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1.0 General Information 03/16/2015

2.0 Character of Service 03/16/2015

3.0 Service Facilities 03/16/2015

4.0 Overhead Service Drops and Underground Service Laterals (Non-Network) 03/16/2015

5.0 Meters and Meter Equipment 03/16/2015

6.0 Non-Network Overhead and Underground Distribution Extensions 03/16/2015

7.0 Low-Voltage AC Network System 03/16/2015

8.0 Rights and Responsibilities 03/16/2015

9.0 Motors and Starting Requirements 03/16/2015

10.0 Power Factor Correction Rule 03/16/2015

11.0 Emergency Electric Service 03/16/2015

12.0 Customer-Owned Optional Standby Electric Generating Equipment 03/16/2015

13.0 Customer-Owned Parallel Electric Generating Equipment 03/16/2015

14.0 Charges for Overhead Drops and Underground Service Laterals 03/16/2015

15.0 MGE Electric Distribution Engineering Department Directory 02/11/2016

16.0 Service Details 03/16/2015

17.0 Meter Numbers 04/27/2016

18.0 Miscellaneous Forms 03/16/2015

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1.0 General Information

1.1 Introduction

This Madison Gas and Electric Company (MGE) Electrical Contractors' Handbook gives
contractors, architects, engineers, and customers answers to common questions about
residential, commercial, and industrial electrical installations and hookups.

Any rules or regulations conform with and supplement local, municipal, and State of
Wisconsin electrical codes.

For a complete legal and definitive description of all procedures, regulations, and
responsibilities, refer to the Madison Gas and Electric Company Rates and Service Rules
Manual available from MGE and on file with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin
(PSCW).

1.2 Definitions

1.2.1 Service Drop refers to the overhead conductors between the distribution pole and the point of
attachment at the applicant's service entrance facility. A Service Drop is normally located on
the customer's property and is of secondary voltage.

1.2.2 Service Lateral refers to the underground conductors between the Distribution System,
including any risers on a pole or other structure and the customer's service entrance facility. A
Service Lateral is normally located on the customer's property and is of secondary voltage.

1.2.3 Distribution System includes all primary lines, secondary lines, transformers, and control
equipment necessary to provide points of connection with Service Drops or Service Laterals.
Though located on customer property, transformers and associated equipment are part of
MGE's Distribution System.

Normally, the Distribution System is located within an electric utility easement on private
property or on public streets, alleys, and roads so that it may be extended to other applicants.
Property owners grant easements without cost to MGE.

1.2.4 Transmission System includes all overhead lines, underground lines, and transformers
operating at or above 69,000 volts line-to-line or 39,800 volts line-to-ground. In addition, it
includes all control equipment used to operate these facilities.

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1.3 Determine Location of Electric Facilities in Area of Proposed Work

Prior to performing any excavation, grading, blasting, construction, erection, or demolition

work within MGE's service territory, call Diggers Hotline at 1-800-242-8511 or 811 or visit
www.diggershotline.com to obtain the location of our facilities and other participating utility
facilities. We will provide facility location prints and field-locating services promptly.

It is necessary for you to place the request 72 hours (three working days) in advance of
nonemergency excavation as required in Section 182.0175 of the Wisconsin Statutes. Make
an additional request for location of facilities when the project is delayed or interrupted for ten
or more workdays or when changes are made in the proposed construction.

You, as the contractor, are responsible for maintaining the stakes and markings placed by our
locating personnel who mark the location of our existing facilities. If the markings are
inadvertently destroyed or additional work is to be performed which requires re-staking of
your project area, call Diggers Hotline at 1-800-242-8511 or 811 again.

When emergency excavation is necessary, call Diggers Hotline at 1-800-242-8511 or 811

during normal working hours. If there is an emergency outside of normal working hours, call
608-252-7111 or 1-800-245-1123. MGE locating personnel will respond promptly and field
locate our facilities for you.

An emergency location is defined as an underground locate request where excavating or

demolition must begin prior to the standard three business days. An emergency exists only
when one or more of the following conditions exists:

a. The unforeseen excavation which, if not performed, could result in the loss of life or limb.
b. The excavation is required to repair a service outage.
c. Excavation is required prior to three business days in order to prevent property damage.
d. An unstable condition exists which may result in any of the conditions listed above (for
example, a leak in any service main or a fault in a primary or secondary wire and/or
cable).

When calling in an emergency excavation, inform the operator that an emergency situation
exists and be prepared to explain which of the above conditions is in effect. The operator will
prepare the ticket for immediate transmission and issue a start date equal to the time the
excavation is scheduled to commence.

1.3.1 Placement of Facilities Adjacent to Electric Distribution

Facilities being installed to cross existing underground electric distribution wires and/or
conduit (operating at less than 39,800 volts to ground) at or near an angle of 90 degrees must
maintain a minimum clearance of 6 inches. Contact MGE Engineering for review of the
circumstances involved in all these installations.

Facilities that are to be installed parallel or nearly parallel to existing underground electric
distribution wires and/or conduit must provide a minimum of 12 inches of horizontal
clearance. Unless it is planned to shore the ditch, increase the horizontal clearance 12 inches
for each
12 inches of depth of ditch below the level of the existing facilities.

Contact MGE Engineering for review of the circumstances involved in all these installations.

Aboveground appurtenances, poles, buildings, etc., placed adjacent to overhead electric

facilities must conform to the clearances specified in the Wisconsin Administrative Code
which has adopted, with some changes, the National Electric Safety Code and the National

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Electric Code. If you have any question as to the clearance required, call MGE Engineering.

If you are engineering a project or planning to bid on a project that may jeopardize existing
MGE electric facilities, call MGE at 608-252-7373 for assistance in providing relocation costs
or coordination of work activities.

1.3.2 Placement of Facilities Adjacent to Electric Transmission

Facilities being installed to cross existing underground electric transmission facilities

(operating at 39,800 or more volts to ground) must maintain an 18-inch minimum clearance.
Contact MGE Engineering for review of the circumstances involved in all these installations.

Facilities that are going to be installed parallel or nearly parallel to existing underground
electric transmission cables or conduit must maintain a minimum horizontal clearance of 18
inches. Unless it is planned to shore the ditch, increase the horizontal clearance 12 inches for
each 12 inches of depth of the ditch below the level of the transmission line.

Aboveground appurtenances, poles, buildings, etc., placed adjacent to overhead electric

facilities must conform to the clearances specified in the Wisconsin Administrative Code
which has adopted the National Electric Safety Code and the National Electric Code. If you
have any question as to the clearance required, call MGE Engineering.

If you are engineering a project or planning to bid on a project which may jeopardize existing
MGE electric transmission facilities, call MGE at 608-252-5644 for assistance in providing
relocation costs or coordination of work activities.

1.3.3 Excavation Near Underground Electric Facilities

After the location of all underground electric facilities has been determined, make sure all
machine operators, foremen, and supervisors on the project are aware of their location. Do
not forget new people on the job. They will not know the facilities are there unless you tell
them.

Excavations crossing or adjacent to electric facilities must conform with all applicable federal,
state, and local codes and ordinances.

Use caution when excavating near underground electric facilities to ensure no damage is
inflicted to the cable jacketing or concentric neutral wires. Do not use poured concrete within
18 inches of underground electric cables due to the deterioration it causes to the insulation
medium on the cables. This deterioration is not immediate but occurs over time. The length of
time to cable failure depends on many factors including strength of concrete, water table, and
other environmental conditions.

Do not use any power-operated excavating or earth-moving equipment within 18 inches of

the underground facility and the cutting edge of the tool. This is covered in Section 182.0175
of the Wisconsin Statutes. If you are within 18 inches of the underground facility, it will be
necessary to hand dig around it to prevent damage.

Shoring, sloping, and/or some equivalent means meeting OSHA requirements must be used
to prevent caving or movement of ditch banks adjacent to underground electric facilities.

Provide proper supports when excavating near or under electric facilities. These supports are
not to damage the facilities they are supporting. If you are uncertain as to what is required,
call MGE Engineering.

Do not attempt to bore past an underground electric facility without adequately determining
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prevent damage. Note: Even a simple underground electric service is capable of causing
severe injury and/or death if handled improperly.

On all excavations adjacent to MGE underground electric transmission facilities, an MGE

representative is to be present. Call 608-252-7188 to coordinate this inspection work.

1.3.4 Construction Near Overhead Electric Facilities

After the location of overhead electric facilities has been determined, make sure all machine
operators, foremen, and supervisors on the project are aware of their location. Do not
consider any overhead wire to be insulated. Do not park tall equipment or create a
load/unload area under overhead conductors.

Any time you leave the traveled portion of a road, you must consider that the overhead line
clearance may not be sufficient for your tall equipment. Any overhead electric conductor
including 120/240-volt service is sufficient to cause severe injury and/or death if contacted.

OSHA requires that you maintain a minimum safety clearance of 10 feet when using backhoe
excavators or boom lifts, erecting scaffolding, raising dump boxes on vehicles, and during use
of any tall equipment near overhead electric facilities.

