Electric Service and Meter Installations

Electric Service and Meter
Installations Manual
SCANA Corporation 2013

Revised: June 2013
On file with South Carolina Public Service Commission
Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction
Customer Call Centers
Engineering Assistance Offices
Definitions
Section 2: General Information
General
Availability and Classification of Service
Line Extensions
Temporary Service/Saw Service
MDQXIDFWXUHG Home Service
Number of Services and Meters
Application for Service
Alterations and Additions
Use of Service by Customer
Interruption of Service and Liability
Grounding
Final Connections
Inspections
Meter Tampering, Seals and Fraudulent Use
Section 3: Overhead Service
General
Service Conductors Attachment Point
Service Entrance General
Service Entrance Conductors
Section 4: Underground Service
General
Underground Service in Overhead Districts
Underground Services from Underground Distribution
Underground Services in Underground Network Area
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Section 5: Meter Installations

General Requirements
Metering Equipment Guide
Meter Location General
Meters Located Outdoors
Meters Located Indoors
Mounting of Meters
Grouped Meters
Meter Wiring
Freestanding Switchboards
Additional Notes on Metering Facilities
Section 6: Service Equipment
Location
Interrupting Capacity of Protection Devices
Single Phase Service Equipment
Three Phase Service Equipment
Section 7: Transformer Vaults and Underground Primary Services
Vaults General
Underground Primary Services
Customers Vault
Section 8: Power and Special Equipment Installations
Motors General
Small Motors 20 Horsepower and Below
Large Motors General Above 20 Horsepower
Motor Starting Requirements Above 20 Horsepower to 100
Motors Above 100 Horsepower
Special Equipment
Section 9: Supplementary Information and Drawings
Standard Voltages and Corresponding Demand Limitations
Standard Service Characteristics
Drawings
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Section 1: Introduction
Customer Call Centers
You can reach our 24 hour Customer Service Center toll-free at 1-800-251-7234.
Engineering Assistance Offices

Engineering assistance is available through the Customer Call Center.
Definitions
1. "Application for Service" - a mail, phone or personal request by the customer to the Company
stating desire for electric service to be furnished at a certain location.
2. "Building" - a structure which stands alone or which is cut off from adjoining structures by firewalls,
as defined by the pertinent building codes, with all openings therein protected by approved fire doors.
3. "Class of Service" - the characteristics of electric service described in terms of voltage, phase,
frequency and number of wires.
4. "Code" - the National Electrical Code (NEC) and the National Electric Safety Code or other
electrical codes or regulations in effect in the area served.
5. "Company" - South Carolina Electric & Gas Company (SCE&G).
6. "Cost" or "expense" - shall include all labor, material and other applicable charges, plus overheads.
7. "Customer" - either a present or a prospective user of the Company's electric service.
8. "Customers' Installation" - all wiring, conduit, service disconnecting devices, appliances,
lighting, and other equipment installed and owned by the customer on his premises for his use.
9. "Customer will provide" or "will install" or "will have installed" or "will furnish" and
similar references - the Company expects the customer to provide and install the equipment in
question. It is assumed that the customer will delegate this obligation to his bona fide agents. Actual
electrical work and the furnishing of required materials are usually delegated to an electrician or an
electrical contractor, and any structural work required to provide adequate attachment space or to
attach racks for service wires is usually delegated to the general contractor.
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10. "Developer" - the party entering into the agreement with the Company.
11. "Distribution Lines" - company lines located in or along streets, alleys, highways, rear lot lines or
elsewhere, and by easements, when used or intended for use for general distribution of electric service
to customers.
12. "Electrical installation" - the total electrical wiring and equipment installed on the customer's
premises.
13. "Firewall" - a four-hour fire resistant wall having protected openings, which restrict the spread of
fire, and extend continuously from the foundation to three feet above the roof unless the roof is of
non-combustible material for the area within forty feet (40') each side of the wall. In this case, the
firewall need not extend above the roof.
14. "Fraudulent Use" - obtaining electric and/or gas service by unlawful means.
15. "Ground" - a conducting connection between an electric circuit, or equipment, and earth, or some
conducting body, which serves in place of the earth.
16. "Instrument Transformer" - transformers used for reducing the current or voltage to quantities
suitable for metering. There are indoor and outdoor types. Indoor types must be installed in cabinets
whether installed indoors or outdoors. Outdoors types are usually installed without cabinets but may
sometimes be put in cabinets.
17. "Instrument Transformer Cabinet" - a sealable metal box for housing instrument transformers.
18. "Line" - a system of poles, wires, and fixtures, or the equivalent ducts, conduits, cables, etc. used for
the distribution of electricity. It may be located in a street, highway, alley, or on a private right-ofway.
19. "Line Extension" - any addition to the Company's existing distribution lines and facilities which
must be made to render electric service to a customer.
20. "Manufactured Home" Formerly known as mobile home which has been specifically designed to
meet HUD provisions. For information pertaining to electrical service attached to the manufactured
home see article 217, Manufactured (Mobile Home) and Trailer Service.
21. "Meter" - a device for measuring the electric power and energy supplied to a customer.
22. "Meter Enclosure" - a wood or metal cabinet, or metal socket, installed indoors or outdoors, in
which the Company's metering equipment is located.
23. "Meter Sockets" - a meter socket is the base portion of a socket type meter. There are numerous
kinds of meter sockets such as light duty, heavy duty, multi-terminal, etc. all with various numbers
and sizes of conduit openings. Each particular socket has a preferred application although some are
interchangeable.
24. "Meter Tampering" - any attempt to alter the registration of use on an electric or gas meter.
25. "Mobile Home" See Manufactured Home.

26. "Modular Home" - any building including the necessary electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating
and other service systems manufactured off site and transported to the point of use for installation or
erection with or without other specified components, as a finished building and not designed for ready
removal to another site. This must qualify under the S.C. Modular Building Construction Act,
Regulation #19-460.15. Any home considered being a modular home will have a certification label.
This label verifies it be a modular home and must be shown to the service representative before any
electrical connection is made.
27. "Overhead Distribution Areas" - those areas in which the customer's premises abut on company
overhead distribution facilities.
28. "Point of Attachment" - the first point of contact on the customer's building or structure at which
the service drop is attached.
29. "Rate Schedule Classification" - the classification of the customer's electric service for rate
application as determined by the class of service, the amount of electric power supplied and the
purpose for which the electric service is to be used.
30. "Service" - the conductors and equipment for delivering energy from the Company's line to the
wiring system of the premises served.
A. "Service drop" - that portion of the overhead conductors between the Company's
distribution line and the first point of attachment on the customer's facilities.
B. "Service lateral" - a system of underground conductors and equipment for delivering
electricity from the Company's distribution system to the wiring system of a building or
premises.
C. "Service entrance" - that part of the wiring from the point of attachment or termination
of the service drop or service lateral to and including the service equipment on the
customer's premises.
D. "Service equipment" - the necessary disconnecting and protective equipment, usually
consisting of a circuit breaker or a switch and fuses and their accessories, owned by the
customer, located near the point where the service entrance conductors enter a building
and intended to constitute the main control and means of cutoff for the supply to that
building.
31. "Service connection" - one service drop or service lateral and its associated service entrance.
32. "Service entrance conductors" - the supply conductors, which extend from the point of
attachment or termination of the service drop or service lateral to the service equipment on the
premises being served.
33. "Service Entrance Equipment" - the service entrance conductors, raceway and fittings or service
entrance cable and fittings which are installed on the customer's premises to connect the electric
service to the wiring inside the building.
34. "Service Raceway" - the conduit containing the service entrance conductors.
35. "Shall" - mandatory in nature.
36. "Temporary or seasonal service" - may be furnished under the appropriate General Service Rate
Schedule to any Customer. Temporary service shall include all construction services and other
services having a life expectancy of one year or less. Payment is required in advance for the full cost
of erecting and removing all lines, transformers, and other service facilities necessary for the supply
of such service.
Section 2: General Information

General
201.
IT IS ALWAYS NECESSARY TO REFER TO AND COMPLY WITH STATUTES,

UTILITY COMMISSION RULES AND LOCAL ORDINANCES. THE
INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS GENERAL AND DOES NOT INCLUDE
EVERY DETAIL OR EVERY LAWFUL REQUIREMENT.
202.
This booklet is issued as a convenient general reference for customers, architects,

engineers and contractors planning or constructing buildings or installing, repairing or
renewing apparatus or equipment to be connected to the Company's distribution system.
203.
These practices are subject to additions and changes at any time as developments and
progress in the electrical industry may require. A copy of subsequent approved changes
will be furnished each holder of this manual upon request.
204.
The information herein is supplementary to the National Electrical Code and the National
Electrical Safety Code, as approved by the American National Standards Institute, and
such state and municipal laws and ordinances as may be in force within cities, towns or
communities in which the Company furnishes electric service. Should a conflict exist, the
authority having jurisdiction will govern.
205.
The Company is desirous of serving its customers promptly and satisfactorily. It will
endeavor to cooperate with contractors and customers to the fullest extent in completing
service connections with as little delay and inconvenience as possible and will gladly
give special attention to any particularly difficult situation confronting a customer.
206.
The Company will be willing to confer, upon request, with those desiring information
concerning rates, services, etc.
207.
It is realized that the same or similar statements are repeated at various places in this
booklet, but is intentional for emphasis and also because reference may be made to only a
certain section for specific information and thus important factors may be overlooked if
they are not repeated.
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Availability and Classification of Service

208.
The Company's nominal secondary service voltages are 120 volts single phase, 120/240
volts, 3 wire single phase, 240 volts 3 phase 3 wire, 120/240 3 phase 4 wire, 120/208 3
phase 4 wire, 277/480 volts 3 phase 4 wire. Service voltages higher than 480 volts are
available only by negotiation with the company. The size and type of the customers load
must warrant such an installation. It is unusual for the Company to have more than one of
these voltages available at any one location, and it must not be assumed that any
particular voltage is available at any particular location. All of the above voltages are
supplied at approximately 60 hertz. The customer must ascertain from the Company with
absolute certainty, well in advance of the date actual service connection is required,
whether or not the type of service required is available in the particular locality in
question. If required service is available, its exact character must be determined; that is,
the voltage, phase, etc. THESE CHARACTERISTICS MAY VARY IN DIFFERENT
LOCALITIES. The Company will supply this information, and it is advisable to obtain it
in writing so as to avoid possible misunderstandings. Do not rely on the representations
of unauthorized parties. It is desirable to know the names of the Company representatives
you deal with.
209.
The information contained in this booklet refers primarily to service requirements at the
usual secondary distribution voltages for light and power installations. Service
requirements for installations requiring higher voltages are subject to special negotiation
between the customer and the Company.
210.
The Company will, if requested, advise and assist its present or prospective customers
relative to problems associated with electrical equipment and facilities and particularly in
the application of motors to the loads that are to be served.
Line Extensions
211.
In order to avoid delay, persons desiring service are advised to inquire of the Company as
to what type service may be provided, and to make necessary arrangements prior to
beginning wiring installation.
212.
Developers of subdivisions or other real estate projects are urged to consult with the
Company as soon as preliminary plans are made, in order that the electric line extensions
may be developed for the best possible arrangement, and right-of-way obtained before
any lots are sold. The company can often suggest minor changes in lot lines, so that
poles, guy wires, pad-mount transformers, switchgear, etc. might be avoided in
undesirable locations. The Company is able to offer Underground Distribution in certain
areas and details must be worked out in advance with the Customer Service Engineering
Department or the District Manager of the Company. (See Section 4.)
Temporary Service/Saw Service

213.
When temporary service is desired, the prospective customer will make arrangements for
it directly with the Company at his local office, well in advance of the required service
date. Prospective customers will contact the Company to have the service location
spotted before construction is started. The Company reserves the right to refuse to
connect a service without modification if a spot has not been requested.
214.
Temporary installations requiring special service, meter or other work for construction
purposes, exhibits of short duration etc., are made at the expense of the customer, with
charges according to the material and work required for installing and removing. In all
such cases, an advance payment sufficient to cover the estimated construction expense
and energy used may be required. In those areas where Underground Distribution is to be
established, special conditions relative to the establishment of temporary service will
arise and must be worked out with the Customer Service Engineering Department or
District Manager of the Company.
215.
These services are usually overhead for construction purposes. They must be given
special consideration since they are not of a permanent nature. In residential or
commercial areas where underground distribution exists or is planned, special
construction techniques are required. The following are the general steps to be taken by
the customer in acquiring temporary or saw service.
STEP 1. Applicant shall provide and erect a "Temporary Service Assembly" in
accordance with the drawings, depending on whether the temporary service is in the
underground or overhead area. The "Overhead Assembly" shall be installed at the job site
not more than 125 feet from and facing the Company's nearest pole carrying suitable
secondary wires. The "Underground Assembly" shall be installed as specified. The
customer shall obtain a release from the local inspecting authority, if required, for each
"Temporary Service Assembly."
STEP 2. The customer shall make application for service at the Company's nearest
Customer Service office paying the required connection charge and/or service deposit.
(This must be done at least three days before the date service is required.)
EXCEPTIONS TO STEPS 1 & 2

In cases where the Company's facilities are not within 125 feet or applicant is unable to
determine whether or not the Company's facilities are suitable, then he should call the
Company's office and request that an investigation be made as to the availability of
temporary service. The investigator will advise the applicant if the service is readily
available and where to install the "Temporary Service Assembly". In the event that the
service is not readily available, a longer time may be required in order to make the
necessary line extensions. Once the customer has satisfied the requirements of Step 1, he
should proceed with Step 2.
Step 3. The Company's service crews will come to the job site and make the connections
if the "Assembly" is properly located and erected. If the "Assembly" is improperly
installed, the applicant will be notified what corrections are necessary, and Step 4 will
then become applicable.
Step 4. Applicant shall have the necessary corrections made then notify the Company's
nearest Customer Service office that the "Temporary Assembly" is ready for the
establishment of service. An additional connection charge for the service crew's second
call will be made. This step, including the additional connection charge, will be repeated
for each trip the service crew makes and is unable to complete the connection if due to
improper location or installation of the "Temporary Service Assembly".
NOTE:
Each change of location of the "Temporary Service Assembly" shall

be considered a new application for service and shall be governed by
the rules above.
NOTE:
If providing temporary service requires the Company to install

transformers and other facilities which must be removed when
temporary service is no longer required, then the customer may be
required to pay the cost of installing and removing the Company's
temporary facilities.
The customer must provide a suitable support for the service drop wires, meter and
216.
weatherproof housing for the service equipment. Service entrance wiring and equipment
will be supplied and installed by the customer and at the location designated by the
Company's representative. The temporary installation must meet the above criteria and be
able to suppmt the weight of a ladder with a person on it.
Manufactured (Mobile Home) Service

