Anyone had any issues with this type of equipment and nuisance tripping AFCI circuit breakers?
Just wondering, because this equipment usually plugs into standard 120V receptacles and is normally located in a living room, bedroom or other area where AFCI's are currently required to be used.
Experiencing first hand, the tendency of AFCI's to trip unexpectedly when motor loads are involved, like vacuums, hair dryers, power tools, etc... I don't think it’s safe to rely on their integrity, especially in this instance. I can't see any option in the NEC to avoid the potential AFCI issue, other than locating the equipment in a bathroom, kitchen, garage, unfinished basement or possibly finding a 240V unit, but this negates the purposefully intended ease of installation for an otherwise already complex peice of medical equipment that performs a life saving medical procedure.
