Greenbook Manual

Introduction and Service Planning Contact Information (PDF, 3.9 MB)

1. General (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• Safety Alert (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 1. General (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 1-1 USA Color Coding (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 1.1. Purpose (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 1.2. Permits and Inspections (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.2.1. Pre-Construction Meetings (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 1.3. Applying for Building and Renovation Services (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 1.4. Changes in Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 1.5. Additional Nonresidential (Commercial and Industrial) Service Information (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 1.6. Design and Construction (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.6.1. PG&E's Responsibilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.6.2. Applicant's Responsibilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.6.3. Providing Access to PG&E Electric Facilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.6.4. Installing Transformers (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.6.5. Underground Service Extensions (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 1.7. Connecting and Sealing Services (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 1.8. Access to an Applicant's Residence, Building, or Property (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 1.9. Overhead Electric Lines (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 1-2 Minimum Safe Working Distances (Scaffolds, Equipment, Tools, Structures, and People) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 1-3 Minimum Safe Working Distances (Distances (Boom-Type Lifting or Hoisting Equipment) (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 1.10. Underground Electric Lines and Gas Pipelines (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.10.1. Safe Landscaping Near Underground Facilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 1.11. PG&E Safety Training Resources (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 1.12. SmartMeter™ Program (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 1.13. PG&E Online (Website) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.13.1. Electric and Gas Service Requirements Manual (aka Greenbook) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.13.2. Rates and Tariffs (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 1.14. Determining the Service Rating (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 1-1 Nameplate Rating Label Example: Pad-Mounted Electrical Switchboard or Termination Enclosure (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 1-2 Nameplate Rating Label Example: Wall-Mounted Electrical Meter Panel or Termination Enclosure (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 1.15. Changing an Applicant's Approved Project or Existing Service Loads (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 1.16. Upgrading, Replacing, and Relocating Electric Facilities, or Adding Power Generation Sources (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.16.1. Upgrading Electric Facilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.16.2. Replacing Electric Facilities with Like-for-Like (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 1-3 Electric Panel Replacement Not Allowed When Over a PG&E SmartMeter Gas Meter Set (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.16.3. Relocating Electric Facilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.16.4. Adding Power Generation(PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 1.17. Standard Service Voltage and Load Limitations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  •  1.17.1. Single-Phase Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.17.2. Three-Phase Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 1.17.3. Mixed-Use Projects (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 1.18. Wholesale Distribution Tariff (WDT) Interconnections (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 1.19. Harmful Wave Form (PDF, 3.9 MB)

2. Gas Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 2.1. Scope (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 2.2. Procedures for Establishing Gas Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.2.1. Establishing New Gas Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.2.2. Relocating or Adding Load to an Existing Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 2.3. Gas Service Lateral (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.3.1. General (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-1 Typical Gas Service Installation (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-2 Gas Only Service Trench (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-3 Typical Gas Bell Hole - Plan View (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-4 Typical Bell Hole Depth - Profile View (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.3.2. Branch Service Pipe (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.3.3. Curb Valves (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.3.4. Joint Utility Service Trenches (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-5 Typical Joint-Service Trench (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 2-1 Minimum Separation and Clearance Requirements for Trenches (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.3.5. Multiple Buildings Located on One Lot (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-6 Separate Gas Services for Two Buildings on a Single Lot (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-7 Separate Gas Services for Two Buildings on a Corner Lot (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-8 Apartments With Grouped Meter Locations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-9 Individually Metered Buildings (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.3.6. Mobile Home Parks (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 2.4. Set Requirements for Gas Meters (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.4.1. Gas Pressure (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.4.2. Gas Meter - Set Locations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-10 Property Line Installation (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-11 Acceptable Locations for Gas Meter Installations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-12 Acceptable Meter Locations for Mobile Home Parks (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-13 Flex-Hose Meter Set - Residential and Small Commercial (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-14 Typical Residential Gas Meter Connection (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-15 Typical Gas Meter Connection for 400 to 1,000 Class Meters (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-16 Gas Meter Connection Using a 1.5M or 3M Rotary Gas Meter (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-17 Gas Meter Connection Using a 5M or 7M Rotary Gas Meter (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-18 Gas Meter Connection Using an 11M or 16M Rotary Gas Meter (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-19 Electric and Gas Meter Set Separation Dimensions and Clearances (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-20 Gas Meter Set Clearance From Building Openings (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-21 Gas Regulator Set Clearance Requirement from Sources of Ignition (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-22 Clearance Requirements for an Existing Electric Meter/Panel (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-23 Dimensions for Typical, Residential, Multimeter Installations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 2-2 Dimensions to Figure 2-22 (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-24 Typical Detached Enclosure (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-25 Typical Enclosure Dimensions (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-26 Recessed, Individual Meter Cabinet for Gas and Electric Meter Installations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-27 Cabinet Dimensions for Multiple, Residential Gas Meters (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 2.5. Applicant-Owned and Installed Gas Service Piping (e.g., Houseline), Valves, and Automatic Shut-Off Devices (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.5.1. Service Delivery Point for the Gas Supply (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-28 Typical Residential Installations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.5.2. Applicant-Owned Riser and Pipe (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 2-29 Recommended, Applicant-Owned Houseline Riser and Pipe (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.5.3. Electrically Bonding and Grounding Gas Pipe (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 2.5.4. Applicant-Owned Protective Equipment (PDF, 3.9 MB)

