Receptacle Location Requirements for Water Circulation and Sanitation Systems

Single grounding type, GFCI-protected receptacles that provide power for pump motors related to the circulation and sanitation system of permanently installed pools shall be located at least ____ from the inside walls of the pool.

Mike Holt

June 1, 2015

a) 3 ft
b) 5 ft
c) 6 ft
d) 12ft

See answer and applicable Code reference

The correct answer is: c) 6 ft

Article 680 applies to the installation of swimming pools, fountains and similar installations. Part II of this Article focuses on permanently installed pools. More specifically, as noted in Sec. 680.22(A)(2), "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 10 ft from the inside walls of the pool, or not less than 6 ft from the inside walls of the pool if they meet all of the following conditions:
1) Consist of single receptacles
2) Are of the grounding type
3) Have GFCI protection"

About the Author

Mike Holt

Mike Holt is the owner of Mike Holt Enterprises (www.MikeHolt.com), one of the largest electrical publishers in the United States. He earned a master's degree in the Business Administration Program (MBA) from the University of Miami. He earned his reputation as a National Electrical Code (NEC) expert by working his way up through the electrical trade. Formally a construction editor for two different trade publications, Mike started his career as an apprentice electrician and eventually became a master electrician, an electrical inspector, a contractor, and an educator. Mike has taught more than 1,000 classes on 30 different electrical-related subjects — ranging from alarm installations to exam preparation and voltage drop calculations. He continues to produce seminars, videos, books, and online training for the trade as well as contribute monthly Code content to EC&M magazine.