A client has a tool that has ancillary equipment (chiller & vacuum pump) fed from the main tool power source. This ancillary equipment is connected via pin and sleeve receptacles mounted on the tool. These pin and sleeve receptacles are the type that have an integral switch to prevent user from unplugging equipment unless the switch is in off position. The question is do we need clearances per 110.26? Normally for disconnects we would provide clearances per Table 110.26(A)(1), but since these switches on part of receptacle assembly and wouldn't necessary require examination, adjustment, servicing... while energized. The main tool has disconnect switch to de-energize entire tool. Safe thing would be to provide clearance, but client has room layout issues. Looking to see if others had experience with this. Attached are a few pictures.
Switched Receptacle Clearance Requirement
- Thread starter Richard S
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- New Jersey
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- Journeyman Electrician
If a receptacle requires working space you could never install one over a kitchen counter. So IMO non-issue.