Contact the MGE Construction Department if crane operations could get closer than 20 feet
to the overhead electric facilities. The crane operator shall comply with OSHA 1926.1408 and
1926.1409 if the crane could get closer than 20 feet to an overhead conductor.

When excavating is to be performed adjacent to overhead poles and/or structures, leave a

minimum of 2 feet of ground at the ground line of the pole along with a one-to-one slope from
that point to the new grade level. Other arrangements can be made by contacting MGE
Construction Engineering.

If you believe any structure, permanent or temporary, will be in conflict or close proximity to
overhead conductors or a Service Drop, contact MGE Construction Engineering.

1.3.5 Blasting Near Any Electric Facility

Do not perform blasting operations in the vicinity of any MGE facilities until we have been
notified and measured, satisfactory to us, for safe control of the blasting and so that
protection of all MGE facilities have been taken. Such measures will include preplanned
emergency procedures.

When blasting operations are performed, they shall be done only by a licensed blaster and
strictly in accordance with all local, state, and federal codes and regulations. Liability for any
damage remains the responsibility of the party performing the blasting.

1.3.6 Backfilling in the Area Near Underground Electric Facilities

Report any scrapes, cuts, abrasions, or broken underground cables and/or conduit that have
occurred while the facilities are exposed. Call MGE at 608-252-7111 to report any damage
and have the underground facilities inspected prior to backfilling. We will inspect and make
necessary repairs as warranted.

Where excavation removes the original ground under concrete conduit and manhole systems,
backfill the area below this facility with pit run or washed sand compacted mechanically in
6-inch lifts to provide the same or better support than was there prior to the excavation.

Replace the sand where excavation removes the original thermal sand from around
underground transmission facilities. MGE personnel on the site will make the determination

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on whether the backfill is appropriate.

Compact the backfill above the facilities by mechanical compaction in accordance with MGE
specifications.

1.3.7 Grading and Landscaping Work

When grading or landscaping work is planned which involves the lowering of existing grades,
determine the depth of the underground facilities in the area by hand excavation under MGE
guidance before the work commences. Raising or lowering of underground electric facilities
due to grade changes is at the cost of the party changing the grade.

1.4 Certificate of Inspection Required Before Connection

MGE requires a Certificate of Inspection from the authorized electrical inspector of the
appropriate town, village, or city before connecting new or modified services.

If the area or facility is not required by law to have an authorized electrical inspector, MGE will
accept, in lieu of the Certificate of Inspection, a signed and notarized affidavit from the
electrical contractor which certifies the wiring conforms to the Wisconsin State Electrical
Code.

1.5 Before Applying for Service Connections

Service connections and extensions are made in accordance with filed rules and regulations.
However, MGE recommends that before you apply for service or prepare wiring plans, you
give attention to the following:

1.5.1 Contact the MGE Electric Construction Engineering Department as soon as you begin
planning for your facility.

1.5.2 Applications

Apply for service as far in advance as possible of the date service is required. You may apply
for service at the MGE General Office Facility or at:

http://www.mge.com/images/PDF/Forms/AppNewServiceInstall.pdf.

Provide the date your service is required.

Completely identify property location including name and address and lot and block number,
and provide site plans when possible.

For commercial and industrial buildings, MGE needs the architect's and engineer's names
and telephone numbers, the type of building, and the planned load.

In areas not served by municipal sewer and water, include a copy of septic and water system
prints.

1.5.3 Voltages

Check with MGE about the availability of 120/208-volt or 277/480-volt three-phase, four-wire
service.

Check the low-voltage network map (see NET-1 ) to determine if you are served by the
underground low-voltage network system which covers the downtown Madison area (see
Section A 7).

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1.5.4 Underground Service

Check or inquire about primary or secondary services.

Review Section 19.16 of the Madison General Ordinances entitled "Underground Utility
Entrance Facilities" concerning underground entrance requirements.

1.5.5 Metering

Check if there are proposed metered locations greater than 200 amps. If so, a
transformer-rated meter socket is required.

1.5.6 Underground Vaults in the Network Area

Customers with present or prospective loads of 75 KW or more must provide transformer

vaults approved by MGE and meet all applicable specifications and governmental codes (see
Section A 7).

1.5.7 New Residential or Commercial Developments

Check municipal streetlighting requirements for new plats.

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MGE distributes electric current to residential, commercial, and network customers as follows:

2.1 Residential, Commercial, and Network

Transformers supplied by MGE are typically available at 120/240 and 120/208 volts,
277/480 volts, 120/208 (low-voltage network), and 277/480 (spot network). Transformers are
standard ratio and standard impedance single- and three-phase oil-cooled types only.

2.2 Residential and Commercial

2.2.1 Single-phase, 60-cycle alternating current is available at 120/240 volts or, in special
circumstances, 120/208 volts over a three-wire service.

2.2.2 Customers outside the low-voltage network system who provide us with acceptable space for
transformer installations may obtain three-phase 120/208 volts or 277/480 volts over a
four-wire service subject to the following minimum 15-minute demand: 120/208 volts, 75 KW;
277/480 volts, 150 KW.

2.3 Commercial Only

2.3.1 Three-phase, 60-cycle alternating current may be supplied at 2,400/4,160 volts for large
power installations over a four-wire service. This service is available at limited locations and
at MGE's discretion.

2.3.2 Three-phase, 60-cycle alternating current at 7,970/13,800 volts over a four-wire service is
available at limited locations and at MGE's discretion.

2.4 Network Only

2.4.1 Sixty- (60) cycle alternating current may be supplied at 120/208 volts over a three-wire or
four-wire service.

2.4.2 Three-phase, four-wire, 277/480-volt spot network service is provided only upon MGE's
specific written approval where:

 The customer requests it,

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 The 15-minute demand exceeds 750 KW,

 Suitable multiple 13.8-KV circuits are available at the proposed site, and
 The customer provides necessary transformer space.

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3.1 Service Entrance Specifications

MGE specifies, in writing, customers' service entrance locations, including service entrance
conduit sizes, quantity, and termination points.

3.2 For each customer's building or premise, MGE supplies:

 No more than one Service Drop or Service Lateral;

 No more than one class of service;
 No more than one meter; and
 Service to no more than one service entrance, main disconnect, or MGE-approved
metering device.

3.2.1 Exceptions:

 When more than one point of delivery is necessary because of voltage regulation,
governmental requirements, or regulatory orders.

 When more than one Service Drop or Service Lateral of the same class of service is
necessary to meet the load requirements of large installations.

 When row houses and other multiple occupancy buildings comply with the State electrical
code by having areas separated by fire walls.

 When an additional service or meter may be required to accommodate special approved

service rates.

 Where multiple-occupancy buildings require separate meters for individual tenants, more
than one meter is allowed.

 When total load exceeds 800 KW for single-metered commercial customers, two classes
of service are available.

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4.1 Requirements

4.1.1 MGE installs, owns, and maintains all Service Drops and Service Laterals.

4.1.2 For overhead Service Drops, the applicant's service entrance facility must be located at a
point readily accessible to the Distribution System and at a height to provide for proper code
clearance of the Service Drop wire.

Where it is necessary to cross adjacent property, the applicant must make arrangements with
the landowner for MGE to obtain the proper easements.

The applicant must also obtain the proper location for the service head from MGE and
provide suitable anchorage for supporting the Service Drop on the building.

4.1.3 If the present or prospective load is 75 KW or more, MGE specifies that the applicant must
provide either:

A transformer vault with vehicle access constructed in accordance with all applicable codes.

Space for the installation of self-enclosed, pad-mounted transformers and switchgear with
vehicle access and in accordance with Wisconsin State Electrical Code (PSC 114.317).

In high-rise buildings, conduit extensions, space for the installation of transformers, primary
cables, and associated switchgear and, upon our request, suitable space on-site outside the
building for the installation of high-voltage fused disconnecting equipment.

4.2 Location of Service

All Service Drops and Service Laterals will be extended from the MGE Distribution System to
the customer's service entrance facility over the most direct and properly engineered route as
determined by MGE. The customer's service entrance point will be specified by MGE.

4.3 Customer Contribution for Service Facilities

Single-phase Service Drops or laterals will be provided up to 120 feet free and three-phase
Service Drops or laterals will receive up to 50 feet free. This is measured from the Distribution

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System to the customer's service entrance facility using the most direct and properly
engineered route as determined by MGE. The customer will pay an incremental cost per foot
for all additional footage to the customer's specified service entrance point. See MIS-10
and MIS-11 for costs and methods for determining these charges.

4.4 Rights-of-Way, Easements, and Maintenance of Grade

The applicant or developer is responsible for furnishing MGE with rights-of-way and
easements within reasonable time to meet service requirements. The right-of-way must be
cleared of trees, stumps, and other obstructions prior to installation. After installation, the
right-of-way may be used by the grantor in any way that does not interfere with MGE's ability
to maintain its electrical facilities at any time.

