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#83427 01/30/03 06:46 PM
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A new home has a single receptacle for the washing machine. The owner has been unplugging it to use the iron. The laundry sink is next to the washer (obviously). GFCI protection is not called for in 210.8. The receptacle can be replaced with a duplex. Should a GFCI be installed, anyway?
(I'm thinking yes.)

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#83428 01/30/03 10:40 PM
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GFCI gets my vote !


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#83429 01/30/03 10:48 PM
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i second that motion gfci being that they are using the receptacle for iron next to sink how close to sink is receptacle??

#83430 01/31/03 04:14 AM
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...and how close is the iron to the sink!!!

Does a washing machine tend to trip GFCIs?

#83431 01/31/03 07:43 AM
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The sink is next to the washer. The iron will only be as far as the cord will allow.
I know the thoughts behind GFCI on washers & refrigerators, but I've also heard that the motors are required to pass strict ground leakage tests, which would keep the "trickle" belolw GFCI thresholds.
That said, I'd rather try a GFCI on a washer than a refrigerator where the food would spoil if a tripped GFCI was left unnoticed.

#83432 01/31/03 07:51 AM
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I'd vote yes also, with consideration of placement.

It would be nice to have the GFI visible above the washer, or a nearby GFI breaker in the panel.

just a thought......

#83433 02/03/03 11:39 PM
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All I can think is that Water + Electricity = GFCI. A little CYA goes a long way.


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#83434 02/04/03 02:49 PM
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The outlet is readily accessible and its normal use is for both ironing as well as for the washer. I don't see any way around the requirement for garage outlet gfci protection. If its not in the garage, then I don't see any requirement for a gfci. But I would put one in anyway!

#83435 02/22/03 08:30 AM
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I have a GFI on my washing machine. I've lived here for two years and have not had it trip once. Hope this helps with your decision.

#83436 02/22/03 03:27 PM
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If the question comes down to A) Is it required? or B) Would I install a GFCI? Then most people who know the dangers of electricity would put the GFCI in this location. However it might not be required as per the NEC.

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