Is local grounding of AC compressors required by the NEC?

[redtail_MH]

If so, where can I find it in the NEC? All that I can find is the EGC requirement.

 

[charlie b]

All you need is the EGC. Is anyone telling you otherwise?

 

[redtail_MH]

A while back someone told me I needed to ground the compressor locally in addition to connecting the EGC. I can't remember who, but I believe it was an HVAC contractor.

 

[electricalperson]

A while back someone told me I needed to ground the compressor locally in addition to connecting the EGC. I can't remember who, but I believe it was an HVAC contractor.

tell him to stick to HVAC. i never had a problem with an inspector with the grounding of a compressor. its just a piece of equipment thats located outside. all it needs is the EGC. he probably read in the manual that you need to ground the unit or something like that.

 

[redtail_MH]

Thanks for the help!