NEC 2026 Compatible

Per CEC 2024 Rule 26-704(1), which of the following is *not* a correct application of GFCI protection for receptacles in a dwelling unit?

Master Level📋 CEC 26-704(1), 26-704(1) ExceptionGFCI
Circuit Diagram
GFCI Receptacle Wiring — Line vs Load PANEL 20A CB Hot (black) Neutral (white) GFCI LINE LOAD T / R Recep PROTECTED Recep PROTECTED Equipment Ground (bare/green) GFCI Protected Zone (downstream) Key Wiring Rules: LINE terminals: power from panel (hot + neutral). Protects the GFCI itself. LOAD terminals: feeds downstream receptacles. All downstream = GFCI protected. Miswiring LINE/LOAD will NOT protect downstream outlets. NEC 210.8 — Required locations: bathrooms, kitchens, garages, outdoors, basements
A

Receptacles located outdoors.

B

Receptacles located in bathrooms.

C

Receptacles supplying a permanently installed sump pump.

D

Receptacles within 1.5 m of a sink in a kitchen.

Explanation & Direct Citation

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