Print landscape at 100% scale. Two pages. Prepare a brief for a qualified system designer.
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Household / shared area: ______________________________ Planning goal: ______________________________ Date: ______________
| Load / exact equipment | Essential or can wait? Required duration? | Use evidence / source / date / units | Measured, estimated or unknown? | Season / timing / question for designer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Loads are equipment that use electricity. Examples to consider: refrigeration, water equipment, lighting and communication; choose priorities for your own household. Keep shared equipment separate to avoid counting twice. Attach equipment information and available use records. Do not treat this sheet as a system-sizing calculation.
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| Question | What we know / evidence | What to ask / who checks / by when |
|---|---|---|
| Essential loads + what can wait | ||
| Energy use + unresolved equipment needs | ||
| Seasonal demand + site conditions | ||
| Interruption support + operating limits | ||
| Full scope + upkeep + replacement |
Options to compare: □ Utility-connected □ Selected backup □ Fully off-grid □ Other: __________________________________________
Designer / installer: ______________________________ Next information to gather / date: _____________________________________
Ask for written inclusions, exclusions, local requirements, assumptions and operating limits. This is a requirements worksheet, not an electrical design, installation guide, or assurance of outage duration. Keep private household requirements in your own copy.