The right-of-way must be graded within 6 inches of final grade and be maintained by the
applicant during utility construction. Future changes or relocations of our facilities due to
changes in grade will be at the property owner's expense.

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5.0 Meters and Meter Equipment

5.1 Customer Responsibility

Customers are responsible for furnishing and installing all wiring for meter installations,
including such associated facilities as meter sockets, meter enclosures, meter test block
enclosures, current transformer enclosures, etc., as required for the appropriate type of
metering installations specified in this section. Meter sockets must be approved by MGE for
the particular type of service and comply with local and state codes.

5.2 Access

5.2.1 In outdoor installations, locate meters where access won't promote damage to lawns,
gardens, or shrubbery.

5.2.2 Meters must be installed in accessible areas with a minimum of 3 feet of frontal clearance so
MGE personnel can read and test them without causing customer inconvenience or a safety
hazard to MGE personnel.

5.2.3 For multiple-unit residential, commercial, and industrial customers such as apartments, office
buildings, stores, and factories, meters should be located in easily accessible portions of the
buildings.

Where there are a number of meters, they must be grouped together and have the sockets
marked to indicate the portions of the buildings supplied by each meter.

Where meters are mounted side by side, leave at least a 7-inch space between each meter
and the nearest adjacent piece of equipment to permit testing and adjusting. Use of a 6-inch
space section may be required to meet this requirement.

5.3 Mounting and Location

5.3.1 Meters mounted inside or outside must be between 4 and 6 feet above final grade. Final
grade must be established before the meters can be set.

Exception: Pedestal-type meter sockets and multiple meter stacks must be between 3 and 6
feet above final grade for outside installations.

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Exception: Multiple meter stacks must be between 2 and 6 feet above final grade for inside
installations and between 2.5 and 6 feet above final grade for outside installations.

5.3.2 Meters must be located in such a manner as not to interfere with gas piping or gas metering
(see MIS-2 to determine minimum clearance required).

5.3.3 Meter mountings must be secure, free of vibrations, and installed plumb.

5.3.4 Meters must be free from unusual temperature and moisture conditions.

5.3.5 All single and two-family residential buildings must have the meter installation in an
accessible area outside the structure. Other buildings that are not easily accessible to MGE
personnel during normal working hours must also have an outside meter installation.

5.3.6 In areas subject to damage from falling ice or debris, installation of an ice shield is required
(see MIS-12 ).

5.4 Removal and Relocation

5.4.1 Only MGE employees may set, remove, or relocate meters.

5.4.2 On jobs where it is necessary to temporarily disconnect or relocate a meter, contact MGE
New Construction Services at 608-252-7373 at least two days before the work is to be done.

5.4.3 Where new wiring has been done, inspection permits and/or signed and notarized affidavits
are required before MGE will set the meter.

5.4.4 MGE will seal all meter switches, meter sockets, enclosures, and meters at the time of
installation. If a seal is broken in the event of an emergency, contact MGE New Construction
Services within 48 hours for resealing.

5.5 Residential

Note: In the network area, a switch-fuse-meter sequence is required.

5.5.1 Horn-type bypass or manual sealable lever-operated bypass for self-contained meter sockets
with a meter-switch-fuse sequence for:

 Single-phase installations of 320 amperes or less (see RES-1 , RES-2 , RES-3 ,

RES-4 , and RES-5 ).

 Three-phase installations of 100 amperes or less (see COM-1 ).

 Multiple metering installations for two to six units (see RES-7 ). All apartments having
more than six units should contact MGE (see RES-8 ).

5.5.2 Transformer-rated meter sockets and current transformers may require switch-fuse-meter
sequence for:

 Single-phase installations over 320 amperes of actual load (see RES-6 ).

 Three-phase installations over 200 amperes of actual load (see COM-7 ).

 Single-metered and single-phase installations of over 200 amperes for single or

multiple-family residential units (see COM-3 ).

 Single-metered and three-phase installations of over 200 amperes for single- or

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multiple-family residential units (see COM-7 ).

5.5.3 Underground Service

 For underground service of 200 amperes or less, you must use a meter socket rated for
200 amperes with horn-type or manual sealable lever bypass with meter-switch-fuse
sequence (see RES-1 and RES-2 ).

 Underground services over 200 amperes must have either:

o Current transformer installations with switch-fuse-meter sequence

(see COM-3 ).
o Optional 320-ampere meter pedestal (see RES-5 ).
o Optional metering transformer cabinets for services from 201 to 600 amperes
and 250 volts or less with single-meter installation and meter-switch-fuse
sequence. An outdoor metering transformer cabinet installation is required for
residential applications. A main service disconnect must be used ahead of the
metering cabinet for use on the AC low-voltage network (see RES-6 ).

5.5.4 Farm Services - Pole Top

Pole-top disconnects of 200 amperes or 400 amperes, single-phase, 120/240-volt with space
for a current transformer are permitted. If the option of a standby generator breaker is
selected, it must be configured in a break-before-make switch sequence.

The metering sequence will be meter-switch-fuse. For customer-owned generating

equipment connections, see Section 12, Customer-Owned Optional Standby Electric
Generating Equipment (see MIS-7 and MIS-8 ).

5.5.5 Off-Peak Water Heating Installation

Wiring for residential off-peak water heating installation must include a socket for the off-peak
meter. Use a meter-switch-fuse sequence (see RES-9 , RES-9A , and RES-9B ).

5.6 Commercial and Industrial

Note: All services of 460 volts or more must be switch-fuse-meter sequence.

5.6.1 Manual sealable, lever-operated bypass, self-contained heavy-duty jaw-released meter

sockets with a meter-switch-fuse sequence for:

 Single-phase installations of 100 amperes or less (see COM-1 ).

 Three-phase installations of 100 amperes or less (see COM-1 .

5.6.2 Manual sealable, lever-operated bypass, self-contained heavy-duty jaw-released meter

sockets with a switch-fuse-meter sequence for:

 Single-phase installations for 101 to 200 amperes (see COM-2 ).

 Three-phase installations for 101 to 200 amperes (see COM-2 ).

5.6.3 Transformer-rated meter sockets and current transformers with switch-fuse-meter sequence
for:

 Single-phase installations over 200 amperes for commercial and industrial customers
(see COM-3 and COM-4 ).

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 Three-phase installations over 200 amperes for commercial and industrial customers
(see COM-6 , COM-7 , and COM-13 ).

5.6.4 For multiple-meter installations in commercial and industrial buildings, a main building
disconnect is required (see COM-8 , COM-9 , and COM-10 ).

5.6.5 Optional metering transformer cabinets for services of 250 volts or less with single-meter
installation and meter-switch-fuse sequence. Commercial or industrial single-metered
customers with total service capacity of not more than 2,000 amperes may use an indoor or
outdoor metering transformer cabinet installation.

The customer must provide an MGE-approved cabinet and install it and associated service
entrance equipment in accordance with all applicable codes (see COM-11 and COM-12
). THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO THE AC LOW -VOLTAGE NETWORK AREA .

5.6.6 Three-phase, primary-metered service supplied at 4,160 volts four-wire or 13,800 volts
four-wire is available at limited locations and at MGE's discretion. Customers taking service at
primary voltage must provide all the necessary switchgear for metering and fused protection
of the primary side of the transformers.

A switch-fuse-meter sequence must be used. Drawings of primary metered switchgear must

be approved by MGE Construction Engineering prior to purchase (see COM-14 ).

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ECH- 6.0
Chapter

Electric Rules and Regulations

Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS Non-Network Overhead and Underground Distribution
Extensions
HANDBOOK
(ECH)
Effective: 03/16/2015
Revision Number: 0

6.0 Non-Network Overhead and Underground Distribution Extensions

6.1 To Extend Service

Upon written request, MGE will extend its Distribution System to provide service to new
customers in accordance with the following rules and regulations.

6.2 Definition of Distribution System

The Distribution System includes all primary lines, secondary lines, transformers, and control
equipment necessary to provide points of connection with Service Drops or Service Laterals.
Though located on customer property, transformers and associated equipment are part of
MGE's Distribution System.

Normally, the Distribution System is located within an electric utility easement on private
property or public streets, alleys, and roads so that it may be extended to other applicants.
Property owners grant easements without cost to MGE.

Service voltages supplied by MGE are typically available at 120/240 and 120/208 volts
(residential), 120/208 (low-voltage network) and 277/480 (spot network), and all of the above
for commercial applications. Transformers are standard ratio and standard impedance single-
and three-phase oil-cooled types only.

6.3 MGE's Responsibility

MGE designs and installs the distribution facilities in the most safe, reliable, environmentally
accepted manner and at the lowest reasonable cost following accepted engineering and
planning practices as determined by MGE.

6.4 Items Included in Costs of Extension

If a service extension is required, the customer may be responsible for the cost. The
customer's calculated cost of the required extension (to be paid in advance) will not include
individual transformers or increased transformer capacity but will include the cost of:

6.4.1 Extension of primary and secondary facilities (overhead and/or underground), including
excavation and restoration.

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6.4.2 Reconstruction of existing facilities, including changing from single phase to three phase or
construction of new feeders made necessary solely by addition of such customers.

