This section covers outlets, not receptacles installed outdoors. Receptacles outdoors are covered in section 210.8(A)(3). An outlet is a point on a wiring system that current is taken to supply utilization equipment. This section has an exemption for AC systems which has been tabled until September 1, 2026. Sprinkler pumps, Gate operators, and other outdoor equipment will be covered by this section and shall be protected by a GFCI device.
Equipment 120/240 volts up to and including 50 amperes will now have to be GFCI protected when installed outdoors.
Till the next time be safe work safe.
Jake