Outdoor Light - GFI

Started by bayview, March 11, 2009, 06:46:09 AM

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bayview

March 11, 2009, 06:46:09 AM


   I am in the process of wiring the cabin . . . I know that kitchen, bath and outside outlets need GFIs.  I am wiring for an outside light, on the exterior wall, by the front door.  Do I need a GFI for an outside light?
    . . . said the focus was safety, not filling town coffers with permit money . . .

MountainDon

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March 11, 2009, 09:34:57 AM
Only 15 and 20 amp receptacles are required to have GFCI protection.   NEC only mentions receptacles and does not mention lights, other than to say the light switch for an exterior light must be located indoors.
Just because something has been done and has not failed, doesn't mean it is good design.

bayview

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March 11, 2009, 02:41:37 PM
Thx M-Don
    . . . said the focus was safety, not filling town coffers with permit money . . .
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