R-DCI 2
Is there evidence of any pre-existing roof damage? Please note: Any damage identified may not be attributable to installer. Applicable rating: No rating is applied | Not applicable |
R-DCI 3
Is there evidence of loose connections in the DC cables and connection with signs of heat? Applicable rating: Unsafe | AS/NZS 3000:2018 Clause 3.7.2.3 AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 3.4 |
R-DCI 27
Is there evidence of loose connections in the DC cables and connections with no signs of heat? Applicable rating: Needs rectification | AS/NZS 3000:2018 Clause 3.7.2.3 AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 3.4 |
R-DCI 5
Are the DC isolator(s) at the array readily available and do they facilitate safe operation, inspection, testing and maintenance? Applicable rating: Needs rectification | AS/NZS 3000:2018 Cl 1.4.19, 1.6.1(d) and 2.3.2.2.1 AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.3.5.3.1 (b) |
R-DCI 6
If an array load break isolator has been installed, is it located adjacent to the array it controls? Applicable rating: Improvements identified (For information) | AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.3.3.1 |
R-DCI 8
Confirm all components have not been issued with a recall notice from manufacturers or regulators? Applicable rating: Needs rectification | Clean Energy Council and ACCC recall lists |
R-DCI 9
Are installed d.c. isolator(s) on the Electrical Regulator Authorities Council (ERAC) list? Applicable rating: Needs rectification | Refer to Energy Safe Victoria and ERAC lists |
R-DCI 12
Do all array dc isolators conform to these requirements: - are rated for DC use?
- conform with switch disconnector requirements of AS 60947.3 with utilization category d.c.-PV2?
- interrupt all live conductors simultaneously?
- are capable of being secured in the open position?
- have an independent manual operation?
- are not polarity sensitive?
Applicable rating: Needs rectification | AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.3.4.2.2 |
R-DCI 14
Is the DC isolator at the array(s) correctly wired? Applicable rating: Needs rectification | AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.4.3.3 AS/NZS 3000:2018 Clause 4.1.2 |
R-DCI 15
Is the load breaking DC isolator located adjacent to the array(s) correctly rated for the required d.c. voltage and current? Applicable rating: Unsafe | AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.3.4.2.3 |
R-DCI 28
Do all array load break disconnection devices conform to these requirements: - are readily available?
- are installed external to the building?
- are contained in metal enclosures of at least 0.2mm thickness OR are mounted on a non-combustible surface that extends at least 200mm beyond the sides of the disconnector OR are mounted on non-combustible shrouds that are made of metal surface at least 0.2mm thickness?
- have any penetrations through a surface that protects against the spread of fire, with internal diameter greater than 5mm, sealed with a fire-retardant material?
Applicable rating: Needs rectification | AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.3.5.3.1 |
R-DCI 16
Does the DC enclosure(s) at the array have the required IP rating (minimum IP55 if installed outside)? Applicable rating: Improvements identified (For information) | AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.4.6.1 |
R-DCI 29
Are all dedicated individual enclosures containing switch disconnection devices protected against the effects of weather and water as per appendix K of AS/NZS 5033:2021? Applicable rating: Needs rectification | AS/NZS 5033:2021 clause 4.4.7.3 |
R-DCI 30
Have all array enclosures containing DC conductor terminations been installed in line with these conditions: - enclosure has been mounted onto its mounting bracket or wall using the screw locations and screw types specified by the manufacturer?
- enclosures do not have debris or dust from installation process left inside once mounted?
- all return conductors routed through an enclosure containing terminations maintain double insulation?
Applicable rating: Needs rectification | AS/NZS 5033:2021 clause 4.4.7.1 |
R-DCI 31
Do all array entry/exits into enclosures containing DC conductor terminations conform to these requirements: - conduit entry/exits and fittings are installed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, including water ingress requirements such as being glued?
- only manufacturer provided entry/exit points have been used?
- cable glands, conduits and fitting do not enter/exit the top face of the enclosure (excluding entry/exit points between disconnection device/s, and PCE/s mounted indoors)?
- silicone or sealant products are not used for sealing entry/exit points unless specified by the disconnector manufacturer's instructions?
Applicable rating: Needs rectification | AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.4.7.2.1 |
R-DCI 32
Do all array cable glands connected to DC enclosures containing d.c. conductor terminations and used in an outdoor environment conform to these requirements: - are used to enter/exit enclosures containing conductor terminations?
- are installed so each cable enters/exits through an individual hole?
- are rated to at least IP 56?
- have a hole diameter to maintain IP rating for the cables used?
- have any spare holes sealed with gland manufacturer's approved sealing plug?
Applicable rating: Needs rectification | AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.4.7.2.2 |
R-DCI 33
Where array cable glands enter/exit the side face of an enclosure containing d.c. conductor termination and installed in an outdoor environment, has an appropriate drip loop been installed, and are all glands located within a protected zone of 30 degree as outlined in figure 4.8 and 4.9 of AS/NZS 5033:2021? Applicable rating: Needs rectification | AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.4.7.2.2 |
R-DCI 34
For all continuous conduit systems that have a section installed in an outdoor environment, and that terminate into an enclosure containing a disconnection device, has a liquid draining device been installed at the lowest point of the conduit system that is rated to at least IP56? Applicable rating: Needs rectification | AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.4.7.2.3 |
R-DCI 35
Is there evidence of water found in array DC enclosures containing conductor terminations? Applicable rating: Needs rectification | AS/NZS3000:2018 Clauses 4.1.2 and 4.1.3 AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.4.6 and 4.4.7 |
R-DCI 18
Are there signs of water damage observed at array DC enclosures containing conductor terminations? Applicable rating: Unsafe | AS/NZS3000:2018 Clauses 4.1.2 and 4.1.3 AS/NZS 5033:2021 Clause 4.4.6 and 4.4.7 |
R-DCI 36 ***UPDATED***
Does the installed system contain a String Inverter (DC Components) or a Micro-Inverter System (AC Components) Applicable rating: Information only | Not applicable |
R-DCI 37
Has a load break disconnection device been installed adjacent to the PV modules of the PV array? Applicable rating: Improvements identified (For information) | Not applicable |
R-DCI 19
Number of DC isolators installed at the PV array/s. Applicable rating: No rating is applied | Not applicable |
R-DCI 21
Isolator Manufacturer at the PV array/s. Applicable rating: No rating is applied | Not applicable |
R-DCI 22
Isolator Model No. at the PV array/s. Applicable rating: No rating is applied | Not applicable |
R-DCI 23
Voltage rating per leg (V). Applicable rating: No rating is applied | Not applicable |
R-DCI 24
Current rating per leg (I). Applicable rating: No rating is applied | Not applicable |
R-DCI 25
Number of modules in series. Applicable rating: No rating is applied | Not applicable |
R-DCI 26
Number of modules in parallel. Applicable rating: No rating is applied | Not applicable |
