dabensys
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I am adding a new whirlpool tub in the master bath. The tub comes with a standard 3-prong plug for connection to a standard outlet. I have read both the 2008 NEC and 2006 IRC and can only find the requirement that the whrilpool motor be on a dedicated circuit with ground-fault protection.
My question is where should I put the GFCI? At the panel or at the outlet? For me, at the outlet would be more convenient in case the GFCI trips, but I'm not sure that's the safest b/c if it trips there, then you still have current running from the panel to the outlet. Either one is just as easy to install since I'm running all new work from a subpanel to the bathroom.
If I don't hear back, I'll go with the GFCI at the panel and let the inspector be the judge.
Thank you!
My question is where should I put the GFCI? At the panel or at the outlet? For me, at the outlet would be more convenient in case the GFCI trips, but I'm not sure that's the safest b/c if it trips there, then you still have current running from the panel to the outlet. Either one is just as easy to install since I'm running all new work from a subpanel to the bathroom.
If I don't hear back, I'll go with the GFCI at the panel and let the inspector be the judge.
Thank you!