Was the "6' GFCI rule" in the code at one time?

That would be my guess, maybe in the '90 or '93?

That's about the timeperiod I had learned that rule, but I wasn't too serious about code then, either.

I'm wondering if it's another one of those "assumed rules" or if it actually existed at one time, to be replaced with the verbage that requires GFCI for the entire countertop and room (residential kitchens and baths).

Anyone know?

[This message has been edited by sparky66wv (edited 10-03-2002).]


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