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Posted By: Redsy UF for lamppost ? - 08/12/03 01:53 AM
A UF cable to a lamppost must be sleeved through the concrete in order to comply with 340.12 (8).
Correct?
Not according to the installation instructions.
Posted By: GEO Re: UF for lamppost ? - 08/12/03 12:05 PM
Redsy
which instructions? GEO
Posted By: Redsy Re: UF for lamppost ? - 08/12/03 01:03 PM
The installation instructions included with the lamppost show a cable routed through the hole in the bottom/side of the post and then concrete being poured in the hole.
Posted By: Bill Addiss Re: UF for lamppost ? - 08/13/03 03:37 AM
Redsy,

Do the Instructions mention concrete?

Bill
Posted By: Redsy Re: UF for lamppost ? - 08/13/03 11:04 AM
Bill, Geo,

Yes, the installation instructions show concrete being poured around a cable which enters the post.
Posted By: GEO Re: UF for lamppost ? - 08/13/03 11:43 AM
REDSY
was it made in china and sold at home DE pot?
OOPS i never did that i think.
Posted By: ThinkGood Re: UF for lamppost ? - 08/13/03 01:03 PM
Lemme guess...the instructions have something along the lines of "Must be installed in accordance with local codes by qualified personnel..." which translates to "Loophole."
Posted By: Bill Addiss Re: UF for lamppost ? - 08/13/03 01:16 PM
Redsy,

Can you scan the instructions and send it to me?

How about writing them a letter and asking them to explain? What do you think?

Bill

[This message has been edited by Bill Addiss (edited 08-13-2003).]
Posted By: Redsy Re: UF for lamppost ? - 08/13/03 05:11 PM
I will probably be asked to install it within a few days.
I'll double check the instructions and try to remember to keep them.
Posted By: Tom Re: UF for lamppost ? - 08/13/03 09:53 PM
I guess this is one of those cases where following the instructions will get you in trouble.

Uses Not Permitted- 340.12(8) Embedded in poured concrete...
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