SECTION 26 31 00

ROOF INTEGRATED PHOTOVOLTAIC COLLECTORS

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PART 1
1.1

GENERAL

Summary

A.. Section includes: Fully operational roof integrated photovoltaic, grid tied,
electric generating system.
B.

C.

Definitions
1.

Guidelines:
1.
Provide a complete and useable PV system to include but not
limited to PV Modules Array, BOS (Balance of System)
components PV modules, wiring, fuses, combiner circuit,
monitors, meters, inverters, transformers, transfer switch and
lightning protection as applicable.

2.

D.

RIPV Roof integrated PV system consisting of the

roof element that has the solar array built into it
rather than using a separate array. This enhancement
consists of installing a complete, grid connected PV
system in the available and designated roof space.

Consider roof-mounted photovoltaic energy generating systems

for building with recommended clearance from shading,
appropriate roof orientation, and roof area availability. Roof
availability will have to consder other roof mounted systems
which may include required HVAC equipment, personnel access
paths and standoffs from the roof edge.Functional roof
availability may be less that 50%. Additional space will be
required in building for RIPV inverter, disconnect switches and
over-current protection.

Performance Requirements:
1.
PV system shall be estimated to produce (______)kWh AC of
energy per year.
2.
AC kWh energy production shall take into consideration system

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1.2

losses, including but not limited to wire losses, fault protection

losses, inverter efficiency and system component degradation
over life expectacy of system.
Method and results of PV system performance estimates shall
be shared with Owner and submitted as part of the bid.
AC kWh energy production estimates shall report quantities of
physical area required for PV modules and PV system size
(_________kW AC Power Rating or ________kW DC STC
Power Rating.)

RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 061100 Rough Carpentry: Plywood Roof Sheathing
B. Section 061500 Wood Decking

1.3

REFERENCES
A
B.

1.4

UL 1703 Flat Plate Photovoltaic Modules and Panels; Current edition,

Including All Revisions
UL 790 Standard Test Method for Fire Tests of Roof Coverings

SUBMITTALS
A.

Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00

B.

See Section 01 60 00

C.

Product Data: Provide manufacturers printed product information

indicating material characteristics, performance criteria and product
limitations.

D.

Manufacturers Installation Instructions: Provide published instructions

that indicate preparation required and installation procedures.

E.

Certificate of Compliance: Provide Certificate of Compliance from an

independent laboratory indicating that the roof integrated photovoltaic
made in normal production meet or exceeds the requirements of the
following:
1.
UL 790 Class A Fire Resistance
2.
UL 1703 Flat Plate Photovoltaic Modules and Panels.

F.

Shop Drawings:
1.
Submit shop drawings covering fabrication, installation and finish
of specified systems.
a.
Fully dimensioned plans and elevations with detail
coordination keys.
b.
Electrical and structural penetration details of weathertight building envelope.
c.
Locations and types of exposed fasteners and joints
d.
Wiring diagrams
e.
Rough-in requirements.

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QUALITY ASSURANCE

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A.

B.
C.
D.
E.
F.

1.6

Single Source Responsibility: To ensure quality of appearance and

performance, obtain equipment for system from single source photovoltaic
system installer or from manufacturers approved by photovoltaic system
installer.
Manufacturer Qualifications: Submit proof that photovoltaic installer is
member in good standing with manufacturers credentialed photovoltaic
program and is familiar with application of PV system.
Manufacturing facility certified to ISO 9001
Provide system meeting requirements of federal, state and local building
codes
Provide system that meets or exceeds governing electric utility company
interconnection requirements for self-generating equipment.
Certifications: Submit system component manufacturers certification that
products furnished for project meet or exceed specified requirements.

DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A.
B.
C.
D.

1.7

Comply with requirements of Section 01 60 00

Protect finished surfaces as necessary to prevent damages.
Do not leave coating residue on any surfaces
Replace damaged units.

PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.
B.

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Environmental Requirements:
1.
Do not install system during rain, snow or windy conditions
2.
Work on a dry roof only.
Existing Conditions: Ensure existing conditions are stable, solid and ready to
accept new constructions.

WARRANTY
A.
B.
C.

Furnish Standard PV modules and panel components providing

manufacturers limited warranty of 10 year minimum
Furnish 25 year power generation warranty
Extended Warranties Protection (can be provided by a CertainTeed
Credentialed Solar Contractor once fees and requirements are met.)
1. Silver Warranty Inverter, PV modules & other components and
workmanship for period of 10 years.
2. Gold Warranty Inverter, PV modules & other components covered
for 10 years Workmanship covered for 15 year
period

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PART 2
2.1

PRODUCTS
MANUFACTURERS

A.

Acceptable Manufacturer: Provide products manufactured and or sold by the

CertainTeed Corporation. Contact Solar Sales Support Group, 15825 N. 71 st Street,
Suite 205, Scottsdale, AZ 85254. Phone 877-596-0471

B.

Substitutions: Not permitted.

C.

Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with

provisions of Section.01 60 00.

2.2

Basis of Design RIPV: CertainTeed Apollo PV System.

2.3

Required Equipment
1. See CertainTeed Apollo kits (Modules & Balance of System)
2. Offer at additional expense Online Monitoring System Option

PART 3
3.1
A.
B.

3.2
A.
B.

EXECUTION

EXAMINATION
Verify item provided by other Sections of are properly sized and
located.
Examine supporting members to ensure surfaces are at proper
elevation and are free from dirt or other deleterious matter.
INSTALLATION
Locate PV array as shown on Drawings and approved shop drawings
Install photovoltaic system in accordance with NEC , manufacturers
printed instructions, electric utility service provider requirements and
approved shop drawings.

..C.

Install PV modules and DC to AC inverters with sufficient clearance to

allow for proper ventilation and cooling.
1. Comply with manufacturers clearance recommendations.

D.

Preferred installation requires operational PV modules in location and

manner to ensure maximum unobstructed, direct sun exposure.

Provide suitable means to secure attachments to mounting surfaces

and structures.

Installer shall verify that site, mounting surface substrate, supports and
other site and work conditions are adequate and proper for installation

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B.
3.4
A.
B.

3.5
A.

FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

Site Tests: Comply with requirements of Section 01 45 00
Manufacturers Field Services: Comply with Sections 01 40 00
COMMISSIONING
Provide system commissioning under provisions of Section 01 91 00
Commissioning:
1.
To be provided by Contractor/Installer
2.
Prior to commissioning ensure PV system has passed and
received final inspection certificate from authorities having
jurisdiction and local utility.
3.
Provide training to designated Owners representative.
4.
Ensure that installation has been performed in accordance with
NEC and other local codes.
Following NEC articles refer to PV Systems
a.
Article 690 Solar Photovoltaic Systems
b.
Article 230 Service Equipment Disconnecting Means
c.
Article 240 Overcurrent Protections
d.
Article 250 Grounding
e.
Article 300 Wiring Methods
f.
Article 310 Conductors for General Wiring
g.
Article 705 Interconnected Electrical Power Production
Sources
5.
Refer to commissioning requirements contained within IEEE
1547.1 Standard Conformance Test Procedures for Equipment
Interconnecting Distributed Resources with Electric Power
Systems.
6.
Provide suitable tools and equipment for commissioning.
7.
Provide commissioning certificate to Owner
PROTECTION
Protect finished work in accordance with Section 01 76 00.

END OF SECTION

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