6.4.3 Tree trimming and rights-of-way clearing.

6.4.4 Abnormal trenching costs.

6.4.5 Securing easements.

6.4.6 Moving conflicting facilities.

6.4.7 Overtime expenses. Note: For load increases, only the overtime portion of labor applies.

6.4.8 All other costs associated with making the extension, including applicable overheads.

6.5 Definition of Allowances

The average embedded cost for providing a service to an individual customer is used to
determine any applicable allowances. MGE determines the average embedded cost
allowance (AECA) for the following classes of customers:

6.5.1 Energy-Only Basis

These are generally residential and small commercial customers requesting extensions to
serve their facilities on individual lots of multi-lot plats. MGE calculates its average embedded
cost of the distribution facilities by dividing the overall depreciated embedded cost by the total
number of customers billed in that classification.

6.5.2 Demand and Energy Basis

These are generally commercial customers with demand greater than 20 KW. Their average
embedded cost on a per-kilowatt-of-demand basis is calculated by dividing the overall
depreciated embedded cost by the total kilowatt demand for this customer class.

6.5.3 Streetlighting Facilities

The average embedded costs are determined on a per-fixture basis by dividing the overall
depreciated embedded cost by the total number of fixtures involved.

6.6 Allowances

MGE recomputes and files the AECA annually on March 1. For current information, call MGE
Construction Engineering.

6.7 Application of Allowances

MGE applies the allowances to each class of customer as follows:

6.7.1 Energy-Only Customers

The requesting customer receives allowances only for lots having structures beyond the
foundation stage that take a Service Drop or Service Lateral directly from the distribution
extension being made.

The customer pays the total cost of the extension as previously described, less the average
embedded cost per customer multiplied by the number of customers to be served by the
extension. The cost is computed on an estimated basis, and the requesting customer makes

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an advance deposit in that amount.

Refunds, on an average embedded-cost-per-customer basis, are made to the original

customer who made the deposit as new customers take Service Drops or Service Laterals
within five years of the original extension completion. The refund equals whichever is greater
- the AECA in effect at the time the contributed extension was installed or the AECA in effect
at the time the meter was set.

In either case, MGE reduces the refund by its costs incurred designing and installing the
distribution facilities for the second customer. The total refund never exceeds the original total
amount paid, and no interest is paid on refunds.

MGE sends a contract letter specifying the terms and conditions for any refunds to the
original contributor.

6.7.2 Demand Plus Energy Customers

Customers requesting service that requires rearrangement of or new distribution facilities pay
in advance the total cost of the rearrangement or new extension, less the AECA per KW of
demand multiplied by the customer's estimated average billed demand. The cost is
estimated, and a deposit equal to the estimate is made in advance.

Upon completion of the work, the project is reviewed to determine whether it is within the
original scope. If the project is out of scope, an appropriate refund or additional bill will be
submitted to the original contributor.

The customer's estimated average billed demand is determined by using 40 percent of the
customer's stated service entrance facility rating. It is based on MGE's experience with the
relationship between a customer's actual load and the size of the service entrance.

For customers requesting an increase in facilities, the cost is the total distribution facility
construction cost as defined in Section 6.4, less an allowance equal to the incremental
increase in demand multiplied by the average embedded-cost-per-KW, less the accumulated
depreciation of the removed facilities, less the salvage value of the facilities removed.

The cost is estimated, and the customer makes a contribution equal to that estimate in
advance. Upon completion of the work, the project is reviewed to determine whether it is
within the original scope. If the project is out of scope, an appropriate refund or additional bill
will be submitted to the original contributor.

After a deposit has been received, MGE will send a contract letter specifying the possibility of
refunds to the customer. It explains the circumstances under which refunds may occur as a
result of the addition of new customers taking Service Drops or Service Laterals off the
extension within five years of the completion of the original extension.

The refund equals the greater of the AECA in effect at the time the contributed extension was
installed or the AECA in effect at the time the meter was set. In either case, MGE reduces the
refund by its costs to design and install the distribution facilities for the second customer. The
total refund never exceeds the original total amount paid, and no interest is paid on refunds.

6.7.3 Streetlight Extensions

For streetlight extensions, Service Drops, or Service Laterals, the cost to the requesting party
is the total cost of the facilities needed to provide service to the streetlights, less the AECA
per fixture. MGE collects this cost in advance on an estimated basis.

Final appropriate refunds or additional bills are submitted to the original contributor upon

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completion of the installation. MGE treats each request for service and/or extension
individually for payment.

6.7.4 More Than One Rate Class

For extensions to more than one customer where some are billed on energy only and some
on demand and energy, MGE determines the total allowance by either allocating certain costs
of the extension to each class separately or by adding the allowances together to derive one
total allowance to offset one total cost. MGE chooses the method that minimizes confusion
over payment and/or refund policies.

6.8 Upgrade of Distribution Facilities

For customers who require distribution facility upgrades, MGE determines allowances as
follows:

6.8.1 Demand Schedule

Customers served under a demand rate schedule receive an embedded cost allowance. The
KW of demand used in computing the allowance is the customer's estimated average billed
demand after the upgrade, less the customer's estimated average billed demand before the
upgrade.

6.8.2 Customers Transferring to a Different Energy-Only Subclassification

If a customer changes energy-only subclassifications after the upgrade, the customer

receives an allowance equal to the difference between the two average embedded cost
allowances.

6.8.3 Customers Transferring to a Demand Classification

If a customer transfers from an energy only to a demand plus energy classification after the
upgrade, the customer receives an AECA. The KWs of demand to be used in determining the
allowance is the customer's estimated average billed demand after the upgrade, less an
estimate of the customer's prior average billed demand (based on calculations described in
Sections 6.7.1 and 6.7.2).

6.9 Relocation and Rebuilding of Existing Facilities

Submit a written request to relocate service and distribution facilities at the customer's
expense, including replacement of overhead with underground.

MGE computes the estimate by calculating the total cost of the proposed work, including
applicable overheads and incidental charges, less the accumulated depreciation of the
removed facilities, less their salvage value. The cost is estimated, and a contribution equal to
the estimate is made in advance.

MGE refunds the contribution as additional customers attach to the facilities unless the
additional customers require a new extension. The refund will be equal to the greater of the
AECA in effect at the time the contributed extension was installed or the AECA in effect at the
time the meter was set.

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In either case, this refund is reduced by MGE's costs incurred designing and installing the
distribution facilities for the second customer. Refunds are made for up to five years after the
completion of the changes to the facilities. The total refund never exceed the original total
amount paid and no interest is paid on refunds.

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ECH- 7.0
Chapter

Electric Rules and Regulations

Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS Low-Voltage AC Network System

HANDBOOK
(ECH)
Effective: 03/16/2015
Revision Number: 0

7.0 Low-Voltage AC Network System (see NET-1 )

7.1 Definitions

7.1.1 A Service Lateral in the network system is defined as the underground secondary facilities
between the nearest splicing point on the underground low-voltage network system and the
supply end of the customer's service entrance facilities. The Service Laterals are installed in
conduit and normally are only to serve loads that are less than 75 KW.

7.1.2 The low-voltage network Distribution System includes primary lines, ducts, manholes,
conduits, transformers, and all other facilities that are part of the system. Some of these
facilities may be located on the customer's premises.

7.2 Payment for Service Laterals

The customer will pay in advance $5 per foot for that part of the Service Lateral as defined
above that is located between that customer's lot line and service entrance facilities.

7.3 Network Residential Metering

7.3.1 Horn-type bypass or manual-sealable lever-operated bypass for self-contained meter sockets
with a switch-fuse-meter sequence for:

 Single-phase installations of 200 amperes or less (see NET-2 ).

 Three-phase installations of 200 amperes or less (see NET-2 ).

 Multiple-metering installations for two to six units (see NET-3 ). All apartments having
more than six units should contact MGE (see NET-5 ).

7.3.2 Transformer-rated meter sockets and current transformers with switch-fuse-meter sequence
for:

 Single-phase installations over 200 amperes (see NET-7 ).

 Three-phase installations over 200 amperes (see NET-6 ).

7.4 Network Commercial and Industrial Metering

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7.4.1 Manual-sealable lever-operated bypass self-contained heavy-duty jaw-released meter

sockets with a switch-fuse-meter sequence for:

 Single-phase installations of 200 amperes or less (see NET-2 ).

 Three-phase installations of 200 amperes or less (see NET-2 ).

7.4.2 Transformer-rated meter sockets and current transformers with switch-fuse-meter sequence
for:

 Single-phase installations over 200 amperes for commercial and industrial customers
(see NET-7 ).

 Three-phase installations over 200 amperes for commercial and industrial customers
(see NET-6 ).

7.4.3 For multiple-meter installations in large commercial and industrial buildings, a main building
disconnect is required (see NET-4 and NET-5 ).

