Charleds Burton said:BUT WHAT ABOUT 120 VOLT RECPTACLES FORSERVICING THE EQUIPTMENT WHICH IS REQUIRED BY ELECTRICAL AND HVAC CODES?
NO, THEY DO NOT HAVE TO BE GFCI PROTECTED.
If they are not covered under 210.8 or some specific article section, such as 620.85, there is no requirement.
BTW, are you an inspector for Asheville or Buncombe County?
Roger