3. Electric Service: Underground (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 3.1. Scope (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 3.2. General Information (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.2.1. Safety Reminder (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.2.2. Establishing Underground Electric Service Responsibilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 3-1 Locations of Underground Electric Service-Termination and Meter Facilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.2.3. Installing Ground Rods (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.2.4. Installing Equipment Pads (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 3-2 Service Conduit Layout - Top View (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  •  3.2.5. Installing Overhead and Underground Service for Two or More Buildings on One Lot (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.2.6. Inspecting and Approving Overhead and Underground Services (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.2.7. Easements for PG&E Facilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 3-3 PG&E Trench and Equipment in PUE − Example (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.2.8. Clearances Around PG&E Facilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 3.3. Underground Service Installation Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  
  • 3.3.1. Installing Services From Underground Distribution Systems (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 3-4 Underground-to-Underground Service Connection (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.3.2. Installing Services From Overhead Distribution Systems (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    •  Figure 3-5 Overhead-to-Underground Service Connection (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.3.3. Installing Conduit for Underground Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.3.4. Installing PG&E-Only Service Trenches (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.3.5. Installing Offsets (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.3.6. Selecting Backfill (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.3.7. Providing Drainage from the Conduit System (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.3.8. Installing Joint Utility Service Trenches (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 3-6 Typical Joint Service Trench (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 3-7 PG&E Electric and Gas Service Trench (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 3-1 Minimum Separation and Clearance Requirements for Trenches (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.3.9. Providing a Service-Termination Facility (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.3.10. Bioswales and Large, Wet Locations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 3.3.11. Replacing Non-Standard Underground Services (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 3.4. Electric Underground Documents (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 3.5 Mandrels (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 3-8 Flexible Steel Mandrel (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 3-2 Mandrel Dimensions, Part Numbers, and Order Codes (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 3-3 Businesses That Sell or Rent Mandrels (PDF, 3.9 MB)

4. Electric Service: Overhead (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 4.1. Scope (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 4.2. General (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.2.1. Safety Reminder (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 4.3. Locating Overhead Services (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.3.1. Point of Attachment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-1 Preferred and Alternate Locations for the Overhead Service Drop Attachment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.3.2. Two or More Buildings on One Lot (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 4.4. Service Drop Clearances (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 4-2 Ground Clearances for Supply Service Drops, 0 Through 750 Volts, Residential Installations (Required by the CPUC) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.4.1. Vertical Clearance for Residential, Overhead Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-3 Minimum Clearance for All Drops Above or Adjacent To Swimming Pools (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 4-1 Minimum Clearances Over Swimming Pools (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.4.2. Clearance Above Buildings (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 4-2 Minimum Allowable Clearance of Insulated Service Drops From Buildings - 0 Volts Through 750 Volts (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-4 Nonmetallic Roof (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.4.3. Clearance at the Residential Point of Attachment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-5 Clearance at the Residential Point of Attachment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-6 Clearance at the Residential Point of Attachment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-7 Clearance at the Residential Point of Attachment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-8 Clearance at the Residential Point of Attachment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-9 Clearance at the Residential Point of Attachment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-10 Clearance at the Residential Point of Attachment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-11 Clearance at the Residential Point of Attachment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.4.4. Vertical Clearance on Nonresidential Property (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 4-3 Vertical Clearance from the Ground on Nonresidential Property (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-12 Ground Clearances for Supply Service Drops, 0 Volts Through 750 Volts, Industrial and Nonresidential Installations (Required by the CPUC) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.4.5. Clearances for a Nonresidential Building Service Drop Using Cable or Equally Insulated, Open-Wire Service Conductors (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-13 Clearances for Nonresidential Buildings Using Insulated Conductors (0 Volts – 750 Volts) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-14 Clearances for Nonresidential Buildings Using Insulated Conductors (0 Volts – 750 Volts) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-15 Clearances for Nonresidential Buildings Using Insulated Conductors (0 Volts – 750 Volts) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-16 Clearances for Nonresidential Buildings Using Insulated Conductors (0 Volts – 750 Volts) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-17 Clearances for Nonresidential Buildings Using Insulated Conductors (0 Volts – 750 Volts) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-18 Clearances for Nonresidential Buildings Using Insulated Conductors (0 Volts – 750 Volts) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-19 Clearances for Nonresidential Buildings Using Insulated Conductors (0 Volts – 750 Volts) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-20 Clearances for Nonresidential Buildings Using Insulated Conductors (0 Volts – 750 Volts) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.4.6. Clearances Around Doors and Windows (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-21 Clearance Around Windows (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-22 Clearance Around Doors (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.4.7. Clearance Between Service Drop Wires (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.4.8. Clearance From Applicant-Owned Service Poles (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-23 Service Attachment Structure or Service Pole Secured to a Building (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-24 Service Pole Detached from a Building (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 4.5. Service Attachments (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.5.1. Attaching Low-Voltage, Residential, Overhead Service Drops (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-25 Open Wire (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-26 Open Wire or Cable (Open Wire Shown) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-27 Open Wire or Cable (Open Wire Shown) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-28 Cable (Using Triplex) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-29 Cable (Single Spool) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-30 Open Wire or Cable (Cable Shown) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.5.2. Attaching Low-Voltage, Nonresidential, Overhead Service Drops (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-31 Service Drop Cable, 4/0 and Smaller, Triplex or Quadruplex (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-32 New Wall, 1/0 kcmil to 397.5 kcmil Aluminum (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-33 New or Existing Wall, 1/0 kcmil to 397.5 kcmil Aluminum(PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-34 Open Wire Service, #4 to 397.5 kcmil Aluminum (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-35 Service Drop Cable (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.5.3. Special Service Attachment Requirements: Areas Subject to Heavy Snow Loading (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-36 Building Attachment - Service Knob (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-37 Self-Supported Periscope Attachment Structure (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-38 Braced Periscope Attachment Structure (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 4-4 Maximum Distance "L" (Inches From the Service Attachment to the Top Periscope Support) (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 4.6. Attachment Structures (Periscopes) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.6.1. Periscope Clearances and Bracing Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 4-5 Maximum Mast Height Above the Roof Without Bracing (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-39 Unbraced Periscope Structure (Residential and Nonresidential) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 4.7. Service Weatherheads (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 4.8. Service-Entrance Conductors (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 4.9. Applicant-Owned, Installed, or Furnished Wood Poles (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 4.10. Required Vegetation Clearances (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.10.1. General Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-40 Illustration of a 15-Foot Clearance, Low-Growth Zone (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-41 Grass and Shrubs Recommended Under Transmission Wires (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.10.2. Planning Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-42 Alternative Routes to a House Showing High-Voltage Lines and Tree-Clearance Zones (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.10.3. Existing Overhead Lines Adjacent to Developments (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.10.4. Line Extensions (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.10.5. Primary Overhead Distribution Poles in Commercial Orchard Installations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 4.10.6. Removing Vegetation Near Existing, High-Voltage, Energized Lines (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 4-44 High-Voltage Marker on Poles and Crossarms (PDF, 3.9 MB)

