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Old 4/14/10, 6:03 PM
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Default Can you run a factory installed cord through a sheetrock ceiling?

What do you think of this homeowner installation?
Any suggested language?
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Default Re: Can you run a factory installed cord through a sheetrock ceiling?

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What do you think of this homeowner installation?

RAWNG!!!


Any suggested language?
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Old 4/14/10, 6:10 PM
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Default Re: Can you run a factory installed cord through a sheetrock ceiling?

You just need to put the opener up in the attic.....simple really...



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Old 4/14/10, 6:13 PM
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Default Re: Can you run a factory installed cord through a sheetrock ceiling?

That's a direct NEC violation:

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ARTICLE 400 Flexible Cords and Cables

400.8 Uses Not Permitted.
Unless specifically permitted in 400.7, flexible cords and cables shall not be used for the following:
(1) As a substitute for the fixed wiring of a structure
(2) Where run through holes in walls, structural ceilings, suspended ceilings, dropped ceilings, or floors
(3) Where run through doorways, windows, or similar openings
(4) Where attached to building surfaces
Exception to (4): Flexible cord and cable shall be permitted to be attached to building surfaces in accordance with the provisions of 368.56(B)
(5) Where concealed by walls, floors, or ceilings or located above suspended or dropped ceilings
(6) Where installed in raceways, except as otherwise permitted in this Code
(7) Where subject to physical damage
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Default Re: Can you run a factory installed cord through a sheetrock ceiling?

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#@%Q^##*&
Exactly my thoughts too,but probably best not to say that in the report.
Thanks Robert,that looks like the info I needed.



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Old 4/14/10, 8:42 PM
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Don't forget to mention the breach of the firewall....



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