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Dear Town Inspections Officials, Please see our enclosed applications to permit a Solar Photovoltaic System in your jurisdiction. As you are likely aware, PV Squared is a worker-owned-cooperative B-Corp, employing 40+ people in Greenfield. We have installed thousands of PV Systems out of our Greenfield, MA Headquarters since 2002. PV Squared is committed to complying with all Commonwealth laws and regulations. Our worksite guidelines are created with the intention of exceeding all safety, electrical, and building requirements as defined by their respective jurisdictional entities. This includes the work of people from multiple disciplines, including electrical engineering, structural engineering, civil engineering, electricians, construction supervisors, roofers, and their associated helpers. We are a company that values training and education. We make certain that every individual is qualified for the roles and responsibilities that they assume. It is our policy to pay for the employees travel and training time and cost of the education, including CSL and Journeyman and Master Electrician classes. As an electrical contractor we are furthermore guided by the January 30, 2009 Massachusetts Board of State Examiners of Electricians (BSEE) judgements, and rulings that have followed. We pay strict adherence to these mandates and all electrical work is conducted by an electrician and an electrician’s apprentice in a 1:1 ratio. We also understand that non-electrical tasks associated with a Solar installation can be completed by non-electrical workers, such as CSLs and others. I have attached our installation policy for your review, as well as a list of example non-electrical tasks. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy or delineation of work, please let us know. We are a learning organization that is always trying to improve on what we do. Respectfully, Maya Fulford Installation Manager The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Board of Building Regulations and Standards Massachusetts State Building Code, 780 CMR Building Permit Application To Construct, Repair, Renovate Or Demolish a One- or Two-Family Dwelling FOR MUNICIPALITY USE Revised Mar 2011 This Section For Official Use Only Building Permit Number: _____________________ Date Applied: ______________________________ ___________________________________ ____________________________________________ ___________ Building Official (Print Name) Signature Date SECTION 1: SITE INFORMATION 1.1 Property Address: ____________________________________________ 1.1a Is this an accepted street? yes_____ no_____ 1.2 Assessors Map & Parcel Numbers _____________________ ____________________ Map Number Parcel Number 1.3 Zoning Information: _______________ ___________________ Zoning District Proposed Use 1.4 Property Dimensions: _____________________ ____________________ Lot Area (sq ft) Frontage (ft) 1.5 Building Setbacks (ft) Front Yard Side Yards Rear Yard Required Provided Required Provided Required Provided 1.6 Water Supply:(M.G.L c. 40, § 54) Public Private 1.7 Flood Zone Information: Zone: ___ Outside Flood Zone? Check if yes 1.8 Sewage Disposal System: Municipal On site disposal system SECTION 2: PROPERTY OWNERSHIP1 2.1 Owner 1of Record: ________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Name (Print) City, State, ZIP _____________________________________________ _________________ ___________________________________ No. and Street Telephone Email Address SECTION 3: DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED WORK2 (check all that apply) New Construction Existing Building Owner-Occupied Repairs(s) Alteration(s) Addition Demolition Accessory Bldg. Number of Units_____ Other Specify:________________________ Brief Description of Proposed Work2:_________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ SECTION 4: ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COSTS Item Estimated Costs: (Labor and Materials) Official Use Only 1. Building $ 1. Building Permit Fee: $_______ Indicate how fee is determined: Standard City/Town Application Fee Total Project Cost3 (Item 6) x multiplier _______ x _______ 2. Other Fees: $_________ List:_________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________ Total All Fees: $_______________ Check No. ______Check Amount: _______Cash Amount:______ Paid in Full Outstanding Balance Due:__________ 2. Electrical $ 3. Plumbing $ 4. Mechanical (HVAC) $ 5. Mechanical (Fire Suppression) $ 6.Total Project Cost:$ 3 Gleason Rd, Northampton MA 01060 Jordan Abbott Northampton MA 01060 3 Gleason Rd (415) 367-5216 jordangelabbott@yahoo.com ✔Solar PV Installation of 17 module PV array on residence roof 6951.50 16811.50 23763 SECTION 5: CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 5.1 Construction Supervisor License (CSL) ________________________________________________________ Name of CSL Holder _________________________________________________________ No. and Street _________________________________________________________ City/Town, State, ZIP _________________________________________________________ __________________ ______________________________________ Telephone Email address _____________________ ______________ License Number Expiration Date List CSL Type (see below) _______________ Type Description U Unrestricted (Buildings up to 35,000 cu. ft.) R Restricted 1&2 Family Dwelling M Masonry RC Roofing Covering WS Window and Siding SF Solid Fuel Burning Appliances I Insulation D Demolition 5.2 Registered Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) ______________________________________________________________ HIC Company Name or HIC Registrant Name ______________________________________________________________ No. and Street ________________________________________ ____________________ City/Town, State, ZIP Telephone _____________________ ______________ HIC Registration Number Expiration Date _______________________________________ Email address SECTION 6: WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE AFFIDAVIT (M.G.L. c. 152. § 25C(6)) Workers Compensation Insurance affidavit must be completed and submitted with this application. Failure to provide this affidavit will result in the denial of the Issuance of the building permit. Signed Affidavit Attached? Yes ………. No ……….. SECTION 7a: OWNER AUTHORIZATION TO BE COMPLETED WHEN OWNER’S AGENT OR CONTRACTOR APPLIES FOR BUILDING PERMIT I, as Owner of the subject property, hereby authorize_____________________________________________________ to act on my behalf, in all matters relative to work authorized by this building permit application. ______________________________________________________ ______________________ Print Owner’s Name (Electronic Signature) Date SECTION 7b: OWNER1 OR AUTHORIZED AGENT DECLARATION By entering my name below, I hereby attest under the pains and penalties of perjury that all of the information contained in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and understanding. _____________________________________________________________ ______________________ Print Owner’s or Authorized Agent’s Name (Electronic Signature) Date NOTES: 1. An Owner who obtains a building permit to do his/her own work, or an owner who hires an unregistered contractor (not registered in the Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) Program), will not have access to the arbitration program or guaranty fund under M.G.L. c. 142A. Other important information on the HIC Program can be found at www.mass.gov/oca Information on the Construction Supervisor License can be found at www.mass.gov/dps 2. When substantial work is planned, provide the information below: Total floor area (sq. ft.) _________________________ (including garage, finished basement/attics, decks or porch) Gross living area (sq. ft.) __________________ Habitable room count ______________________ Number of fireplaces______________________ Number of bedrooms _____________________ Number of bathrooms ____________________ Number of half/baths ______________________ Type of heating system ___________________ Number of decks/ porches __________________ Type of cooling system_____________________ Enclosed ______________Open _____________ 3. “Total Project Square Footage” may be substituted for “Total Project Cost” CS-111266 03/14/2023 Daniel Gomez-Gonzalez U 43 Hatfield Street Northampton MA 01060 413-772-8788 BUILDINGPERMITS@PVSQUARED.COOP PIONEER VALLEY PHOTOVOLTAICS COOP 140077 9/15/2023 311 WELLS STREET BUILDINGPERMITS@PVSQUARED.COOP GREENFIELD MA 01301 413-772-8788 ✔ Pioneer Valley Photovoltaics Coopertive SEE ATTACHMENT (A)SEE ATTACHMENT (A) 12/3/2021 Proposal and Agreement # 00016696 Page 8 of 14 Jordan Abbott - September 17, 2021 AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED AND SERVE AS AUTHORIZED AGENT I hereby agree to the Project as set out above, and I agree