5. Electric Metering: General (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 5.1. Scope (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 5.2. General Conditions and Responsibilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.2.1. Approved Metering and Service-Termination Equipment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.2.2. Drawing Submittal Requirements for Metering and Service Termination Equipment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.2.3. Applicant Responsibilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.2.4. Requirements for Installing Secondary Terminations (0-600 Volts) in Metering Equipment Requiring CTs (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • 5.2.4.1. PG&E's Responsibilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 5.3. Electric Meters: General Location Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  •  5.3.1. Basic Meter Location Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.3.2. Prohibited Meter and Service Equipment Locations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.3.3. Locating and Grouping Multiple Meters (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.3.4. Electric Meter and Service Termination Equipment Rooms (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-1 Allowable Locations for Electric Meter Rooms (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 5.4. Meter Heights, Clearances, Enclosures, and Protection (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  •  5.4.1. Meter Heights (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.4.2. Meter Cabinet Enclosure Clearances (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-2 Meter Cabinet Enclosure Clearances (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 5-1 Meter Cabinet Enclosure Clearance Dimensions (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  •  5.4.3. Meter Set Clearance Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-3 Electric and Gas Meter Set Separation Dimensions and Clearances (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.4.4. Working Space (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 5-2 Working Space Dimensional Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-4 Semi-Flush Meter Installation (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-5 Enclosed Meter Installation (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-6 Preferred Location of Conduits for Indoor and Outdoor Meter Panels and Switchboards (PDF, 3.9 MB)
      
  • 5.4.5. Barricades (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-7 Meter Panel Clearance and Protection from Residential Driveways or Parking Spaces (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 5-3 Bollard Post Materials (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-8 Nonresidential or Multifamily Metering and Service Equipment Clearance and Protection from Vehicle Areas (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.4.6. Meter Protection (PDF, 3.9 MB)
•  5.5. Meter Identification and Seals (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  •  5.5.1. Properly Identifying and Marking Meters (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.5.2. Sealing Meters and Metering Equipment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.5.3. Locking Provisions (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 5.6. Meter Types and Connections (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  
  • Table 5-4 Meter Socket Requirements (Number of Jaws) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-9 Connection Diagrams for Self-Contained Meter Sockets (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-10 Connection Diagrams for Transformer-Rated Meter Sockets (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.6.1. Using a Meter Socket Adapter for Overhead-to-Underground Conversion (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.6.2. Installing Non-Allowed and Unauthorized Customer Equipment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.6.3. Fire-Pump Connections (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    •  Figure 5-11 Fire-Pump Equipment Location and Service Connection Options (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 5.7. Main Service Disconnects and Switching Sequences (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  •  5.7.1. Main Service Disconnects (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.7.2. Main Service Disconnect Switch Rated for Amperes Interrupting Capacity (AIC) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.7.3. Arc Flash Assessment (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.7.4. Electronic Trip Circuit Breakers (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-12 Circuit Breakers with Electronic Trip Unit (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  •  5.7.5. Meter and Main Service Switch Sequence (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-13 Single Meter With Main Service Switch (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-14 Single Meter With Multiple Service Switches (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-15 Multimeter Installation Without Main Disconnect Switch (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-16 Multimeter Installation With Main Disconnect Switch (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-17 Multiple Remote Switchboard or Meter-Panel Locations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 5.8. Grounding (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 5-18 Grounding Outside of the Sealed Section - Self-Contained Meter (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 5-19 Grounding Outside of the Sealed Section - Transformer Rated Meter (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    
  • Table 5-5 Grounding Requirements for Wall-Mounted Panels (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 5.9. Temporary Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.9.1. Temporary Service Using Permanent Service Panels (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.9.2. Temporary-Service Metering Pedestal (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-20 Temporary-Service Metering Pedestal (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.9.3. Temporary Plug-In Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-21 Plug-In Temporary Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-22 Typical Plug-In Adapter (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 5.10. Connecting Non-Utility Power Sources to Utility Services (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.10.1. Specific Interconnection Requirements for Services Up to 600 Volts (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    
    • Table 5-6 Requirements For AC Disconnect Switches (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-23 Transfer Switch (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 5-24 SLD Manual Transfer Switch (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.10.2. Warning Statements and Labels for Interconnected Services (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.10.3. Violation (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 5.10.4. References for Customer Generation (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 5-7 Customer Generation References (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 5.11. Plug-In Electric Vehicle Interconnections (PDF, 3.9 MB)

