% - All DC fuses
Voc of each string at STC is less than the maximum
input voltage of the inverter
Polarity of all DC cables (string and array) is correct

String Voc of Voc Voc Measured Measured % Accept (A)


No. string at measured expected module Irradiance difference or
0 -2
STC (V) (V) (V) temp ( C) (Wm ) of Voc Reject ®
1 768 720
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
COMMENT:
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Table 4.12 String DC Short circuit current test


Format No Date of inspection :
Description References:
IEC 62446- 5.4.5 String short circuit
current test
Test point DC Junction Boxes

Inverter No

Use appropriate tools to measure and record


Determine the following: Solar irradiance should be at
-2
1. Measured short circuit current (Isc_mea) of each string least 350 Wm when
2. Expected short circuit current (Isc_exp) of each string performing this test.
3. % Difference between measured and expected Isc.
Instructions:
ACCEPT if SWITCH ON the system and
% difference of Isc (between measured Isc_mea and expected ensure that the inverter is
Isc_exp) is within +/- 5% operating.

AJB: Array Junction Box


SMB: String Monitoring Box

No. AJB/SMB No. of String Solar Module Measured Expected % Accept


Tag No. strings no. Irradiance Temp Imp of Imp difference (A)
-2
per (Wm ) (deg C) string string of Imp or
AJB/SMB (A) (A) Reject
®

Comment:

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Table 4.13 Isolation device test

Format No Date of inspection :


Description: Test for isolation device References:
IEC 62446-5.4.2 Continuity of
protective earthing and/or
equipotential bonding
conductors, where fitted
Test point All isolators, switches and fuses
Use appropriate tools to measure and record
Please tick  in the appropriate box

-2
Solar irradiance should be at least 350 Wm when
performing this test.

Instructions:
SWITCH OFF / DISCONNECT the following:
- PV AC Main Switch (isolator)
- All AC switches
- All DC switches
- All DC fuses

No. Description Accept Reject Note


1 Confirm voltage is NOT present at array cable terminal at
MDP DC before all fuses are engaged
2 Confirm voltage is present at array cable terminal at MDP DC
after all fuses are engaged
3 Confirm voltage is NOT present at the outgoing terminal of
PV DC Switch Breaker when the switch is in OFF position
4 Confirm voltage is present at the outgoing terminal of PV
DC Switch Breaker when the switch is in ON position
5 Confirm voltage is NOT present at the outgoing terminal of
Inverter AC Switch when the switch is in OFF position
6 Confirm voltage is present at the outgoing terminal of
Inverter AC Switch when the switch is in ON position
7 Confirm voltage is NOT present at the outgoing terminal of
AC Main Switch when the switch is in OFF position
8 Confirm voltage is present at the outgoing terminal of AC
Main Switch when the switch is in ON position

COMMENT

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Table 4.14 Grounding Functional Test

Format No Date of inspection :


Description: References:
Grounding measurement (Earthing) PER02/MEN/1989 pasal 54
Puil 2000-3.13.2.10 (5 Ohm)
IEC 62446-5.4.2

Test point Grounding Functional Test


Use appropriate tools to measure
Standard PUIL 2000 (5 Ohm) | Measure Test
1. Grounding Racking PV …………………..
2. Grounding Arrester …………………..

COMMENT:

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5. TESTING AND COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST


2. TESTING AND COM MISS IONING CH EC KLIS
This activity shall be conducted by competent persons as stated at the end of the checklist
whilst adhering to the provisions of all relevant laws and regulations.

After completion of all visual inspections from the checklist, ATONERGI as System Integrator
must perform commissioning tests to ensure all inter-connections of the components are
satisfactory.

The commissioning test comprises the following:


1. Information about PV module
2. Information about PV array
3. Information about cable and wiring
4. Information about inverter
5. Information about MDP DC
6. Information about AC Distribution Box
7. Information about Weather Monitoring Station and PV Monitoring System
8. Cable insulation test
9. String fuse continuity and String open circuit voltage test
10. Isolation device functional test
11. Inverter functional test

Conditions:
1. All tests must be done in sequence.
2. If a test fails, the next test shall not be performed.
3. Failure of any test nullifies the entire Testing and Commissioning.
4. The Weather Monitoring Station and PV Monitoring System shall be provided, installed
and maintained by ATONERGI for the entire duration of preventive maintenance in a year.

