I am signed up for Mike's free e-mail with monthly code questions.
Perhaps it is looking a gift horse in the mouth, but I wish they would please reference which code (1999, 2002, 2005) they are using when they answer a question. For example, the following question and answer are copied from his June questions, part 3:
Q3. Does an above the range combination microwave/hood fan require a dedicated circuit if its cord-and-plug connected?
A3. Yes [422.16(B)(4)(5)], and be sure to comply with the following as well [422.16(B)(4)]:
(1) The flexible cord must terminate with a grounding-type attachment plug.
(2) The length of the cord must not be less than 18 in. or longer than 36 in.
(3) The range hood receptacle must be located to avoid physical damage to the flexible cord.
(4) The range hood receptacle must be accessible.
Perhaps that is the 2005 code. I live in California, and we just recently adopted the 2002 Nec as a part of our 2004 California Electric Code (CEC).
His answer is not applicable to the millions of people in California, ( a dedicated circuit is not required in the 2004 CEC.) I believe referencing which code book is being used is something that would be very helpful and provide clearer communication.
Mike has viewers nationwide, not just Florida. We are not all using the same version of the code. Just another price of his success!
Is this an issue with anyone else?
Perhaps it is looking a gift horse in the mouth, but I wish they would please reference which code (1999, 2002, 2005) they are using when they answer a question. For example, the following question and answer are copied from his June questions, part 3:
Q3. Does an above the range combination microwave/hood fan require a dedicated circuit if its cord-and-plug connected?
A3. Yes [422.16(B)(4)(5)], and be sure to comply with the following as well [422.16(B)(4)]:
(1) The flexible cord must terminate with a grounding-type attachment plug.
(2) The length of the cord must not be less than 18 in. or longer than 36 in.
(3) The range hood receptacle must be located to avoid physical damage to the flexible cord.
(4) The range hood receptacle must be accessible.
Perhaps that is the 2005 code. I live in California, and we just recently adopted the 2002 Nec as a part of our 2004 California Electric Code (CEC).
His answer is not applicable to the millions of people in California, ( a dedicated circuit is not required in the 2004 CEC.) I believe referencing which code book is being used is something that would be very helpful and provide clearer communication.
Mike has viewers nationwide, not just Florida. We are not all using the same version of the code. Just another price of his success!
Is this an issue with anyone else?
