With respect to a motor circuit application, the disconnecting means at the controller location is “in sight from” and 15 ft from the controller. The disconnecting at the motor location is “in sight from” and 20 ft from the motor. Is this installation in compliance with the 2017 NEC?
A) Yes
B) No
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Answer: B
As per Sec. 430.107 of the 2017 NEC, one of the disconnecting means shall be readily accessible to either the controller or the motor or driven machinery. In this example, neither are readily accessible.
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