7.5 Transformer Vaults

If the present or prospective load is 75 KW or more, MGE specifies the applicant must
provide either:

A transformer vault with vehicle access constructed in accordance with all applicable codes
with a minimum 16' D x 18' W x 10' H with two 32" x 32" clear manways and a 6' x 8'
equipment-way opening for access and 3 square inches of free air ventilation per KVA of
transformer capacity (see MIS-3 ).

In high-rise buildings, conduit extensions, space for the installation of transformers, primary
cables, and associated switchgear and, upon MGE's request, suitable space on-site outside
the building for the installation of high-voltage fused disconnecting equipment.

Upon customer request, MGE will furnish transformer vault plans and specifications, including
space and ventilation requirements, but the customer's architects and engineers must be
responsible for structural design. Such plans must be submitted to MGE prior to construction.

7.6 New Buildings

New building construction for which Service Laterals are provided must include
MGE-approved wall openings for service ducts at locations MGE specifies.

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ECH- 8.0
Chapter

Electric Rules and Regulations

Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS Rights and Responsibilities

HANDBOOK
(ECH)
Effective: 03/16/2015
Revision Number: 0

8.0 Rights and Responsibilities

8.1 Continuity of Service

MGE uses reasonable diligence to provide an uninterrupted and regular supply of service.
MGE is not liable for any interruptions, deficiencies, or imperfections of service. MGE may
temporarily suspend the delivery of service when necessary for the purpose of making
repairs, changes, and improvements upon any part of the system.

8.2 Balanced Load

The customer is responsible to balance load over the phases as equally as commercial
practice will permit and maintain this balance over time.

8.3 Superposition of Electric Energy on Utility System

Where the customer's equipment couples electric energy to their electric system for
equipment control, carrier current transmission, signal systems, broadcasting,
communication, or any other purpose, the customer shall install equipment suitable to prevent
this energy from being imposed upon or entering MGE's electric system.

8.4 Losses Due to Service Disconnection

MGE is not liable for any losses, injuries, or damages to persons or property due to
disconnection of service in accordance with the disconnection rule found on page E71 of the
Rules and Regulations on file with the PSCW.

8.5 Customer's Responsibility for Damage to MGE Equipment

The customer is responsible for all damage to MGE facilities or equipment caused by the
customer or his permittees, including compensation for consumed energy not recorded on the
meter.

8.6 Access to Customer Premises

MGE's authorized agents will have access to customer premises at all reasonable times for
the purpose of reading meters, making repairs, inspections, investigations, removing MGE
property, or any other purpose incident to providing service.

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8.7 Abnormal Trenching Costs

The applicant shall pay in advance an amount equal to the estimated extra cost of trenching
and hand digging through any area where normal plowing and trenching methods cannot be
used; e.g., ledge rock, boulders, landfill, trees, heavy underbrush, watercourses, etc.

Winter charges will apply for any service and/or distribution extension installed between
December 1 and March 31 unless the application for service and/or request for distribution
extension is received prior to November 1 and the premise and/or site is ready for installation
prior to December 1.

The premise and/or site is ready for installation when the following items are satisfied:

a. All applicable service sketches and easements signed by the customer/owner and
received by MGE.
b. All applicable deposits received by MGE.
c. The entire trench route cleared and graded to within 6 inches of final grade.
d. A physical electric service entrance location installed on or in the building. This can
consist of a pedestal, transocket, and a minimum of the required service entrance
conduits stubbed out from the foundation wall or securely mounted on the building.

Note: A mark showing the proposed service location on the foundation or building does not
qualify as ready for installation.

8.8 Installations Under and Through Private Paved and Landscaped Areas

Except for damage caused by MGE's negligence, MGE is not liable for damage to trees,
shrubs, fences, sidewalks, or other obstructions incident to the installation, repair, or
maintenance of its electric facilities. The applicant is responsible for lawn and landscape
restoration except as noted above.

If MGE is requested to provide additional landscaping or other services, the applicant is

responsible for associated costs. Excavation and backfilling are MGE's responsibility. The
backfill will consist of the original soil when possible.

8.9 Installation of Facilities

The character, location, and method of installation of MGE-constructed facilities will be at

MGE's discretion and conform to specifications MGE prepares. Any exceptions MGE
consents to will be at the customer's expense.

8.10 Applicability of Governmental Codes

All facilities installed, whether by the customer or MGE, will comply with the appropriate
provisions of the applicable governmental codes.

8.11 Extraordinary Investment

If an investment in an extension appears extraordinary to MGE, or where extensive

enlargement or changes to existing distribution or other facilities required to accommodate
the customer do not appear to be economically justified, MGE may require the customer to
pay us that portion of the capital expenditure not economically justified by the anticipated
annual revenue. Such payments will be made before construction.

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In addition, MGE may require a specific contract with the customer to pay operating and
maintenance expenses.

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ECH- 9.0
Chapter

Electric Rules and Regulations

Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS Motors and Starting Requirements

HANDBOOK
(ECH)
Effective: 03/16/2015
Revision Number: 0

9.0 Motors and Starting Requirements

9.1 Single-Phase Motors

Split-phase motors larger than 1/2 HP capacity are not permitted for any application. The locked
rotor starting current for single-phase motors or customer-owned parallel generators may not
exceed the values specified in the following table:

Maximum Permissible Starting Current Values for Single -Phase Motors

Allowable Starting
Current at Allowable Starting Current at
Size 120 Volts 208 Volts or 240 Volts
1/3 HP 31 Amperes 15.1 Amperes
1/2 HP 45 Amperes 22.5 Amperes
3/4 HP Not Allowed 30.5 Amperes
1 HP Not Allowed 35 Amperes
1 1/2 HP Not Allowed 40 Amperes
2 HP Not Allowed 50 Amperes
3 HP Not Allowed 70 Amperes
5 HP Not Allowed 100 Amperes
7 1/2 HP Not Allowed 115 Amperes

Note: Window- or room-type air conditioners and portable appliances shall not have starting
currents in excess of four times the rated input current.

9.2 Three-Phase Equipment

Construct all three-phase equipment for operation at the voltage available in the location where it
is to be used. Contact MGE with any questions about available service, and be sure to notify MGE
in advance of all proposed additions of three-phase equipment to ensure an adequate supply of
service.

9.3 Three-Phase Motors

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Limit the starting current for three-phase motors and customer-owned parallel generators to the
values given in the table below by suitable starting devices or motor design. These limitations
must be met during all stages of the motor start and running cycles.

Construct all motors and parallel generators larger than 100 HP to maintain a power factor in
excess of ninety-two (92) percent at ninety (90) percent of full load or output.

Supply equipment (such as single-phase welders, electric furnaces, motors, parallel generators,
and other equipment) which causes frequent variations in current demand which may result in
light flicker must be supplied from independent service equipment, including service outlet and
meter.

Maximum Permissible Starting Current Values for Three -Phase Motors

Maximum
Permissible Starting
Size Voltage Current
5 HP 240 82 Amperes/Motor
7 1/2 HP 240 110 Amperes/Motor
10 HP 240 135 Amperes/Motor
15 HP 240 189 Amperes/Motor
20 HP 240 240 Amperes/Motor
25 HP 240 291 Amperes/Motor
30 HP 240 345 Amperes/Motor
35 HP 240 354 Amperes/Motor
40 HP 240 365 Amperes/Motor
50 HP and Larger 240 8 Amperes/HP

The maximum permissible starting current for motors wound for other voltages shall be the
starting currents listed above divided by ratio or other voltage.
240 V

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ECH- 10.0
Chapter

Electric Rules and Regulations

Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS Power Factor Correction Rule

HANDBOOK
(ECH)
Effective: 03/16/2015
Revision Number: 0

10.0 Power Factor Correction Rule

For non-incandescent lighting, the customer is responsible to maintain a power factor to a

level of at least:

Ninety (90) percent lagging for illumination or decorative purposes.

Eighty-five (85) percent lagging for advertising purposes, except that no correction is required
for any complete sign supplied from a single auxiliary transformer rated at 225 volt amperes
or less.

Commercial and industrial customers must maintain a power factor on peak of not less than
eighty-five (85) percent or be subject to a penalty as dictated by filed rates.

The power factor is determined by the wattmeter-voltmeter-ammeter method.

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ECH- 11.0
Chapter

Electric Rules and Regulations

Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS Emergency Electric Service

HANDBOOK
(ECH)
Effective: 03/16/2015
Revision Number: 0

11.0 Emergency Electric Service

In commercial or network installations where code requires an emergency service connection

on the line side of the building main disconnect (as with emergency lighting or fire pumps),
MGE will provide a separate service for this. Metering must be according to MGE-approved
metering guidelines.

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ECH- 12.0
Chapter

Electric Rules and Regulations

Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS Customer-Owned Optional Standby Electric Generating
Equipment
HANDBOOK
(ECH)
Effective: 03/16/2015
Revision Number: 0

12.0 Customer-Owned Optional Standby Electric Generating Equipment

The purpose of optional standby electric generating equipment is to provide an alternate

source of electric power for farms and commercial facilities during power outages to minimize
inconvenience or product damage. A standby generator must be connected to the customer's
electric system through an approved double-throw break-before-make disconnect switch (see
MIS-8 and MIS-9 ). This system will be electrically and mechanically interconnected so
the customer's generation cannot feed back into MGE's system.