to pay the contract price according to the Terms of Payment. I further agree to the Terms and Conditions attached hereto as a part of this Proposal and Agreement. I hereby authorize Pioneer Valley PhotoVoltaics Cooperative to proceed with the above-referenced Project in accordance with this Agreement. I further authorize Pioneer Valley PhotoVoltaics Cooperative, or its designated representative, to obtain required permits for this project on behalf of the Owner. I will allow any photographs or videos of this project to be used by Pioneer Valley PhotoVoltaics Cooperative for marketing purposes. A check for the First Payment is enclosed and I am returning this Agreement within 21 days of the Proposal date. ________________________________________ ______________________ Printed Name Date ________________________________________ ______________________ Signature Title DocuSign Envelope ID: 517411BD-9B28-47DD-A932-ED0265D207F4 Jordan Abbott 9/17/2021 | 5:21 PM EDT System Owner(s) 12/22/2020 Webber & Grinnell 8 North King Street Northampton MA 01060 Kathy Parker (413) 586-0111 (413) 586-6481 kparker@webberandgrinnell.com Pioneer Valley PhotoVoltaics Cooperative, Inc. Attn: Kim Pinkham 311 Wells Street, Suite B Greenfield MA 01301 Ohio Casualty/Liberty 24074 Ohio Security/Liberty 24082 Continental Indemnity/AUW CL20122214681 A BKS57072282 01/01/2021 01/01/2022 1,000,000 300,000 15,000 1,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 B BAS57072282 01/01/2021 01/01/2022 1,000,000 Underinsured motorist combined single limit 300,000 A 10,000 USO57072282 01/01/2021 01/01/2022 5,000,000 5,000,000 C N 375928710101 01/01/2021 01/01/2022 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 A Commercial Property BKS57072282 01/01/2021 01/01/2022 Business Pers Property $1,820,700 Installation $25,000 Transportation $75,000 Worker's compensation includes MA and NY Proof of Insurance SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POLICY PROVISIONS. INSURER(S) AFFORDING COVERAGE INSURER F : INSURER E : INSURER D : INSURER C : INSURER B : INSURER A : NAIC # NAME:CONTACT (A/C, No):FAX E-MAILADDRESS: PRODUCER (A/C, No, Ext):PHONE INSURED REVISION NUMBER:CERTIFICATE NUMBER:COVERAGES IMPORTANT: If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED, the policy(ies) must have ADDITIONAL INSURED provisions or be endorsed. If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy, certain policies may require an endorsement. A statement on this certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder in lieu of such endorsement(s). THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER, AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. OTHER: (Per accident) (Ea accident) $ $ N / A SUBR WVD ADDL INSD THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES. LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. $ $ $ $PROPERTY DAMAGE BODILY INJURY (Per accident) BODILY INJURY (Per person) COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT AUTOS ONLY AUTOSAUTOS ONLY NON-OWNED SCHEDULEDOWNED ANY AUTO AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY Y / N WORKERS COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERS' LIABILITY OFFICER/MEMBER EXCLUDED?(Mandatory in NH) DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS belowIf yes, describe under ANY PROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE $ $ $ E.L. DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT E.L. DISEASE - EA EMPLOYEE E.L. EACH ACCIDENT EROTH-STATUTEPER LIMITS(MM/DD/YYYY)POLICY EXP(MM/DD/YYYY)POLICY EFFPOLICY NUMBERTYPE OF INSURANCELTRINSR DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS / LOCATIONS / VEHICLES (ACORD 101, Additional Remarks Schedule, may be attached if more space is required) EXCESS LIAB UMBRELLA LIAB $EACH OCCURRENCE $AGGREGATE $ OCCUR CLAIMS-MADE DED RETENTION $ $PRODUCTS - COMP/OP AGG $GENERAL AGGREGATE $PERSONAL & ADV INJURY $MED EXP (Any one person) $EACH OCCURRENCEDAMAGE TO RENTED $PREMISES (Ea occurrence) COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY CLAIMS-MADE OCCUR GEN'L AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER: POLICY PRO-JECT LOC CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE DATE (MM/DD/YYYY) CANCELLATION AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ACORD 25 (2016/03) © 1988-2015 ACORD CORPORATION. All rights reserved. CERTIFICATE HOLDER The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD HIREDAUTOS ONLY