Friday, June 26, 2009

Solar panel system (kinda) finished

We've got a total of 16 Evergreen 205W modules. Each panel was independently tested prior to installation.

The solar panels were installed on the rails by Jon and Michael.

To ensure completion by inspection time, there was no lunch break today.

The system was briefly tested, and we saw our (net) meter run backwards! We even captured this moment on video:
video

The state L&I inspector said he loves PV systems (this was his fifth PV inspection this week alone). He wanted grounding changes in a couple spots. Fortunately, these changes were completed immediately without requiring an additional separate inspection. We got the official approval stickers!

Now, here's the excruciating part: We have to wait before the PV system is operational. PUD has to come out twice more (two separate visits by different departments) for an incentive program inspection and the production meter installation. We don't know yet if that will be finished before or after July 4th.

0 comments:

Post a Comment