Back Feeing 65 amp Disconnect

[mphillipps]

I've been asked to install a disconnect kit rather than using the back fed method. I needed to back feed because the fused disconnect is only 65 amps. At this time, I'm not aware of a 65 amp kit.
My question is: Is there a NEC code prevention me from using the back feed method.

 

[Dennis Alwon]

What do you mean by back feeding a disconnect? If the fused disconnect is labeled line and load then they must be connected to line and load. If not then it wouldn't matter. Maybe I am misunderstanding--- AGAIN.

 

[mphillipps]

Back Fed Breaker, I've installed a standard two pole 240v / 60 amp breaker. The feed (line) conductors are secured into the breaker's screw terminals.

I also found this thread with the same question: http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=143058&p=1373056

At this point, I believe that I missing a approved clip to secure the breaker.

 

[ceb58]

Back Fed Breaker, I've installed a standard two pole 240v / 60 amp breaker. The feed (line) conductors are secured into the breaker's screw terminals.

I also found this thread with the same question: http://forums.mikeholt.com/showthread.php?t=143058&p=1373056

At this point, I believe that I missing a approved clip to secure the breaker.

If you are backfeeding the breaker as a main then,yes, you need the retaining screw.

 

[augie47]

I'm curious. Where does the 65 amp rating come from. Highly unusual rating.

 

[davidaengelhart]

If you are backfeeding the breaker as a main then,yes, you need the retaining screw.

You have to secure any back fed breaker (408.36(D); there could be others), speaking as a "main" unless it is for a utility interactive PV system 690....whoops, change in the 2011 (690.10(E).