217.
Owners of permanent or transient parking facilities should consult with the Customer Service
Engineering Depattment or District Manager of the Company to find out how service will be
provided. All installations shall be in accordance with the latest approved National Electrical
Code, Article 550, and latest SCE&G requirements. An electric meter can be attached to a
manufactured (mobile) home if the conditions below are met.
Local code inspector approves service
SCE&G requirements are met; see drawing MTR-D, sheets 1-4.
Letter from home manufacturer ce1iifying the manufactured home meets

requirements for attaching service equipment.
SCE&G has the right to reject any service found to be unsafe. Services could be declared
unsafe due to electrical or structural issues. Structural issues occur most often on
overhead installations - the installation not providing adequate suppmi for the tension of
the service conductors. The customer assumes all responsibility for damages resulting
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Corporation 2013
Section 2: Generallnfonnation
from attachment of service to a manufactured (mobile) home. Customer will be

responsible for cost of lift pole if required to reduce tension of service conductor.
Number of Services and Meters

218.
The Company will install only one set of service conductors (one voltage) to a building
or structure. If one customer occupies the building, only one watt-hour meter will be
installed. If occupied by several different families or businesses each one will become a
customer of the Company, and a meter for his service must be installed.
219.
In multiple occupancy buildings each customer's service entrance conductors shall be in a

separate raceway or cable, unless the meters for all customers are located at a common
point accessible at all times to the Company employees. In this case, that portion of the
service entrance between the weather head and the meters is common to all customers.
Each customer's main switch or other service equipment must be in his own portion of
the building or in a publicly accessible place.
Application for Service

220.
The Company will receive application in person or by telephone for original or additional
service at any local office. Full information concerning such application will be
furnished. A security deposit may be required.
221.
Customers or prospective customers should advise the Company of contemplated

installations as early as possible in order that details for furnishing service may be
worked out and necessary materials obtained. This will prevent delay so that service may
be established at the desired time.
222.
It is necessary that applications show street numbers, lot and block number or other
means of locating the customer's premises and a corresponding identification system be
visibly installed at the customer's premises to aid the Company in finding the proper
location.
Alterations and Additions

223.
When the Company connects a customer's facilities to its supply lines, arrangements are
made for meters, transformers and other equipment to match the installation as it is at that
time. It is essential that the customer or contractor give notice to the Company of any
large additions in load. It is desirable for them to consult with the Company before
adding such loads so that the Company's equipment of the proper size will be provided. If
the customer wishes to make any alterations in his service or desires the relocation of any
Company equipment or facilities at any time following the establishment of his service,
the customer must notify the Company, obtain its approval and bear the entire cost of
such changes.
Use of Service by Customer

224.
To safeguard both the property of the customer and that of the Company, the customer is
cautioned against over sizing either the main fuses or those of branch circuits by
installing fuses or circuit breakers larger than approved by the National Electrical Code.
225.
The customer's wiring and equipment are to be maintained by him in the condition
required by the insurance and governmental authorities having jurisdiction. The customer
will use the equipment and service in such a manner as not to disturb the Company's
service to other customers.
226.
For reliable, quality service it is necessary that the wiring on all single phase three wire
installations be balanced so that the current will be, as nearly as possible, the same in
each load wire with the neutral wire carrying a minimum of current. In installations,
especially of a commercial type, where the single phase load is the majority factor it is
recommended that careful consideration be given to the use of four wire WYE service, if
available. Complete details of the advantages of this type of service where applicable, can
be obtained from the Company.
227.
It is also necessary, for good service, that the customer must take action to properly
balance the load on each phase of all three-phase circuits.
Interruption of Service and Liability

228.
The Company will endeavor to furnish continuous service but does not guarantee
uninterrupted service; is not liable for any damage which the customer may sustain by
reason of the loss of energy, or the loss of one or more phases; nor is the Company liable
for any damage due to reversal of phases; unless such reversal occurs as a result of
Company work; nor is the Company liable for damage that may be incurred by the use of
any service wiring, connections, instruments, services or electrical appliances installed by
or for the customer; nor is the Company liable for damages that may be incurred due to
the presence of the Company's property on the customer's premises. If the customer
requires three-phase service, the installation and maintenance of adequate relays and
circuit breakers to protect against single-phase conditions, and phase reversal is advisable
and the installation and maintenance is the responsibility of the customer. Further, the
Company strongly recommends that ALL MOTORS (INCLUDING SINGLE PHASE)
BE PROVIDED OVERLOAD PROTECTIVE DEVICES
Grounding
229.
Ground wires and ground rods installed in accordance with the requirements and
specifications of the latest approved edition of the National Electrical Code, or in
accordance with the requirements of local authorities or other inspection agencies having
jurisdiction are minimum requirements for service entrance installations.
230.
Minimum code grounding requirements are based on national average conditions. Our
service area experiences a higher than average level of lightning activity and the
customers equipment is subject to more probability of damage from this cause. Although
there is no known positive protection from the higher magnitude lightning surges, the
best grounding possible, within economic reason, as close to the equipment as possible is
the best protection.
231.
An approved ground system and ground electrode system as specified in the latest
approved edition of the National Electrical Code shall be supplemented by requirements
of the Company and other authorities having jurisdiction. The Company requires the
customer to install a 5/8" by eight foot solid ground rod or 3/4" by eight foot galvanized
iron pipe as a grounding electrode with a grounding electrode conductor from the ground
rod to the ground connection in the meter base. The Company requires that the ground
electrode system be electrically bonded to other systems used as grounding electrode
systems such as house water system, underground piping system well casing, etc. The
Company only accepts copper grounding conductors in the meter bases. The Company
suggests that contractors advise customers of these requirements in order that they know
their importance.
232.
The Company cannot allow the installation of foreign grounding conductors within its
pad-mounted switchgear and transformers or the attachment of foreign grounding
conductors to its grounds.
Final Connections
233.
THE COMPANY WILL MAKE ALL FINAL CONNECTIONS BETWEEN THE

COMPANYS MAINS AND THE CUSTOMERS WIRING AND IT WILL NOT
PERMIT UNAUTHORIZED CONNECTIONS.
Inspections
234.
The wiring and appliances of the customer should be installed and maintained in
accordance with and should conform to the requirements of the latest approved editions
of the National Electrical Code and to such state, county and municipal inspection
requirements as may be in force at the time installation is made.
235.
Where law requires inspection, the customer must have the wiring inspected and
approved by an authorized electrical inspector and have the installation released for
connection before the Company can make connection to its system. The Company is
prohibited by law from making service connections until a favorable release is received.
236.
In those areas served by the Company where an authorized electrical inspector's final
report is not mandatory by law, the Company shall have the right, but shall not be
obligated, to inspect any installation on the customer's premises before electrical energy
is supplied or at any later time, and reserves the right to reject any wiring or appliance not
installed in accordance with the Company's standard requirements. Such inspection, or
failure to inspect, or to reject, shall not render the Company liable or responsible for any
loss or damage resulting from defects in the installation, wiring, or appliances or from
violation of the Company's rules, or from accidents which may occur upon the premises
of consumer directly or indirectly as the result of the connection of the electrical source.
In case of disagreement, the Company reserves the right to have such an inspection made
at its expense by a certified electrical inspector and favorable report rendered by him
before electrical service will be established.
237.
CUSTOMERS SHOULD BEAR IN MIND THAT THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ARE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND
SHOULD NOT OVERLOOK THE PROBABILITY THAT IN THE FUTURE THEY
WILL HAVE NEW OR ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT FOR WHICH MINIMUM
WIRING WILL BE INADEQUATE. SEE SECTION 6.
Meter Tampering, Seals and Fraudulent Use

238.
After the customer has applied for and/or received service from the electrical utility, he
shall make every reasonable effort to prevent tampering with the meter and service
drop/service lateral serving his premises. A customer shall notify the Company as soon as
possible, of any tampering with, damage to, or removal of any equipment.
TAMPERING WITH METERS OR WITH CONDUCTORS CARRYING
UNMETERED CURRENT AND UNAUTHORIZED BREAKING OF UTILITY'S
SEALS IS PROHIBITED BY LAW AND WILL NOT BE TOLERATED BY THE
COMPANY. THE COMPANY MAY DISCONTINUE SERVICE IF THE METER,
CONDUCTORS OR SEALS HAVE BEEN TAMPERED WITH.
239.
Any form of meter tampering and/or fraudulent use may be cause to take one or more of
the following actions against the customer:
Terminate the service.
Charge the customer for unauthorized energy use.
Charge the customer for damage to SCE&G equipment.
Prosecute the customer for violation of state law.
240.
SOUTH CAROLINA STATE LAW PROVIDES FOR FINES OF UP TO $10,000

AND/OR IMPRISONMENT UP TO 10 YEARS FOR METERING TAMPERING OR
FRAUDULENT USE OF ELECTRICITY.
Section 3: Overhead Service

General
301.
An "Overhead Service" is the complete wiring system from the Company's overhead
distribution lines to a building including the customer's service entrance wiring and
service equipment. The "service conductor" is the overhead conductors from the
Company's distribution lines to the building. The "service entrance conductors" are those
conductors installed by and at the expense of the customer between the point of
attachment of the "service conductors" to the customer's building and the customer's
"service equipment" within or on the building.
302.
If, in order to comply with requirements of governmental agencies, it becomes necessary

for the Company to make changes in the location of its equipment or to change the
character of its service, the customer will, at his expense, make such changes in his
wiring, service entrance and utilization equipment as are necessary.
Service Conductors Attachment Point

303.
In order to avoid errors, the customer, architect, or contractor must obtain from the
Company the location of the point of attachment on the building of the Company's
service conductors. Upon inquiry by the customer, the Company will as far as practicable
designate a location for service conductors and their point of attachment to the building
that is mutually acceptable. The Company will assume no responsibility to change the
location of its service conductor attachments if an improper location is chosen without
consultation with the Company or if the mutually accepted location is not utilized. If in
the opinion of the Company there is a reasonable appropriate location on a building
where the Company's service conductors can be attached by running them from an
existing pole, and the customer wants another pole set for his convenience or desire, the
customer shall pay the cost thereof and such extra facilities will become the property of
the Company
Service Entrance General

304.
The point of attachment should not be more than 30 feet above ground unless a greater
height is required to obtain the proper clearance. WHERE THE DESIGN OF THE
BUILDING WILL NOT PERMIT THE ABOVE-MENTIONED CLEARANCES,
SOME TYPE OF SERVICE STRUCTURE SATISFACTORY TO THE COMPANY
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MUST BE PROVIDED BY THE CUSTOMER TO OBTAIN THESE CLEARANCES.

Pictures showing suggested methods for providing required clearances are included in the
appendix. In all cases the above clearances must be in compliance with the latest
approved National Electrical Safety Code and municipality restrictions. The contractor
shall obtain clearance requirements from the Company.
305.
The point selected for the attachment of the overhead service conductors shall be located
so that it is not necessary to install more than one set of wire attachments on the
customer's building. The attachment point shall not be closer than three feet to the side of
any window, awning, porch, fire escape or other parts of the building, which are readily
accessible to persons. The point of the attachment should not be located above uncovered
porches, platforms, oil tanks or other elevated projections unless a clearance of 10 feet
above such projections is maintained (for voltages of not more than 150 volts to ground).
In all cases, clearances shall comply with latest approved edition of the National
Electrical Safety Code.
306.
Safe and adequate anchoring structures for the Company's service conductors are
required of the customer, and in no case will the Company be responsible for the
condition of any customer's building or structure to which service wires are attached or
have been attached. Where mast services are required for attaching service conductors,
rigid galvanized iron conduit must be used and fastened with a minimum of two - two
hole straps attached with toggle bolts. Couplings are not allowed above the top strap.
(Other types of conduit are not acceptable).
307.
The Company will furnish and the customer will install service drop attachment fittings
on all buildings requiring overhead service. The point of attachment shall be suitable to
hold the strain of the attachment secondary conductors. Where anchor bolts are required
they shall be 5/8 inch galvanized. These bolts must be installed in a structural member of
the building. A washer not less than 1/8 inch thick and two inches square must be
installed under the head of each bolt. The threaded portions of the bolts are to project at
least two inches beyond the outer surface of the building wall. Secondary conductors to
be a maximum 125' in length. Service attachment points shall be able to support 1,000
pounds of tension.

