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Posted By: ccdave 2002 NEC - 06/25/07 04:38 PM
SOMEONE "BORROWED" MY CODE BOOK OVER THE WEEKEND, CAN SOMEONE GIVE THE 680 REFERANCE FOR THE DISTANCE FROM A JACUZZI THE A DISCONNECT MUST BE--THANKS, CAN'T WAIT FOR JAN. 08 WHEN WE GET TO 2005--FINALLY
Posted By: ghost307 Re: 2002 NEC - 06/25/07 05:36 PM
Do you mean this one?
680.41 Emergency Switch for Spas and Hot Tubs.
A clearly labeled emergency shutoff or control switch for the purpose of stopping the motor(s) that provide power to the recirculation system and jet system shall be installed at a point readily accessible to the users and not less than 1.5 m (5 ft) away, adjacent to, and within sight of the spa or hot tub. This requirement shall not apply to single-family dwellings.
Posted By: gfretwell Re: 2002 NEC - 06/25/07 08:01 PM
Or this which also applies to a spa
680.22(C) Switching Devices. Switching devices shall be located at least 1.5 m (5 ft) horizontally from the inside walls of a pool unless separated from the pool by a solid fence, wall, or other permanent barrier. Alternatively, a switch that is listed as being acceptable for use within 1.5 m (5 ft) shall be permitted.
Posted By: ShockMe77 Re: 2002 NEC - 06/25/07 10:58 PM
Don't forget the required GFCI protected receptacle.
Posted By: ccdave Re: 2002 NEC - 06/26/07 01:17 PM
thank you all--dave
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