6. Electric Metering: Residential (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 6.1. Scope (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 6.2. Residential Electric Service: Specifications and Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 6.2.1. Service Classes (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 6.2.2. Test-Bypass Facilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 6.2.3. Electric Meter Socket Covers and Seals (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 6.3. Meter Locations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 6.3.1. Installing Utility Services to Mobile Homes (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 6.4. Services (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 6.4.1. Single Meter: Underground Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-1 Typical Underground Service-Termination Enclosure, Combination Meter-Socket Panel (Residential, 0 Amps - 225 Amps) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 6-1 Residential (0 Amps - 225 Amps) Enclosure (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-2 Typical Service-Termination Enclosure, Combination Meter-Socket Panel for a Class 320 Meter (Residential, 120/240-Volt, 226-Amp Through 320-Amp Service) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-3 Underground Combination Meter and Current-Transformer Cabinet (201 Amps-400 Amps, 1Ø or 3Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-4 Typical Underground, Separate-Bused, Current-Transformer Cabinet and Safety-Socket Meter Box Assembly (201 Amps - 400 Amps, 3Ø and 201 Amps - 600 Amps, 1Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 6.4.2. Single Meter: Overhead Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-5 Combination Meter Socket Load Center (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-6 Typical Combination Meter and Service Termination Panel for a Class 320 Meter (Residential, 120/240-Volt, 226-Amp Through 320-Amp Service) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-7 Overhead-Fed Combination Meter and Current-Transformer Cabinet (201 Amps - 400 Amps, 1Ø or 3Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-8 Overhead-Fed, Separate-Bused, Current-Transformer Cabinet and Meter Box (201 Amps - 400 Amps, 1Ø or 3Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 6.4.3. Single Meter: Combination Overhead and Underground Service Equipment(PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-9 Overhead- or Underground-Fed Combination Meter and Service-Termination Panel (225 Amps, 1Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 6-2 Residential Combination (OH/UG) Meter Panel (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-10 Overhead or Underground Service-Termination Meter Panel with Manual Bypass studs (320 Amps, 120/240-Volt, 1Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 6.4.4. Multiple Meters (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-11 Overhead Service, Grouped-Meter Installation Without a Main Switch (400 Amps Max, 1Ø or 3Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-12 Underground Service, Grouped-Meter Installation Without a Main Switch (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-13 Typical, Manufactured, Combination, Multimeter Installation: Seven Meters or More (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-14 Clearances for a Typical, Manufactured, Combination, Multimeter Installation (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 6-3 Dimension Specifications for Multimeter Installations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-15 Horizontal Meter Trough Installation: Six Meters or Less (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 6-16 Vertical Meter Trough Installation: Five Meters or Less (PDF, 3.9 MB)

7. Electric Metering: Commercial, Industrial, and Agricultural (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 7.1. Scope (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 7.2. Service Specifications and Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 7.2.1. Permitted Types of Electric Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 7.2.2. Required Test-Bypass Facilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 7.2.3. Required Approvals for Meter Equipment Without Test-Bypass Facilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 7.2.4. Meter Locations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 7.2.5. Services, 0 Through 200 Amps, Single Applicant, Overhead and Underground (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-1 Bused, Safety-Socket Meter Box for Self-Contained Metering (0 - 100 Amps) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-2 Bused, Safety-Socket Meter Box for Self-Contained Metering (101 - 200 Amps) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 7.2.6. Services, Over 200 Amps, Single Applicant, Underground (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-3 Underground Combination Meter and Current-Transformer Cabinet (201 Amps - 400 Amps, 1Ø or 3Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-4 Separate-Bused Current-Transformer Cabinet and Meter Box With Underground Service-Termination Pull Box (201 Amps - 400 Amps, 3Ø and 201 Amps - 600 Amps, 1Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-5 Underground Service Combination Meter and Current-Transformer Cabinet (600 Amps, 1Ø or 3Ø, 800 Amps 3Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-6 Switchboard Pull Section (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-7 Separate Pull Box (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-8 Bottom-Fed Service Section (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 7.2.7. Services, Over 200 Amps, Single Applicant, Overhead (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-9 Overhead-Fed Combination Meter and Current-Transformer Cabinet, (201 Amps - 400 Amps, 3Ø and 201 Amps - 600 Amps, 1Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-10 Overhead-Fed, Separate-Bused, Current-Transformer Cabinet and Safety-Socket Meter Box (201 Amps - 400 Amps, 3Ø and 201 Amps - 600 Amps, 1Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-11 Overhead, Service-Termination, Standard Switchboard Service Section (0 - 600 Volts) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 7.2.8. Multi-Applicant Meter Installations (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-12 Overhead Service, Grouped-Meter Installation Without a Main Switch (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-13 Underground Service, Grouped-Meter Installation Without a Main Switch (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 7-14 Grouped-Meter Installation With a Main Switch (PDF, 3.9 MB)

8. Electric Metering: Pedestals (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 8.1. Scope (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 8.2. Residential Electric Metering Pedestals (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-1 Residential Electric Metering Pedestal (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 8.3. Nonresidential Single-Meter Service Pedestals, 100 – 200 Amps (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-2 Front View (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-3 Side View (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-4 Service Cable Termination Section (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-5 Fixed Polycarbonate Viewing Window (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-6 Service Cable Termination Section – Top View (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 8-1 Minimum Dimensions (Inches) (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 8.4. Nonresidential Dual-Meter Service Pedestals, 100–400 Amps (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-7 Directional Views (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 8-2 Minimum Dimensions (Inches) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-8 Service Cable Termination Section–Top View (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-9 Front Outside (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-10 Front Inside (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-11 PG&E Service Cable Termination (Pull) Section (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-12 Side View: Cover Removed (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-13 Front View−Interior Cover Removed (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 8.5. Nonresidential Current-Transformer Rated Pedestals, 400 Amps – 600 Amps, 1Ø or 3Ø, 800 Amps 3Ø (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 8-3 CT Pedestal Approved Manufacturer’s Model Numbers and Figures (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-14 Nonresidential CT Pedestal (400 Amps – 600 Amps, 1Ø or 3Ø, 800 Amps 3Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 8-15 Nonresidential CT Pedestal – Side Mount Meter Panel (400 Amps – 600 Amps, 1Ø or 3Ø, 800 Amps 3Ø) (PDF, 3.9 MB)