308.
The service entrance conductors may consist of continuous lengths of multi-conductor

cable approved for the purpose or of individual conductors installed in an approved
raceway. It is permissible to use an un-insulated neutral wire in conduit provided that the
un-insulated conductor and raceway metals are compatible, or service entrance cable
provided with an un-insulated neutral wire in conduit, or service entrance cable provided
with an un-insulated neutral conductor. The use of service entrance cable is prohibited in
certain areas by local authorities and contractors should determine prior to making such
installations, if service entrance cable is approved for use. SERVICE ENTRANCE
CABLE (IF APPROVED FOR USE) AND CONDUITS SHALL NOT BE
CONCEALED BETWEEN THE WEATHERHEAD AND THE METER.
309.
In order to prevent moisture from entering the raceway of service entrance conductors or
service cables, it is advisable to terminate them on an outside building wall at a point
approximately six inches above the point of attachment of the highest service conductor
so that the individual service entrance conductors will extend downward to the points
where connections are made to the service conductors. These features make advisable the
use of an approved fitting (weather head) at the outer end of the service conductors,
which permits the conductors to extend downward only. When it is impossible to locate
the termination of service entrance conductors or service cable above the point of
attachments of the service conductors, a drip loop must be formed with the service
entrance conductors as they are connected to the service conductors. For complete details
see latest approved edition of National Electrical Code.
310.
The location of the service entrance weather head shall be close enough to the point of
attachment of the overhead service conductors so that wires extending out of the weather
head can be connected to the overhead service conductors without splicing. The side
clearances shall be the same as those required for the overhead service conductors.
311.
Each conductor of the service entrance shall extend no less than two feet beyond the
weather head for wires smaller than 1/0 and not less than three feet for wires of number
1/0 and larger to provide sufficient length for connection to the overhead service
conductors. Where drip loops are required these conductors shall be further extended
sufficiently to permit the bottom of the loops to project at least eight inches below the
weather head.
312.
To protect the service entrance conductors and prevent the entrance of moisture, all
conduit and fittings used in the service entrance raceway are to be made rain-tight. Also,
rain-tight fittings shall be used on service entrance cable at all points of connection
between cable and meter sockets or other outdoor service equipment.
313.
Where conduit is used, fittings with removable covers in the service conduit ahead of the
meter are prohibited except in very special cases and then only with prior approval of the
Company. If they are permitted, they cannot be concealed and approved lockable or
sealable cover types must be used.
314.
In general, where no accessible common meter location is available for buildings, such as
duplex houses, apartment buildings, etc., separate sets of service entrance conductors
must be brought out to a common point on the building wall to be connected to a single
service drop.
315.
Wires carrying metered energy are not to be located in the same raceway with wires
carrying un-metered energy, except where used for meter loops only.
316.
All service entrance conductors must be of sufficient size to conform to the rated
ampacity of the service entrance equipment and also of sufficient size to provide for
reasonable future load increases.
317.
Refer to the latest edition of the NEC to determine the correct service entrance size and
allowable number of conductors in conduit. The Company strongly recommends that
service entrance conductors smaller than #2 copper or #1 aluminum not be used. Further,
the Company recommends that all single-phase service be a minimum of three wire 100
amperes.
318.
It is required that the neutral conductor of the service entrance wiring be plainly
identified. Bare or substantially white insulated wires are sufficient identification. It is
further required that on a 4 wire three phase Delta service the conductor having the
highest voltage to ground (high-leg) be connected to the center position (B phase) of the
customer's main line switch and to the line and load terminals on the right hand side of
the meter socket (Note: Prior to 1975 the NEC did not specify the location of the "highleg"; therefore, the customer should take all necessary precautions to properly identify the
"high-leg by marking its location orange.") This conductor is to be identified at all
connection points including weather head, meter socket, and main switch.
Section 4: Underground Service

General
401.
The Companys standard method of service is overhead. Underground service is available

to individual customers as well as developments provided certain required conditions are
satisfied. WHENEVER UNDERGROUND SERVICE IS DESIRED, THE CUSTOMER
MUST CONTACT THE COMPANY REPRESENTATIVE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
For commercial underground services see the SCE&G Electrical Underground
Distribution Commercial Booklet.
For residential underground services in underground subdivisions see the SCE&G
Underground Residential Electrical Service For New Developments Booklet.
402.
For all underground services the Company, as far as practicable, will designate a location
for the service point to the building or in some cases a service point remote from the
building to which the customer must bring his service conductors. The Company will
assume no responsibility for changing the location of the service conductor if an
improper location is chosen without consultation with the Company or if the previously
designated location is not utilized.
403.
If, in order to comply with requirements of governmental agencies, it becomes necessary

for the Company to make changes in the location of its equipment or to change the
character of its service, the customer will, at his expense, make such changes in his
wiring, service entrance and utilization equipment as are necessary.

404.
In general where no accessible common meter location is available for buildings such as
duplex houses, apartment buildings, etc. separate sets of service entrance conductors must
be brought out to a common point on the building wall to be connected to a single service
lateral.
405.
Wires carrying metered energy are not to be located in the same raceway with wires
carrying un-metered energy, except where used for meter loops only.
406.
All service entrance conductors must be of sufficient size to conform to the rated
ampacity of the service entrance equipment and also of sufficient size to provide for
reasonable future load increases.
407.
It is required that the neutral conductor of the service entrance wires be plainly identified.
Bare or substantially white insulated wires are sufficient identification.
Section 4: Underground Service 18
Underground Service in Overhead Districts

408.
SCE&G supplies standard overhead service to the customer. When underground service is
desired, customers should contact the local SCE&G office and obtain information as to
what type of service is available or can be supplied.
For commercial underground services see the SCE&G Electrical Underground
Distribution Commercial Booklet.
For residential underground services in underground subdivisions see the SCE&G
Underground Residential Electrical Service For New Developments Booklet.
409.
The following rules apply for residential underground services fed from overhead supply
hereafter referred to as hybrid services.
a. Customer should contact local SCE&G office and obtain information as to
whether a new hybrid service or conversion from overhead service to hybrid
service is available. This is determined on a case-by-case basis due to
differing field conditions.
b. If SCE&G determines location is suitable for a hybrid service, the customer
is responsible for all costs associated with installation of or conversion to
a hybrid service. This would include installing the below grade conduit, the
riser conduit on the pole, and the meter socket or conversion of the meter
socket to accept underground service.
c. For new hybrid services - The customer will pay in advance the difference
between the estimated cost of the hybrid and the estimated cost of a new
overhead service of the same current carrying capacity.
d. For conversion from overhead to hybrid The customer will pay for the cost
of removing the overhead service as well as the difference in the estimated
cost of the hybrid service and a new overhead service of the same current
carrying capacity.
410.
The customer must have further special permission to install a meter on the Company's
pole and if at any time it becomes necessary for the Company to change the location of a
pole upon which an underground service terminates, the necessary changes in the service
will be made at the customers expense.
411.
Recommendations for the installation of underground services are shown on drawings in

the appendix.
Underground Services from Underground Distribution

412.
As previously explained, the details of service from underground distribution are more
fully explained in the Company's Residential and Commercial Underground Booklets.
These booklets specifically and individually provide details for single-family dwellings,
apartments, condominiums, mobile homes, and commercial customers.
Underground Services in Underground Network Area

413.
In certain prescribed districts or streets where the Company maintains an underground

network system, underground services will be installed. Metering could be self-contained
or instrument rated, see sections 527, 528, 543, and 544 to determine type metering. Note
Please confirm the type of metering equipment required with Company Meter
Department for each job. Technological advances result in constant changes for metering
equipment. Customers should request short circuit current values from the Company prior
to proceeding with plans for underground service.
414.
Locating metering equipment in underground network areas is handled on a case-by-case

basis due to the unique nature of these situations. Please contact Company Meter
Department to determine proper location and application of metering equipment
.
415.
416.
In some cases it is impossible for the Company to determine in advance the exact
location at which service entrance conductors will enter a building on account of possible
interference from obstacles in the street. Because of this uncertainty, the installation of
the customer's service entrance equipment should not be made until after the Company
has completed the layout of the service entrance raceway into the building, or until
definite arrangements have been made with the Company.
The use of properly rated standard service equipment is required for all underground
service installations. Due to the difficulty involved in later increasing the size of
underground installations to provide for increased loads, it is especially important that
they be made large enough for the expected future increase in load. This is particularly
advisable with respect to underground raceways. Service entrance equipment shall not be
installed in any location that is likely to become obstructed or inaccessible, and should be
installed in location, which will not be used for any other purposes. Conductors shall be
in accordance with code requirements for this type of application. Meter installations and
the preparation for them shall be in accordance with the type of service required as shown
in Section 5 of this manual.
Section 5: Meter Installations

General Requirements
501.
Many types of metering installations are required to adequately register the sale of
electricity to customers. Factors such as voltage, load, rates, phase connectors, and
location are involved. THE COMPANY MUST, THEREFORE, RESERVE FOR
ITSELF THE ENTIRE DECISION AS TO HOW, WHERE, AND WHAT TYPE OF
EQUIPMENT IS TO BE INSTALLED. The Company will, as far as practicable,
cooperate with contractors and customers as to the location and feasibility of installations
in accordance with the desires of the customer.
502.
Some types of installations are so familiar to contractors that customers may depend on
them to make installations which meet Company requirements without consultation with
the Company, but if this is done it in no way obligates the Company to relinquish any of
the decisions reserved for itself in these specifications.
503.
On all new or existing installations that are to be rearranged in any way that affects the
customer's service entrance equipment, standard meter socket and/or connection boxes
shall be installed. In general, all meters and metering equipment at secondary voltages
must be installed on the source side of customer's service entrance equipment, unless
otherwise instructed by the Company or the Company gives permission.
504.
In Section 9 there are drawings and pictures that may be used as a guide for the
installation of typical jobs, after proper consultation with, and approval of the Company.
All of the rules in the text of this section, however, are to be considered as supplementing
them and considered a part thereof.
505.
THE COMPANY REQUESTS THAT ELECTRICIANS AND ELECTRICAL

CONTRACTORS PLACE A STICKER WITH THEIR NAMES, ADDRESSES, AND
TELEPHONE NUMBERS ON EACH INSTALLATION, PREFERABLY ON THE
SERVICE EQUIPMENT CABINET. THIS WILL FACILITATE COOPERATION
BETWEEN THE COMPANY, CUSTOMER AND CONTRACTOR.
506.
A guide listing the most common items involved in metering is shown in the following
table. This table also shows who is responsible for furnishing, installing and maintaining
the equipment. The Company reserves the right to determine appropriate metering
method for each installation. Contact the Company to determine metering method
before ordering any equipment. Contact SCE&G Meter Department for any nonstandard applications aid to construction may be required.
Section 5: Meter Installations 21
Metering Equipment Guide

SERVICE TYPE
CUST. MAIN
TX KVA
120/208V 4W WYE
0 - 200 amps
120/208V 4W WYE
MAX WIRE SIZE
Socket, Form 16S
7 jaw socket
Customer
201 - 600 amps
OH
Bolt-In, Form 17K
K-7T bolt-in
Customer
120/208V 4W WYE
201 - 600 amps
UG
Bolt-In, Form 17K
K-7SW bolt-in
Customer
120/208V 4W WYE
601+ amps
OH
2 ea. 600MCM, or 3 ea. 350MCM
Bolt-In, Form 17K
K-7T bolt-in
SCE&G
120/208V 4W WYE
601+ amps
Bolt-In, Form 17K
K-7SW bolt-in
SCE&G
601+ amps
CT Meter, Form 9S
A-Base
SCE&G
120/208V V-phase (ntrk)
0 - 200 amps
Form 12S
5 jaw socket
Customer
201 - 600 amps
Bolt-In, Form 12K
K-5T bolt-in
Customer
601+ amps
Bolt-In, Form 12K
K-5T bolt-in
SCE&G
601+ amps
< 100
KVA
> 100
KVA
CT Meter, Form 5S
A-Base
SCE&G
120/240V 3W 1PH
0 - 200 amps
Form 2S
4 jaw socket
Customer
120/240V 3W 1PH
201 - 600 amps
Form 2K
K-4UT bolt-in
Customer
120/240V 3W 1PH
601+ amps
Form 2K
K-4UT bolt-in
SCE&G
120/240V 3W 1PH
601+ amps
< 100
KVA
> 100
KVA
CT Meter, Form 5S
A-Base
SCE&G
120/240V 4W Delta
0 - 200 amps
UG
OH or
UG
OH or
UG
OH or
UG
OH or
UG
OH or
UG
OH or
UG
OH or
UG
OH or
UG
OH or
UG
OH or
UG
120/208V 4W WYE
< 150
KVA
< 150
KVA
> 150
KVA
Form 16S
7 jaw socket
Customer
120/240V 4W Delta
201 - 600 amps
OH
Bolt-In, Form 17K
K-7T bolt-in
Customer
120/240V 4W Delta
201 - 600 amps
UG
Bolt-In, Form 17K
K-7SW bolt-in
Customer
120/240V 4W Delta
601+ amps
OH
Bolt-In, Form 17K
K-7T bolt-in
SCE&G
120/240V 4W Delta
601+ amps
Bolt-In, Form 17K
K-7SW bolt-in
SCE&G
601+ amps
CT Meter, Form 9S
0 - 225 amps
A-Base
Integrated
discon.
SCE&G
277/480V 4W WYE
277/480V 4W WYE
225+ amps
UG
OH or
UG
OH or
UG
OH or
UG
120/240V 4W Delta
< 150
KVA
< 150
KVA
> 150
KVA
< 150
KVA
> 150
KVA
A-Base
SCE&G
1 ea. 350MCM
METER TYPE
Form 16S
CT Meter, Form 9S
Metering Selection Guide.xls (2012)
MTR SOCKET
SOCKET
BY
FEED
OH or
UG
SCE&G
Meter Location General

507.
The preferred location for meters is outdoors. This is a definite requirement for all
residences and small commercial buildings. (See paragraph 522 on Grouped
Installations). When any customer, falling in the above category who has his meter
installation indoors, makes any change involving his service entrance equipment or meter
installation, he must make the necessary revision in his wiring to provide for the meter to
be moved outdoors.
508.
Meters for large commercial customers or others in congested areas may be indoors or
outdoors as specified by the Company.
509.
If, after the Company's portion of the work involved in a meter installation is completed,
the customer desires the meter to be relocated for his convenience and the Company
approves the relocation, the customer will bear all costs involved.
Meters Located Outdoors

