Question 10079 of 1003 · California General Electrician Exam
Which statement about overload protection for fire pump supply conductors is correct?
Exactly one answer is correct.
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Correct answer to question 10079
- C: They must not have automatic overload protection, only short-circuit and ground-fault protection
Explanation
Fire pump power circuits must not have automatic protection against overloads, except as specifically permitted. Only short-circuit and ground-fault protection are provided so the pump keeps running during a fire.
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