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ECH- 13.0
Chapter

Electric Rules and Regulations

Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS Customer-Owned Parallel Electric Generating Equipment

HANDBOOK
(ECH)
Effective: 03/16/2015
Revision Number: 0

13.0 Customer-Owned Parallel Electric Generating Equipment

13.1 Application and Contract

Before interconnecting a generating system with the MGE system, MGE must receive and
approve an application and a contract specifying technical connection and operating aspects
for the parallel generating facility. MGE will follow the guidelines of PSC 119 for this review.

13.2 Lockable Load Break Disconnect Switch

MGE requires a lockable load break disconnect switch between generators and the MGE
system. A fused cutout switch may be substituted in installations interconnected at greater
than 600 volts. Switches must be accessible so MGE can isolate the generating facility from
the MGE system when necessary.

13.3 Separate Distribution Transformers

MGE requires separate distribution transformers for generating facilities which may threaten
safety or interfere with other customers' services. This should not be necessary for
induction-type generators with capacities of 5 KW or less or generating units of 10 KW or less
which utilize line-commutated inverters. Ordinarily, single-phase generators should be limited
to a capacity of 10 KW or less.

13.4 Automatic Isolation

Each generating facility must have a system for automatically isolating the generator upon
loss of the MGE supply, unless MGE wants local generation to supply isolated load. For
synchronous and induction generators, this protection ordinarily consists of overcurrent
protection, fuse or circuit breaker, plus a voltage- or frequency-controlled contactor to
automatically disconnect the unit whenever its output voltage or frequency drifts outside
predetermined limits, such as plus or minus ten (10) percent of the rated values. Other
suitable protective systems may be accepted.

13.5 Disconnection Upon Request

Customers must disconnect the parallel generation upon request. MGE may isolate the
generating facility:

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 For maintenance or repair of MGE facilities.

 During system emergencies.
 When the generating facility is operating in a hazardous manner or affects service to
other customers or nearby communication systems or circuits.

13.6 Access

Generating facilities must be accessible to MGE personnel at reasonable times for testing
isolation and protection equipment, evaluating power quality, and isolating sources of electric
service or communication systems problems.

13.7 Rights and Responsibilities

The owner of a generating facility is responsible for protecting owner-installed equipment and
adherence to all applicable codes. Certain generating equipment, such as that utilizing
line-commutated inverters, sometimes requires an isolation transformer.

A generating facility's power output must be compatible with normal electrical service and not
cause that service to fall outside the prescribed limits of PSCW rules and other standard
limitations.

A generating facility must not affect the service or equipment of other customers or produce
undesirable levels of harmonics in the MGE power supply.

The owner of a generating facility that is or proposes to be interconnected with the MGE
system may appeal to the PSCW if any of MGE's requirements are considered excessive or
unreasonable. Such an appeal will be reviewed and the customer notified of the PSCW's
determination.

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ECH- 14.0
Chapter

Electric Rules and Regulations

Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS Charges for Overhead Drops and Underground Service
Laterals
HANDBOOK
(ECH)
Effective: 03/16/2015
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14.0 Charges for Overhead Drops and Underground Service Laterals

14.1 Temporary Service

MGE will charge $72 for providing a 120/240-volt, single-phase temporary service up to 100
amperes for construction purposes at a location selected by MGE where facilities currently
exist. The service head must be located on a satisfactory temporary support provided by the
applicant. This support must be located so that wires will not have to be spliced when moved
to the permanent location and provide the clearance required by state code (see MIS-5
and MIS-6 ).

For any other location, voltage, or load selected by the applicant, the estimated cost of
installing and removing the distribution facilities for temporary service will be paid in advance
by the applicant. All temporaries which are larger than 100 amperes or are greater than 277
volts will follow MGE's commercial service rules.

14.2 Permanent Service

No charge will be made for permanent overhead Service Drops and underground Service
Laterals meeting the aforementioned definitions and all MGE rules and applicable codes
unless there is extraordinary investment or abnormal trenching costs. The customer will pay
the portion of the extraordinary investment and abnormal trenching above the cost of a
normal service as determined by MGE.

14.3 Upgrade of Service Facilities

No charge will be made for upgrading a Service Drop or Lateral with a larger Service Drop or
Lateral.

MGE will require a contribution from a customer requesting to have an overhead Service
Drop upgraded to an underground Service Lateral. The contribution will be equal to the cost
of the underground Service Lateral, less the cost of an equivalent overhead Service Drop.

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However, if the change is a result of a substantial increase in consumption or extensive

building modifications, then the change will be treated as a request from a new customer for
the purpose of calculating the contribution.

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ECH- 15.0
Chapter

Electric Rules and Regulations

Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS MGE Electric Distribution Engineering Department Directory

HANDBOOK
(ECH)
Effective: 02/11/2016
Revision Number: 1

15.0 MGE Electric Distribution Engineering Department Directory

Customer Service Representative Directory - Electric

Contacts Phone
Diggers Hotline 800-242-8511
or
811
Easements Mike Halcarz 252-5635
Electromagnetic Field Inquiries Jon Beers 252-4743
Emergency 252-7111
800-245-1123
Engineering, Electric Distribution Marty Jacobi 252-4785
Engineering, Electric Service Chris Erickson 252-5670
Information 252-7222
800-245-1125
Marketing 252-5697
Meter Sealing 252-7373
Open Current Transformer Cabinets 252-7373
Metering, Pick-Up 252-4721
Operations and Construction Jim Lorenz 252-5645
Plats, Residential or Commercial Jim Herfel 252-7233
Lights, Private Light Engineering Keith Vanden Wymelenberg 252-7132
Lights, Streetlight Engineering Jim Karls 252-4728
Outages, Customer Requested Mark Bohm 252-4730
Relocation of Distribution Facilities Tim Cole 252 4709
Relocation of Overhead and Keith Vanden Wymelenberg 252-7132
Underground Service Facilities
Road Improvement Projects Rich Parker 252-7379
Service, Commercial Chris Erickson 252-5670
Michael Beeler R 252-7087
Service, Multifamily (Apartments) Jim Herfel 252-7233
Michael Beeler R 252-7087
Service, Residential New Single Family New Service Line 252-7373
Trish Day 252-4772

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Mark Staven 252-7123

Rob Bartle 252-7946
Service, Residential Overhead Upgrades Keith Vanden Wymelenberg 252-7132
and Conversions From Overhead to
Underground
Service, Rural Distribution Extensions Jim Herfel 252-7233
Service Coordinator, Distribution and New Service Line 252-7373
Service (Service Installation Schedule) Trish Day 252-4772
Mark Staven 252-7123
Rob Bartle 252-7946
Stray Voltage Marty Jacobi 252-4785
Voltage Complaints Marty Jacobi 252-4785

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ECH- 16.0
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Electric Rules and Regulations

Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS Service Details

HANDBOOK
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Effective: 03/16/2015
Revision Number: 0

16.0 Service Details

This section includes detail drawings of the various electric services MGE provides. It also details
the customer requirements for installation. Contact MGE Engineering for final approval or with
questions.

Commercial Services
Underground Service/ 100 amperes or less, See COM-1 .
Overhead Service single-phase or three-phase
Underground Service/ 101 to 200 amperes, See COM-2 .
Overhead Service single-phase or three-phase
Underground Service/ 201 to 600 amperes, 120/240 volt, See COM-3 .
Overhead Service single-phase, three-wire
Underground Service/ 201 to 600 amperes, 120/208 volt, See COM-4 .
Overhead Service single-phase, three-wire
Underground Service/ Greater than 200 amperes, 240 volt, See COM-5 .
Overhead Service three-phase, three-wire
Overhead Service 201 to 400 amperes, See COM-6 .
three-phase, four-wire
Underground Service Greater than 200 amperes, See COM-7 .
three-phase, four-wire
Underground Service Multiple meters with various See COM-8 .
service sizes
Underground Service Multiple metering, 200 amperes/pos. See COM-9 .
single-phase or three-phase
Underground Service Multiple metering, 100 amperes/pos. See COM-10 .
single-phase or three-phase
Transformer Cabinet 400 to 1,600 amperes, See COM-11 .
three-phase, four-wire
Transformer Cabinet 400 to 600 amperes, See COM-12 .
single-phase, three-wire
Switchboard Customer-owned secondary switchboard See COM-13 .
Primary Metering Switchgear One-line diagram customer-owned See COM-14 .