510.
If meters are installed outdoors they shall be located in places readily accessible to
authorized Company representatives for installation, maintenance, reading, or removal.
511.
Meters shall not have any type structure, plant or other encumbrance within a three-foot
radius of the meter face. Meters shall not be installed where the Company's meter readers
or service people may inadvertently damage flower beds or shrubbery or where it will be
necessary for them to climb over fences or other obstructions to read or service the
meters, or in locations where they may be accidentally damaged such as on buildings
where they will extend unguarded into stairways, alleys, or driveways. They shall not be
installed on walls or in areas subject to severe vibration, nor on porches, carports,
breezeways, or any location likely to be enclosed in the future. They shall not be
installed over or under fuel oil drums, nor close enough to such drums as to prohibit free
access to the meters. They shall not be installed under roof valleys of buildings with
eaves less than 12 inches in width. Meters must be installed on the building where there
is sufficient structural integrity to provide a mounting for the metering equipment. The
customer may be required to provide additional structural integrity if deemed necessary
by the Company.
Meters Located Indoors

512.
The Company will not install meters indoors except in unusual circumstances. In the
event no outdoor location is feasible the details for the location of the meter indoors must
be worked out with the Company.
513.
Each meter located in an individual area in multiple occupancy buildings must be served
by a separate set of conductors in a separate raceway from the point on the outside of the
building where the service drop is attached. Meters located in a common area serving two
or more occupants of the same building may be served by a single set of service entrance
conductors.
514.
Meters should preferably by located on the first floor of multi-story buildings, but may be
located in basements or other floors provided all other requirements of these rules and the
rules for mounting and group installations are met. Meters shall be located in basements
only when the ceilings are normal room height and it is provided with a regular stairway,
which is open or closed with a standard doorway.
515.
Meters shall not have any type structure, plant or other encumbrance within a three-foot
radius of the meter face. Meters must be located in areas where they will be readily
accessible to Company personnel for installation, maintenance, reading, testing,
inspection or removal.
516.
Meters must not be located in areas enclosed by trap doors or panels, or on lattices or in
coal or wood bins, in sheds, attics, bedrooms, bathrooms, toilet rooms, restaurant
kitchens, stairways, ventilating or elevator shafts. They must not be located in areas
where there is excessive vibration or dampness. They shall not be installed in furnace or
boiler rooms except by special permission of the Company. Meters must not be installed
near belts or other moving machinery that would endanger the safety of those doing work
near or on the meter. Meters should not be installed in any place where unnecessary
inconvenience will be caused to either the customer or the Company in the performance
of its regular duties on customer's premises.
517.
Rooms allocated for use of meters should not be used for any other purpose. At least
three feet of clear space must be maintained in front of meter installations
Mounting of Meters
518.
Outdoor meters shall be mounted so that the center of the meter shall be not more than 72
inches and not less than 54 inches (42 inches for ganged) above finished grade level.
Ganged meters installed in meter rooms shall be mounted so that the center of the meter
shall be not more than 72 inches and not less than 42 inches above floor level.
519.
It is necessary that the socket be carefully and rigidly mounted so that the plane of the
front of the socket will be vertical and so that the meters when mounted on the sockets
will be in a true vertical position. If the surface upon which a meter socket is to be
mounted is uneven, it may be necessary to install a board over a sizeable area in order to
provide a vertical plane on which to mount the socket.
520.
For fastening equipment and fittings to buildings with wood outside finish, use only
galvanized steel screws or screws made of non-corrosive material of adequate strength.
For brick, tile or other types of masonry buildings, use only expansion shields, lead
anchors or inserts equipped with galvanized steel machine screws.
521.
Some typical layouts are included in Section 9 of this booklet, but the company should
always be consulted for details on any particular job.
Grouped Meters
522.
Grouped installations at the Customer's option may be made by using "pre-bussed" multiposition units in which the service entrance conductors are connected in the wiring
compartment (see appendix). Grouped installations shall be ringless in design. In
selecting the appropriate method, the requirements of the local authority enforcing code
requirements must be considered.
523.
Grouped installations of meters are special situations generally requiring special methods
and equipment. Prior approval with the Company is required before any layouts are made
or equipment is specified for job.
524.
It is required that each meter socket in grouped installations be plainly and permanently
marked (on the inside of the meter socket and outside on the meter socket cover) to
indicate the area served by each. This rule applies whether meters are installed indoors or
outdoors, and whether or not the meters are ganged or individually served from a
common service entrance raceway.
An approved method of permanently stenciling the meter sockets with enamel paint for
proper identification in all installations is to be adhered to. Markings must not be made
on the meters themselves. Buildings with an appreciable number of apartments or other
occupancies are usually numbered or lettered. If so, such designation may be used, if not,
some other concise identification should be used such as:
"Corner store" "Second floor N.E. corner office"
"Middle store"
"Upstairs rear apartment"
"West end store" "Third floor east center apartment"
This rule also applies to duplex residences or single residences converted into two or
more apartments, or a combination of residence and/or stores or offices. When any
occupancy is so marked the customer desiring service in such space must provide this
information when applying for service.
Meter Wiring
525.
There are two basic types of meter wiring regardless of whether the installation is single
or three phase. One type is where the customer's service entrance conductors are
connected to the meter socket terminals, and is known as a self-contained metering
installation. With the other type the customer's service entrance conductors pass through
or are connected to instrument transformers, and only the secondary wires from the
instrument transformers are connected to the meter socket terminals. This is known as an
instrument transformer metering installation.
526.
When South Carolina Electric & Gas furnishes and installs underground service in
approved underground areas the Company will make connections on the line side of the
meter socket and the customer will make connections on the load side of the meter
socket.
527.
The majority of metering installations are self-contained. Instrument transformer

installations are required for larger loads and for 277/480 volt services greater than 200
amps. 277/480 volt 200 amp services will be self-contained. The Company will supply
the meter socket and the Customer will install the meter socket for these services. See
"Table of Metering Facilities" for the various sizes and types of installations on page 22.
528.
All new self-contained installations will be the ringless socket type. The customer will
furnish and install the meter socket, which must be UL approved and should be sized to
accommodate conductor sizes up to 600 amps. When required, a 200-600 ampere,
120/240 volt, self contained, single phase and polyphase meter is available. These are
used for 120/208 and 120/240 volt services.
529.
Meter sockets are also required for instrument transformer installations. Sockets for
instrument transformer meters will be mounted by the customer except on pole-mounted
installations.
530.
All wiring in connection with self-contained meter sockets is done by the customer's
electrician except in underground areas where the Company makes the line side
connections.
531.
Instrument transformer installations in indoor transformer cabinets (approved by the

Company) must be coordinated between the customer and the Company to complete the
installation. The through (or window) type instrument transformer is furnished by the
Company instead of the bar type, in which case the customer and the company must
cooperate in the installation to avoid cutting the service entrance conductors. All
secondary wiring from the instrument transformer to the meter location (approved by the
Company) is furnished and installed by the Company. The customer will furnish and
install a one inch EMT or galvanized iron conduit from the transformer cabinet to the
meter location. The conduit run installed by the customer shall be as short as possible and
not to exceed 50 feet in length. The Company requires that all meters be located outdoors
and the Company shall be consulted on all metering installations involving instrument
transformers. Meters located at other designated locations and/or indoors are only
allowed in unusual circumstances and must be worked out, in advance, with the
Company.
532.
In self-contained installations, no wiring except the service entrance conductors and

grounding conductors may pass through the meter socket. In indoor instrument
transformer installations, no wiring may pass through the instrument transformer cabinet
except the service entrance and grounding conductors. No wiring may pass through the
instrument transformer meter socket except that installed by the Company.
533.
All wiring troughs or raceways containing un-metered wires shall be of the sealable type.
534.
It is required that the high voltage leg and neutral of four wire delta service entrance
conductors be identified in each box, cabinet, switch or trough through which they pass.
They shall be identified at the entrance weather head. Neutral or grounding conductors of
any system must be readily identifiable. Gray or white wire is sufficient identification for
neutral conductor. Bare, green or green with yellow stripe is sufficient for grounding
conductor. Orange will be used to identify the "high leg".
535.
The line side high voltage leg of a delta system should always be attached to the top right
hand terminal in meter sockets. The load side high voltage leg of a delta system should be
connected to the bottom right terminal of meter socket.
536.
In instrument transformer installations where it is not practical to use through (window)

type transformers or instrument transformer cabinets, the transformers may be mounted
in a bus structure provided they are readily accessible to authorized Company
representatives for checking, testing, and replacement. However, before such installation
is made, the Company should be consulted regarding the location of the meter and
facilities required.
Freestanding Switchboards
537.
Where the customer's installation is of the switchboard type, and the Company desires it,
meters and metering devices of the switchboard type will be used and mounted on an
approved panel furnished by the consumer. This panel or panels will be reserved
exclusively for the metering equipment.
538.
The Company will supply necessary information to the customer for the fabrication of
switchgear in which instrument transformers are to be installed. The Company will install
all instrument transformers on location and complete secondary wiring.
539.
Freestanding panels provided for meter installations are to have at least three feet clear
space in the back and front from any permanently installed obstruction.
540.
All such installations shall be considered special and arrangements made with the
Company well in advance of the need.
Additional Notes on Metering Facilities

541.
Self-contained installations may be specified on loads not expected to be in excess of 600

ampere,277 volts or less. If the customer's service entrance equipment and conductors are
appreciably larger than the initial load, the self-contained equipment as specified in the
table may not apply. In this case, contact the Company for special instructions.
Commercial and industrial customers contact the Company for requirements on demand
meters.
Connection diagrams of self-contained and instrument types of metering installations are

shown inSection 9.
542.
Service at high voltages, above 480 volts, is subject to special negotiations between the
customer and the Company. Because the meter and service installation for such service
requires special engineering considerations, it is always essential to consult the Company
well in advance of the time such service will be required. This will allow necessary time
for the customer's and the Company's design and construction to be properly coordinated
and equipment obtained.
Section 6: Service Equipment

Location
601.
Customer service equipment locations are to be in accordance with the latest approved
edition of the National Electrical Code (local codes and other authorities having
jurisdiction) and should always be located in a readily accessible place as close as
practicable to the electrical load center and in a place not likely to become obstructed by
future alterations or cause inconvenience to the customers when it becomes necessary to
operate the equipment or renew fuses.
602.
Consideration should be given to the location of branch circuit protection devices on the
same floor served by the circuits. The use of such sub-distribution centers fed by suitable
feeder circuits will result in short branch circuits and improved service
Interrupting Capacity of Protecting Devices

603.
The Company will, upon request, supply necessary information concerning available
fault current to enable the customer to determine the required interrupting capacity of
protective devices which are to be installed at any definite location on the system. (This is
of particular importance in network areas, or where the size of the service is large.) While
the Company will endeavor where possible to anticipate system changes which may
affect these values, it does not assume responsibility or liability with respect to such
protective devices, nor does the Company guarantee their continuing adequacy against
increased fault current interrupting requirements resulting from system growth and
changes.
Single Phase Service Equipment

604.
The protective equipment installed, regardless of type, should be of such capacity as to

permit the full utilization of the capacity of the service entrance conductors installed at
the time of original installation and vice versa. This will tend to minimize expensive
reinstallation of service conductors or equipment as the load increases. Automatic circuit
breaker type service equipment is preferable in all cases and its use is strongly
recommended. It provides a means by which service may be readily restored immediately
and conveniently when interior trouble causes them to operate.
605.
Size of service entrance conductors and equipment shall have sufficient ampacity to carry
the load as determined by latest approved edition of the National Electrical Code.
Section 6: Service Equipment 29
606.
Service entrance conductors shall be without splice except at the meter enclosure where
an approved bolted connection for copper wire and approved compression connection for
aluminum is permitted.
607.
Unless otherwise required by local authority, a main disconnecting means is not required
for six circuits or less. If more than six circuits are needed, a main switch must be
provided, or the circuits grouped on sub-mains so that the total number of disconnect
mains to all circuits shall be six or less and located at the same place
Three Phase Service Equipment

608.
Although fuse type equipment is acceptable, automatic circuit breakers are preferred for
this class of service because of the convenience in immediately restoring service and the
automatic interruption of all three phases supplying power to the equipment when the
circuit protection operates.
609.
Three-phase service is usually required for industrial and large commercial customers
and requires special design considerations. The Company is available for consultation for
such services; however the customer should contact his architect, engineer or electrical
contractor as soon as possible.
610.
Special contractual arrangements for the installation of three-phase service in certain

areas may apply and advance permission must be obtained. See Section 8.
Section 6: Service Equipment 30
Section7: Transformer Vaults

and Underground Primary
Services
Vaults General
701.
This section is intended to cover only the major considerations of a highly specialized
type of service. This type of service is usually confined to serving one large customer of
commercial or industrial character and each installation will present individual problems,
which will have to be resolved by close coordination between the customer, his
representatives and the Company.
Customer service considerations often make it necessary to place transformers as near the
load as possible, sometimes in vaults constructed by the customer on his premises. This is
particularly true where the load is of considerable magnitude. The Company will furnish
the customer general guidelines and requirements for vaults, when requested. Customers,
architects and/or contractors will, therefore, please consult the Company in regard to the
necessity, location and requirements for such transformer vaults before construction is
started. The vault location plans and details must be approved by the Company prior to
construction.
702.
Transformer vaults shall contain only the supply transformers and associated equipment,
and UNDER NO CONDITIONS are any meters or customer's secondary fuses, switches,
or other customer's equipment to be installed therein. Secondary devices and meters,
however, should be installed as near the transformer vault as practicable.
703.
The National Electrical Code provides specific design limitations for transformer vaults
in buildings. Always consult appropriate inspection authorities concerned before planning
or building transformer vaults. Building regulations are not necessarily uniform.
Underground Primary Services

704.
Underground Primary Services are to be considered special in all cases and permission
for such installations shall be obtained from the Company in advance.
705.
Underground primary service will be provided only when overhead service is not
feasible, or when it is mutually advantageous to the Company and customer.
Section 7: Transformer Vaults and Underground Primary Services 31
706.
All customers desiring to receive energy at primary voltages, who will own their own
distribution facilities, or utilize service at primary voltages, and who desire underground
service shall furnish, install and maintain such service entrance facilities.
Customers Vault
707.
For customers who provide vaults or Company owned transformers that serve no other
customers and who receive service at secondary voltages (whether primary metered or
not) the Company will:
(1) Where the vault is adjacent to the street property line, furnish, install and maintain
the primary service entrance facilities.
(2)
Where the vault is installed some distance from the street property line for the
customer's convenience or to reduce his secondary wiring costs, the Company will
furnish, install and maintain the primary raceway to the property line and the
customer shall furnish, install and maintain the primary raceway from the street
property line to the vault.
Section 7: Transformer Vaults and Underground Primary Services 32
Section 8: Power and Special

