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  1. Maji236

    Can my existing receptacle work for this?

    All is not lost! You can also rewire internally. I have had to do these "field modifications" often with machineries. You may need to replace the cord as well. Refer to the product manual & above all BE SAFE. If you're not sure hire a professional. Good luck.
  2. Maji236

    How deep for underground wire?

    Per NEC 300.5: wiring in PVC conduit must have at least 18 inches of cover.
  3. Maji236

    Bathroom circuits

    I believe you're good. You can wire switch before the GFI too. Especially if it's in same box. Be safe.
  4. Maji236

    Can I use one 12/3 wire to serve as travelers for two different sets of lights

    From the information you gave me, I'd say NO.
  5. Maji236

    Double gang switches to dimmers

    Can I install these devices without the ground wire connected? I don't see why not, cap them off with a wire nut. Turn breaker off before working on this. The Honeywell: Line wire goes to blacks currently joined together. Eliminate the one going to the old switch. Load wire goes to other black...
  6. Maji236

    How deep for underground wire?

    18" minimum. Unless you're going under a driveway, parking area, or road. Your local codes may differ, but NEC says 18" minimum. Try not to dig up any sprinklers, or underground utilities. Be safe.
  7. Maji236

    Hot Tub

    Having said that, the problem I've had in the past with this is, the threads on the MC connector can be too short to fully engage the locknut, inside the PVC box. The box thickness can be prohibitive to securing the MC connector. What I've done in the past is thread the MC conn into a 1/2" rigid...
  8. Maji236

    Hot Tub

    Short answer, yes. From the info you're giving me, it's fine. Just make sure your connections are secure & appropriate for the application.
  9. Maji236

    Tiny Home Circuit Breaker Help

    Do you have any other AFs in the panel?
  10. Maji236

    What type of electrical panel would you recommend to install?

    I would go with what your electrician is telling you. You're correct in wanting to separate those circuits. It looks like, you're going to need to keep 2 top cicuits as double pole. It appears to me those next set of breakers on each side are tied together, not necessarily 2 (double) pole...
  11. Maji236

    Generator Connection

    How far down before you hit bedrock? Sometimes you can get away with laying your electrode horizontal, if you get down far enough. And you should ground your generator too. The electrodes will have to be at least 6' from each other as well.
  12. Maji236

    What is causing my breaker contact to glow red?

    I wholeheartedly agree with the sentiments from darkwood & westward10. Panel should be changed out. Which can be a particular hassle because AL wire is somewhat fragile. I would also add, your electrician should check your grounding electrode or equivalent. Be careful.
  13. Maji236

    What is the source of the pulsating/vibration noise in my flat?

    YES! Have the electrician change that panel out! My suggestion is to have your husband play louder. That way you'll eventually stop noticing as well. Just a thought... ? Hopefully your sparky finds it...
  14. Maji236

    Will my plan to become an electrician work ?

    I'd like to add what I was told when I started in the trade. "Better save yer change, kid." ? You should check with local apprenticeship opportunities. It doesn't take long to get more $. After 5 years you'll be making over $40/hr. Your pay will go up as you progress. Plus benefits (pension...
  15. Maji236

    LED & accessories supplier?

    Most local contractors get a discount, and can help decide what fixtures would work better for your application.
  16. Maji236

    Need either 7 inch canless recessed light OR drywall!

    I agree with Megawatt. It is UL listed. In Murica, that's the only thing that would make it less than "up to code".
  17. Maji236

    BX outer case broke... what to do?

    The NEC is a minimum. It also states that local/state AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction), has ultimate control. Whether it's the local town inspector or Charlotte/Mecklenburg county inspector. If they want to see an anti-short, you put one in. Some jobs I've been on there is more than one. So...
  18. Maji236

    320 amp service

    This ties into what I was saying in a different thread, Megawatt. Not all states require elec. licenses to perform said work. Likewise, not all licenses are reciprocal in all states. Which is why states adopt NEC updates at different times. norcal is correct, MA is usually the first to adopt...
  19. Maji236

    320 amp service

    Right, you would need a set of feeders from each panel back to the meter. Be safe
  20. Maji236

    Small indicator light inside junction box?

    The cover would have looked like to this.

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