Hand Dryers

[XFMR]

Do hand dryers in restrooms require a GFCI breaker?

 

[480sparky]

Off the cuff, I'd say only if the manufacturer says so.

 

[jumper]

Commercial? Cord connected? Voltage?

 

[Twoskinsoneman]

I would agree. Generally only receptacles in bathrooms require GFCI

 

[XFMR]

30/1 120v hardwired? Does it need a GFCI breaker?

 

[jumper]

Nope.

 

[XFMR]

Then when is a GFCI breaker required? Commercial use generally.

 

[cpinetree]

Hand dryer

Hand dryer

GFI is not required, unless manufacturer requires it.

We just installed two World Dryer hand dryer # K-973, that required GFI protection per the manufactures instructions

 

[XFMR]

Right on.

In regards to kitchen area receptacles within a restaurant. All must be GFCI per 2008 NEC and CEC 2010 code. Correct?

 

[steve66]

The instructions I've seen say "GFCI protection recommended."

Not sure how that fits in with the code requirements to follow the manufacturers instructions.

 

[Twoskinsoneman]

Right on.

In regards to kitchen area receptacles within a restaurant. All must be GFCI per 2008 NEC and CEC 2010 code. Correct?

all 125v 15/20a yeah

 

[XFMR]

Well it's a bit confusing but in the end, within our engineering profession, we must meet code requirements. Manufacturer's will never read up on code requirements unless instructed to indicate that on their equipment spec sheets.