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General Notes for Service Entrance Equipment

The number of service entrance conduits and minimum gutter size for services requiring a
main disconnect switch are as follows:

Minimum Gutter
No. of Service Size (Larger May
Main Size Entrance Conduits Be Required)
200A One 4-inch 8" x 8" x 24"
400A One 4-inch 12" x 12" x 24"
600A Two 4-inch 12" x 12" x 24"
800A Two 4-inch 12" x 12" x 24"
1,000A Three 4-inch 12" x 12" x 36"
1,200A Three 4-inch 12" x 12" x 36"
1,600A Four 4-inch 16" x 16" x 36"
2,000A Five 4-inch 16" x 16" x 36"
Above 2,000A Contact MGE Engineering Contact MGE Engineering

 A code- and MGE-approved transition or conduit is required between the gutter and main
switch. (See Table 7 .)
 Use of other gutter/transition arrangements meeting proper cable-bending radius must be
approved by MGE prior to installation.
 Conduits may enter the bottom of a switch if a bottom-fed switch is utilized, but a
minimum distance of 24 inches must be maintained from the bottom of the switch to the
line-side termination lugs.
 All switchboard installations and meter stacks must be approved by MGE.
 Gutters containing unmetered conductors shall be sealable.
 Current transformer cabinets must have provisions for padlocking.
 Where service entrance conduits are subject to physical damage, the conduits shall be
Schedule 80 rigid nonmetallic or metal conduit.
 Protective posts are required if equipment is subject to vehicular traffic.
 Call Diggers Hotline to locate underground utilities prior to driving ground rods or
stubbing service entrance conduits.
 See Miscellaneous-2 for clearance guidelines between electric and gas meters.
 See Miscellaneous-1A and 1B for overhead clearance guidelines.
 Any 277/480-volt service will require a switch-fuse-meter sequence.

Residential Services
Underground Service Pedestal-type meter socket See RES-1 .
200 amperes or less
Underground Service 200 amperes or less See RES-2 .
Overhead Service Attachment to building See RES-3 .
200 amperes or less
Overhead Service Attachment through the roof See RES-4 .
200 amperes or less
Underground Service Single-phase, 320 amperes See RES-5 .
Underground Service Single meter installation See RES-6 .
400 to 600 amperes
Underground Service 2 to 6 meters See RES-7 .
200 amperes or less per position
Underground Service 7 meters or more See RES-8 .
200 amperes or less per position
Electric Water Heater 200 amperes or less See RES-9 .

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Electric Water Heater One-line diagram See RES-9A .

See RES-9B .

Network Services
Network Map Low-Voltage Network Map See NET-1 .
Residential/Commercial 200 amperes or less, See NET-2 .
single-phase or three-phase
Outdoor Residential Multiple meters, 200 amperes or less per See NET-3 .
position, single-phase or three-phase
Commercial Multiple meters, 200 amperes or less per See NET-4 .
position, single-phase or three-phase
Residential Apartment Meter stack, 200 amperes or less per See NET-5 .
position, single-phase or three-phase
Residential/Commercial Single meter, 200 amperes or larger, See NET-6 .
three-phase
Residential/Commercial Single meter, 201 to 600 amperes, See NET-7 .
single-phase

Miscellaneous Drawings
Overhead Clearance Guidelines See MIS-1A .
Overhead Clearance Guidelines - Drawings See MIS-1B .
Clearance Requirements Between See MIS-2 .
Gas Meters and Electric Meters
Typical Below-Grade Transformer Vault See MIS-3 .
Typical Transformer Enclosure See MIS-4 .
Customer-Owned Overhead Temporary Service See MIS-5 .
Customer-Owned Underground See MIS-6 .
Temporary Service
Farm Pole-Top Metering Installation See MIS-7 .
Standby Emergency Generator See MIS-8 .
Typical Direct-Metering Wiring Diagrams See MIS-9 .
Abnormal Trench Single-Phase See MIS-10 .
Abnormal Trench Three-Phase See MIS-11 .
Meter Shield See MIS-12 .

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 MGE electric service route guide
Single-phase
Electric Electric
Pedestal 1 2 Pedestal

160’
120’ no charge
to nearest point 40’ @ per foot
charge

120’ no charge
to nearest point

No charge for standard service lateral to nearest point up to 120’.

Electric
30’
3 30’ @ per foot
Pedestal 4
charge

100’ - 40’ = 60’ @ per foot charge

No charge first 120’
120’

No charge

30’ 40’

Per foot charge for difference between chosen

Electric
70’
location and the nearest point.
Transformer

All new services are subject to winter charges from December 1 through April 1 each year.
Charges subject to change.
(Turn over for three-phase).
printed on recycled paper
GS1206 11/02/2011

your community energy company

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Three-phase

50’
1 2
4 ducts 30’ no charge
≤50’ no charge

50’ - 30’ = 20’ × per foot charge × 4 ducts

Standard three-phase service lateral to nearest point up to 50’.

3 4
50’ no charge
1 duct
150’ - 50’ = 100’ × per foot charge × 2 ducts

70’ 10’ × per foot charge × 2 ducts

60’ 2 ducts
50’ 2 ducts
120’ - 50’ = 70’ × per foot charge × 1 duct

Per foot per duct for difference between chosen 100’ 2 ducts
location and nearest point.

All new services are subject to winter charges from December 1 through April 1 each year.
Charges subject to change.
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Figure 16-46 - Table 6 - Approved Pole-Top Metering Equipment

Supplier Size Single-Phase Three-Phase

Ronk 200A 9205 9805
400A 9406 9806

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Figure 16-47 - Table 7 - Approved Transitions

Supplier Manufacture's No. Enclosure Size

Square "D" RWT10-CC* 3.5" x 10"
RWT18-CC* 3.5" x 18"

* Note: Approved for indoor use only in the city of Madison.

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Figure 16-48 - Table 8 - Approved Underground Service Raceways

Supplier Catalog No. Size

Erickson USR-36 11" x 6" x 36"
USR-48 11" x 6" x 47"
USR-60 11" x 6" x 47"
RJB (Galva-Closure Products) CC-36 10 1/2" x 6" x 36"
CC-46 10 1/2" x 6" x 46"
CC-60 10 1/2" x 6" x 60"

* Note: Use one raceway for service less than or equal to 800 amperes;
Use two raceways for service greater than 800 amperes.

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ECH- 17.0
Chapter

Electric Rules and Regulations

Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS Meter Numbers

HANDBOOK
(ECH)
Effective: 04/27/2016
Revision Number: 3

Table 1 - Meter Sockets

Approved Residential Pedestal -Type Meter Sockets

Supplier Size Bypass 120/240-Volt - 120/208-Volt -
Four-Terminal Five-Terminal
Milbank 200A Horn U3358-O-KK
Horn U8980-O-KK
(3) (4) (7)

200A Lever U9108-O

(4) (5)

Milbank 320A Lever U1748-O-WI

(6)

Siemens/Talon/ 200A Horn UAP-317-PPWI

Landis & Gyr 200A Horn UAP-317-PPWI
Siemens/Talon/ 320A Lever 47604P-9WI
Landis & Gyr

Approved Residential Meter Sockets

Supplier Service 120/240-Volt - Four-Terminal Single-Phase
Size Bypass Overhead Underground
Durham 100A Horn UHTRS101 (1)

200A Horn UHTRS202 UHTRS223A

Milbank 100A Horn U7487-RL-TG-KK (1)

200A Horn U1773-XL-TG-KK U1773-XL-TG-KK

Siemens/Talon/ 100A Horn UAT111-0Q (1)

Landis & Gyr 200A Horn UAT317-0Q UAT417-XQ

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Service 120/208-Volt - Five-Terminal Single-Phase

Service
Supplier Size Bypass Overhead Underground
Durham 100A Horn UGHTRS101
(2) (1)

200A Horn UGHTRS213 UGHTRS223A

(2)

Milbank 100A Horn U7487-RL-TG-KK (1)

200A Horn U1773-XL-TG-KK U1773-XL-TG-KK

Lever NU1211
Siemens/Talon/ 100A Horn UAT111-0Q
(2) (1)

Landis & Gyr 200A Horn UAT317-0Q

(2)
UAT417-XQ
(2)

Footnotes for Table 1:

(1) Underground service to a single-family home requires a 200-ampere-rated meter socket.

(2) Requires installation of fifth terminal at nine o'clock; use Part No. 659-0121.

(3) Pedestal includes meter and main switch.

(4) Replace the compression terminals with mechanical-type lugs. Part No. K1539.

(5) Requires the use of extension Part No. S3488.

(6) Requires the use of extension Part No. S1848.

(7) For pedestals with breakers, install Wire Kit K4714 to provide a series-wired main.

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Table 2 - Approved Residential Apartment Meter Sockets

120/240-Volt - Four-Terminal Single-Phase (3)

Horn-Type Bypass
Number of Positions
Service
Supplier Size 2 3 4
Eaton - 1 MP Series 1 MP Series 1 MP Series
Milbank 100A OH/UG U8032-KK U8033-KK U8034-KK
200A OH U1252-KK U1253-KK U1254-KK
200A UG U1252-X-KK-K1-PED U1252-X-KK-K3-PED U1252-X-KK-K3-PED
200A UG U1783-O-KK
Square D - MPH Series MPH Series MPH Series

120/240-Volt - Four Terminal Single-Phase (3)

Horn-Type Bypass
Number of Positions
Service
Supplier Size 5 6
Eaton - 1 MP Series 1 MP Series
Milbank 100A OH/UG U8035-KK U8036-KK
200A OH U1255-KK U1256-KK
200A UG U1252-X-KK-K4-PED NA
200A UG
Square D - MPH Series MPH Series

Footnote for Table 2:

For 120/208-volt, three-wire service, install fifth terminal.