The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Industrial Accidents 1 Congress Street, Suite 100 Boston, MA 02114-2017 www.mass.gov/dia Workers’ Compensation Insurance Affidavit: Builders/Contractors/Electricians/Plumbers. TO BE FILED WITH THE PERMITTING AUTHORITY. Applicant Information Please Print Legibly Name (Business/Organization/Individual):______________________________________________________ Address:__________________________________________________________________________ City/State/Zip:_____________________________ Phone #:________________________________ *Any applicant that checks box #1 must also fill out the section below showing their workers’ compensation policy information. †Homeowners who submit this affidavit indicating they are doing all work and then hire outside contractors must submit a new affidavit indicating such. ‡Contractors that check this box must attached an additional sheet showing the name of the sub-contractors and state whether or not those entities have employees. If the sub-contractors have employees, they must provide their workers’ comp. policy number. I am an employer that is providing workers’ compensation insurance for my employees. Below is the policy and job site information. Insurance Company Name:____________________________________________________________________________ Policy # or Self-ins. Lic. #:__________________________________________ Expiration Date:____________________ Job Site Address: City/State/Zip:______________________ Attach a copy of the workers’ compensation policy declaration page (showing the policy number and expiration date). Failure to secure coverage as required under MGL c. 152, §25A is a criminal violation punishable by a fine up to $1,500.00 and/or one-year imprisonment, as well as civil penalties in the form of a STOP WORK ORDER and a fine of up to $250.00 a day against the violator. A copy of this statement may be forwarded to the Office of Investigations of the DIA for insurance coverage verification. I do hereby certify under the pains and penalties of perjury that the information provided above is true and correct. Signature: Date: Phone #: Official use only. Do not write in this area, to be completed by city or town official. City or Town: ___________________________________ Permit/License #_________________________________ Issuing Authority (circle one): 1. Board of Health 2. Building Department 3. City/Town Clerk 4. Electrical Inspector 5. Plumbing Inspector 6. Other ______________________________ Contact Person:_________________________________________ Phone #:_________________________________ Type of project (required): 7. New construction 8. Remodeling 9. Demolition 10 Building addition 11. Electrical repairs or additions 12. Plumbing repairs or additions 13. Roof repairs 14. Other____________________ 1. I am a employer with _________employees (full and/or part-time).* 2. I am a sole proprietor or partnership and have no employees working for me in any capacity. [No workers’ comp. insurance required.] 3. I am a homeowner doing all work myself. [No workers’ comp. insurance required.] † 4. I am a homeowner and will be hiring contractors to conduct all work on my property. I will ensure that all contractors either have workers’ compensation insurance or are sole proprietors with no employees. 5. I am a general contractor and I have hired the sub-contractors listed on the attached sheet. These sub-contractors have employees and have workers’ comp. insurance.‡ 6. We are a corporation and its officers have exercised their right of exemption per MGL c. 152, §1(4), and we have no employees. [No workers’ comp. insurance required.] Are you an employer? 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DBA PV Squared Solar 311 Wells Street, SuiteB Greenfield MA 01301 413-772-8788 ✔48 ✔Solar PV Continental Indemnity/AUW 37-592871-01-01 01/01/2022 3 Gleason Rd Northampton 01060 413-772-8788 311 WELLS STREET, SUITE B GREENFIELD, MA 01301 WWW.PVSQUARED.COOP 413-772-8788 SIZE: PV SQUARED SOLAR SCALE: DATE: BY: ABBOTT NORTHAMPTON 3 GLEASON RD NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060 SITE PLAN & PROJECT INFO. 12/3/21 RTC NO SCALE 11x17 PV-M1AERIAL MAP NOT TO SCALEA SITE PLAN NOT TO SCALEB PROJECT INFORMATION: Owner:Jordan Abbott Address:3 Gleason Rd Northampton, MA 01060 SYSTEM DETAILS Total System Size: 6.46 kW DC (Solar) 6 kW AC (Solar) Modules:(17) LG380N1C-A6 Inverters:(1) SE-6000H-US000BNI4 Optimizers (17) SE