This article highlights the essentials for completing the activation (M2) milestone. It covers the key approvals, required documentation, and monitoring setup so the system is ready without delays.
Main Asks at M2:
System turned on, communicating, operating as normal without any errors.
See examples of OEM monitoring graphs for reference HERE
Ensure system is producing with tolerance of production estimate
Conditional Approval Items - anything stipulated from M1
Additional site improvement work photos (tree removal, MPU)
Always ensure commissioning settings are configured correctly:
Take screenshots of all commissioning pages during installation
Confirm normal status/active communication for each device
Normal consumption/production data with cellular signal
Ensure monitoring guides are followed per manufacturer and with the help of Palmetto Monitoring Guidance
Consumption CT settings properly configured based on system setup on site/manufacturer
PCS Settings properly configured, when necessary
Activation Milestone (M2) - Monitoring Best Practices
Micros and all devices must have a normal operating status and data
Alerts section of the portal must be clear with no active errors
Notable difference in the PR Mainline Program:
All Monitoring Access is required at M1