200 Amp Disconnect Switch

[tommygary]

Can I cross my line and load wires in a 200 amp disconnect switch? The line comes into the switch in the bottom and the load enters the top. In order to terminate in the switch, the conductors will cross. Is this a violation or is this acceptable?

 

[jim dungar]

Can I cross my line and load wires in a 200 amp disconnect switch? The line comes into the switch in the bottom and the load enters the top. In order to terminate in the switch, the conductors will cross. Is this a violation or is this acceptable?

In general, the exposed blades of a disconnect switch are expected to be de-energized when switch is open.

Because the "blades" of a circuit breaker are not exposed, this restriction does not usually exist with molded case switches.

 

[LarryFine]

Because the "blades" of a circuit breaker are not exposed, this restriction does not usually exist with molded case switches.

True, but if 'line' and 'load' are marked, they must be adhered to.

 

[tommygary]

Where in the code can I reference this situation?

 

[Cow]

They can cross.

The only relevant code article I can think of is the one mentioning wire fill. 312.8 maybe?

 

[jim dungar]

True, but if 'line' and 'load' are marked, they must be adhered to.

That is why I said "usually" and not always.

 

[jim dungar]

They can cross.

The only relevant code article I can think of is the one mentioning wire fill. 312.8 maybe?

My bad.

I did not notice the OP simply wanted to cross the wires.
The only code issue might be the physical room in the cabinet.

 

[brian john]

Some utilities prohibit crossing line and load if this is before he meter.

 

[tommygary]

This is after the meter and the switch has plenty of gutter space to accomadate the wires.

 

[charlie]

Some utilities prohibit crossing line and load if this is before the meter.

Count us as one of those for over 400 ampere services and all transformer rated installations.