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Overcurrent devices shall NOT be located:

Apprentice Level📋 NEC 240.24(D)Overcurrent Protection
Circuit Diagram
Overcurrent Protection Sizing — NEC 240.6 Load = 36A Determine load current Continuous Load? (3+ hours = continuous) YES NO 36A x 125% = 45A NEC 210.20(A) / 215.3 Use 36A Noncontinuous Select Next Standard Size: 45A 240.6: 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100... Verify: #8 Cu THHN (50A) >= 45A OK
A

In a garage

B

In a hallway

C

In the vicinity of easily ignitible material (like a clothes closet)

D

In a utility room

Explanation & Direct Citation

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