KEL 006 Standard O&M

• Conducted on

  Date

• Prepared by

• Location
  Address

• Where a text box is not provided please append any notes required to the relevant entry by tapping the paperclip symbol next to the question/task. Images can be attached in the same way.

Inverter/AC distribution

• Are the inverters running in a "normal" mode?

  Yes

  No

• What message is the inverter displaying?

• Notes

• Are the warning and hazard signs present and clearly visible?

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition, attach image(s) and replace or restore sign(s)

• Are the covers and door locks intact and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition and attach image(s)

• Is the humidity inside the cabinet acceptable?

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition and attach image(s) if appropriate

• Do the dust filters need to be replaced?

  Yes

  No

• Please replace the dust filters. If this is not possible please create an action to do so.

• Clean the heat exchangers

• Are the heat exchangers in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition and attach image(s)

• Are all appropriate labels present and clearly visible?

  Yes

  No

• Please note & replace missing and damaged labels, describe condition and attach image(s)

• Is there a grounding system installed?

  Yes

  No

• Is the grounding system in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Please measure & record grounding system insulation resistance here

• Describe condition, record insulation resistance measurement and attach image(s)

• Are the fuses and fuse holders, circuit-breakers and disconnections functioning and in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• List and describe condition of damaged item(s) and attach image(s)

• Do the installed fuses, circuit breaks and disconnections match the documentation

  Yes

  No

• Please list discrepancies

• Are the fans functioning correctly?

  Yes

  No

• Please replace the faulty fan(s) or set an action to do so

• Are the fans unusually noisy?

  Yes

  No

• Please replace the faulty fan(s) or set an action to do so

• Sample assess cables and connectors and tighten all coupling screws

• Are any cables burnt or connections damaged?

  Yes

  No

• Repair or replace damaged component(s) or create an action to do so

• Check supply voltage and record here

• If this voltage is abnormal please contact Kingspan Energy

• Is there surge protection present?

  Yes

  No

• Is the surge protection in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition and attach image(s)

• Are the communication cabling, HUBs and data loggers (comm-box) in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition and attach image(s)

Mains Connection

• Are the warning and hazard signs in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition, attach image(s) and replace or restore sign(s)

• Are there entrance barriers at this installation?

  Yes

  No

• Are the entrance barriers in good condition?

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition and attach image(s)

• Are any of the mains connections loose or do they show signs or burning?

  Connection loose

  Signs of burning

  Both

  No

• Attach image(s) of issue and leave any necessary notes here

• Does the Mains Breaker function correctly? (Mechanically)

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition and attach image(s) if applicable

• Are all labels correct, readable and positioned properly?

  Yes

  No

• Describe issue and attach image(s)

• Do all protection device ratings match the system specification included in the documentation?

  Yes

  No

• Identify the incorrect devices here, attach images where they may clarify the issue

PV Generator

• Is there evidence of pollution or dirt build up on the PV modules?

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition and attach image(s)

• Perform a 5% sample check of the screw joints on the PV frame and tighten loose bolts if necessary. Has the system passed or failed?

  Pass

  Fail

• Repeat check on another 5% sample (do not test already tested joints). Has the system passed or failed?

  Pass

  Fail

• Contact Kingspan

• Perform a 5% sample check of the fixing of the PV modules to the frame. Has the system passed or failed?

  Pass

  Fail

• Repeat check on another 5% sample (do not test already tested modules). Has the system passed or failed?

  Pass

  Fail

• Contact Kingspan

• Perform a 5% sample check and test the DC connectors (both serial and parallel connections). Has the system passed or failed?

  Pass

  Fail

• Repeat check on another 5% sample (do not test already tested connections). Has the system passed or failed?

  Pass

  Fail

• Contact Kingspan

• Perform a 5% sample check of the solar cables for damage, fixings and containment Has the system passed or failed?

  Pass

  Fail

• Repeat check on another 5% sample (do not test already tested cables). Has the system passed or failed?

  Pass

  Fail

• Contact Kingspan

• Is there a grounding system installed on this array?

  Yes

  No

• Is there any evidence of damage or corrosion?

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition, attach image(s) and repair

• Are any of the modules physically damaged?

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition, attach image(s) & create an action to replace if neccessary

• Are any of the modules abnormally coloured?

  Yes

  No

• Describe condition, attach image(s) & create an action to replace if neccessary

• Perform a 5% sample test of modules and all electrical connections for hot spots with thermography

• Were any hotspots detected?

  Yes

  No

• Describe hotspot location and attach image(s)

• Did the system pass the test?

  Pass

  Fail

• Perform another 5% sample test of modules and all electrical connections for hot spots with thermography (do not retest previously tested modules)

• Did the system pass the test?

  Pass

  Fail

• Describe the hotspot location and attached image(s)

• Contact Kingspan