P401 DESIGN CRITERIA Design Snow Load 40 (pfs) Design Wind Speed 118 (mph) Exposure Category C Risk Category II AUTHORITY HAVING JURISDICTION Building:Kevin Ross (413) 587-1239 Electrical:Roger Malo (413) 587-1244 Code Ref NEC 2020 (MA) Electrical Utility:Ngrid PROJECT NOTES SOLAR ARRAY(ROOF) UTILITY SERVICE METER SOLAR PV (SMART) PRODUCTION METER SOLAR PV DISCONNECT (OUTSIDE) SOLAR PV EQUIPMENT (BASEMENT) MAIN SERVICE PANEL MAIN SERVICE DISCONNECT (BASEMENT) Array 3723 16" Roof 390"Roof 168"Array 13714"Array 12313 16"Array 2065 8" 73 4" 1 9 16"41" 681 2" 113 4" 155 8" 311 WELLS STREET, SUITE B GREENFIELD, MA 01301 WWW.PVSQUARED.COOP 413-772-8788 SIZE: PV SQUARED SOLAR SCALE: DATE: BY: ABBOTT NORTHAMPTON 3 GLEASON RD NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060 ARRAY LAYOUT & ROOF DATA 12/3/21 RTC AS SHOWN 11x17 PV-M2MODULE DETAIL SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"A ARRAY LAYOUT SCALE: 1/4" = 1'-0"B ROOF SPECIFICATIONS: Material: 26 ga. Standing Seam Attachment Structure Rafters/Decking Pitch 20° Azimuth 200° MODULE SPECIFICATIONS: MODUEL MODEL LG380N1C-A6 Dimensions 68.5" x 41.02" x 40mm Clamp Long Side 7 3/4"-15 5/8" Clamp Short Side 0"-11 3/4" RAIL SPECIFICATIONS Make & Model:Ironridge XR100 Clamp Torque:80 in-lbs L-Foot Torque:250 in-lbs Max Span:74" Max Cantilever:30" ATTACHMENT SPECIFICATIONS Bases:AceClamp A2N Seam Clamp Torque:195 in-lbs Top Bolt Torque:125 in-lbs ARRAY NOTES 1.Framing and attachment locations to be verified on site. 2.Unless otherwise noted bases are staggered and spaced not more than 48" O.C. 3.Additional or alternative bases may be used to meet actual roof conditions. 4.Ironridge Rail Gap Spacing: 4.1.3/8" Horizontal Spacing 4.2.1/4" Vertical Spacing Roof Seams 15 5 8 " On Center Vent Pipe Seam Clamps New England Construction Engineering, PLC 436 Campbell Street (NECE) Structural Construction Solutions White River Junction, VT 05001 Jonathan Rugg, P.E. 603-903-9798 j.rugg@NewEnglandConstructionEngineering.com November 30, 2021 Ms. Madeleine Geschwind Pioneer Valley PhotoVoltaics Cooperative, Inc. 311 Wells Street, Suite B Greenfield, MA 01301 Re: Abbott Residence, N0rthampton, MA NECE Project No. 21‐01 T‐121 Dear Ms. Geschwind, At your request New England Construction Engineering, PLC (NECE) has reviewed the information that Pioneer Valley PhotoVoltaics Cooperative, Inc. (PV Squared) provided on the roof and supporting structure of the Abbott residence, at 3 Gleason Road, in Northampton, MA. The purpose of this review was to provide an opinion regarding the structure's capacity to support a proposed rooftop mounted photovoltaic (PV) array. The information that you provided is attached to this letter for reference. You are proposing to mount PV panels on the house roof. The house is a two‐story wood framed residence with a gable roof, and unfinished attic. The roof has a 20° pitch. The main house is approximately 25’x30’. The roof is supported by 2x6 Douglas Fir rafters at 16” O.C. These rafter span approximately 12.5’ on the horizontal. Second‐floor ceiling joists resist the outward end reactions of the rafters on the walls. The roof had asphalt shingles which have been replaced by standing seam metal roofing. The photographs that you provided suggest that the house and roof are well maintained and that the roof is performing well. There is no evidence of distress or large deflections NECE’s review and analysis included controlling gravity load combinations (snow and dead load). Conclusion: Based on my review of the information that you provided, I conclude that, the roof will support your proposed PV array. I base this opinion on the following. The PV panels will be installed parallel to the roof, eliminating additional wind load. The ground snow load (Pg) for Northampton is 40psf. The minimum flat roof snow load (Pf) is also 35psf. The information that you provided indicates that the proposed panels weigh approximately 2.3psf. New England Construction Engineering, PLC PV Squared – Abbott Residence Jonathan Rugg, P.E. Northampton, MA Page 2 of 2 In summary, in my opinion, the roof will support your proposed PV array. Thank you for the opportunity to assist with this project. If I can be of further assistance, please contact Jonathan Rugg at NECE. Sincerely, Jonathan Rugg, P.E. New England Construction Engineering, PLC. Attachments: ‐Building & Proposed Array Information LG380N1C-A6 About LG Electronics USA, Inc. LG Electronics is a global leader in electronic products in the clean energy markets by offering solar PV panels and energy storage systems. The company first embarked on a solar energy source research program in 1985, supported by LG Group’s vast experience in the semi-conductor, LCD, chemistry and materials industries. In 2010, LG Solar successfully released its first MonoX® series to the market, which is now available in 32 countries. The NeON® (previous MonoX® NeON), NeON®2, NeON®2 BiFacial won the “Intersolar AWARD” in 2013, 2015 and 2016, which demonstrates LG’s leadership and innovation in the solar industry. 380W The LG NeON® 2 is LG’s best selling solar module and one of the most powerful and versatile modules on the market today. The cells are designed to appear all-black at a distance, and the performance warranty guarantees 90.6% of labeled power output at 25 years. 60 When you go solar, ask for the brand you can trust: LG Solar Enhanced Performance Warranty LG NeON® 2 has an enhanced performance warranty. After 25 years, LG NeON® 2 is guaranteed at least 90.6% of initial performance. Roof Aesthetics LG NeON® 2 has been designed with aesthetics in mind using thinner wires that appear all black at a distance. Solid Performance on Hot Days LG NeON® 2 performs well on hot days due to its low temperature coefficient. 25-Year Limited Product Warranty The NeON® 2 is covered by a 25-year limited product warranty. In addition, up to $450 of labor costs will be covered in the rare case that a module needs to be repaired or replaced. yrs25 Warranty Features LG380N1C-A6 I-V Curves General Data Cell Properties (Material/Type)Monocrystalline/N-type Cell Maker LG Cell Configuration 60 Cells (6 x 10) Module Dimensions (L x W x H)1,740mm x 1,042mm x 40mm Weight 18.6 kg Glass (Material)Tempered Glass with AR Coating Backsheet (Color)White Frame (Material)Anodized Aluminium Junction Box (Protection Degree)IP 68 with 3 Bypass Diodes Cables (Length)1,100mm x 2EA Connector (Type/Maker)MC 4/MC Electrical Properties (NMOT) Model LG380N1C-A6 Maximum Power (Pmax)[W]285 MPP Voltage (Vmpp)[V]33.5 MPP Current (Impp)[A]8.49 Open Circuit Voltage (Voc)[V]39.4 Short Circuit Current (Isc)[A]9.16 Temperature Characteristics NMOT*[°C] 42 ± 3 Pmax [%/°C]-0.34 Voc [%/°C]-0.26 Isc [%/°C] 0.03 *NMOT (Nominal Module Operating Temperature): Irradiance 800 W/m2, Ambient temperature 20°C, Wind speed 1 m/s, Spectrum AM 1.5 *STC (Standard Test Condition): Irradiance 1000 W/m², cell temperature 25°C, AM 1.5 Electrical Properties (STC*) Model LG380N1C-A6 Maximum Power (Pmax)[W]380 MPP Voltage (Vmpp)[V]35.7 MPP Current (Impp)[A]10.65 Open Circuit Voltage (Voc, 5%)[V]41.9 Short Circuit Current (Isc, 5%)[A]11.39 Module Efficiency [%]21.0 Bifaciality Coefficient of Power [%]10 Power Tolerance [%]0 ~ +3 +- +- Operating Conditions Operating Temperature [°C] -40 ~+85 Maximum System Voltage [V]1,000 Maximum Series Fuse Rating [A]20 Mechanical Test Load* (Front)[Pa/psf]5,400 Mechanical Test Load* (Rear)[Pa/psf]4,000 *Based on IEC 61215-2 : 2016 (Test Load = Design Load x Safety Factor (1.5)) Mechanical Test Loads 6,000Pa / 5,400Pa based on IEC 61215 : 2005 Certifications and Warranty Certifications* IEC 61215-1/-1-1/2 : 2016, IEC 61730-1/2 :2016, UL 61730-1 : 2017, UL 61730-2 : 2017 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001 OHSAS 18001 Salt Mist Corrosion Test IEC 61701:2012 Severity 6 Ammonia Corrosion Test IEC 62716 : 2013 Module Fire Performance Type 1 (UL 61730) Fire Rating Class C (UL 790, ULC/ORD C 1703) Solar Module Product Warranty 25 Year Limited Solar Module Output Warranty Linear Warranty* *Improved: 1st year 98.5%, from 2-24th year: 0.33%/year down, 90.6% at year 25 1042.0 / 41.0 (Size of Short Side)320.0 / 12.61002.0 / 39.4 (Distance between Grounding & Mounting Holes) 175.0 / 6.9 1100 / 43.3Cable Length 40.0 / 1.57 105.0 / 4.1220.0 / 8.616 - 8.0 x 3.0 / 0.3 x 0.1 Drain Holes 8 - Ø4.3 / 0.2 Grounding Holes 8 - 8.5 x 12.0 / 0.3 x 0.5 Mounting Holes Junction Box 1100.0 / 43.3 (Distance between Mounting Holes)1300.0 / 51.2 (Distance between Mounting Holes)1740.0 / 68.5 (Size of Long Side)Dimensions (mm/inch) LG Electronics USA, Inc.Solar Business Division2000 Millbrook DriveLincolnshire, IL 60069 www.lg-solar.com Product specifications are subject to change without notice. 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All rights reserved. 