2000sparky
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:-? when installing a switched receptacle, does it matter which side is the switched side. does it say anything about this anywhere in the NEC ?
switched receptacle
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Also, it is frequently called out on job specs, akin to receptacle orientation (if the engineer has a stated preference).
e57
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You're not going for a ground up or down thing are ya? If so it would be the opposite of whatever way you do it now.... As for top or bottom - I usually go for the top... But have it either way. The answer to your question is no....
How does top or bottom relate to which side?
How does top or bottom relate to which side?
Welcome to the forum! Now just in case you were wondering if it matters which side of the line is switched; you do not want to switch the neutral side of the line.
How does top or bottom relate to which side?
2000sparky said:
Welcome to the forum! Now just in case you were wondering if it matters which side of the line is switched; you do not want to switch the neutral side of the line.
LarryFine
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I almost mentioned that last night, but I believed he meant top or bottom.
By the way, why is my picture your avatar?
By the way, why is my picture your avatar?
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dlhoule said:you do not want to switch the neutral side of the line.
Why not?
The NEC does not prohibit switching the grounded conductor.
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LarryFine said:By the way, why is my picture your avatar?
It's messing with my head man.....:grin:
Tiger Electrical
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In this area where outlets are horizontal I wire it so the "Light is on the Right". It's easy for people to remember.
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qcroanoke
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iwire said:Why not?
The NEC does not prohibit switching the grounded conductor.
Doesn't it require that if you open the neutral you also have to open the ungrounded conductor?
Or Am I missing something?
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Yes, that's correct - 404.2(B).qcroanoke said:
Bob's just trying to cause trouble.
LarryFine
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Oh, yeah, like it requires effort.georgestolz said:Bob's just trying to cause trouble.
:grin:
qcroanoke
Sometimes I don't know if I'm the boxer or the bag
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georgestolz said:Yes, that's correct - 404.2(B).
Bob's just trying to cause trouble.
That's what I figured. But you never know! LOL!!
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