G gwalters82 New User Location Pennsylvania Occupation retired Apr 21, 2022 #1 Does a kitchen island outlet need to be a GFCI? Outlet 9 ft from sink on the side away from actual kitchen work area.
Does a kitchen island outlet need to be a GFCI? Outlet 9 ft from sink on the side away from actual kitchen work area.
Dennis Alwon Moderator Staff member Location Chapel Hill, NC Occupation Retired Electrical Contractor Apr 21, 2022 #2 In general, a gfci protected receptacle is required for all kitchen counter receptacles. Years ago it was limited to 6' from a sink but as I said that was many code cycles ago.
In general, a gfci protected receptacle is required for all kitchen counter receptacles. Years ago it was limited to 6' from a sink but as I said that was many code cycles ago.