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Re: GFCI's

#77387 05/27/01 06:14 PM

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Redsy

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Originally posted by Bill Addiss:
Redsy,

What's "twp" stand for?

I agree it's an interesting issue. I'm not sure which way I'd want to go on that. It would depend on where the pump is I guess and the likelihood of it being needed.

I will always try not to put a Refrigerator or Freezer on a GFCI because I've seen many instances where power surges and such have caused a GFCI to trip. I wouldn't want it to happen while I was away on vacation. I guess it's a calculated risk at best.

Bill

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Re: GFCI's

#77388 05/27/01 08:44 PM

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sparky

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210-8's intent is to protect personnel, not dedicated equipment.

Why would a GFI be required on a sump pump if a hardwired pool motor does not rate one?

Re: GFCI's

#77389 05/29/01 07:16 PM

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Bill Addiss Offline

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Sparky,

I'm figuring that they're probably looking at the location. As you know, receptacles in basements and crawlspaces often get used for things other than what was intended. I can see someone unplugging the sump pump to use the outlet for something else 'temporarily'

Bill

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