9. Electric Metering: Components and Cable Terminating Facilities (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 9.1. Scope (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 9.2. Test Blocks for Self-Contained Metering, 0 Amps Through 225 Amps (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-1 Test Blocks for Self-Contained Metering, 0 Amps - 225 Amps (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 9.3. Test Switch Mounting Base Detail (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  •  Figure 9-2 Removable Test Switch Mounting-Base Detail (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 9.4. Separate CT Cabinet, 201 Amps and Above, Single Phase and Three Phase (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-3 Cabinet Showing Stud-Mounted Cover (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-4 Cabinet Showing Flanged Cover Fastened by Sealable Rivet Latches (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-5 Cabinet Showing Hinged Front Cover (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 9-1 CT Cabinet Minimum Dimensions (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 9.5. CT Mounting Base, 201 Amps Through 400 Amps (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-6 For 3-Wire, Single-Phase Service, Mounting Base (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-7 For 4-Wire, Three-Phase Service, Mounting Base (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 9.6. Alternate CT Mounting Base, One Phase or Three Phase (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-8 CT Mounting Base (Single-Phase, 3-Wire, 400 Amps - 600 Amps, 0 Volts - 600 Volts) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-9 CT Mounting Base (Three-Phase, 4-Wire, 400 Amps - 800 Amps, 0 Volts - 600 Volts) (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 9.7. Bused CT Cabinet, 3-Wire Service, 201 Amps Through 600 Amps (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-10 Bused CT Cabinet, 3-Wire Service, 400 Amps - 600 Amps (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 9.8. Bused CT Cabinet, 4-Wire Service, 400 Amps (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-11 Bused CT Cabinet (4-Wire Service, 400 Amps Max) (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 9.9. Meter Box for Transformer-Rated Metering (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-12 Meter Box for Transformer-Rated Metering (Single-Phase or Three-Phase Installations) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 9-2 Hinged Meter Panel Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-13 Remote Metering Cabinet (Three-Phase Installations) (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 9.10. Underground Service Cable-Termination Compartments or Sections (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 9-3 Minimum Wall-Mounted, Pull-Section Dimensions: Residential and Non-Residential, Single-Phase and Three-Phase (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 9-4 Minimum Pad-Mounted (Floor-Standing) Switchboard Pull-Section Dimensions: Residential and Non-Residential, Single-Phase and Three-Phase (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-14 Typical Underground Service Termination Section and Pull Box, Wall-Mounted or Pad-Mounted (Floor-Standing) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-15 Detail of Clearance Requirements for Adjacent Termination Bus Stubs (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-16 Detail of Aluminum, Termination Bus Stubs (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 9.11. Approved Service-Terminal Conductor Connectors (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 9-17 Service-Terminal Conductor Connector (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 9-5 Approved, Compression-Type, Service-Terminal Connectors (PDF, 3.9 MB)

10. Electric Switchboards: 0 Volts Through 600 Volts (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 10.1. Scope (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 10.2. General Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 10.3. Switchboard Service Section (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  
  • 10.3.1. Standard Switchboard Service Section (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 10.3.2. Specifically Engineered Switchboard Service Sections (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 10.3.3. Requirements for All Switchboard Service Sections (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-1 Switchboard Wall Opening Between Sections (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • 10.3.4. Standard Switchboard CT Compartment, 0 Amps Through 1,200 Amps, Single-Phase or Three-Phase, 3-Wire Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-2 Standard Switchboard, CT Compartment, 0 Amps - 600 Amps, Single Phase (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 10.3.5. Standard Switchboard CT Compartment, 0 Amps Through 1,200 Amps, Three-Phase, 3-Wire and 4-Wire Services (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-3 Standard Switchboard, CT Compartment, 0 Amps - 1,200 Amps, Three-Phase (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    •  Figure 10-4 Bus Drilling Detail (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 10.3.6. Standard Switchboard CT Compartment, 1,001 Amps Through 3,000 Amps, Single-Phase or Three-Phase, 3-Wire Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-5 Standard Switchboard, CT Compartment, 1,001 Amps - 3,000 Amps, Single-Phase or Three-Phase, 3-Wire Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 10.3.7. Standard Switchboard, CT Compartment, 1,001 Amps Through 3,000 Amps, Three-Phase, 4-Wire Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-6 Standard Switchboard, CT Compartment, 1,001 Amps - 3,000 Amps, Three-Phase, 4-Wire Service (PDF, 3.9 MB) 
  • 10.3.8. Standard Switchboard CT Compartment, 3,001 Amps and Larger, Three-Phase, 3-Wire Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-7 Standard Switchboard, CT Compartment, 3,001 Amps and Larger, Three-Phase, 3-Wire Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 10.3.9. Standard Switchboard CT Compartment, 3,001 Amps and Larger, Three-Phase, 3-Wire or 4-Wire Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-8 Standard Switchboard, CT Compartment, 3,001 Amps and Larger, Three-Phase, 3-Wire or 4-Wire Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 10.3.10. Removable Link Assemblies (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-9 Switchboards, 0 Volts - 600 Volts, CT Compartment, 1,001 Amps - 3,000 Amps, Removable Link and CT Support (One-Bolt Configuration) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-10 Switchboards, 0 Volts - 600 Volts, CT Compartment, 1,001 Amps - 3,000 Amps, Removable Link and CT Support (Four-Bolt Configuration) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-11 Switchboards, 0 Volts - 600 Volts, CT Compartment, 3,001 Amps and Larger, Removable Link and CT Support (Two-Bolt Configuration) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-12 Switchboards, 0 Volts - 600 Volts, CT Compartment, 3,001 Amps and Larger, Removable Link and CT Support (Six-Bolt Configuration) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 10.3.11. Standard Section for Self-Contained Meter Sockets, 0 Amps Through 225 Amps, Installed in Switchboards: Nonresidential (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-13 Standard Section for Self-Contained Meter Sockets, 0 Amps - 225 Amps, Installed in Switchboards: Nonresidential (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 10.3.12. Service Terminations for Underground Services (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-14 Pull Section (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-15 Separate Pull Box (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-16 Bottom-Fed Service Section (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 10-1 Minimum, Bottom-Fed, Pull-Section Dimensions (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 10.3.13. Underground, Service-Termination Pull Section (Located Below Ground Level) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-17 Switchboard Pull Section - High Entry (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-18 Switchboard Pull Section - Low Entry (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Table 10-2 Pull-Section Dimensions (Minimums) Below Ground Level (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    •  Figure 10-19 Extended Top on Switchboard Pull Section Front View (Side Entry), Side View (Back Entry) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-20 Additional Side or Back Switchboard Pull Section - High Entry (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-21 Additional Side or Back Switchboard Pull Section - Low Entry (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    •  Figure 10-22 Arranging Conduit in the Termination or Additional Pull Section (Example of a Front View, High Back Entry) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • 10.3.14. Underground, Cable-Terminating Facilities in Pull Boxes or Pull Sections (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-23 Landing Terminal Detail (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-24 Spacing Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-25 Buses Accessible From Only One Side (Bolts Must Be Secured in Place) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
    • Figure 10-26 Buses Accessible From Either Side (Mounting Surfaces on Both Sides of Bus) (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 10.4. Meter and Switch Sequence Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 10.5. Metering Transformer Compartments (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 10.6. Meter Panels (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 10-3 Dual-Socket, Hinged, Meter-Panel Requirement (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 10-27 Standard Switchboard Service Section With CT Compartment and Filler Panel, 0 Volts - 600 Volts (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 10-28 Low-Profile Switchboard Service Section With CT Compartment, for Underground Service(PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 10-29 Standard Switchboard Service Section, 15-Inch Hinged Panel for Socket Meter and Test Switch (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 10-30 Standard Switchboard Service Section, 30-Inch Panel for Socket Meters and Test Switches (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 10.7. Transformer-Rated and Self-Contained Switchboards (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 10-31 Outdoor or Rain-Tight Enclosures for Switchboards (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 10-32 Outdoor or Rain-Tight Enclosures for Switchboards (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 10-33 Outdoor or Rain-Tight Enclosures for Switchboards (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 10-34 Outdoor or Rain-Tight Enclosures for Switchboards (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 10.8. Adding New Metering Equipment to Existing Switchboards (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 10-4 Adding Up Meter Section Ampacities (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 10-35 Existing Switchboard (PDF, 3.9 MB)

