Renson Electrical Updates

LATEST INFORMATION- 10/25/2023

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Article 555.35(B)(2) Outlets For Other Than Shore Power. 

Outlets supplied by branch circuits not exceeding 150 volts to ground and 60 ampers, single phase, and 150 volts or less to ground, 100 ampers or less, three phase, shall be provided with GFCI protection for personnel.   

Question: Does NM wire (Romex)  need to be replaced if it gets wet before the roof goes on the house, or before the windows get installed?   

Answer NO.   
Definitions:  Location Dry. (Dry Location) a location not normally subject to dampness or wetness. A location classified as dry may be temporary subject to dampness or wetness as in the case of a building under construction.  
 

ATTENTION

On 10/6/2023 The Rehabilitation subcode has ended the grace period not requiring a disconnect in outside of the building.for the service. But look to Article Emergency Disconnects 230.85 (C) Exception:  When only meter sockets, Service Entrance Conductors, or related raceways, and fittings are replaced, the requirements of this section SHALL NOT apply. 

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