Does the inspector allow a 120v. 15a. duplex receptacle to go non-GFCI protected if it is located on the 8 foot ceiling of an unfinished basement and the only thing plugged into it is a power vent for a water heater?

Maybe, if it's changed to a single receptacle instead of duplex.

How tall are the residents? Can they reach it without a ladder?

It all gets down to the definition of "readily accessible"
210.8(A)(5)ex1

I agree with Yanici. Have them swap out the duplex receptacle for a single 120v/ 15a single receptacle. This way it is clear that the receptacles purpose is strictly for the power vent. A receptacle in an 8' ceiling is IMO not readily accessible.

[This message has been edited by ShockMe77 (edited 09-27-2006).]

+1 for the "dedicated" single receptacle.

Intersting, Since the 8' ceiling is "readily accessible" to you guys, could this be the ONLY receptacle in the basement if it was GFCI?

If this is the only receptacle in the basement, why not spend the $8 and put in a duplex GFCI so it can be used for general purpose? We can debate the letter of the law here, but we all know that dedicated simplex receptacle is going to sport a splitter and extension cord within a few months. Might as well look after the public safety here and err on the side of caution.

[This message has been edited by SteveFehr (edited 09-28-2006).]

Enforced here:
Sump, wtr htr, condensate pump,alarm, cent vac, etc.; in an unfinished basement area are single receptacles. Min. one (1) GFI duplex within each unfinished area(s).

John

John, would a duplex receptacle be acceptable in an unfinished basement if the receptacle served (2) condensate pumps serving the same furnace?

Nevermind.

210.8 (5) Exception No. 2

We are debating, single vs. duplex right? Cause we all know it doesn't have to be GFCI'd

Most Inspectors we run into in michigan let it slide. Same goes for the duplex receptical at the disposal.


[This message has been edited by Trick440 (edited 09-28-2006).]

Discussion....
GD on a dedicated circ? then single!
Micro (not on countertop) on dedi circ?, then single.
Decision/Opinion on the above from NJ DCA.

Two related HVAC devices on/at furnace, duplex; although some guys do two (2) singles in a 4x4.

John

Since the code defines a max switch height at 6'7" to be considered readily accessible, I assume it to be reasonable to use this same height for receptacles. Thus it is not readily accessible, does not need to be GFCI protected, and cannot be used to comply with 210.52(G) 2002.

Article 100 Definitions says "readily accessible" means you can reach it without the use of portable ladders...Iput me down for not readily accessible so no need for GFCI protection

I could install the recept. without a ladder, I'd say it was accessable