11. Electric Switchboards: 601 Through 25,000 Volts and Primary Services (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 11.1. Scope (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 11.2. General Requirements (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 11.3. Specific Requirements for High-Voltage Switchboards (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 11-1 Primary Switchboard Termination Section Pad Detail (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 11-1 Bill of Materials for Concrete Pad (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 11-2 Hinged Meter Panel with Multiple Sockets for 2,400-V to 27,000-V Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 11-3 Hinged Meter Panel with Dual Socket for 2,400-V Through 27,000-V Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Table 11-2 Dimensions for High-Voltage Meter Enclosures (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 11-4 Typical, High-Voltage Metering Enclosure, 2,400-V Through 27,000-V Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 11-5 Typical, High-Voltage Metering Enclosure, 17,001-V Through 25,000-V Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 11-6 Typical, High-Voltage Metering Enclosure, 17,001-V Through 25,000-V Service (PDF, 3.9 MB)
     
• 11.4. Interconnection Requirements and Primary Services (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• 11.5. Primary Switchgear Located Below Ground Level (PDF, 3.9 MB)
  • Figure 11-7 Additional Side or Back Switchgear Pull Section–High Entry (PDF, 3.9 MB)

Appendix A: Acronyms and Glossary (PDF, 3.9 MB)

Appendix B: Electric and Gas Service Documents (PDF, 3.9 MB)

• Community Wildfire Safety Program: Guidfe to Landscape in High Fire-Threat Area (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• Guide to Safe Landscaping Near Gas Pipelines (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• Guide to Safe Landscaping Near Underground Electric Lines (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• Table B-1 Plant Matrix for Stockton, Yosemite, Fresno, and Kern Divisions (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• Table B-2 Plant Matrix for San Francisco, Peninsula, and DeAnza Divisions (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• Table B-3 Plant Matrix for San Jose, Central Coast, and Los Padres Divisions (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• Table B-4 Plant Matrix for North Valley, Sierra, and Sacramento Divisions (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• Table B-5 Plant Matrix for Diablo, Mission, and East Bay Divisions (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• Table B-6 Plant Matrix for North Coast and North Bay Divisions (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• Table B-7 Do Not Plant These Trees Under or Within 15 Feet of Overhead Power Lines (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• Engineering Material Specification 4123 Backfill Sand (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• Street Light Conduit Detail (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• Joint Trench Configurations and Occupancy Guide (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• TD-038193-B003 New Trench, Backfill, and Warning Tape Requirements for Electric Distribution Only Trenches (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• TD-5453B-002 Updated Separation Requirements For Conduit in Joint Trench (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• TD-7106P-01 Enhanced Vegetation Management Pre-Inspection Procedure (PDF, 3.9 MB)

Gas Engineering Documents

• A-03 Gas Trench Design and Construction (PDF, 237 KB)
• A-04 Cover and Clearance Requirements for Transmission Lines, Distribution Mains, and Service Lines (PDF, 161 KB)
• A-42 Standard Branch Service Installation (PDF, 56 KB)
• A-43.2 Curb Valves (PDF, 135 KB)
• A-75 Gas Service and Mains in Plastic Casings (PDF, 325 KB)
• A-81 Plugs and Caps for Non-Pressurized Gas Pipelines (PDF, 120 KB)
• A-90 Polyethylene Gas Distribution System Design (PDF, 549 KB)
• A-93.1 Plastic Gas Distribution System Construction and Maintenance (PDF, 296 KB)
• A-93.3 Excess Flow Valves (PDF, 741 KB)
• J-12.4 Mobile Home/Manufactured Home Meter Set Installation (PDF, 253 KB)
• J-15 Gas Meter Locations (PDF, 10.2 MB)
• J-16 Gas Meter Room (PDF, 85 KB)
• J-65.1 Volume Pulse Output Connection for Gas Meters (PDF, 58 KB)
• J-95 Meter Guard Design and Installation Arrangement (PDF, 315 KB)
• K-51 Single Meter Cabinet for Domestic Gas Meters (PDF, 72 KB)
• L-16 Gas Pipeline Underground Warning Tape (PDF, 52 KB)
• N-01 PG&E Approved Gas Materials Manufacturers (PDF, 149 KB)

