arc fault requirements

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Generally, yes, see section 210.12. Remember that an outlet can be a receptacle outlet or a lighting outlet. If the code says just outlet, it means both. :)
 
rdixon said:
Do receptacles for lighting loads have to be arch fault protected in dwellings?
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Depends what State your in.
If you are from NJ, the answer is: NO

So, where are you?
 
To more fully reply to your question. All the outlets on the circuit have to be arc fault protected, this includes lighting outlets. An inspector that tells you that a lighting outlet is to be protected is correct. Also, the entire circuit shall also be protected. :)

"210.12(B) Dwelling Units. All 120-volt, single phase, 15- and 20-ampere branch circuits supplying outlets installed in dwelling unit family rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, parlors, libraries, dens, bedrooms, sunrooms, recreation rooms, closets, hallways, or similar rooms or areas shall be protected by a listed arc-fault circuit interrupter, combination-type, installed to provide protection of the branch circuit."
 
charlie said:
Isn't that shown at the bottom of his public profile? It is not my intention to reveal private information. :-?
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Nope...


...and I agree with your confidentiality policy.


I would like everyone to - at the very least - list what State they are in their profile - but the forum is not set up that way.
 
charlie said:
To more fully reply to your question. All the outlets on the circuit have to be arc fault protected, this includes lighting outlets. An inspector that tells you that a lighting outlet is to be protected is correct. Also, the entire circuit shall also be protected. :)

"210.12(B) Dwelling Units. All 120-volt, single phase, 15- and 20-ampere branch circuits supplying outlets installed in dwelling unit family rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, parlors, libraries, dens, bedrooms, sunrooms, recreation rooms, closets, hallways, or similar rooms or areas shall be protected by a listed arc-fault circuit interrupter, combination-type, installed to provide protection of the branch circuit."
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Would this also apply to 120 volt smoke detectors installed in the bedroom and connected to the other detectors?
 
We arc fault everything except...furnace, fridge, kitchen lights and all 20 amp GFI protected circuits (Kitchen plugs, Bath, etc...)
 
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210.12... i consider anything inside the bedroom as being required to be on arc faults. i also consider the bedroom closet as part of this. right or wrong?
thanks
 
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