200W 400W 600W 800W 1000W Voltage [V]Current [A]12.0 10.0 8.0 6.0 4.0 2.0 0.0 0.0 10.05.0 20.015.0 30.025.0 45.040.035.0 Packaging Configuration Number of Modules per Pallet [EA]25 Number of Modules per 40' Container [EA]650 Number of Modules per 53’ Container [EA]850 Packaging Box Dimensions (L x W x H)[mm]1,790 x 1,120 x 1,213 Packaging Box Dimensions (L x W x H)[in]70.5 x 44.1 x 47.8 Packaging Box Gross Weight [kg]500 Packaging Box Gross Weight [lb]1,102 Cut Sheet See Description / Length 2.44 .58 1.25 2.34 1.99 .66 .46 APPROVED MATERIALS: 6005-T6, 6005A-T61, 6105-T5, 6N01-T6 (34,000 PSI YIELD STRENGTH MINIMUM) XR100 Rail v1.1 Cut Sheet v1.0 12.0 1 2 XR-100-SPLC-BD KIT, XR100 BONDED SPLICE 2) Screw, Self Drilling 1.93 1.24 .93 1) Splice, XR100, Mill 12" long .31 .42 .63 .15 #12-14 TYPE “B” THREAD XR-100 RAIL Property Value Material 6000 Series Aluminum Finish Mill Property Value Material 300 Series Stainless Steel Finish Clear XR100 Bonded Splice A2® SSMR Clamp Pre-assembled clamp allows for easy torque installation Non-penetrating sliding pin design does not damage the panel High wind-load resistance Available for two or three-hole brackets (2-6 inches in height) Engineered for snow retention systems on single, double or snap-lock SSMR The PROOF Is On The ROOF™ 87 Spring Lane | Plainville, CT 06062 860-351-0686 a product of Cut Sheet | 5056 *Photos shown are for representative purposes only. Actual product may vary. Design subject to change without notice. Additional panel profi les & torque specs: www.aceclamp.com e panel Designed for Architects Manufactured for Contractors Labor Savings for Installers Single Lock Double Lock Snap Lock 0.81 1.69 0.58 1.63 .X = +/- .1.XX = +/- .01.XXX= +/- .005 1 7/8" 5/16" A 46 SERRATIONS 3"1 1/4"3/8" 3/8"+-.006.002 7/8" X 82° 3/4" CLLC R.005 R.010 1/8" R1/16" 2X R.011/8" 60.00° 1/16" 1/4" DETAIL ASCALE 3:1 SHEET 1 OF 1SCALE: 1:1 1/6/2012 MATERIAL: 289 Harrel StreetMorrisville, VT 05661Toll Free Phone 1.877.859.3947Toll Free Fax 1.888.766.9994web www.ecofastensolar.come-mail info@ecofastensolar.com 6000 SERIES ALUMINUM SCL-101-3 Pioneer Valley PhotoVoltaics Cooperative POLICY DOCUMENT #9 Current version adopted by the Board of Directors on April 28, 2011 Policy # 9 Installation Crew Operating Policy INSTALLATION CREW OPERATING POLICY This policy applies to all PV Squared employees in Massachusetts, but is particularly directed at those involved in the installation of solar electric and other renewable energy systems (licensed electrician, learner/apprentice electrician, licensed constructor supervisor, supervised carpenter and laborer). When engaged in this work as an employee of PV Squared on a PV Squared project site, activities of PV Squared employees are covered under the General Liability Insurance maintained by the Cooperative. It is the intent of this policy to provide clarity to installation situations where the applicable codes and regulations are unclear, ambiguous, or silent. It is possible that a municipal building or electrical inspector could interpret the codes and regulations in a manner that differs from what appears here. But this policy sets out, in writing, how the cooperative interprets legal work requirements and unclear details. It is an internal consensus working model, intended to be revised and improved from time to time. As a general matter, a city’s or town’s Building Commissioner is charged with enforcing the State Building Code, Plumbing and Gas Code, Electrical Code and Architectural Access Code. The commissioner addresses concerns about the safety, accessibility and security of construction of homes and businesses. The commissioner also enforces zoning bylaws. In accordance with Massachusetts General Law, employees of the cooperative who perform electrical tasks and activities must hold a Massachusetts journeymen’s electrician license or be under the direct supervision of such licensed personnel. These tasks and activities include installing electrical wiring, conduits, apparatus, devices, fixtures or other appliances for carrying or using the electricity associated with Renewable Energy Generators (electrically active solar photovoltaic modules, wind turbine-generators, hydroelectric generators, etc.). In no circumstances shall the Massachusetts licensed journeymen have more than one learner or apprentice working with him/her or under his/her supervision. Mounting structures come in a variety of configurations and have differing functional and physical characteristics.A structural component or assembly becomes associated with