It is intended to be used as a practical working tool to assist in making the nec as clear. National electrical code development 1999 nec article 68022. Swimming pools, spas, hot tubs installations quiz 2. Based on the 2014 nec mike holts illustrated guide to. Add the following definitions alter shall mean to make different, modify, or vary. Due to the nature of the moist pool environment, all equipment must be ul listed to. The national electrical code nec style manual is prepared under the guidance of the nec technical correlating committee and is used to advise members of the codemaking panels on the required editorial style and arrangement of the nec. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. He drafted the text for article 690 in the 2005 nec handbook and 2008 nec handbook. This article covers lighting systems and their associated components operating at no more than 30 volts ac or 60 volts dc.
Receptacles that provide power for water pump motors or for other loads directly related to the circulation and sanitation system shall be located at least 3. For more information on this or other training products, visit. The wiring of pools, spas, hot tubs and fountains shall comply with the requirements of chapters 1 through 4, except as modified by this article. This is a not a replacement for nfpa 70, national electrical code. I believe the copy i originally used was published in 2007 and it contained the 5 language. Sep 02, 2011 because of this issue the 2011 nec has added a new section called guess what foyers 210. Over 30 submissions were accepted for the 2011 nec and 55 proposals were submitted for the 2014 code. Swimming pool equipotential bonding 2 of 3, nec 2014 680. Heck you even need a gfi outlet for a hot tub located indoors. Im in a discussion friendly one on another forum about article 680. Article 680 contains restrictive installation and equipment requirements necessary to prevent severe shock to human bodies around swimming pools, spas, hot tubs and fountains.
The complete nfpa 70, nec, index is also included for easy reference to the code information you require. Refer to article 680 for applications involving immersion. Fixed or stationary pool, outdoor spa and hot tub equipment is permitted to be cordandplugconnected to facilitate the removal or. Article 680 applies to pools, spas, hot tubs, fountains, and similar bodies of water. Nec article 680 is written in a style where, for the most part, these parts are. All electrical outlets, light switches, and receptacles must be ul listed for safety assurance. Hot tub electrical code nec article 680 inspectapedia. Swimming pool electical safety florida building code. The following draft of nfpa 70, national electrical code, 2011, incorporates the committee actions on the public and committee proposals that make up the a2010 report on proposals.
Overhead clearances can be a bit confusing with regard to pools. The handbooks commentary text is colored blue to differentiate it from the code text. Illustrated guide to the nec illustrated guide to the. While this change doesnt make any technical difference at first glance, it does help the nec user to understand which portion of 680. This article applies to solar pv systems, other than those covered by article 691, including the array circuits, inverters, and controllers for such systems. John served as secretary for the pv industry forum involved with article 690 of the nec. Equipotential bonding in and around swimming pools, article 680. Cops are defined as power systems for facilities or parts of facilities that require continuous operation for the reasons of public safety, emergency management, national security, or business continuity. These provisions shall apply to any feeder on the supply side of panelboards supplying branch circuits for pool equipment covered in part ii of this article and on the load side of the service equipment or the source of a separately derived system. Fortunately, the nec now as of 2011 provides a means of determining.
Swimming pool electrical safety1 florida building code. In the rapidly evolving electrical industry, the nec handbook helps you be prepared. Mike holts illustrated guide to understanding the national electrical code, volume 2 article 680 swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, fountains, and similar installations. Fortunately, the nec now as of 2011 provides a means of determining clearances without pulling your hair and gnashing your teeth.
It removed former exception 2 and added a few words to 680. The 2011 edition of the national electrical code is amended as follows. Proposed nfpa 70 2011 edition national electrical code note. All the copies i recently checked were published in 2008 and did not contain the 5 language. Di t i d t st d ddirector, industry standards 2011 nec facts 5,016 public proposals 2,p910 public comments 22 certified amending motions at the nfpa annual meeting 7 were successful on the floor 7 appeals to the standards council all were denied. Unfortunately, the nfpa intentionally makes this free online version difficult to find and use. Adoption of the 2011 national electrical code and amendments. Photovoltaic systems shall be permitted to supply a building or other structure in addition to any other electricity supply systems. Swimming pools, fountains, and similar installations. Foyers that are not part of a hallway in accordance with 210. How to get a free copy of the 2011 national electric code. Swimming pools 2008 national electrical code changes article. Draft of proposed nfpa 70 2011 edition national electrical. Article 680 of necswimming pools erb inspections, inc.
Illustrated guide to the national electrical code 5e provides readers with a unique approach to mastering the code, using highlydetailed, technicallyaccurate illustrations and visuals to break down and simplify the expanding volume and complexity of the 2011 national. Recommended amendments to the 2008 national electrical code. An intentional bond of a minimum conductive surface area of 5800 mm 2 9 in. Article 708, critical operations power systems some. Branchcircuit, feeder, and service calculations article 220 branchcircuit, feeder, and service calculations i. Draft of proposed nfpa 70 2011 edition national electrical code. Nec2008 has a new article 708, critical operations power systems cops. However, they do make available a limiteduse online copy of the 2011 nec. Article 680 swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, fountains, and. Solar photovoltaic systems covered by this article may be interactive.
Pm with georgia plans examiner confirms some copies of the 2008 nec published in 2007do contain the 5 language in article 680. While this was never the intent of the nec, this section didnt address that issue. He is an active member on six ul standards technical panels. The fpn not mandatory added in 1984 becomes text of the code under 68022 bonding. Groundingandbonding nationalelectricalcode article250 byjim. Nec article 680 swimming pools, fountains, and similar installations. Repair shall mean to restore to a good operating condition as in the original state, without alteration. Article 680 swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, fountains, and similar. The ampacity of branchcircuit conductors and overcurrent devices for pool or outdoor spa and hot tub water heaters must not be less than 125. Oct 31, 20 74 videos play all national electrical code mikeholtnec branch circuits multiwire 210. The nfpa recovers part of its code development costs by selling code books.
The nec handbook is designed explicitly for electrical professionals. Photovoltaic source circuits and pv output circuits shall not be. This article provides requirements for calculating branchcircuit, feeder, and service loads. Analysis of changes2011 nec international code council. Nec 2017 code changes chapter 6 special equipment changes from the 2014 code are highlighted in yellow. Copies of proposals are published in the nec rop for the 2010 annual revision cycle. Eeis representative to the nec nesc ad hoc since 2008. Served on national electrical code nec panels 3 and 20, special nec task groups, and on national electrical safety code nesc subcommittee 4. Poolrelated areas are deemed corrosive environments, because of the pool sanitation chemicals that are used and stored there.
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