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This International Standard defines the minimum information and documentation required to be handed over to a customer following the installation of a grid connected PV system. This standard also describes the minimum commissioning tests, inspection criteria and documentation expected to verify the safe installation and correct operation of the system. The document can also be used for periodic retesting.

This standard is written for grid connected PV systems that do not utilize energy storage (e.g. batteries) or hybrid systems.

This standard is for use by system designers and installers of grid connected solar PV systems as a template to provide effective documentation to a customer. By detailing the expected minimum commissioning tests and inspection criteria, it is also intended to assist in the verification / inspection of a grid connected PV system after installation and for subsequent re-inspection, maintenance or modifications.

The test regime that is applied to a solar PV system needs to be appropriate to the scale, type and complexity of the system in question. This standard describes the different test regimes expected for different system types.

NOTE: this document does not address CPV (concentrating PV) systems, however many of the parts may apply.