Hi

I recently added panels to my inverter and battery that was running as a UPS, the 1st installer went bust, so I needed another installer to add panels - which they have, they have also  made my system compliant where possible.

Now I need to do my SSEG registration, but since the 1st installer no longer exists, and the 2nd installer just added panels (they advised that I do this myself - is this achievable).

 

2nd - i live in Cape Town, and have since received a notice to fit a new meter - my house is old, so I am still on the analog (spinning disk) system, I can confirm that the system does not feed in to the grid - it has been running now for a few months.

 

1stly can I do the SSEG registration myself (and how hard is this) or are there ppl who can do this for me.

 

2ndly - do I have to replace my meter, usually I just log into eservices and submit a picture of my meter and it's been like that for 15yrs already).

 

Thanks all and HNYE

51 minutes ago, NadaCT said:

Hi

I recently added panels to my inverter and battery that was running as a UPS, the 1st installer went bust, so I needed another installer to add panels - which they have, they have also  made my system compliant where possible.

Now I need to do my SSEG registration, but since the 1st installer no longer exists, and the 2nd installer just added panels (they advised that I do this myself - is this achievable).

 

2nd - i live in Cape Town, and have since received a notice to fit a new meter - my house is old, so I am still on the analog (spinning disk) system, I can confirm that the system does not feed in to the grid - it has been running now for a few months.

 

1stly can I do the SSEG registration myself (and how hard is this) or are there ppl who can do this for me.

 

2ndly - do I have to replace my meter, usually I just log into eservices and submit a picture of my meter and it's been like that for 15yrs already).

 

Thanks all and HNYE

Rather get a new installer to do all the red tape and reports and drawings as is required. 

Now you need qualified people to do the changes and not DIY.

My 2C worth.

@TaliaB can fill in on all the detail.

1 hour ago, NadaCT said:

Hi

I recently added panels to my inverter and battery that was running as a UPS, the 1st installer went bust, so I needed another installer to add panels - which they have, they have also  made my system compliant where possible.

Now I need to do my SSEG registration, but since the 1st installer no longer exists, and the 2nd installer just added panels (they advised that I do this myself - is this achievable).

 

2nd - i live in Cape Town, and have since received a notice to fit a new meter - my house is old, so I am still on the analog (spinning disk) system, I can confirm that the system does not feed in to the grid - it has been running now for a few months.

 

1stly can I do the SSEG registration myself (and how hard is this) or are there ppl who can do this for me.

 

2ndly - do I have to replace my meter, usually I just log into eservices and submit a picture of my meter and it's been like that for 15yrs already).

 

Thanks all and HNYE

The first installer should have kicked off this process for you, but that's all in the past now and there's nothing to be done about it.

Here in Johannesburg the by-laws requiring registration have been on the books for years, but this was not well publicised and there is little in the way of enforcement. Currently they are allowing retrospective registrations. 

Anyway, long story short: This is how I came to be in contact with Pure Energy. They made an initial site visit and had a look at the system. I then signed a letter giving them power of attorney as regards SSEG registration and they took over the whole process. This was a big deal for me as I don't care to spend hours sitting in municipal offices (and since I am paid per hour I'd lose out financially). 

You can't do it all by yourself unless you have the engineering qualifications to sign off on the circuit diagram and other documents that must be provided. 

I would start speaking to the City ASAP. Explain the situation to them, that way they know you are being co-operative.

That you DON'T feed back into the grid is neither here not there. Now you have panels on your roof you are generating electricity AND are connected to their grid, and so they have an interest.

NB: Pure Energy won't change your system if they find any shortcomings. They will advise you and it is up to you to get the necessary done. OK... all they found on my system was that the labelling was inadequate (EG there has to be a sign next to the municipal supply point indicating that there are dual power sources on the property). They will supply the labels - at a cost.

Edited December 31, 20241 yr by Bobster.

3 hours ago, NadaCT said:

1stly can I do the SSEG registration myself (and how hard is this) or are there ppl who can do this for me

It is a 2 step process, first apply for permission to instal. 2nd apply for final approval once permissions is obtain and installation completed. Do you already have the permission to install since the system has presumably been commissioned already.

3 hours ago, NadaCT said:

2nd - i live in Cape Town, and have since received a notice to fit a new meter - my house is old, so I am still on the analog (spinning disk) system, I can confirm that the system does not feed in to the grid - it has been running now for a few months.

Don't think you have a choice. As part of the formal approval process you will be contacted to have a new meter installed in any event so why not do it now. The meter works well and does not suffer form nuisance tripping. I have tested mine by pushing 1000watts to 1500watts back into the grid for a few seconds (when the CoCT technicians where on premises right after they installed it) and it did not trip.

To register a Small Scale Embedded Generator (SSEG) in Cape Town, you must submit the following:

Required Documents:

1. Completed SSEG Application Form

Fill out the relevant Eskom SSEG application form.

2. Electrical Certificate of Compliance

Issued by an installer accredited by the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS).(DOL)

3. Permission to Install Letter

Provided once your application form has been reviewed and approved.

4. Commissioning Report

The installation must be signed off by an independent professional engineer who will complete this report.

5. Personal Identification Documents

Include all necessary personal documentation as part of your submission.

Additional Information Required:

Customer account number

Full name

Geographic location

Contact information

Capacity of the embedded generator (in kW)

Phase and circuit breaker specifications

Size of dedicated transformer

Current notified maximum demand of the supply

Maximum allowable export capacity (in kW)

Type of generator

Ensure all the required details and documents are accurate to avoid delays in processing your registration.
 

Thanks all....seems like a tough start to the new year, but I'll get on this when back home.