Equipment Installations
Motors-General
801.
The following requirements apply to all motors connected to the DISTRIBUTION

SYSTEMS of the Company.
802.
The National Electrical Code provides that some motors less than one horsepower and
that all motors one horsepower and above be equipped with suitable starting switches
having overload protection.
803.
Phase reversal, low voltage, high voltage, or loss of one or more phases can damage
motors. To protect motors from these conditions, it is recommended that protective relays
or devices be used to automatically disconnect motors from the voltage supply. Such
devices are installed and owned by the customer and are his responsibility.
804.
The use of automatic time-delay circuit breakers for circuit protection in all cases is
strongly recommended. Where fuses are used, they should always be of the time-delayed
type. The time-delayed will, in many instances, prevent unnecessary shutdowns due to
the tripping of an instantaneous type circuit breaker, or blowing of ordinary short time
fuses by larger currents resulting form motor starting, temporary overloads or temporary
low voltage conditions. These devices are installed and owned by the customer and are
his responsibility.
805.
The Company reserves the right to specify voltage characteristics and starting limitations
of all motors in order to limit voltage fluctuation and disturbances to its customers. The
Company further reserves the right to specify whether it shall supply single phase or three
phase service to a customer in accordance with service limitations as set forth in the
Company's General Terms and Conditions, and as in the following paragraphs.
Small Motors 20 Horsepower and Below

806.
Motors up to and including 1/2 horsepower may be operated at 120 volts or 240 volts but
should be single phase, unless the customer already has three phase service or
municipality constraints require three-phase service.
807.
Motors 3/4 hp to five horsepower must be operated at 240 volts and should be single
phase, unless the customer already has three phase service or municipality constraints
require three-phase service.
Section 8: Power and Special Equipment Installations 33
808.
Motors above five horsepower must be operated at a minimum voltage level of 208 volts.
The Company reserves the right to require these motors to be three-phase.
809.
All motors up to and including 20 hp may be started across the line provided such motors
do not cause voltage fluctuations and disturbances to other customers.
810.
It is intended that the application of single-phase motors permitted above, generally

follow the starting current rules recommended by the ANSI Committee. Those rules,
however, are written so that they are readily understood by motor manufacturers but not
necessarily by the user. The rules given above are written so the user can readily
understand them. They do not completely follow the ANSI rules in all respects.
Therefore, in any case where the customer or his motor supplier can show proof that a
particular motor or motors can be operated without exceeding the limitations of ANSI
rules, then the use of such motors will be permitted.
811.
The Company does not assume the responsibility for satisfactory operation of 220 to 250
volt three-phase classes of equipment on 120/208-volt WYE services. The Company does
not assume responsibility for satisfactory operation of 208 volt WYE three-phase class of
equipment used on 240 volt three phase services.
Large Motors General Above 20 Horsepower

813.
The Company is prepared to furnish to its customers assistance and advice where new
loads are to be added to the Company's lines. Before any motors are installed, it is
necessary to consult the Company in order to determine the character and adequacy of the
available service and the starting KVA limitations. Existing customers who plan to add
motors should also check with the Company.
814.
Full voltage starting is the simplest and lowest cost method of starting. Other types of
starting that reduce the starting KVA are more expensive, but may be required by the
Company to prevent disturbances to other customers connected to the distribution system.
Also, for his benefit the customer may want to install reduced KVA starting equipment to
eliminate mechanical shock to the motor as well as prevent disturbances to his other
equipment.
815.
The factors which must be considered before starting KVA limitations can be provided to
the customer are the capacity of the Company's distribution system, which varies from
location to location, the motor characteristics, and the number of times the motor is to be
started which may vary on a daily basis.
Motor Starting Requirements

Above 20 Horsepower to 100
816.
817.
As outlined in paragraph 814, motors may or may not need reduced KVA starting
equipment and BEFORE PURCHASING A MOTOR, the customer must:
(1)
Check with the Company to determine KVA starting limitations.
(2)
Consult the motor manufacturer so that the best motor and starter suited
for the job is purchased.
The following are guidelines that the Company will use in determining the acceptability
of large motors.
(1)
(2)
(3)
Generally motors 25 through 40 horsepower will be required to have reduced

KVA starting equipment that will limit in rush current to 65 percent of locked
rotor current.
Generally motors 50 through 100 horsepower will be required to have reduced
KVA starting equipment that will limit inrush current to 33 and one-third percent
of locked rotor current.
Motors must reach at least 85 percent synchronous speed before switching to
"run" position.
NOTE: Locked rotor current is generally defined as six times full load current.
Motors Above 100 Horsepower

818.
Reduced KVA starting equipment is usually required and all cases shall be submitted to
the Company for approval prior to purchasing.
NOTES TO MOTOR STARTING REQUIREMENTS
819.
There are many different types of starting equipment and it is important that the customer
contact the manufacturer so that motor and starter are properly matched, which will
insure minimum installation and operating costs.
Comparison Table #1
To aid in the selection of the type of starting best suited for the limitation
involved.
Type of Starter
Starting characteristics in percent of full Advantages

voltage values
Voltage at
Line
Starting
Motor
Current
Torque
80
64
64
1. Provides highest torque per
65
42
42
ampere of line current.
2. Taps on autotransformer permit
50
25
25
adjustment of starting voltage.
3. Suitable for long starting
periods.
4. Closed transition starting.
5. While starting, motor current is
greater than line current.
Disadvantages
Primary Resistor
70
70
49
1. Smooth acceleration motor

voltage increases, with speed.
2. High power factor during start,
requires expensive resistor.
4. Less expensive than
autotransformer starter in lower
HP ratings.
5. Available with as many as 7
accelerating points.
1. Low torque
efficiency.
2. Resistor gives
off heat.
3. Starting time in
excess of 5
seconds.
4. Starting
voltage difficult to
adjust to meet
varying
conditions.
Part Winding
100
65
48
1. Least expensive reduced

voltage starter.
3. Most dual voltage motors can
be started part winding on lower
of two voltage.
4. Small size.
1. Unsuited for
high inertia, long
starting loads.
2. Requires
special motor
design for
voltages higher
than 230V.
Wye-Delta
100
33
1. Moderate cost less than

primary resistor or
autotransformer.
2. Suitable for high inertia, long
acceleration, loads.
3. High torque efficiency.
1. Requires
special motor
design.
2. Starting torque
is low.
3. Inherently
open transition
closed transition
available at
added cost
Autotransformer
1/3
33
1/3
1. In lower HP
ratings, is most
expensive
design.
2. Low power
factor.
Selection Table #2
To aid in the selection of a starter best suited for a particular characteristic.
Characteristic Wanted
Minimum Line Current
Smooth Acceleration
High Starting Torque
Suitability for Long Acceleration
Suitability for Frequent Starting
Type of Starter to Use (Listed in

order of desirability)
1. Autotransformer.
2. Wye-Delta.
3. Part Winding.
4. Primary Resistor.
2. Wye-Delta.
3. Autotransformer.
4. Part Winding.
1. Autotransformer.
3. Part Winding.
1. Autotransformer.
2. Wye-Delta.
2. Autotransformer.
Comments
Little choice between 1 and 2 or

between 3 and 4.
The part winding motor may not be

able to fully accelerate the load until
the second winding is connected.
For this classification the primary
resistor starter must be provided with
a resistor suitable for long
acceleration duty.
In general, the part winding motor is
unsuited for frequent starting.
820.
Starting equipment other than the types listed in Tables 1 and 2 may meet the Company's
starting requirements but the customer must establish proof of this before the Company
will give its approval. Customers are advised that it is very difficult to establish such
proof unless the motor supplier is the same as the driven equipment supplier. Customers
who purchase motors from one source and driven equipment from another source quite
often encounter difficulties in placing responsibility for any problems that might arise.
Therefore, it is again advised that before purchasing a motor the customer should check
carefully with the manufacturer to insure that the best motor and starter for the job is
purchased and the torque requirements of the load are matched with the motor torque
output. Eighty-five percent synchronous speed should be obtained prior to switching from
"start" to "run". This will minimize "bump" in current during the transition from "start" to
"run" and will lengthen the life of the motor and starting equipment.
821.
On many applications, motors will have to be started unloaded in order to meet the
starting requirements imposed by the Company. For example:
LARGE REFRIGERATION EQUIPMENT must be brought to rated speed unloaded.
HAMMER MILLS under no circumstances shall be loaded during starting. Even when
unloaded, hammer mills require excessive starting power and should be given extra
considerations.
822.
WHERE MOTORS MUST BE START LOADED as in the case of direct drives,

conveyors, cotton gins, etc., the squirrel cage or increment type motors may not meet the
starting requirements shown above. Wound rotor motors and controls (or other special
equipment) may be necessary to meet the requirements.
823.
THE GUIDES SHOWN HEREIN FOR LARGE MOTORS ARE GENERAL FOR THE
AVERAGE COMMERCIAL AREA. SPARSELY SETTLED AREAS, RESIDENTIAL
SECTIONS, AND AREAS ADJACENT TO HOSPITALS, COMPUTER CENTERS,
RADIO STATIONS, AND OTHER CUSTOMERS WITH CRITICAL VOLTAGE
EQUIPMENT, MAY REQUIRE MORE STRINGENT RULES.
824.
Industrial customers with their own substations or other customers in concentrated

industrial areas may be permitted to waive these rules upon approval by the Company.
Special Equipment
825.
The customer should maintain his power factor as near unity as possible. A good power
factor could result in a reduction of monthly billing and may permit the reduction of
conductor and equipment sizes. Where large capacity motors are to be installed,
consideration should be given to the use of synchronous type equipment.
826.
The Company will serve no gaseous tube or other types of lighting equipment if the
power factor is less than that of present available high power factor equipment. If power
factor corrective equipment is made necessary by this specification, it will be provided
and maintained by the customer at his own expense. This applies to all new installations
and any changes in existing installations.
827.
In general, capacitors must be applied more carefully than most types of electrical
equipment in order that satisfactory operation and maintenance will result. The customer
should confer with the Company before any installations of this type of equipment are
made.
828.
Some other items of equipment which require special consideration for proper operations
are:
Welders and furnaces
X-ray
Radio & TV Broadcasting Stations
Industrial Heat Treating
Tankless (Instantaneous) Water Heaters
Hammer Mills
Large Compressors
Punch Presses
Double Throw Switches
IT IS ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL IN ALL CASES THAT THE CUSTOMER

CONSULT THE COMPANY CONCERNING THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY BEFORE
MAKING ANY COMMITMENTS FOR PURCHASE OR INSTALLATION OF THE
EQUIPMENT LISTED ABOVE
Section 9: Supplementary
Information and Drawings
Standard Voltages and Corresponding Demand Limitations

Standard Voltage
120 V, 1 phase 2 wire
Peak Demand in KVA

Minimum
None
Maximum
25
120/240 V, 1 phase, 3 wire

120/208 V, 3 phase, 4 wire Wye
120/240 V, 3 phase, 4 wire Delta
240 V, 3 phase, 3 wire Delta
None
30
20
20
50
500
500
1500
277/480 V, 3 phase, 4 wire Wye

2,400 V, 3 phase, 3 wire
2,400/4,160 V, 3 phase, 4 wire Wye
4,800/8,320 V, 3 phase, 4 wire Wye
7,200/12,470 V, 3 phase, 4 wire Wye
7,970/13,800 V, 3 phase, 4 wire Wye
14,400/24,900 V, 3 phase, 4 wire Wye
115,000 V, 3 phase, 3 wire
230,000 V, 3 phase, 3 wire
150
150
Negotiate
Negotiate
Negotiate
Negotiate
Negotiate
Negotiate
Negotiate
Negotiate
Negotiate
Negotiate
Negotiate
Negotiate
2500
1500
Section 9: Supplementary Drawings and Pictures 39
Standard Service Characteristics

The following Service Characteristics are generally standard. The Characteristics of Service that are available
shall be obtained from the Company before any wiring is installed or equipment purchased. In cases of
multiple occupancy installations, the combined load may be such that the Characteristics of the Service
required will be different from that which the individual customer's loads might indicate. In such cases the
Company reserves the right to determine the type of service, which will be supplied. (Contact your local office
or Customer Service Engineering if you need assistance).
A. 120 volts, single phase, two wire
For highway signs, travel trailers, traffic controllers, CATV amplifiers or other small power loads. The service
from the Company's facilities up to, and including, the meter shall be a 120/240 volt, single phase, three wire
circuit. Company approval must always be obtained in advance.
B.120/240 volts, single phase, three wire
For general lighting and/or heating and cooking, and small power loads with individual motors generally not
over 5 hp. Where the total load exceeds 50 KVA, the Company may, at its option, require the customer to
arrange the wiring for three phase service.
C. 120/208 volts, single phase, three wire (from four-wire system)
For general lighting, heating, cooking and small power loads with motors generally not over 5 hp. Where the
total load exceeds 50 KVA, the Company may, at its option, require the customer to arrange the wiring for
three-phase four wire service.
D.120/208 volts, three phase, four wire, wye
For large lighting loads, or combination lighting, heating/cooking and power. Single phase load shall be
balanced between phases.
E.120/240 volts, three phase, four wire, delta-For combination 120/240 volts, three wire, single phase and 240 volts, three-phase service, where the load of
either class substantially exceeds that to the other.
F. 277/480 volts, three phase, four wire, wye-For power and general service installations having demands of not less than 50 KVA
G. 480 volts, three phase, three wire-Normally, for power installations having demands of not less than 50 KVA.
H. Service voltages higher than 480 volts are available only by negotiation with the Company. The size
and type of customer's load must warrant such an installation.
I. The Companys standard method of providing three phase service is four wire wye. The customer
must take the neutral to their service equipment. The Company will not make provisions in its
equipment to accommodate a customers impedance grounded system. Any such equipment will have to
be installed on the customers side of the installation
Standard Service Characteristics 40
Drawing Table of Contents

