Question 2042 of 790 · California General Electrician Exam
Where may the service disconnecting means for a commercial building be installed?
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Correct answer to question 2042
- C: At a readily accessible location outside, or inside nearest the point of entrance of the service conductors
Explanation
The service disconnect must be readily accessible, either outside the building or inside nearest the point where the service conductors enter. This keeps unprotected service conductors inside the building short. See 230.70(A).
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