basement outlets
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basement outlets
I'm helping my daughter finish a basement. She had an electrician friend install 20 amp wiring for 10 wall outlets. I am helping her install the outlets and I have a couple of questions. Can I use 15 amp outlets on a 20 amp circuit? I have a box of 15 amp backwired outlets left over from another project and want to use them.
The other question concerns GFI. I know it's not required, but is there any reason not to use a GFI breaker or a GFI outlet on this circuit? It seems like a smart thing to do for the little it costs.
The other question concerns GFI. I know it's not required, but is there any reason not to use a GFI breaker or a GFI outlet on this circuit? It seems like a smart thing to do for the little it costs.
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15A Rec are fine.
GfcI not required, but if you feel better,You can install one at the first rec location. IE: breaker-- 1st rec GFCI--- next reg-- etc.
Identify line and load at first location. (line is the breaker side).
GfcI not required, but if you feel better,You can install one at the first rec location. IE: breaker-- 1st rec GFCI--- next reg-- etc.
Identify line and load at first location. (line is the breaker side).