Drawing#
Title
MTR-B, sheet 1
Residential Meter Location
MTR-T1, sheet 1 and 2
Temporary Service from Overhead Distribution
MTR-T2, sheet 1 and 2
Temporary Service from Underground Distribution
MTR-C, sheet 1
Minimum Meter Clearance
MTR-D, sheet 1, 2, 3 and 4
Meter Socket Details Residential
MTR-G, sheet 1
Modular (Ganged) Meter Socket
MTR-MH, sheet 1 and 2
Mobile Home Service Details
MTR-PM, sheet 1
Primary Metering Overhead Service
MTR-PM, sheet 2
Primary Metering Dip Pole Service
MTR-TV, sheet 1
CATV UG Service
MTR-1, sheet 1 and 2
2 Wire and 3 Wire - 1<jJ Meter Socket Wiring Diagram

MTR-2, sheet 3
3 Wire and 4 Wire - 3!jl WYE- 200 Amp Mtr. Socket Wiring Dia.
3 Wire - 1 <jJ - 200 Amp Meter Socket Wiring Diagram
MTR-2, sheet 4
4 Wire - 3!jl WYE- 200 Amp Meter Socket Wiring Diagram
MTR-3, sheet 1

MTR-4, sheet 1

4 Wire - 3!jl WYE/Delta- 200 Amp Meter Socket Wiring Dia.
MTR-4, sheet 2
4 Wire - 3!jl Delta - 200 Amp Meter Socket Wiring Diagram
MTR-4, sheet 3
4 Wire - 3!jl WYE/Delta- 600 Amp Meter Socket Wiring Dia.
MTR-5, sheet 3
MTR-5, sheet 4
4 Wire - 3!jl Delta- 600 Amp Meter Socket Wiring Diagram
MTR-CT, sheet 1
Commercial CT Metering - Mounting Details
MTR-CT, sheet 2 and 3
Commercial CT Metering- Meter Enclosure Detail
MTR-GEN, sheet 1 and 2
Net Metering Configurations
MTR-GEN4, sheet 1 and 2
Buy All- Sell All- Co-Gen Meter Socket Wiring Diagram
SB
RESIDENTIAL METER LOCATION
01-27-11
MTR - B
FORMERLY SMTR-1, SHEET 1
ROAD
HOUSE
OH SERVICE WIRE
OVERHEAD PRIMARY
UG SERVICE WIRE
HOUSE
CONDUIT
SEE NOTE 5
HOUSE
METER
UNDERGROUND PRIMARY
ROAD
NOTES:
1. METER SOCKET(S) SHOULD BE INSTALLED WHERE READABLY ACCESSIBLE, NOT BEHIND WALLS OR FENCES. REAR
OF PROPERTY IS UNACCEPTABLE.
2. IF METER SOCKET IS INSTALLED AT WRONG LOCATION IT COULD REQUIRE RELOCATING AT CUSTOMER EXPENSE.
3. METER SOCKET IS TYPICALLY SPOTTED ON HOUSE END CLOSES TO SCE&G SERVICE TRANSFORMER, BUT NOT
ALWAYS. LOCATION SHOULD BE DECIDED BY SCE&G FIELD REPRESENTATIVE BEFORE ELECTRICIAN BEGINS
WORK.
4. CLEARANCE (3 FEET MINIMUM) AROUND METER SOCKET IS REQUIRED FOR SAFETY. SEE MTR-C, SHEET 1.
5. IF PAVING, CONDUIT OR SECONDARY SERVICE MUST BE INSTALLED FIRST.
DISTRIBUTION CONSTRUCTION STANDARD

SOUTH CAROLINA ELECTRIC & GAS CO.
TEMPORARY SERVICE FROM

OVERHEAD DISTRIBUTION
SB
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MTR - T1
FORMERLY SMTR2, SHEET 1
TO BE FURNISHED, INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED BY SCE&G

ITEM #
1
2
3
DESCRIPTION
METER
PULLEY BRACKET
SERVICE (SOURCE) CONDUCTORS
TO BE FURNISHED, INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED BY CUSTOMER

ITEM #
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
DESCRIPTION
CIRCUIT BREAKER(S) AND RECEPTACLES.
CONDUIT (GALVANIZED IRON OR PVC) 2 INCH MIN DIAMETER
GROUND ROD (5/8" X 8' GALVANIZED OR COPPER CLAD)
PIPE STRAPS (SECURELY ATTACHING CONDUIT)
COPPER GROUND WIRE #6 MIN. (ALUMINUM NOT ACCEPTABLE)
SERVICE CONDUCTORS (FROM WEATHERHEAD TO METER SOCKET)
METER SOCKET (RINGLESS AND UL APPROVED)
TREATED TIMBER/POLE (4 X 6 TIMBER OR 5 INCH DIAMETER @ POLE TOP MINIMUM)
CONDUIT SERVICE WEATHERHEAD
LUMBER (2 EACH - 2 X 4 MINIMUM) SECURELY FASTENED TO POLE AND STAKE
NOTES:
1. SOURCE AND LOAD SIDE CONNECTIONS IN METER SOCKET TO BE MADE BY CUSTOMER.
2. HEIGHT OF POLE MUST MEET N.E.S.C. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS.
(MINIMUM CLEARANCE IS 12 FEET FOR PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC, 15.5 FEET FOR DRIVEWAY
AND 16.5 FEET FOR TYPICAL ROADWAY)
3. TEMPORARY SERVICE POLE CAN NOT BE INSTALLED FURTHER THAN 125 FEET FROM
SCE&G POLE/TRANSFORMER.
4. SERVICE ENTRANCE CONDUCTOR (ITEM 9) SHALL EXTEND MINUMUM OF 3 FEET OUT OF
WEATHERHEAD.
5. POLE MUST SUPPORT SCE&G SERVICEMAN ON A LADDER. UNSAFE CONDITIONS ARE NOT
ACCEPTABLE.
6. GROUNDING CONDUCTOR (ITEM 8) TO BE SECURELY ATTACHED TO STRUCTURE.
7. ENTIRE ASSEMBLY TO MEET SCE&G, N.E.C. AND LOCAL CODE REQUIREMENTS.
8. CALL PALMETTO UTILITIES PROTECTION SERVICE (P.U.P.S.) BEFORE YOU DIG: # 811.

TEMPORARY SERVICE FROM

UNDERGROUND DISTRIBUTION
SB
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MTR - T2

ITEM #
1
2
DESCRIPTION
METER
PAD MOUNTED TRANSFORMER

ITEM #
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
DESCRIPTION
CIRCUIT BREAKER(S) AND RECEPTACLES
SERVICE CONDUCTORS #4 MIN. - #2 MAX. (FROM TRANSFORMER TO METER SOCKET)
TREATED TIMBER/POLE (4 X 6 TIMBER OR 5 INCH DIAMETER @ POLE TOP MINIMUM)
NOTES:
1. SOURCE AND LOAD SIDE CONNECTIONS IN METER SOCKET TO BE MADE BY CUSTOMER.
2. TEMPORARY SERVICE POLE TO BE INSTALLED FRONT (DOOR/PAD LOCK) RIGHT SIDE OF
TRANSFORMER AND NO CLOSER THAN 4 FEET.
3. TEMPORARY SERVICE POLE CAN BE CONNECTED AT SECONDARY HAND-HOLE OR
PEDESTAL.
4. CUSTOMER TO INSTALL SERVICE CONDUCTOR (ITEM 8) MINIMUM OF 12 INCHES BELOW
GRADE AND TO WITHIN 1 FOOT OF POINT OF SERVICE (IE., TRANSFORMER). WITHIN 1 FOOT
OF TRANSFORMER, SCE&G REQUIRES ADDITIONAL 10 FEET OF SERVICE CONDUCTOR TO
MAKE CONNECTION.

07-22-09
MTR - C
MINIMUM METER CLEARANCE
SB
3' MIN
3' MIN
6' MAX
4'-6" MIN
6' MAX
4'-6" MIN
SHRUB, TREE OR
OTHER OBSTRUCTION
AIR CONDITIONER, GENERATOR OR

OTHER OBSTRUCTION
3'
TOP VIEW
NOTES:
1. CLEARANCE AND MOUNTING HEIGHT IS SAFETY REQUIREMENT.
2. HORIZONTAL CLEARANCE OF 3 FEET IS MINIMUM REQUIREMENT FOR OBSTRUCTIONS IN ANY DIRECTION.
3. METER MOUNTING HEIGHT FOR RESIDENTIAL OR COMMERCIAL METERS IS 6' MAXIMUM AND 4'-6" MINIMUM. FOR
GANGED SOCKET REQUIREMENTS SEE DRAWING MTR-G.
4. OBSTRUCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT NOT LIMITED TO TREES, SHRUBS, HVAC UNITS, WALLS OR BUILDINGS.
5. GAS METERS REQUIRE SAME HORIZONTAL CLEARANCE AS ELECTRIC METERS.
6. CUSTOMER MAY BE FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR REMOVAL/RELOCATION OF ANY OBSTRUCTION.

SB
03-07-11
MTR - D
METER SOCKET DETAILS

RESIDENTIAL
7" RADIUS
REF. NOTE # 4
ALTERNATE
LOCATION
SOURCE CONDUIT
OVERHEAD SERVICE
UNDERGROUND SERVICE
NOTES:
1. OVERHEAD AND UNDERGROUND SERVICE - METER SOCKET AND CONDUIT IS PROVIDED
AND INSTALLED BY CUSTOMER. SOCKET MUST BE UL APPROVED AND RINGLESS.
2. OVERHEAD SERVICE - SOURCE AND LOAD WIRE(S) IS TERMINATED IN METER SOCKET BY
CUSTOMER.
3. UNDERGROUND SERVICE - CONDUIT TERMINATES AT METER SOCKET ON BOTTOM LEFT
OR RIGHT, NOT CENTER. SOURCE WIRE(S) IS TERMINATED BY SCE&G, LOAD WIRE(S) IS
TERMINATED BY CUSTOMER.
4. METER SOCKET(S) FOR UNDERGROUND SERVICE MUST BE SIZED TO ACCOMMODATE
BEND RADIUS OF ALL WIRE BEING INSTALLED. EXAMPLE: 300MCM (TYPICAL) REQUIRES 7
INCH BEND RADIUS MEASURED AT LAY-IN TERMINAL, REFERENCE NEC - TABLE 312.6(B).
5. INSTALLATION MUST MEET SCE&G, NEC AND LOCAL CODE REQUIREMENTS.


RESIDENTIAL
SB
03-07-11
MTR - D
SEE NOTE # 7
PIPE STRAP
METER SOCKET
PIPE STRAP
6' - 0" MAX.
4' - 6" MIN.
(SEE NOTE 8)
30" MIN.
UNDERGROUND SERVICE
2" CONDUIT REQUIRED FOR 200A METER
3" CONDUIT REQUIRED FOR 600A METER
OVERHEAD SERVICE
NOTES:
1. CONTACT SCE&G - TO HAVE FIELD PERSONNEL SPOT METER SET LOCATION - BEFORE INSTALLING METER
SOCKET. IF NOT LOCATED PROPERLY CUSTOMER COULD BE REQUIRED TO RELOCATE.
2. METER SOCKET MUST BE INSTALLED ON LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE OF STRUCTURE TOWARD FRONT, REAR OF
PROPERTY IS UNACCEPTABLE. SPOT TO BE DECIDED BY SCE&G BASED ON TRANSFORMER LOCATION.
3. METER SOCKET AND CONDUIT -- ELECTRICAL GRADE PVC (GRAY) SCH40 MIN. -- IS OWNED, INSTALLED AND
MAINTAINED BY CUSTOMER.
4. METER SOCKET AND CONDUIT MUST BE SECURELY ATTACHED TO STRUCTURE. REFERENCE SCE&G - ELECTRIC
SERVICES AND METER INSTALLATIONS MANUAL, SECTION 5 - PAR. 520.
5. FOR UG SERVICE, CONDUIT TO BE INSTALLED 30 INCHES BELOW GRADE. SWEEP -- 36 INCH RADIUS MINIMUM -- IS
REQUIRED AT FOOTING/FOUNDATION, ELECTRICAL ELBOWS ARE UNACCEPTABLE. IF REQUIRED TO INSTALL
SWEEP, CUSTOMER MUST MODIFY STRUCTURE FOOTING.
6. UG SERVICE IS TYPICALLY INSTALLED AFTER CONSTRUCTION OF DWELLING. SERVICE ROUTE MUST NOT BE
IMPEDED BY DRIVEWAY, SIDEWALK OR OTHER OBSTRUCTION. IF FOUND UNACCEPTABLE BY SCE&G THE
CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE TO CORRECT CONDITION BEFORE SERVICE CAN BE INSTALLED.
7. IF SERVICE MAST IS INSTALLED THROUGH AND ABOVE ROOF LINE IT MUST BE GALVANIZED IRON PIPE,
ELECTRICAL METALLIC TUBING (EMT) IS UNACCEPTABLE. IT MUST BE SECURED AND OF ADEQUATE STRENGTH
TO "WITHSTAND SAFELY THE STRAIN IMPOSED BY THE SERVICE DROP", REF. N.E.C. 230.28.
8. METER SOCKET MAX/MIN HEIGHT IS ABOVE FINAL GRADE WITHIN 10' OF METER. THIS IS SAFETY REQUIREMENT.

MODULAR (GANGED)
METER ASSEMBLY
SB
03-07-11
MTR - G
1
FORMERLY SMTR-11
LINE
WIRING
COMPARTMENT
6' - 0" MAX.

(SEE NOTE 11)
ON
OFF
SEE NOTE 10
3' - 6" MIN.