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Table 3 - Approved Commercial and Industrial Meter Sockets

120/240-Volt Single-Phase,
Four Terminal, 200A Rated
Supplier Service Size Bypass Overhead Underground
Milbank 200A Jaw Rel U9550-DL U9551-O
Pedestal 100A R Jaw Rel - U4724-O-5T9
Pedestal R 200A R Jaw Rel R - U5949-O-5T9 R
Siemens/Talon/ 200A Jaw Rel RH173CR RH173CR
Landis & Gyr

120/208-Volt Single-Phase or
240-Volt Three-Phase
Five Terminal, 200A Rated
Supplier Service Size Bypass Overhead Underground
Milbank 200A Jaw Rel U9550-DL U9551-O
Pedestal 100A R Jaw Rel - U4724-O-5T9
Pedestal R 200A R Jaw Rel R - U5949-O-5T9 R
Siemens/Talon/ 200A Jaw Rel RH173CR RH173CR
Landis & Gyr

120/208-Volt Three-Phase,
Seven Terminal, 200A Rated
Supplier Service Size Bypass Overhead Underground
Milbank 200A Jaw Rel U9700 U9701
Pedestal 200A Jaw Rel U9107-O
(1)

Siemens/Talon 200A Jaw Rel RH173GR RH173GR

277/480-Volt Three-Phase,
Seven Terminal, 200A Rated
Supplier Service Size Bypass Overhead Underground
Milbank 200A Jaw Rel U9700 U9701
Siemens/Talon/ 200A Jaw Rel RH173GR RH173GR
Landis & Gyr

Footnote for Table 3:

(1) Requires use of 15-inch extension, Part No. S3488. Meter must be at a minimum height of
3 feet off final grade. Also, replace compression terminals with mechanical-type lugs, Part
No. K1539.

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Table 3A - Approved Transformer -Rated Meter Sockets

120/240-Volt
Single-Phase 120/208-Volt
(Requires Use of Single-Phase
Fifth Terminal at 240-Volt 120/208-Volt 277/480-Volt
Supplier Nine O'Clock.) Three-Phase Three-Phase Three-Phase
Erickson W-130 W-130 W-340 W-340
Milbank
(1)
U7487-KK-TG UC7448-XL UC7449-XL UC7449-XL
Siemens/Talon/ 9837-8101 9837-8401 9837-8501 9837-8501
Landis & Gyr

Footnote for Table 3A:

(1) No hub opening for outdoor use.

Table 4 - Approved Transockets

Supplier Size Single-Phase Three-Phase

Erickson 400A MGE1182-1 MGE1182-2
600A MGE283-1 MGE283-2
800A MGE283-2
1,200A CT-124MGE
1,600A CT-164MGE
2,000A CT-200MGE
RJB Enterprises
(1)
400A MGE-403UG MGE-404UG
600A MGE-603UG MGE-604UG
800A MGE-804UG
1,200A MGE-1204UG
1,600A MGE-1604UG
2,000A MGE-2000UG
AMP Manufacturing 400A ACT4-3TM ACT4-4TM
and Supply 600A ACT6-3TM ACT6-4TM
800A ACT8-4TM
1,200A ACT12-4TM

Footnote for Table 4:

(1) For bottom entry, bottom exit, specify BX Series.

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ECH- 18.0
Chapter

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Subject
ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTORS Miscellaneous Forms

HANDBOOK
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Effective: 03/16/2015
Revision Number: 0

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Figure 18-1 - Application for New Service Installation , Form No. 1160

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Madison Gas and Electric For MGE Use Only
P.O. Box 1231
Madison, WI 53701-1231 GSO 42 - -1-
Phone: (608) 252-7373 APPLICATION FOR NEW
Fax: (608) 252-5623 ECO 21 - -1-
SERVICE INSTALLATION
Email: scheduling@mge.com
Instructions: Please send the completed application and site plan to MGE by mail, phone, or fax using the appropriate
address or phone number listed above. AVOID DELAYS: Include site plan with application.
Billing Information
Service Address City/Town/Village ZIP Lot Number

Billing Name Fax Number

Mailing Address (if different from service address) City/Town/Village ZIP

Email Address Contact Name Phone Number Cell Phone Number (for texting)

Builder Information
Builder Contact Name

Address City/Town/Village ZIP

Office Phone Fax Number Cell Phone Number (for texting)

Building Information
Status of Building Start Date End Date
New Existing
Type of Building
Commercial Multi-unit (_____ units) Residential Duplex
Type of Service Applying for (Check all that apply.)
Gas Electric - Temporary Electric - Permanent Overhead/Underground
Spaceheating (CFH) Other Other Total
GAS - Estimated
Maximum
Spaceheating (CFH) Other Other Total
Hourly Demand
Meters
Number of Meters Pressure Required
Gas
¼ PSIG 2 lbs. Other
Number of Meters
Electric Other AMP VOLT
200 AMP 1Ø 3Ø
Electrician
Name Office Phone

Address City ZIP Contact Name

Plumbing/Heating Contractor
Name Office Phone

Address City ZIP Contact Name

Signature of Owner or Authorized Agent

Any properties subscribing to the Company’s natural gas service inside an Area Development Program (ADP) zone may
be assessed a surcharge. The surcharge will begin with the setting of the first meter in this Zone and will remain in place
until the customer contribution is fully recovered, but in no event will the recovery period extend beyond seven years.

I request that Madison Gas and Electric Company provide a cost estimate to install the service described above.

Signature of Owner or Authorized Agent Date

Please see the MGE website for our gas rates.

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1. Verify all meter locations on your site plan with your builder, homeowner, plumbing/heating contractor, and electrician
before submitting your application. MGE will, as schedule permits, install your services to your backfilled foundations using
site plan meter location. Any change of meter locations must be done in writing or by revised site plan from applicant before
service has been installed. MGE field crews will not be allowed to change meter location without written approval from the
applicant. Relocation of installed services is done on a time-and-material basis billed to applicant.

2. To have a gas or electric meter set, please call (608) 252-7373.

Note: If your local municipality requires a heating or electrical permit, MGE will not set a gas meter or energize your
electric service until we receive a copy of your approved permit.

N
Not to Scale

MGE will not be responsible for damage to silt fence, erosion control, trees, tree roots, shrubs, plants, unmarked private
underground facilities, etc., not removed from the trench route. Please clear the trench route, locate, and mark all private
underground facilities.
1160 02/15
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Instructions: Complete the information requested below. Be sure to include the name, address, and notarized signature
of the electrician who performed the work. Then return this form by mail to Madison Gas and Electric, 133 South Blair
Street, Madison, WI 53703 or fax to 608-252-5623.
Customer Name * Phone Number
*
Street Address * City/Town/Village ZIP

Check appropriate boxes:

Residence Temporary Service Overhead Service

Farm Permanent Service Underground Service
Commercial Overhead Rewire OH - UG Conversion
Number of Phases Voltage Entrance Size

Name of Electrician * License Number

* Phone Number *
Electrician's Address
*
* Indicates fields that must be completed
I certify that I have completed the wiring for electricity at the address listed above and that it is now ready for connection.
This wiring complies with the provisions of the Wisconsin State Electrical Code and the provisions of Section 101.865 of
the Wisconsin Statutes.

Signature of Electrician

Subscribed and sworn to before me this ______ day of ________________, 20_____

Notary Public

County, WI
Commission
Expires

The Department of Industry, Labor and Human Relations has adopted the National Electrical Code with certain deletions,
changes, and additions which are found in Volume 2, Wisconsin State Electrical Code. Copies of Volume 2, Wisconsin State
Electrical Code, may be ordered from the Wisconsin Department of Administration, Document Sales, 202 S. Thornton
Avenue, Madison WI 53702. See chapter ILHR, Wis. Adm. Code, for availability information for the National Electrical Code.

Section 101.865 Regulation of Electric Wiring

(1) It is hereby made the duty of every contractor and other person who does any electric wiring in this state to
comply with the Wisconsin state electrical code, and the company furnishing the electric current shall obtain proof
of such compliance before furnishing such service; provided that nothing therein contained shall be construed as
prohibiting any municipality from making more stringent regulations than those contained in the Wisconsin
state electrical code. Proof of such compliance shall consist of a certificate furnished by a municipal or other
recognized inspection department or officer, or if there is no such inspection department or officer, it shall consist
of a written statement furnished by the contractor or other person doing the wiring, indicating that there has been
such compliance. (2) Any person who violates the provisions of this section is guilty of misdeameanor and
shall be fined not less than twenty-five dollars nor more than one hundred dollars or imprisoned in the county jail
for not less than thirty days nor more than six months.
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