Electric Engineering Documents

• 013109 Corrosion Resistant Ground Rods and Ground Rod Clamps (PDF, 72 KB)
• 015251 Connectors for Insulated Cables Underground Distribution Systems (PDF, 345 KB)
• 025055 Requirements for Customer-Owned Poles (PDF, 203 KB)
• 027911 Installation Details for Service to Pole-Mounted Communication Equipment (PDF, 123 KB)
• 028028 Secondary Enclosures for Electric Underground (PDF, 177 KB)
• 036670 Temporary Underground Electric Services Single-Phase, 120/240 Volt, 100 Amps Maximum (PDF, 77 KB)
• 038193 Minimum Requirements for The Design And Installation Of Conduit And Insulated Cable (PDF, 181 KB)
• 041352 Service Entrance from Underground Vault Using Bus Bars (PDF, 95 KB)
• 045292 Concrete Pad for Three-Phase, Loop-Style, Pad-Mounted Transformers (PDF, 109 KB)
• 051122 Clearances and Location Requirements for Enclosures, Pads, and Underground Equipment (PDF, 193 KB)
• 052521 Electric Service Requirements for Mobile Home Developments (PDF, 91 KB)
• 054619 Agricultural Underground Service 500 hp or Less (PDF, 101 KB)
• 054712 Permanent Wood Post Installation Underground Electric Service (PDF, 87 KB)
• 055103 Planning Guide for Single Customer Substations Served from Transmission Lines (PDF, 92 KB)
• 057521 Pad-Mounted Transfomers Installed Indoors (PDF, 271 KB)
• 058087 Agricultural Overhead Service 300 hp or Less (PDF, 156 KB)
• 060559 Disconnect Switch Requirements for Distributed Generation Customers (PDF, 128 KB)
• 061032 Residential and Small Commercial Overhead to Underground Electric Service Conversion (PDF, 78 KB)
• 062000 Primary Electric Underground Equipment Enclosures (PDF, 3.9 MB)
• 062111 Application of Underground Distribution Transformers (PDF, 233 KB)
• 062288 Underground Conduits (PDF, 630 KB)
• 063422 Landscape Screen for Pad-Mounted Transformers (PDF, 164 KB)
• 063927 Methods and Requirements for Installing Residential Underground Electric Services 0 - 600 V to Customer-Owned Facilities (PDF, 79 KB)
• 063928 Methods and Requirements for Installing Commercial Underground Electric Services 0 - 600 Volts to Customer-Owned Facilities (PDF, 86 KB)
• 063929 Requirements for Bus Duct Entrance Termination Unit for Use with Pad-Mounted Transformers (PDF, 160 KB)
• 064309 Box-Pad for Pad-Mounted Transformers (PDF, 94 KB)
• 065374 Overhead and Underground Panel Board Construction (PDF, 118 KB)
• 066211 PG&E Approved Manufacturers (PDF, 238 KB)
• 068179 Service to Cellular on Transmission Tower (PDF, 46 KB)
• 072149 Requirements For Allowing Installation of Subsurface Transformers (PDF, 53 KB)
• 076249 Virtual Net Energy Metering Installations (PDF, 53 KB)
• 076268 Painting of PG&E Electric Distribution Pad-Mounted and Subsurface Equipment (PDF, 102 KB)
• 092816 Wholesale Distribution Tariff (WDT) Interconnection Design Options for Primary Voltage Service (PDF, 73 KB)
• 094670 Supply Side Interconnection Requirements for Distributed Generation (PDF, 139 KB)
• 094675 SmartPole Meter for Service to Pole-Mounted Communication Equipment (PDF, 555 KB)
• 094676 Primary Electric Service Requirements (PDF, 134 KB)
• 094677 PG&E Metered Electric Service to Antenna and Communication Equipment on Company Owned Steel Streetlight Poles (PDF, 746 KB)
• 094678 PG&E Electric Service to Antenna and Communication Equipment on Municipality Owned Steel Streetlight Poles (PDF, 877 KB)
• 094679 PG&E Metered Electric Service to Antenna and Communication Equipment on Non-PG&E Telecommunication Owned Poles (PDF, 184 KB)
• 094683 SmartMeter Electric Network Requirements for Indoor Meter Rooms and High-Rise Buildings (PDF, 642 KB)
• 094684 Green Meter Adapter (GMA) for Customer Generation (PDF, 557 KB)

If your project requires new gas service installation, you must understand the requirements and preferred gas meter locations. View the following most commonly referenced sections of the Greenbook related to this topic:

• Section 2.4.2 Gas Meter-Set Locations (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 2.4.2.D Electric and Gas Meter Set Separation Dimensions and Clearances (Figure 2-19) (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 2.4.2.D Gas Meter Set Clearance From Building Openings (Figure 2-20) (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• J-16 Gas Meter Room (PDF, 123 KB)
• J-95 Meter Guard Design and Installation Arrangement (PDF, 131 KB)
• A-93.3 Excess Flow Valves (PDF, 155 KB)

If you choose to trench and backfill on your own, you are responsible for obtaining any permits required by your city or county building and planning department. Your work is also subject to rigorous PG&E safety inspections. Although you may dig a trench yourself, we recommend that you use a licensed contractor. 

For detailed information about safety, excavation, backfill, trench occupants, separation from other utilities and conduit installation, you and your PG&E representative can review the drawing that we provide. 

