C317414
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Hello,
Our dishwasher leaked and damaged the floor. The dishwasher was hard-wired to the house using NM cable (Romex type). The guys from the water remediation company cut the cable, instead of disconnecting it. They cut it too short, so it will need to be replaced. I have a few questions:
1- I understand that NM cable is not allowed for this application, because it will have to flex as the dishwasher is pushed in or pulled out. Is this correct? If so, what is the appropriate type of cable to use?
2- Would it be better to install an outlet behind the dishwasher or under the sink and plug-in the dishwasher instead? The drywall had been removed, so I have access to everything.
3- The dishwasher circuit is not on a GFCI. Does the code require one? Can I use a GFCI circuit breaker, so it's easily accessible?
Thanks
Our dishwasher leaked and damaged the floor. The dishwasher was hard-wired to the house using NM cable (Romex type). The guys from the water remediation company cut the cable, instead of disconnecting it. They cut it too short, so it will need to be replaced. I have a few questions:
1- I understand that NM cable is not allowed for this application, because it will have to flex as the dishwasher is pushed in or pulled out. Is this correct? If so, what is the appropriate type of cable to use?
2- Would it be better to install an outlet behind the dishwasher or under the sink and plug-in the dishwasher instead? The drywall had been removed, so I have access to everything.
3- The dishwasher circuit is not on a GFCI. Does the code require one? Can I use a GFCI circuit breaker, so it's easily accessible?
Thanks