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OMSES MODULE 4
Session 4.3
System Commissioning
System Commissioning: Introduction, Final inspection

of system installation, Testing, Commissioning,
System documentation
System Commissioning
• The process of testing a PV system to
confirm that it is producing electricity
and interacting correctly with the
electricity grid is known as system
commissioning.
Before an installer leaves the system
to the customer it should be tested
and inspected to ensure that the
system is compliant with national
and local standards and
regulations, that all components
have been safely installed and that
all components are functioning as
expected.
• The procedures for inspecting, testing and
commissioning, as well as the training
requirements for the personnel who
undertake these procedures, are governed by
local codes and regulations. An overview of
these procedures is provided in the following
slides.
National standards for commissioning
PV systems
• US: Article 690 of the National Electric

Code (NEC) outlines inspection and
testing requirements for PV systems.
The Institute for Electrical and
Electronics Engineers (IEEE) standard
is also used: IEEE 1547 Standard for
interconnecting distributed resources
with electric power systems.
• International Electrotechnical Commission:
The IEC provides international standards, IEC
62446 Grid-connected photovoltaic systems –
Minimum requirements for system
documentation, commissioning tests and
inspection.
• This standard is intended to provide a
template for electricians
• UK: BS 7671 is the British wiring regulation
and PV systems including inspection and
testing requirements are covered in Section
712.
• The local distribution network operator (DNO)
may also require various tests and
documentation.
• Australia and New Zealand: The Australia and
New Zealand Standards (AS/NZS) cover the
commissioning of photovoltaic systems in
AS/NZS4777 Grid connection of energy
systems via inverters and AS/NZS5033
Installation of photovoltaic (PV) arrays.
• Canada: The Canada Standards Association
covers commissioning in CSA C22.2 no. 107.1-
01 (R2006) – General use power supplies.
• Singapore: CP 5: 1998 – Electrical installations
and Amendment no. 1 to CP 5: 1998
Final inspection of system installation
• Before the PV system is commissioned, a final
inspection should be undertaken to ensure
the system is ready to be tested.
• If any issues are identified they should be
addressed before any part of the system is
switched on and/or tested.
• The equipment and installation should be
checked to ensure that:
• Equipment and components are not damaged.
• The system matches the design documents
and all equipment has been correctly
connected according to the wiring diagrams.
• Equipment and components comply with local
safety standards and are suitable for use in a
utility-interactive PV system.
• The site has been left clean and tidy and
presents no hazards for the general public.
• The signs and warning labels required by local
codes are present.
• Ensure that Array and Array frame installed
correctly
• Inspect the array suitable for location
• The frame is sturdy, is appropriately rated for
local wind and snow conditions.
• Has been installed so that any roof
penetrations are properly sealed and
weatherproofed
• The inverter should be inspected prior to
commissioning to ensure that it is securely
mounted and all electrical connections in and
out of the unit are firm.
• The location of the inverter should also be
considered during this inspection to ensure
that it is accessible for maintenance and
emergency disconnection, has been
appropriately weatherproofed, and that
allowances have been made to ensure
sufficient ventilation.
• The wiring and electrical components should also
be inspected.
• The inspection should ensure that all wiring and
components are securely installed and
adequately protected against mechanical and
environmental damage.
• It should be ensured that they are fully
operational, are correctly sized and installed in
accordance with standards and regulations.
• All disconnects/isolators must be easily
accessible in case of an emergency.
This inspection process should be documented and a copy of the

documentation should be left with the customer for their records
End of session 4.3

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System Commissioning: Introduction, Final inspection

• US: Article 690 of the National Electric

This inspection process should be documented and a copy of the

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