5.1 Information about PV module


Table 5.1 Information about PV module

Description Visual Inspection


(Please tick  in the box, if the job has been done
satisfactorily. If not applicable, write ‘NA’ in the box)
No. Item Details Unit Check
()
1 Module Manufacturer & model
2 Power at maximum powerpoint Wp
(Pmp_stc)
3 Open Circuit Voltage (Voc_stc) V
4 Short Circuit Current %/0C
(Isc_stc)
5 Output per M2 W
6 Module efficiency at STC %
7 Temperature coefficient for %/0C
Pmp (at STC)
8 Temperature coefficient for %/0C
Voc (at STC)
9 Temperature coefficient for %/0C
Isc (at STC)
10 Maximum system voltage V
11 Maximum over current A

COMMENT

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5.2 Information about PV Array

Table 5.2.1. Information about PV array

Description Visual Inspection


(Please tick  in the box, if the job has been done
satisfactorily. If not applicable, write ‘NA’ in the box)
Instruction: This form shall be filled-up for Inverter No. 1
each connection to one inverter
No. Item Details Unit Check
()
1 No of PV Module installed Pcs
2 Nominal power per Module Wp
3 Total Capacity Wp
4 No of module per string Pcs
5 Total No of String Pcs
6 PV array orientation (tilt angle) Deg
7 Cable sizing per string mm2

Table 5.2.1. Information about PV array

Description Visual Inspection


(Please tick  in the box, if the job has been done
satisfactorily. If not applicable, write ‘NA’ in the box)
Instruction: This form shall be filled-up for Inverter No. 2
each connection to one inverter
No. Item Details Unit Check
()
1 No of PV Module installed Pcs
2 Nominal power per Module Wp
3 Total Capacity Wp
4 No of module per string Pcs
5 Total No of String Pcs
6 PV array orientation (tilt angle) Deg
7 Cable sizing per string mm2

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5.3. Information about cable and wiring

Table 5.3.1. Information about cable and wiring INV-1 and INV-2
Description Visual Inspection
(Please tick  in the box, if the job has been done
satisfactorily. If not applicable, write ‘NA’ in the box)
Instruction: This form shall be filled-up for Inverter 1 and Inverter 2
each connection to one inverter
No. Item Details Unit Check
()
1 All exposed cables are free from
mechanical damage
2 All plugs, connectors and sockets are
fully engaged
3 Array MDP DC Box for outdoor should be
closed are weather proof
4 Marking/tagging of positive and
negative cables are properly done
5 PV string cable size mm2
6 PV Array cable size mm2
7 PV string fuse are in disconnected
position
8 PV string polarity connected correctly
9 Grounding cables are properly mm2
connected
10 PV DC Main Switches are connected
properly
11 All DC cables are for solar PV
applications
12 Overall wiring are labeled

COMMENT

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5.4. Information about inverter


Table 5.4 Information about INV-1 and INV-2
Description Visual Inspection
(Please tick  in the box, if the job has been done
satisfactorily. If not applicable, write ‘NA’ in the box)
Instruction: This form shall be filled-up for Inverter 1 and Inverter 2
each connection to one inverter
No. Item Details Unit Check
()
1 Inverter model
2 Nominal DC input Power kWp
3 Number of MPPT Unit
4 Maximum Input Voltage Open Circuit VDC
5 Maximum Input Current Adc
6 Power MPPT Voltage Range VDC
7 Rate Output Power Watt
8 Nominal Output Voltage VAC
9 Maximum Output Current Aac
10 Enclosure Rating -

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5.5 Information about MDP DC

