2022-2023 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)