ivsenroute
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Clearance required under 110.26
It is beyond a stretch to try to make a case for no compliance needed.
It is beyond a stretch to try to make a case for no compliance needed.
Do you need clearance for a disconnect switch?
- Thread starter cppoly
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You could also make the case that the code for clear working space doesn't mention disconnects.
You could also make the case that the AC equipment control and power box needs 110.26 clearance, not just the disconnect.
Roger
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That is true and if you go by the letter of 110.26 you would have to maintain clearance around receptacles. Remember it says 'equipment', which in 100 defines as "A general term....devices....in connection with an electrical installation."
Now 110.26(E) "....Switchboards, switchgear, panelboards, and motor controls...."
Yes, I know it's a word game and yes I'm am playing the devils advocate.
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That is true and if you go by the letter of 110.26 you would have to maintain clearance around receptacles. Remember it says 'equipment', which in 100 defines as "A general term....devices....in connection with an electrical installation."
Now 110.26(E) "....Switchboards, switchgear, panelboards, and motor controls...." But 110.26 says "...shall be provided and maintained about all electrical equipment...."
Yes, I know it's a word game and yes I'm am playing the devils advocate.
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