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Old 4/14/06, 9:50 AM
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This panel is beneath the meter and should be the Service Equipment/Main disconnect. I know double lugging is prohobited and the feeder cable should have been connected to a breaker/disconnect at this panel but need the code violation/ref. indicating the deficiency. Thanks.
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Old 4/14/06, 10:25 AM
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110.14 Electrical Connections. Terminals for more than one conductor and terminals used to connect aluminum shall be so identified.

Not to mention the fact, that those conductors have no OCPD. . .



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Old 4/14/06, 10:29 AM
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Thanks Jeff,

The panel on the interior is a Walker (fuse type) with a 100 amp disconnect. It has some issues as well. I can't believe this service upgrade was not inspected and the feeder for the interior installed on a 100 amp breaker at the SE.
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Also, from the picture, it looks like the AL conductor has been trimmed to allow both wires to fit.........

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Also, from the picture, it looks like the AL conductor has been trimmed to allow both wires to fit
I agree. . .



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Yep I also agree....and about 50% or less of the threads on that neutral strand is actually in the lug.....



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Default Re: Double Lugging

Maybe the Home Depot should start handling the Ilsco (or similar) line of splicing blocks. They can be a bit spendy for the insulated connectors but it is a simple solution for these ugly double taps.
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