basic code question

01-13-2011, 01:43 PM	#1
deko Member   Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 47	basic code question I need to install a single pole 120v switch in an interior wall. Is it acceptable to wall fish a single run of 14/2 NM cable to the switch using both black and white conductors as hot (with ground to the switch) and then tie it into a junction box in the attic?

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01-13-2011, 02:13 PM	#2
AndyGump Residential Designer     Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Orange County CA. Posts: 1,149	basic code question Yes it is acceptable to do that. When you tie into the hot wire in the 'J' box just wrap a little black tape around the insulation of the white wire. Andy.

01-13-2011, 02:20 PM	#3
deko Member   Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 47	basic code question great. thanks for the reply.

01-13-2011, 02:26 PM	#4
Michael Thomas Chicago, IL     Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,037	basic code question Quote: Originally Posted by deko I need to install a single pole 120v switch in an interior wall. Is it acceptable to wall fish a single run of 14/2 NM cable to the switch using both black and white conductors as hot (with ground to the switch) and then tie it into a junction box in the attic? If this is what you are referring to: then it's fine. (Diagram by DIYChatroom poster Stubbie, from his post # 11 here.) __________________ Home Inspections, Infrared (Thermal Imaging) Leak Identification and Inspection Services, Roof, Attic, Building, Basement and Foundation Moisture Intrusion and Water Leak Inspections, Troubled Building Consultations - Serving Chicago and Suburbs To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.