AFCI Protection in Mobile Homes

March 24, 2014
AFCI protection is required for branch circuits of mobile homes and manufactured homes in all the same locations as required for dwelling units.

AFCI protection is required for branch circuits of mobile homes and manufactured homes in all the same locations as required for dwelling units.

a) True
b) False

See answer and applicable Code reference

The correct answer is: a) True

The requirements for mobile and manufactured homes are noted in Article 550 of the 2011 NEC. As noted in 550.25(B), "All 120V branch circuits that supply 15A and 20A outlets installed in family rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, parlors, libraries, dens, bedrooms, sunrooms, recreation rooms, closets, hallways, or similar rooms or areas of mobile homes and manufacturered homes shall comply with 210.12."

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