electrical work as the Renewable Energy Generator is electrically bonded to the mounting structure. Unless otherwise noted in M.G.L. c.143 §§3 through §§60 inclusive, all structural work defined as follows shall not be required to be performed by a Massachusetts licensed journeymen electrician: Structural improvements Elements of a Renewable Energy Generator’s support structure that fall under a building permit (e.g., assembly of top-of-pole mounting structure on steel pole with concrete foundation prior to execution of any required electrical bonding of the support structure and associated renewable energy generator (solar electric module) to the support structure Pioneer Valley PhotoVoltaics Cooperative POLICY DOCUMENT #9 Current version adopted by the Board of Directors on April 28, 2011 Policy # 9 Installation Crew Operating Policy Roof-top mounting support structures including but not limited to posts, stand-offs, flashings, feet, and mounting rails Operation of heavy equipment involved in moving, hoisting, digging and other tasks Earth work, excavation and concrete work Manual labor involved in moving loading and unloading of equipment Moving, hoisting, and attaching an electrically bonded panel assembly (defined as one or more assembled and electrically bonded solar electric modules) to an existing structural support designed to host the panel assembly. Note however that construction of a panel assembly is an electrical task due to the required electrical bonding activities. Repair and Servicing of Installed Equipment Repair or replacement of an electrically bonded and/or energized renewable energy generator (e.g., installed solar electric panel) will be performed by a licensed electrician or properly supervised learner or apprentice working with the licensed electrician. Replacement of an installed inverter must be performed by a licensed electrician or properly supervised learner or apprentice working with the licensed electrician, if the work requires removal of AC and/or DC conduit and associated wiring that originates outside of the installed inverter (e.g., removal of external AC conduit and wiring between the inverter and point of interconnection with the on-site electrical service). Note that this activity may require a wiring permit in some local jurisdictions. This requirement also applies to the servicing of an installed inverter that involves replacement or repair of components and wiring internal to the pre-manufacturer inverter (i.e., factory installed components that were originally shipped with the inverter) even though such activity may not require a wiring permit. Replacement of an installed inverter may also be performed by a qualified technician who may or may not be a licensed electrician or properly supervised learner or apprentice working with a licensed electrician if the inverter is of a “plug and play” design. Such a qualified technician can also performed other tasks that include installation and servicing inverter-based performance monitoring systems (e.g., replacing internal communication cards, making “plug and play” ethernet connections, etc.), assuming these activities do not require creation of a new AC power source circuit to operate the communication system(s). Non Electrical Work at a typical PV Squared installation: All Material Handling tasks o Module prep and moving o Ladder lift set up o Ladder set up o Trash/recycling removal and sorting Structural Improvements o All carpentry work Roof Mount Array o Fall protection anchor setup and removal o Layout and mounting bases o Racking up to but not including “bonding/grounding related activities” o Leveling of racking o Sealing seams/patching roofing/additional flashing Ground mount array o Site work, earth moving o Trenching/digging o Construction of racking up to but not including “bonding/grounding related activities” Conduit run o Making holes in structure o Fire blocking, sealing penetrations o Stickers Power Board o Build wall, hang plywood o Stickers Interconnection o Stickers Monitoring o Wifi options o Any “plug and play” devices o Programming of monitoring devices o Computer based activities Installation completion o Final building inspections o Install pictures - See checklist o Update one line and roof drawings to reflect as built o Completion checklist o Notes for others o COC left onsite Misc o Truck Organizing o Material List, ordering o Daily check-in o Customer interaction and training activities