You or your contractor can read the following most commonly referenced sections of the Greenbook related to this topic:

Gas Service Section

• Section 2.3.4 - Joint Utility Service Trenches (PDF, 5.3 MB)

Electric: Underground Sections

• Section 3.3.3 Installing Conduit for Underground Service (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 3.4.1 Mandrels (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Joint Trench Configuration and Occupancy Guide (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Backfill Sand (PDF, 5.3 MB)

If your project requires temporary construction power, we advise you to work with your contractor to install the temporary meter panel and pole or post for your site. The installation location must be protected from hazards and vehicular traffic. You or your contractor can read the following most commonly referenced sections of the Greenbook related to this topic:

Overhead Electric Service

• For details about the temporary service pole installation refer to Requirements for Customer Owned Poles (PDF, 208 KB)

Underground Electric Service

• For details about the service post installation, grounding and trenching refer to the Temporary Underground Electric Service (PDF, 132 KB)

If you request new or upgraded underground electric service for your home, you must understand the requirements and preferred electric meter locations. You or your contractor can read the following most commonly referenced sections of the Greenbook related to this topic:

• Section 3.2.2 Figure 3-1 Location - Termination and Meter Facilities (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.3 Electric Meters: General Location Requirements (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.3.2 Prohibited Meter and Service Equipment Locations (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.4.1 Meter Heights (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.5.1 Properly Identifying and Marking Meters (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 6.4 Meter Locations (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 2.4.2.D Electric and Gas Meter Set Separation Dimensions and Clearances (Figure 2-19) (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 2.4.2.D Gas Meter Set Clearance From Building Openings (Figure 2-20) (PDF, 3.23 MB)
• Section 3.3.3 Installing Conduit for Underground Service (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 3.4.1 Mandrels (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• 063927 Methods and Requirements for Installing Residential Underground Electric Services 0-600 V to Customer-Owned Facilities (PDF, 74 KB)
• 028028 Secondary Enclosures for Electric Underground (PDF, 167 KB)
• 061032 Overhead to Underground Conversion (PDF, 147 KB)
• 064309 Box-Pad for Pad-Mounted Transformers (PDF, 130 KB)
• Joint Trench Configuration and Occupancy Guide (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Backfill Sand (PDF, 5.3 MB)

If you request new or upgraded overhead electric service for your home, you must understand the requirements and preferred electric meter locations. You or your contractor can read the following most commonly referenced sections of the Greenbook related to this topic:

• Section 4.3.1 Figure 4-1 Preferred and Alternate Locations for the Overhead Service Drop Attachment (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.3 Electric Meters: General Location Requirements (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.3.2 Prohibited Meter and Service Equipment Locations (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.4.1 Meter Heights (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.5.1 Properly Identifying and Marking Meters (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 6.4 Meter Locations (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 2.4.2.D Electric and Gas Meter Set Separation Dimensions and Clearances (Figure 2-19) (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 2.4.2.D Gas Meter Set Clearance From Building Openings (Figure 2-20) (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 4.4 Service Drop Clearances (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 4.6.1 Periscope Clearances and Bracing Requirements (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 4.10 Required Vegetation Clearances (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Tree Planting Matrix Tables (PDF, 5.3 MB)

If you request new or upgraded underground electric service for commercial or industrial sites, you must understand the requirements and preferred electric meter locations. You or your contractor can read the following most commonly referenced sections of the Greenbook related to this topic:

• Section 3.2.2 Figure 3-1 Location - Termination and Meter Facilities (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.3 Electric Meters: General Location Requirements (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.3.2 Prohibited Meter and Service Equipment Locations (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 7.2.4 Meter Locations (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.4.1 Meter Heights (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.5.1 Properly Identifying and Marking Meters (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 2.4.2.D Electric and Gas Meter Set Separation Dimensions and Clearances (Figure 2-19) (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 2.4.2.D Gas Meter Set Clearance From Building Openings (Figure 2-20) (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 3.3.3 Installing Conduit for Underground Service (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 3.4.1 Mandrels (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• 063928 Methods and Requirements for Installing Commercial Underground Electric Services 0-600 Volts to Customer-Owned Facilities (PDF, 82 KB)
• 028028 Secondary Enclosures for Electric Underground (PDF, 167 KB)
• 051122 Clearances and Location Requirements for Enclosures, Pads, and Underground Equipment (PDF, 309 KB)
• 061032 Overhead to Underground Conversion (PDF, 147 KB)
• 064309 Box-Pad for Pad-Mounted Transformers (PDF, 130 KB)
• 045292 Concrete Pad for Three-Phase, Loop-Style, Pad-Mounted Transformers (PDF, 173 KB)
• Joint Trench Configuration and Occupancy Guide (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Backfill Sand (PDF, 5.3 MB)

If you request new or upgraded overhead electric service for commercial or industrial sites, you must understand the requirements and preferred electric meter locations. You or your contractor can read the following most commonly referenced sections of the Greenbook related to this topic:

• Section 4.3.1 Figure 4-1 Preferred and Alternate Locations for the Overhead Service Drop Attachment (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.3 Electric Meters: General Location Requirements (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.3.2 Prohibited Meter and Service Equipment Locations (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.4.1 Meter Heights (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 5.5.1 Properly Identifying and Marking Meters (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 7.2.4 Meter Locations (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 2.4.2.D Electric and Gas Meter Set Separation Dimensions and Clearances (Figure 2-19) (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 2.4.2.D Gas Meter Set Clearance From Building Openings (Figure 2-20) (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 4.4 Service Drop Clearances (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 4.6.1 Periscope Clearances and Bracing Requirements (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Section 4.10 Required Vegetation Clearances (PDF, 5.3 MB)
• Tree Planting Matrix Tables (PDF, 5.3 MB)

If your agricultural construction project requires new electric service installation, you must understand the requirements. You or your contractor can read the following most commonly referenced sections of the Greenbook related to this topic:

• 058087 Agricultural Overhead Service 300 Horsepower or Less (PDF, 143 KB)
• 054619 Agricultural Underground Service 500 Horsepower or Less (PDF, 159 KB)