A PDF of Section II. of the S.I.R. only (extracted from original document)
This SIR for New Distributed Generators and/or Energy Storage Systems 5 MW or Less Connected in Parallel with Utility Distribution Systems (SIR) provides a framework for processing applications
The generator-owner shall provide a 24-hour telephone and email/electronic contact. This contact will be used by the utility to arrange access for repairs, inspection, or emergencies.
The utility reserves the right to require a power-producing facility to connect to the utility system through a dedicated transformer.
Generating equipment with system size larger than 25 kW and non-inverter based systems of 25 kW or less shall be capable of being isolated from the utility system by means of an external, manual, visible, gang-operated, load break disconnecting switch.
The requirements for acceptable flicker levels shall be in accordance with the latest version of IEEE Std 1453
If the average power factor, as measured at the PCC, is less than 0.9 (leading or lagging), the method of power factor correction necessitated by the installation of the generator will be negotiated with the utility as a commercial item.
Systems must be designed and operated so that islanding is not sustained on utility distribution circuits or on substation bus and transmission systems.
In order for the equipment to be acceptable for interconnection to the utility system without additional protective devices, the interface equipment must be equipped with the minimum protective function requirements listed in the table in Section II.A.5 and be tested by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL).
In order for the equipment to be acceptable for interconnection to the utility system without additional protective devices, the interface equipment must be equipped with the minimum protective function requirements listed in the table in Section II.A.5 and be tested by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL).
In order for the equipment to be acceptable for interconnection to the utility system without additional protective devices, the interface equipment must be equipped with the minimum protective function requirements listed in the table in Section II.A.5 and be tested by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL).