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New to Article 555 is new to Receptacle replacement. This section applies if you are replacing receptacle outlets on a dock. 555.33(C) states that they need to be at least 12” above the dock but not below the electrical datum plane on a fixed dock. PICTURE OF THE WEEK, TRYING TO KEEP THINGS COOL!!!! BUT… Read more: Receptacles on a Dock 555.33
This weeks change addresses docks and the datum plane for mounting equipment on a dock. Throughout Article 555, the physical location of electrical equipment is referenced to the electrical datum plane, which is used as a horizontal benchmark on land and on floating piers. The definition of the term electrical datum plane encompasses areas subject… Read more: 555.3 Electrical Datum Plan Distances
