Motors & Generators Installed in Class I, Division 1 Locations
Motors, generators, or other rotating electrical machinery identified for Class I, Division 2 locations can be used in Class I, Division 1 locations.
a) True
b) False
See answer and applicable Code reference
The correct answer is: b) False
Article 501 covers the requirements for electrical equipment and wiring installed in Class I, Division 1 and 2 locations. As noted in Sec. 501.125(A)(1), in class I, Division 1 locations, motors, generators, and other rotating electrical machinery shall be identified for Class I, Division 1 locations.
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