(SEE NOTE 11)
FINISHED GRADE OR FLOOR
NOTES:
1. CONTACT SCE&G - ELECTRIC OPERATIONS - TO SPOT METER LOCATION BEFORE INSTALLATION AND OBTAIN
APPROVAL OF METER ASSEMBLY DESIGN.
2. ALL SOURCE (LINE) CONNECTIONS MUST BE MADE AT TOP OF SOCKET JAWS.
3. ALL METER SOCKETS MUST BE RINGLESS. RING STYLE SOCKETS ARE NOT APPROVED ON SCE&G SYSTEM.
4. METER SOCKET ASSEMBLY IS OWNED, INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED BY CUSTOMER. ASSEMBLY MUST BE UL
APPROVED AND LABELED. IT MUST ALSO CONFORM TO ANSI C12.7.
5. ASSEMBLY MUST BE SECURELY ATTACHED TO STRUCTURE. REFERENCE SCE&G - ELECTRIC SERVICES AND METER
INSTALLATIONS MANUAL, SECTION 5 - PAR. 520.
6. LUGS (IF REQUIRED) WILL BE SUPPLIED BY CUSTOMER. FOR APPROVED LUGS SEE SCE&G DRAWING CCA-7, SHTS 1-3.
7. LINE (SOURCE) WIRING COMPARTMENT MUST BE SECURE BY USE OF SCE&G SEAL. LINE (SOURCE) WIRE CANNOT BE
ACCESSED BY REMOVAL OF FASTENERS, I.E. SCREWS.
8. ALL METER SOCKET COVERS WILL BE CLEARLY LABELED (STENCILED) WITH ENAMEL PAINT. UNIT NUMBER OR
OTHER DESCRIPTION IS REQUIRED, DO NOT MARK ON METER. REFERENCE SCE&G - ELECTRIC SERVICES AND
METER INSTALLATIONS MANUAL, SECTION 5 - PAR. 524.
9. METER SOCKET ASSEMBLY MUST CONFORM TO SCE&G, N.E.C. AND LOCAL CODE REQUIREMENTS. UNACCEPTABLE
OR NON-COMFORMING ASSEMBLIES MUST BE REPLACED AT CUSTOMERS EXPENSE.
10. SCE&G CANNOT ATTACH TO BREAKER OR DISCONNECT DEVICE. IF INSTALLED CUSTOMER CONNECTION POINT
WILL BE HAND-HOLE OR OTHER DESIGNATED LOCATION. REFERENCE N.E.C. ARTICLE 230.82.
11. METER SOCKET MAX/MIN HEIGHT IS ABOVE FINAL GRADE WITHIN 10' OF METER. THIS IS SAFETY REQUIREMENT.

MOBILE HOME SERVICE DETAILS
SB
03-18-09
MTR - MH

ITEM #
1
2
3
DESCRIPTION
METER
PULLEY BRACKET
SERVICE (SOURCE) CONDUCTORS

ITEM #
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
DESCRIPTION
CABINET AND CIRCUIT BREAKER(S)
SERVICE CONDUCTORS
TREATED POLE (TIMBER NOT ACCEPTABLE FOR OVERHEAD SERVICE POLE)
ADDRESS OR LOT NUMBER (PERMANENTLY MARKED ON COVER OF METER SOCKET)
NOTES:
1. SOURCE SIDE CONNECTIONS IN METER SOCKET TO BE MADE BY SCE&G. LOAD SIDE
CONNECTIONS IN METER SOCKET TO BE MADE BY CUSTOMER. (EXCEPTION: FOR
OVERHEAD SERVICE THE CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR SOURCE AND LOAD SIDE
CONNECTIONS)
2. WEATHERHEAD TO BE LOCATED NO LOWER THAN 6 INCHES BELOW PULLEY BRACKET,
ITEM #2.
3. HEIGHT OF POLE MUST MEET N.E.S.C. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS. (MINIMUM
CLEARANCE IS 12 FEET FOR PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC, 15.5 FEET FOR DRIVEWAY AND 16.5
FEET FOR TYPICAL ROADWAY)
4. METER POLE MUST BE SPOTTED BY SCE&G REPRESENTATIVE AND CAN NOT BE
INSTALLED FURTHER THAN 125 FEET FROM SCE&G POLE/TRANSFORMER.
5. IF DOWN GUY AND ANCHOR IS REQUIRED THE CUSTOMER SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE TO
FURNISH, INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

PRIMARY METERING
OVERHEAD SERVICE
MTR-PM
EQUIPMENT SPACING DETAIL

PRIMARY METERING
DIP POLE SERVICE
SB
MTR-PM
01-13-11
SOURCE
5"
12"
12"
ST
RA
IN
IN
S.
30"
"G
UY
8"
78
12"
PT (3 EA.)
12"
GU SEE
N
Y
IN OTE
ST
AL 3
LE
D
CT (3 EA.)
24"
42"
LOAD
IF
6"
MINIMUM CONDUCTOR CLEARANCE

VOLTAGE
- GND
4 KV
9"
9"
8 KV
9"
9"
12 KV
1' - 3"
1' - 0"
13.8 KV
1' - 3"
1' - 0"
23 KV
2' - 0"
1' - 6"
6' - 0" MAX

4' - 6" MIN
NOTES:
1. PT AND CT SECONDARY LEADS TO BE COLOR CODED #12 AWG MINIMUM SOLID COPPER.
2. FOR GROUNDING DETAILS REFER TO SECTION 8 - GROUNDING.
3. CHECK CLEARANCE BETWEEN CONDUCTORS, GROUNDS AND GUYS.
4. FUSE SIZE IS DETERMINED BY DISTRIBUTION PLANNING DEPARTMENT.
5. METER CLUSTER MOUNT IS STOCK ITEM # 018.0066.0502.
6. METER ENCLOSURE IS STOCK ITEM # 018.0067.0402.

DRAWING FORMERLY SMTR-20, SMTR-12 AND SMTR-22.
2W AND 3W - 1
METER SOCKET WIRING DIAGRAM
H1
240
SB
10-19-09
MTR - 1
H2
L1
120
120
L2
JUMPER
REQUIRED
2 WIRE METER
100 AMP - 120V
FORM "1S" METER
3 WIRE METER
200 AMP - 120/240V
FORM "2S" METER
3 WIRE METER
600 AMP - 120/240V
FORM "2K" METER
NOTES:
1. SOCKET IS SUPPLIED, INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED BY CUSTOMER. SOCKET MUST BE RINGLESS AND UL APPROVED.
2. FORM "1S" METER IS REQUIRED ON 2-WIRE, 120V SERVICES AND IS LIMITED TO 100 AMPS.
3. FORM "2S" METER IS REQUIRED ON 3-WIRE, 120/240V SERVICES AND IS LIMITED TO 200 AMPS.
4. FORM "2K" METER (BOLT-IN) IS REQUIRED ON 3-WIRE, 120/240V SERVICES RATED 201-600 AMPS. THIS INSTALLATION
REQUIRES A TYPE "K-4" METER SOCKET FOR OVERHEAD AND TYPE "K-4SW" SOCKET FOR UNDERGROUND SERVICE.
5. IT IS PERMISSABLE FOR A CUSTOMER TO WIRE THE LOAD SIDE TERMINALS IN A 120V, 2-WIRE CONFIGURATION, FROM
A METER SOCKET THAT IS FED 3-WIRE, 120/240V ON THE LINE SIDE TERMINALS. IF DONE "2S" METER IS REQUIRED.


RESIDENTIAL
SB
10-25-11
MTR - 1
7" RADIUS
REF. NOTE # 5
ALTERNATE
LOCATION
SOURCE
WIRE
K-4SW SOCKET
UG SERVICE
UNDERGROUND SERVICE
1 - 120/240 - 600 AMP
NOTES:
1. METER SOCKET AND CONDUIT IS PROVIDED AND INSTALLED BY CUSTOMER. SOCKET MUST BE UL
APPROVED AND RINGLESS.
2. CONDUIT MUST TERMINATE AT METER SOCKET ON BOTTOM LEFT OR RIGHT, NOT CENTER OR SIDE.
3. SOURCE WIRE(S) ALWAYS TERMINATE AT TOP OF METER TERMINALS. LOAD WIRE(S) ALWAYS
TERMINATE AT BOTTOM OF METER TERMINALS. ANY OTHER INSTALLATION IS UNACCEPTABLE.
4. SOURCE WIRE(S) IS TERMINATED BY SCE&G, LOAD WIRE(S) IS TERMINATED BY CUSTOMER. SEE
DRAWING CAA-7, SHEETS 1-3 FOR APPROVED COMPRESSION LUGS.
5. METER SOCKET FOR UNDERGROUND SERVICE MUST BE TYPE K-4SW AND ACCOMMODATE BEND
RADIUS OF ALL WIRE BEING INSTALLED. EXAMPLE: 300MCM (TYPICAL) REQUIRES 7 INCH BEND
RADIUS MEASURED AT LAY-IN TERMINAL, REFERENCE NEC - TABLE 312.6(B).
6. METER SOCKET FOR OVERHEAD SERVICE IS TYPE K-4.
7. INSTALLATION MUST MEET SCE&G, NEC AND LOCAL CODE REQUIREMENTS.

DRAWING FORMERLY PMTR-2
3W - 1 or 4W - 3 WYE - 200 AMP

REDUCER ADAPTER PLATE
SB
04-09-09
MTR - 2
13 21/32"
SWITCH
41 15/32"
240/480 V
OR
277/480 V
MFG.: DURHAM
STOCK CODE: 018.7740.6010
NOTES:
1. METER SOCKET IS SUPPLIED BY SCE&G AND INSTALLED BY CUSTOMER.
2. DISCONNECT SWITCH IS FOR SCE&G USE ONLY. CUSTOMER IS REQUIRED TO PROVIDE
ADDITIONAL DISCONNECT ON LOAD SIDE OF METER ASSEMBLY.
3. MECHANICAL LUGS ARE PROVIDED FOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR #6 - 350MCM WIRE. ANY
EXCEPTION WILL REQUIRE APPROVAL BY THE SCE&G METERING DEPARTMENT.
4. DISCONNECT SWITCH IS EQUIPPED WITH INTER-LOCKING MECHANISM TO PREVENT
METER FROM BEING REMOVED OR INSTALLED WHILE SOCKET IS ENERGIZED.
5. THE DISCONNECT SWITCH IS TO BE SEALED OFF (OPEN) OR ON (CLOSED) BY USE OF
SCE&G COMPANY LOCK.

3W - 1 or 4W - 3 WYE - 200 AMP

SB
01-08-10
MTR - 2
REDUCING HUB
13"
BREAKER
43"
240/480 V
OR
277/480 V
MFG.: MILBANK
STOCK CODE: 018.7740.6010
NOTES:
1. METER SOCKET IS SUPPLIED BY SCE&G AND INSTALLED BY CUSTOMER.
2. BREAKER IS FOR SCE&G USE ONLY. CUSTOMER IS REQUIRED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL
DISCONNECT ON LOAD SIDE OF METER ASSEMBLY.
3. MECHANICAL LUGS ARE PROVIDED FOR SINGLE CONDUCTOR #6 - 350MCM WIRE. ANY
EXCEPTION WILL REQUIRE APPROVAL BY THE SCE&G METERING DEPARTMENT.
4. CAUTION - BREAKER IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH INTER-LOCKING MECHANISM TO PREVENT
METER FROM BEING REMOVED OR INSTALLED WHILE SOCKET IS ENERGIZED.
5. THE BREAKER COVER IS TO BE SEALED BY USE OF SCE&G COMPANY LOCK.

3W - 1 - 200 AMP
240
240
02-04-11
MTR - 2
H2
H1
L1
SB
L2
480
NOTES:
1. METER SOCKET IS 480 VOLT - 200 AMP SOCKET, SEE MTR-2 SHEETS 1 - 2 FOR DETAILS.
2. METER SOCKET IS WIRED FOR 1 - 240/480 VOLT SERVICE.
3. METER REQUIRED FOR THIS SERVICE IS FORM 16S (4W WYE/DELTA, 120-480 V, CLASS 200).

4W - 3 - WYE - 200 AMP

SB
01-27-11
MTR - 2
FORMERLY PMTR-9
BLUE
WHITE
RED
480
480
480
277
277
277
NOTES:
1. METER SOCKET IS 480 VOLT - 200 AMP SOCKET, SEE MTR-2 SHEETS 1 - 2 FOR DETAILS.
2. METER SOCKET IS WIRED FOR 3 - 277/480 VOLT SERVICE.
3. METER REQUIRED FOR THIS SERVICE IS FORM 16S (4W WYE/DELTA, 120-480 V, CLASS 200).

DRAWING FORMERLY SMTR-21
3W - 2 - WYE - 200 AMP

SB
02-07-11
MTR - 3
L1
N
L2
208
120
120
STOCKED 5TH TERMINALS

018.7780.1101 - MILBANK
018.7780.1112 - LANDIS-GYR
018.7780.1123 - DURHAM
NETWORK METER
JUMPER
NOTES:
1. METER SOCKET IS SUPPLIED, INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED BY CUSTOMER. SOCKET MUST BE
RINGLESS AND UL APPROVED.
2. COMPRESSION LUGS ARE PROVIDED BY CUSTOMER. REFERENCE DRAWINGS CAA-7, SHEETS 1-3.
3. IF CONVERTING SOCKET FROM 240 TO 208 VOLT SERVICE, 5TH TERMINAL IS REQUIRED.
4. SOCKET REQUIRES FORM 12S / 25S METER.

FORMERLY SMTR-13
3W - 2 - WYE - 600 AMP

SB
02-07-11
MTR - 3
OVERHEAD SERVICE
SEE NOTE 3
SEE NOTE 4
K-5T SOCKET
NETWORK METER
NOTES:
3. SOCKET IS NOT ACCEPTABLE FOR 120/240 VOLT, 3 WIRE SERVICE.
4. DO NOT REMOVE GROUND TERMINAL, IT IS REQUIRED.
5. SOCKET REQUIRES FORM 12K METER (3W WYE, CLASS 480, BOLT-IN).