Table 5.5 Information about MDP DC


Description Visual Inspection
(Please tick  in the box, if the job has been done
satisfactorily. If not applicable, write ‘NA’ in the box)
Instruction: This form shall be filled-up for 1 Inverter 1 and Inverter 2
Box is Connected to 2 inverters
No. Item Details Unit Check
()
1 MDP DC box for outdoor used and
Weather proof
2 DC fuses placed at the right position and kWp
ready to connect
3 String fuse rating A/VDC
4 Surge protection device rating kA/
VDC
5 DC switch rating (voltage) VDC
6 No. of PV per String Array pcs
7 Same polarity cables (color coded) are
properly connected
8 Overall wiring is labeled
9 Schematic diagram placed at box cover

COMMENT

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5.6 Information about AC Distribution Box (MDP AC)

Table 5.6 Information about AC Distribution Box (MDP AC)


Description Visual Inspection
(Please tick  in the box, if the job has been done
satisfactorily. If not applicable, write ‘NA’ in the box)
Instructions This form shall be filled-up for 1 box is connected to 2 inverters

No. Item Check


Details
()

1 Bus bar is secured and safely enclosed

All switches, disconnectors and fuses are in


2
disconnect position
Power meter is available
3

6 Surge Protection Device rating KA / VAC

Outgoing protection from Inverter


7 A / VAC

8 Protection from MDP AC to existing Grid A/V

9 Grounding wire connected to metal casing

10 Overall wiring is labeled


Schematic diagram placed at box cover
11

COMMENT:
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5.7 Information About Weather Monitoring Station and PV Monitoring System

Table 5.7 Information about Weather Monitoring Station and PV monitoring


system
Description Visual Inspection Date of inspection:
(Please tick  in the box, if the job has been done
satisfactorily. If not applicable, write ‘NA’ in the box)

An automated monitoring system

Check
No. Item Details ()
1
1 No. of reference cells/pyranometers pcs
1
2 No. of temperature sensors (ambient) pcs
1
3 No. of anemometers pcs
1
4 No. of temperature sensors (module) pcs
Modbus RTU
5 Communication protocol

6 All sensors are connected with communication cables

Temperature sensors for measuring PV module


7
temperature are secured

8 Communication cables are protected for outdoor use

9 Internet connection is available at the control room

10 Data loggers are in working condition


100/280 KA/VAC
11 Incoming Voltage are Protected by Surge Arrester

COMMENT:
CHECKED BY: WHITNESES BY:

5.8. Inverter Functional Test

Table 5.8 Inverter functional test

Format No :

Description References

Test point All Inverters

Use appropriate tools to measure and record


Please tick  in the appropriate box

-2
Solar irradiance should be at least 350 Wm when
performing this test.

Instructions: SWITCH ON the system and ensure that the


inverter is operating.

CAUTION: Voc measured at the inverter input terminal must


be LESS THAN the maximum allowable input DC voltage of
the inverter.

No. Description Value Accept Reject Reasons

1 Check whether the measured


DC voltage falls within the
allowable MPPT voltage range
of the inverter
2 Check whether the measured
grid voltage and frequency are
within the acceptable limit

COMMENT:

CHECKED BY: WHITNESES BY:


5.8. Ficture Documentations
6. SAFETY
SAFETY
DESCRIPTION VISUAL INSPECTION (PLEASE TICK IN THE BOX, IF THE JOB HAS BEEN DONE SATISFACTORILY)
Instructions (Checklist )

1. Solar Power plant Safety procedure (Safety manual)
2. Solar Power Plant Safety sign at Location (PV Plant site)
3. Dangerous Area marking sign
4. Solar electrical safety:
- Power line are protected and insulated
- All metal part of power line are safety grounded
- Overload protections
- Protection from potentially electrical hazard because of worker, location and wet
equipment
-
5. Solar Power plant Safety equipment
- Fire Protection equipment
- Emergency Stop Switch
- First aid kit

6.Safety engineer are available?


Safety engineer Name: ……………………………………………… Contact……………………………………..
Comments:

Proceed to next checklist


YES NO
(Please tick ✔ in the appropriate box)

6. FINAL ACCEPTANCE APPROVAL


Name/institution Signature

Contractor
Testing and
Commisioning
Officer
Reccomended
By
Accepted By

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