Does a garbage disposal receptacle (switched, obviously) have to be a GFCI? It falls within the 6′ radius by code, but I don’t recall if there are special provisions. And if so, how do you make it switched?
The old receptacle was not GFCI, nor was pretty much any receptacle in the house. THere is a 12/3 cable coming into the box, and it is the end of the run, if I recall correctly. How do I switch a GFI, or can I just throw in a standard receptacle and switch that? A GFI was thrown in temporarily with the red wire capped, only the hot, neutral and ground hooked up.
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"Does a garbage disposal receptacle (switched, obviously) have to be a GFCI? It falls within the 6' radius by code, "
First that not 6' radius, but along the countertop.
And unless you are working with a very old code that rule is obsolete for kitchens. It covers all receptacles that serve counter top.
Thus the GD receptacle is not included.
BTW. the 6ft rule still is in effect for sinks in other areas such as bar and laundry.
And ALL receptacles in bathrooms need to be GFCI protected.
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no, if under the counter
What about if powered off a lamp extension cord running from the outlet in the dining room?
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I believe that in line GFCIs are available for this configuration, as they are with outdoor commercial extension cords. The term "dining room," however, could be confusing for many homeowners who have open archtecture and no really definable rooms. I think that to be politically correct and not exclude someone whose self esteem might otherwise be damaged, I'd call it the room with an outlet that is closest to the kitchen.