3W - 2 - WYE - 600 AMP

SB
02-07-11
MTR - 3
DRAWING FORMERLY SMTR-23
L1
N
L2
208
120
120
SEE NOTE 4
K-5T SOCKET
NETWORK METER
NOTES:
3. SOCKET IS NOT ACCEPTABLE FOR 120/240 VOLT, 3 WIRE SERVICE.
5. SOCKET REQUIRES FORM 12K METER (3W WYE, CLASS 480, BOLT-IN).

4W - 3 - Y/D - 200 AMP

SB
10-19-09
MTR - 4
1
SEE NOTE 2
GH
HI EG
L
NOTES:
2. SOCKET IS ACCEPTABLE FOR 120/240 DELTA OR 120/208 WYE SERVICE. IF DELTA SERVICE "HIGH
LEG" MUST BE IDENTIFIED AS SHOWN WITH MARKER.
3. SOCKET REQUIRES FORM 16S METER.

4W - 3 - DELTA - 200 AMP

SB
10-19-09
MTR - 4
2
BLUE
WHITE
RED
240
240
240
120
120
SEE NOTE 2
210
GH
HI EG
L
NOTES:
2. SOCKET IS ACCEPTABLE FOR 120/240 DELTA OR 120/208 WYE SERVICE. IF DELTA SERVICE
"HIGH LEG" MUST BE IDENTIFIED / MARKED BLUE.

4W - 3 - WYE - 200 AMP

SB
10-19-09
MTR - 4
BLUE
WHITE
208
RED
208
208
120
120
120
NOTES:
1. METER SOCKET IS SUPPLIED, INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED BY CUSTOMER. SOCKET MUST
BE RINGLESS AND UL APPROVED.

4W - 3 - WYE/DELTA - 600 AMP

SB
02-09-11
MTR - 5
DRAWING FORMERLY PMTR-3 AND PMTR-4
OVERHEAD SERVICE
SEE NOTE 3
SEE NOTE 4
GH
HI EG
L
SEE NOTE 6
K-7T SOCKET
NOTES:
1. METER SOCKET IS SUPPLIED, INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED BY CUSTOMER. SOCKET MUST BE RINGLESS AND UL
APPROVED.
3. ALL WIRE INSTALLED FROM OVERHEAD SOURCE WILL ENTER SOCKET FROM TOP ONLY. ANY SIDE OR BOTTOM
ENTRY IS UNACCEPTABLE.
4. SOCKET IS ACCEPTABLE FOR 120/240 DELTA OR 120/208 WYE SERVICE. IF DELTA SERVICE "HIGH LEG" MUST BE
IDENTIFIED AS SHOWN WITH MARKER.
5. SOCKET IS NOT APPROVED FOR 277/480 VOLT SERVICE.
7. SOCKET REQUIRES FORM 9K METER.

4W - 3 - WYE/DELTA - 600 AMP

SB
02-10-11
MTR - 5
SEE NOTE 4
GH
HI EG
L
SEE NOTE 6
UNDERGROUND SERVICE
SEE NOTE 3
K-7SW SOCKET
NOTES:
1. METER SOCKET IS SUPPLIED, INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED BY CUSTOMER. SOCKET MUST BE RINGLESS AND
UL APPROVED.
3. ALL WIRE INSTALLED FROM UNDERGROUND SOURCE WILL ENTER SOCKET FROM BOTTOM ONLY. ANY SIDE
OR TOP ENTRY IS UNACCEPTABLE.
4. SOCKET IS ACCEPTABLE FOR 120/240 DELTA OR 120/208 WYE SERVICE. IF DELTA SERVICE "HIGH LEG" MUST BE
IDENTIFIED AS SHOWN WITH MARKER.

4W - 3 - WYE - 600 AMP

SB
02-09-11
MTR - 5
3
BLUE
WHITE
RED
208
208
208
120
120
120
SEE NOTE 4
NOTES:
3. SOCKET IS NOT APPROVED FOR 277/ 480 VOLT SERVICE.

4W - 3 - DELTA - 600 AMP

SB
02-09-11
MTR - 5
4
BLUE
WHITE
RED
240
240
240
120
120
210
GH
HI EG
L
SEE NOTE 2
SEE NOTE 4
NOTES:

COMMERCIAL CT METERING
MOUNTING DETAILS
SB
09-05-12
MTR-CT
DRAWING FORMERLY CMTR-7
SIDE VIEW
CT'S
1"
4'-0" MINIMUM
1" CONDUIT
WINDOW
! WARNING
480
VOLTS
NOTICE
3'
Please keep trees, shrubs,
bushes, fences or other
structures and debris at least
3 feet from this area.
METER CABINET
6'-0" MAXIMUM
4'-6" MINIMUM
NOTES:
1. SCE&G WILL FURNISH METER CABINET, CURRENT TRANSFORMERS (CT) AND MOUNTING BRACKET.
2. CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR INSTALLING METER CABINET AND CONDUIT.
3. METER CONDUIT CANNOT BE ROUTED THROUGH BUILDING FACADE, GUTTER OR OTHER. BENDS ARE REQUIRED
AS SHOWN IN DETAIL.

DRAWING FORMERLY CMTR-1. REDRAWN AND REVISED.
METER ENCLOSURE DETAIL
SB
09-05-12
MTR-CT
METER ENCLOSURE FRONT COVER

2-3/4"
8-1/2"
24-3/4"
4-5/8"
! WARNING
480
VOLTS
NOTICE
3'
Please keep trees, shrubs,
bushes, fences or other
structures and debris at least
3 feet from this area.
12"
6"
FRONT COVER
SEE SHEET 3 FOR BASE
NOTES:
1. ENCLOSURE SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED OF 16 GAUGE STEEL, ZINC COATED WITH GRAY BAKED ENAMEL FINISH.
2. COVER WINDOW IS TO BE RIGHT-HAND HINGED AND SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED OF LEXAN MATERIAL. WINDOW
OPENING TO BE 8-1/2" x 4-5/8".
3. KNOCK-OUTS ARE REQUIRED ON BASE PORTION ONLY.
4. WARNING STICKER AND NOTICE STICKER TO BE APPLIED AS SHOWN.
5. ENCLOSURE STOCK CODE: 018.0067.0402.

METER ENCLOSURE DETAIL
SB
09-05-12
MTR-CT
METER ENCLOSURE BASE

METER HANGER
2-3/4" HUB OPENING

5/8"
11" x 18" x 3/4"

TREATED PLYWOOD
4 EACH
3/8"
W/ 3/4"
INDENT
24"
GROUND STUD
12"
3/8" & 7/8"

KNOCK-OUT
4-1/2"
BASE
SEE SHEET 2 FOR
FRONT COVER
NOTES:
1. ENCLOSURE SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED OF 16 GAUGE STEEL, ZINC COATED WITH GRAY BAKED ENAMEL FINISH.
2. INTERNAL METER MOUNTING BOARD IS TO BE EXTERIOR GRADE PLYWOOD CONTAINING PRESERVATIVE
TREATMENT.
3. KNOCK-OUTS ARE REQUIRED TO ACCOMMODATE 1/2", 3/4", 1" AND 1-1/4" CONDUITS.
4. LATCH TO HAVE 3/8" HOLE TO ACCOMMODATE PAD-LOCK.
5. ENCLOSURE STOCK CODE: 018.0067.0402.

SB
NET METERING CONFIGURATIONS
02-20-12
MTR-GEN
1
CONFIGURATION #1 - OFFSET ONLY METHOD
HOME / BUSINESS
PHOTOVOLTAIC ARRAY OR OTHER

QUALIFYING GENERATOR TYPE
TRANSFORMER
S
C
E
&
G
GENERAL GUIDELINES:
DETENTED METER REQUIRED
CUSTOMER OFFSETS ENERGY REQUIREMENTS WITH ON-SITE GENERATION
CUSTOMER PURCHASES ENERGY FROM UTILITY AT APPLICABLE RATE
CUSTOMER DOES NOT RECEIVE CREDIT FOR ENERGY THAT MAY BE DELIVERED TO UTILITY
CUSTOMER EQUIPMENT MUST COMPLY WITH UTILITY SPECIFIED SAFETY REQUIREMENTS, INCLUDING UL AND IEEE STANDARDS
CUSTOMER ELECTRICAL MODIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO LOCAL INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS
CONFIGURATION #2 - OFFSET / SELL METHOD
HOME / BUSINESS
M
TRANSFORMER
S
C
E
&
G
GENERAL GUIDELINES:
BI-DIRECTIONAL METER REQUIRED
CUSTOMER PURCHASES ENERGY FROM UTILITY AT APPLICABLE RATE
CUSTOMER SELLS EXCESS ENERGY TO UTILITY ACCORDING TO RATE SCHEDULE PR-1

SB
NET METERING CONFIGURATIONS
02-20-12
MTR-GEN
2
CONFIGURATION #3 - OFFSET NET METHOD
HOME

TRANSFORMER
S
C
E
&
G
GENERAL GUIDELINES:
BI-DIRECTIONAL METER REQUIRED
APPLICABLE ONLY TO RESIDENTIAL ACCOUNTS
CUSTOMER PURCHASES ENERGY FROM UTILITY ON APPLICABLE RESIDENTIAL RATE
CUSTOMER RECEIVES CREDIT FOR EXCESS ENERGY USING SAME RATE AS PURCHASED ENERGY
CONFIGURATION #4 - BUY ALL / SELL ALL METHOD
HOME / BUSINESS
M
M
TRANSFORMER
S
C
E
&
G
GENERAL GUIDELINES:
DUAL METERS REQUIRED
CUSTOMER PURCHASES ALL ENERGY FROM UTILITY AT APPLICABLE RATE
CUSTOMER SELLS ALL ENERGY TO UTILITY ACCORDING TO PR-1 TARIFF
CUSTOMER MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR PACE CREDITS

BUY ALL - SELL ALL

CO-GEN MTR SOCKET WIRING DIAGRAM
SB
02-20-12
MTR-GEN4
1
3'
AIR CONDITIONER, GENERATOR

OR OTHER OBSTRUCTION
GENERATOR METER
HOUSE METER
! WARNING
Customer Generation Connected
! WARNING
TO SCE&G
ELECTRIC UTILITY
(UG SERVICE SHOWN)
! WARNING
GENERATOR
DISCONNECT
TO CUSTOMER
OWNED GENERATOR
NOTES:
1. CUSTOMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL EQUIPMENT EXCEPT ELECTRIC METER.
2. DUAL METERS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS SERVICE. HOUSE METER IS TO BE LOCATED ON LEFT SIDE AND GENERATOR
METER LOCATED ON RIGHT SIDE, AS SHOWN.
3. GENERATOR SOCKET AND DISCONNECT SWITCH IS TO BE LABELED WITH WARNING, AS SHOW. SCE&G WILL
PROVIDE LABEL, STOCK CODE 080-7960-0380.
4. ALTHOUGH NOT REQUIRED, IT IS SUGGESTED THAT THE METER SOCKETS BE MODULAR OR GANGED STYLE.
5. ALL WORK ASSOCIATED WITH INSTALLATION MUST BE INSPECTED BY LOCAL AUTHORITY.
6. SEE SHEET 2 FOR WIRING DIAGRAM.

BUY ALL - SELL ALL

CO-GEN MTR SOCKET WIRING DIAGRAM
SB
02-20-12
SCE&G
TRANSFORMER
H2
H1
240
MTR-GEN4
2
CUSTOMER
GENERATOR
L1
120
120
L2
CO-GEN
METER
CUSTOMER
DISCONNECT
HOUSE
METER
CUSTOMER
LOAD CENTER
NOTES:
1. CUSTOMER GENERATOR CAN BE SOLAR, WIND OR OTHER QUALIFYING SYSTEM.
2. ALL EQUIPMENT MUST BE UL APPROVED, MEET IEEE STANDARDS AND SCE&G SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.
3. INSTALLATION MUST MEET N.E.C., LOCAL CODE AND SCE&G REQUIREMENTS.
4. CO-GEN METER SOCKET AND DISCONNECT SWITCH MUST BE MARKED WITH PERMANENT WARNING LABEL, SEE
SHEET 1. LABEL IS SUPPLIED BY SCE&G (STOCK CODE 080-7960-0380).
5. CONTACT SCE&G METERING DEPARTMENT FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.


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Section 5: Meter Installations

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Engineering Assistance Offices

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25. "Mobile Home" See Manufactured Home.

B. "Service lateral" - a system of underground conductors and equipment for delivering

D. "Service equipment" - the necessary disconnecting and protective equipment, usually

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Section 2: General Information

IT IS ALWAYS NECESSARY TO REFER TO AND COMPLY WITH STATUTES,

This booklet is issued as a convenient general reference for customers, architects,

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Section 2: General Information 5

Availability and Classification of Service

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Section 2: General Information 6

Temporary Service/Saw Service

EXCEPTIONS TO STEPS 1 & 2

Section 2: General Information 7

Each change of location of the "Temporary Service Assembly" shall

If providing temporary service requires the Company to install

Manufactured (Mobile Home) Service

Local code inspector approves service

SCE&G requirements are met; see drawing MTR-D, sheets 1-4.

Letter from home manufacturer ce1iifying the manufactured home meets

from attachment of service to a manufactured (mobile) home. Customer will be

Number of Services and Meters

In multiple occupancy buildings each customer's service entrance conductors shall be in a

Application for Service

Customers or prospective customers should advise the Company of contemplated

Alterations and Additions

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Use of Service by Customer

Interruption of Service and Liability

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THE COMPANY WILL MAKE ALL FINAL CONNECTIONS BETWEEN THE

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CUSTOMERS SHOULD BEAR IN MIND THAT THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE

Meter Tampering, Seals and Fraudulent Use

Terminate the service.

Charge the customer for unauthorized energy use.

Charge the customer for damage to SCE&G equipment.

Prosecute the customer for violation of state law.

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SOUTH CAROLINA STATE LAW PROVIDES FOR FINES OF UP TO $10,000

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Section 3: Overhead Service

If, in order to comply with requirements of governmental agencies, it becomes necessary

Service Conductors Attachment Point

Service Entrance General