sump pump cord splicimg
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06-02-22, 08:12 PM
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sump pump cord splicimg
can we cut the male plug of a sump pump and just hard wire it.
thank you
thank you
#2
06-03-22, 05:10 AM
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#3
06-08-22, 11:16 AM
Typically this is against the electrical code (NEC). It needs to be plugged in, and cutting the plug voids the UL listing.
In most locales, a GFI circuit is required, though some areas have exceptions. Some will also 'miss' that requirement to prevent false trips on a sump pump.
In most locales, a GFI circuit is required, though some areas have exceptions. Some will also 'miss' that requirement to prevent false trips on a sump pump.
#4
06-10-22, 06:06 PM
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In most locales, a GFI circuit is required, though some areas have exceptions. Some will also 'miss' that requirement to prevent false trips on a sump pump.
