Outlet, Half Switched
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For those that live where the new 2011 NEC code is in
effect, please read
'2011 NEC New Rule 'Switch
Connections' If this applies to you, the
switch wiring options that is in compliance with this new rule will be
indicated bellow as '2011 NEC compliant'
Now this new rule applies to
switches that control lighting loads and in this section you
are switching on and off power to part of an outlet, however
the most common use of a half switched outlet is to control a
pole or table lamp than is plugged into the switched portion
of the outlet therefore this rule may still apply (if you do
not fall under an exception to the rule) if you live in an
area where the 2011 NEC is in effect. |
These are outlets that are found in some homes that has
half of the duplex outlet switched and the other half with always on
power. Some newer homes have rooms that have no ceiling light but a
switch able outlet where you can have a pole lamp for instance that can
be controlled by a wall switch.
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the desired selection bellow
Written: June 29, 2013
Proof Read / Released: July 10, 2013
By: Donald Kerr
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