Service Installation Standards

If you are planning to construct a new facility that requires electric power, please view the Member Installation Standards Manual. This document is presented for use in planning and constructing electrical wiring and equipment installations intended for connection to First Electric Cooperative power lines.

The drawing files listed below are specific to the type of facility and its power requirements. Please review the list carefully to identify the specific drawing related to your facility. If you should have any questions, you may inquire by e-mail or calling 1-800-489-7405.

The Member or the Member’s Representative is encouraged to contact First Electric before any planning or construction takes place regarding the need for new electrical service, or changes to existing service. For all work on the Member’s electrical facilities, First Electric strongly recommends the use of a qualified, licensed electrical contractor.

Member Installation Standards for Electric Service December 2011 Text & Drawings

4.5-1 Temporary Meter Pole (Overhead Builder's Service) Installation Specifications

4.5-2 Temporary Meter Pedestal (Underground Builder's Service) Installation Specifications

4.6-1 Meter Pole - Service Location Specifications

4.6-2 Meter Pedestal - Service Location Specifications

4.6-3 Meter Pedestal (Underground Mobile Home Service) Installation Specifications

4.7-1 Mobile Home Park Central Metering Location Specifications

4.10-1 Overhead Irrigation Service (Meter & Equipment Rack) Installation Specifications

4.10-2 Underground Irrigation Service (Meter & Equipment Rack) Installation Specifications

7.1-1 Overhead Meter on House (Wall or Fascia Attachment) Installation Specifications

7.1-2 Overhead Meter on House (Service Mast Attachment) Installation Specifications

7.1-3 Meter Pole (Overhead Mobile Home Service) Installation Specifications

7.1-4 Meter Pole (Serving Overhead Load) Installation Specifications

8.6-1 Underground Service Conduit System Installation Specifications

8.6-2 Underground Meter on House Installation Specifications

8.6-3 Concrete Encased Conduit Specifications

8.6-4 Underground Meter on House - Service Location Specifications

8.7-1 Primary Conduit System Trench Specifications

10.4-1 Pad Mount Transformer Location Specifications

10.4-2 Three Phase Transformer Pad Specifications

11.6-1 Overhead Multiple Meter Installation Specifications

11.6-2 Underground Multiple Meter Installation Specifications

11.6-3 Factory Assembled Multiple Meter Installation Specifications

11.8-1 Self Contained Meter Wiring Diagrams

11.8-2 Underground CT on Building (CT Cabinet) Installation Specifications

11.8-3 Overhead CT on Building (CT Cabinet) Installation Specifications