Nj Pool Electrical Code

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Nj pool electrical code.

All electrical equipment used with storable pools are required to be gfci protected. Box 369 trenton nj 08625 0369 expiration date. Most local codes are based on the national electrical code nec a document that lays out required practices for all aspects of residential and commercial electrical. This bond wire must also pass through the lug provided by the manufacturer on the pool filter pump motor.

These rules are current as of the 2017 edition of the nec a coding standard that is updated every three years while changes to the code are gradual it is always a good idea to check on the requirements of the latest edition of the nec. Your local building inspector can let you know what the most current guidelines are for electrical safety around pools and spas. Electrical subcode njac 5 23 3 16 national electrical code nfpa 70 2017 link provides access to all nfpa standards sept. Thanks for your electrical question sue.

These general guidelines will give you the basics of what electrical inspectors are looking for when they review both remodeling projects and new installations. Energy subcode njac 5 23 3 18 international energy conservation code 2018 low rise residential. Bond pool water as per nec article 680 26 c. New jersey state sanitary code chapter ix public recreational bathing n j a c.

Pool circuits shall be identified in the circuit breaker panel. Electrical codes are in place to protect you the homeowner. National standard plumbing code 2018 nj ed nspc w nj edits from 3 15 sept. All 125 volt outlets or receptacles within 2o feet of the inside walls of a pool require gfci protection.

If the pool is an above ground and is considered storable then the following codes apply.