"a switch that is listed as being acceptable for use within 5 feet of pool" 680.22 D

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"a switch that is listed as being acceptable for use within 5 feet of pool" 680.22 D

I am installing new lights and 3-way switches for an indoor pool the walls are only 4 feet from the pool edge, looking at the code i need to stay 5 feet away "unless a switch that is listed as being acceptable for use within 5 feet of pool". Does anyone know what kind of switch this is? - thank you in advance.

 

[cpinetree]

I am installing new lights and 3-way switches for an indoor pool the walls are only 4 feet from the pool edge, looking at the code i need to stay 5 feet away "unless a switch that is listed as being acceptable for use within 5 feet of pool". Does anyone know what kind of switch this is? - thank you in advance.

I wonder if something like the Leviton LevNet RF switch would be acceptable? No wiring to the switch required.

I guess a call to AHJ is in order, I also would like to know if anyone else knows of something that is acceptable, Google doesn't seem to know either.

 

[kwired]

I wonder if something like the Leviton LevNet RF switch would be acceptable? No wiring to the switch required.

I guess a call to AHJ is in order, I also would like to know if anyone else knows of something that is acceptable, Google doesn't seem to know either.

Or maybe some kind of mechanical operator to a remote electric contact device- just a guess. By mechanical I mean it could include pneumatic, hydraulic, etc.

 

[Dennis Alwon]

I am installing new lights and 3-way switches for an indoor pool the walls are only 4 feet from the pool edge, looking at the code i need to stay 5 feet away "unless a switch that is listed as being acceptable for use within 5 feet of pool". Does anyone know what kind of switch this is? - thank you in advance.

I think the only switch that you will find listed would be one that is made for tubs etc-- basically an air switch. I don't know of any line voltage switch that will satisfy this need.

 

[mopowr steve]

Correct me if I'm wrong but do you measure 5' from the highest waters edge to the actual placement on the wall of the switch? Could you possibly have at least 5' even though the walls are 4' from pool edge.

 

[mgookin]

Correct me if I'm wrong but do you measure 5' from the highest waters edge to the actual placement on the wall of the switch? Could you possibly have at least 5' even though the walls are 4' from pool edge.

Good point.
4' over and 4' up is 5.65' from point of beginning.
I'd run that one by the inspector though. If the 5' is intended to prohibit someone in the pool from operating the switch, it's been accomplished.
Maybe put it on a GFCI circuit breaker for good measure.

 

[Dennis Alwon]

Correct me if I'm wrong but do you measure 5' from the highest waters edge to the actual placement on the wall of the switch? Could you possibly have at least 5' even though the walls are 4' from pool edge.

IMO, you cannot. I believe the intent is to keep it 5' from the edge of the pool--it states horizontal and nothing about the high water mark.

 

[Little Bill]

Maybe put it on a GFCI circuit breaker for good measure.

If it's pool lights, they should already be on a GFCI protected circuit.

 

[mopowr steve]

IMO, you cannot. I believe the intent is to keep it 5' from the edge of the pool--it states horizontal and nothing about the high water mark.

Ah you're right, 680.22 C.
Need to keep a code book next to my recliner.:thumbsup:
Handbook exhibit 680.5 shows great example as to what they are talking about.