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jes25

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I have a project where the grade has been brought up higher than expected, this rendered the disconnect 1 inch above the sod. I can not find any applicable code articles referencing minium height, nor do I think they exist. I see this as a problem does anyone agree? Anybody have a reference?
 
Unless it's a mobile home there is no low limit on the service disconect.

I am sure some people could make one up if given the chance.
 
How much snow do you get?

In my area it is common to have 4 or more feet of snow on the ground.

I would say this could cause a problem, but I don't know of a code section that prohibits this installation.

Chris
 
raider1 said:
How much snow do you get?

In my area it is common to have 4 or more feet of snow on the ground.

Chris
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More than the 1" this panel will be off the ground.

Do you guys mount panels 4' or more above the ground. probably not is my guess.
 
Chris, I agree around here and Florida. I think "common sense" takes over. Meters per poco 5'/6' to center of bubble and disconnects the same. A/C disconnects,etc. usually 3' above grade.
 
raider1 said:
I was just pointing out that a pile of snow covering a disconnect might be a problem.

Chris
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And I appreciate it.

You got me thinking,maybe the reason they don't specify height might have to with the various snow fall levels around the country. If a disconnect is covered in snow four feet above the ground its the same as being covered at 1 foot above the ground.
 
triphase said:
I think "common sense" takes over.
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Yes, common sense would say this in not a good idea. However this was not planned and the layout of the building exterior and the "after thought" grading has led to this issue. With that said, The homeowner/builder has said they do not have a problem with the location, in fact he likes it because its out of sight. The real issue is: Do I demand it be raised because we have a safety hazard. or Do I say bad idea but it not my call.
 
jes.... I do not want you to think that was aimed at You. Just a general comment due to lack of code reference on grade clearances.
 
Meters per poco 5'/6' to center of bubble and disconnects the same
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Pretty standard around here. "Eye level" is kind of the rule of thumb.

jes25, I would make the suggestion that snow might be a problem, but leave the ultimate decision up to the home owner.

Chris
 
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