ELECTRIC SERVICES AVAILABLE AND APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

TYPES OF SERVICE AVAILABLE

The type and voltage of electric services shall include those listed in the latest Company Tariff and available variations thereof. The type and voltage of electric services shall also depend on the location, size, characteristic of the load to be served and the Company's available facilities. Only one service connection of each type as to voltage and phase will be supplied under one contract, except where in the judgment of the company an additional service connection is required.

Street Secondary

These supply lines operate at less than 300 volts at 60 hertz alternating current. The types of service and demand limits for services supplied from street secondary supply lines are shown on Table 4.1.1, and the rules for service installations are given in Section 5. For limits on motor-starting see Section 7.2.

Distribution

These supply lines operate at voltages 2,400 volts or higher at 60 hertz alternating current. The types of service and demand limits for services supplied from distribution supply lines are shown on Table 4.1.2, and the rules for service installations are given in Section 6. Services from distribution circuits require transformers and/or special facilities on the Customer's property. For limits on motor-starting see Section 7.2.

Sub-Transmission And Transmission

The types of service and demand limits for services supplied from sub-transmission and transmission supply lines are shown on Table 4.1.3, and rules for service installations are given in Section 6. Call your Division Office for information on obtaining these services.

TEMPORARY SERVICE

On all new service installations, temporary and permanent, the Customer must complete the five following requirements to obtain electric service:

(a) Make an application for electric service. (See 4.2.2)

(b) Request a service and meter location.

(c) Complete an Application Form if not a Duquesne Light Company Customer within the last 60 days. (Not required for a temporary service.)

d) Obtain a wiring approval from the proper electrical inspection agency. See Section 3.3.

(e) A certificate of compliance with the "Building Energy Conservation Act" (PA 222) may be required.

(f) Obtain the necessary right of way agreements satisfactory to Duquesne Light Company for the placement of facilities on the property, for any overhead wires crossing the property and for the right to trim or remove any trees, shrubbery or other obstructions for protection and clearance.