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- Illinois
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- retired electrician
I don't think that you can install this product and be in compliance with the rules in 400.8. Others see it as compliant.
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petersonra
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What is your specific objection?
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- Illinois
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- retired electrician
400.8(1).
buzzbar
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- Electrical Contractor
It's UL listed, so I assume that it is "listed for that purpose". That's usually what most inspectors look for.
Sierrasparky
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- Electrician ,contractor
That is really a neat product.
don't know why you would prefer to install a outlet in the deck vs the wall though.
don't know why you would prefer to install a outlet in the deck vs the wall though.
buzzbar
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- Electrical Contractor
If you want an outlet out on a large deck, away from any walls, this would work out really well. Especially if the railing is glass or SS cable.
Sierrasparky
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- Illinois
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- retired electrician
You could try that, but it would get a red tag from me.
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- Illinois
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- retired electrician
There is no requirement that the AHJ accept the listing, and just because it is listed, does not mean the installation of the product would not be a code violation.ad.UL.listed
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- Massachusetts
IMO, it doesn't violate 400.8(1) because its not "fixed" wiring.
It's hard to say exactly what they meant by "fixed", but the cord moves to allow the cover to open, so I would call that the opposite of fixed.
Also, looking at the instructions, the cord is also not "fixed" to the structure at any point. It's only connected on each end.
It's hard to say exactly what they meant by "fixed", but the cord moves to allow the cover to open, so I would call that the opposite of fixed.
Also, looking at the instructions, the cord is also not "fixed" to the structure at any point. It's only connected on each end.
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- Illinois
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- retired electrician
I see the cord as being a substitute for fixed wiring. That is wiring that is installed per one of the Chapter 3 wiring methods.
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- Illinois
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- retired electrician
So, in you area, is it acceptable to have a cord and plug connected device above a drop ceiling as long as the device is listed?For Jay and I there is.
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- Massachusetts
The rule in MA is the inspector of wires must accept listed equipment when it is installed per its listing.
lakee911
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- Columbus, OH
$126.90/ea!
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- Placerville, CA, USA
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- Retired PV System Designer
Plus $100 for the inspector. (For the re-inspection visit after you educate him, of course.)
lakee911
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- Columbus, OH
Assuming he/she notices. Most inspectors around here seem to belong to the Stevie Wonder Club. I often point things out, ask questions, etc. Sometimes they're more interested in locating the permit and getting off the job site than actually inspecting anything. Sad...
because he's not overstepping his authority, it's UL listed and code compliant imo
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