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I tried to get this from the electician board, however I was directed to the DIY site here.
I'm not DIYing it, I have a contractor, however the other unit owner and I are having a disagreement. See thread below. Is there anyone who can help with this?
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Good afternoon. I am NOT an electrical professional. I have been reading through the code forum here and I have a couple questions.
Situation:
A rental unit owner has had issues with leaking into a bay window from my employers above unit deck. Upon pulling out the recessed light fixture in the downstairs rental unit, the contractor informed me that he found a 4x4" junction box and that:
a) there was no cover; b) there were no "romex connectors"; and c) it was fully enclosed behind the drywall and recessed light fixture.
I called NEMA and the Board of Industrial Trade and found out that DC uses the 2005 NEC Codebook. After that, I obtained a copy of the code and found section 214.
Not being an electrical professional but dealing with government and legal issues for 15 years, I think I found the appropriate sections.
Could someone tell me if these sections and their language are suitable for the above situation? I am unfamiliar with some of the terms, like "luminaires" and "flexible cord pendants".
Also, are Romex Connectors a brand name of bushings or are they separate?
I am trying to find an electric professional to discuss, however I'm not having much luck and I need some resolution to the issue immediately. The other owner is arguing that our contractor is not qualified and there are exposed wires and a possible leak (pending rain).
I can speak on the phone if you like, or email directly through here.
NEC - 2005 Edition.
Section 314.15(A)
Damp or Wet Locations. In damp or wet locations, boxes, conduit bodies, and fittings shall be placed or equipped so as to prevent moisture from entering or accumilating within the box, conduit body, or fitting. Boxes, conduit bodies, and fittings installed in wet locations shall be listed for use in wet locations.
Section 314.25 and 314.25(C)
314.25
Covers and Canopies. In completed installations, each box shall have a cover, faceplate, lampholder, or luminaire (fixture) canopy, except where installation complies with 410.14(B)
314.25(C)
Flexible Cord Pendants. Covers of outlet boxes and conduit bodies having holes through which flexible cord pendants pass shall be provided with bushings designed for the purpose or shall have smooth, well-rounded surfaces on which the cords may bear. So-called hard rubber or composition bushings shall not be used.
Section 314.28(C)
Covers. All pull boxes, junction boxes, and conduit bodies shall be provided with covers compatible with teh box or conduit body construcion and suitable for the conditions of use. Where used, metal covers shall comply with the grounding requirements of 250.110. An extension from teh cover of an exposed box shall comply with 314.22, Exception.
314.72(D)(E)
Construction and Installation Requirements
(D) Wiring is Accessible. Boxes shall be installed so that the wiring is accessible without removing any part of the building. Working space shall be provided in accordance with 110.34
(E) Suitable Covers. Boxes shall be closed by suitable covers securely fastened in place. underground box covers that weigh over 45kg (100 lb) shall be considered meeting theis requirement. Covers for boxes shall be permanently marked "DANGER - HIGH VOLTAGE - KEEP OUT." The marking shall be on the outsie of the box cover and shall be readily visible. Letters shall be block type and at least 13 mm (1/2 in.) in height.
Thank you,
Tracie
I'm not DIYing it, I have a contractor, however the other unit owner and I are having a disagreement. See thread below. Is there anyone who can help with this?
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Good afternoon. I am NOT an electrical professional. I have been reading through the code forum here and I have a couple questions.
Situation:
A rental unit owner has had issues with leaking into a bay window from my employers above unit deck. Upon pulling out the recessed light fixture in the downstairs rental unit, the contractor informed me that he found a 4x4" junction box and that:
a) there was no cover; b) there were no "romex connectors"; and c) it was fully enclosed behind the drywall and recessed light fixture.
I called NEMA and the Board of Industrial Trade and found out that DC uses the 2005 NEC Codebook. After that, I obtained a copy of the code and found section 214.
Not being an electrical professional but dealing with government and legal issues for 15 years, I think I found the appropriate sections.
Could someone tell me if these sections and their language are suitable for the above situation? I am unfamiliar with some of the terms, like "luminaires" and "flexible cord pendants".
Also, are Romex Connectors a brand name of bushings or are they separate?
I am trying to find an electric professional to discuss, however I'm not having much luck and I need some resolution to the issue immediately. The other owner is arguing that our contractor is not qualified and there are exposed wires and a possible leak (pending rain).
I can speak on the phone if you like, or email directly through here.
NEC - 2005 Edition.
Section 314.15(A)
Damp or Wet Locations. In damp or wet locations, boxes, conduit bodies, and fittings shall be placed or equipped so as to prevent moisture from entering or accumilating within the box, conduit body, or fitting. Boxes, conduit bodies, and fittings installed in wet locations shall be listed for use in wet locations.
Section 314.25 and 314.25(C)
314.25
Covers and Canopies. In completed installations, each box shall have a cover, faceplate, lampholder, or luminaire (fixture) canopy, except where installation complies with 410.14(B)
314.25(C)
Flexible Cord Pendants. Covers of outlet boxes and conduit bodies having holes through which flexible cord pendants pass shall be provided with bushings designed for the purpose or shall have smooth, well-rounded surfaces on which the cords may bear. So-called hard rubber or composition bushings shall not be used.
Section 314.28(C)
Covers. All pull boxes, junction boxes, and conduit bodies shall be provided with covers compatible with teh box or conduit body construcion and suitable for the conditions of use. Where used, metal covers shall comply with the grounding requirements of 250.110. An extension from teh cover of an exposed box shall comply with 314.22, Exception.
314.72(D)(E)
Construction and Installation Requirements
(D) Wiring is Accessible. Boxes shall be installed so that the wiring is accessible without removing any part of the building. Working space shall be provided in accordance with 110.34
(E) Suitable Covers. Boxes shall be closed by suitable covers securely fastened in place. underground box covers that weigh over 45kg (100 lb) shall be considered meeting theis requirement. Covers for boxes shall be permanently marked "DANGER - HIGH VOLTAGE - KEEP OUT." The marking shall be on the outsie of the box cover and shall be readily visible. Letters shall be block type and at least 13 mm (1/2 in.) in height.
Thank you,
Tracie