Where in the code does it say that recepticals can not face up. We are putting in some 4000 wiremold with power to feed some desks. The carpenters want us to put the wiremold faceing up behind the desks mounted on a window seal. The wall under the window is furred out about 16 inches. They want us to do this because there will be no access to the wiremold if we mount in on the wall insted of above the wall.
Outlets mounted faceing up
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TOOL_5150
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I dont believe you will find that in the code book. If I am wrong, I would like to know though!
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macmikeman
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406.4 (E) receptacles in countertops.
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I think you are ok for window sills. Show windows at dept. stores have faceup receptacles also, as do floor outlets. Bring your codebook in case your local insp. doesn't read his and says no up facing outlets.
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There was a discussion on this forum about this in regard to receptacles on the tops of mantlepieces, and my recollection (which may be flawed) was that there is nothing to prevent you from so doing.
One-eyed Jack
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I agree. As an inspector I would pass it.
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They make receptacles that mount face up specifically for window sills. You cannot do this in a kitchen counter but certainly okay on a sill.
The problem with 406.5(E) it says "countertops or similar work surfaces". Well what is a similar surface?
The problem with 406.5(E) it says "countertops or similar work surfaces". Well what is a similar surface?
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The word "work" is also in there.
So a desk would not be okay-- what kind of work???
BTW- I added the word work just for you.So a desk would not be okay-- what kind of work???
Well, I suppose if you're the type to cook dinner using your desk, then no. Or if you use your desk to tinker with your lawn mower..........
I try to disassociate myself from work as much as possible. I don't need any help from you, Dennis.
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