Afci

[Paul W. Abernathy]

Originally Posted by jtedesco1

OK,

Question 1: Is a bidet a toilet? What if there was only a bidet in a room with a basin, would that be considered as a bathroom defined as one with a basin and one or more of the following: Toilet, tub or a shower?

Question 2 :Why are receptacles not allowed in a tub?

Question 3: Speedy Petey? Who are you?

Question 1 #
Bidets are principally used to wash and clean the external genitalia and the anus, as well as the skin near these areas. They may also be used to clean any other part of the body; they are very convenient for cleaning the feet for example. Despite appearing similar to a toilet, it would be more accurate to compare it to the washbasin or bathtub. In fact, the bidet makes an excellent baby bath. Anyone who has mobility problems and finds it difficult to get into a bathtub, or is afraid of slipping in the shower, may find a bidet an excellent solution for maintaining personal hygiene.
Users who are unfamiliar with bidets often confuse a bidet with a urinal, toilet, or even a drinking fountain. The user should use the toilet before using the bidet; its purpose is to wash afterwards. It is generally understood that you should sit on a bidet facing the tap and nozzle, however that is not necessarily the case. It's just as efficient and, some say, less awkward with your back to the tap and wall.

The NEC defines the bathroom as an area including a basin with a toilet, a tub, or a shower. So chances of having a "bidet" in a room without a toilet or a sink is remote......the "bidet" is the THIRD wheel.......makes no difference in the equation in my opinion based on the official status of the "Bidet"

Question 2# - Because NEC forbids it under Section 406.8(C)

Question 3# - Speedy offers advice over at a DIY forum and I believe he is also an electrical contractor.

Forgot to add the disclaimer - I do not use a Bidet.....I just SPLASH em'

[Speedy Petey]

Paul pretty much nailed all three questions.
Especially #1

I am also an electrical mod on another board and frequent several others. Including ECN and Mike Holt's site.

[Paul W. Abernathy]

Great to have ya stop by Speedy.....remember your efforts to help make others BETTER at what they do....make YOU better at enjoying what YOU do.....