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Old 05-14-2008, 07:43 PM
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Re: Switched Outlet w/out GFCI under sink
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Originally Posted by Bruce Ramsey View Post
The outlet is within 6 feet (much less) of a water source.
Forget the 6 foot rule, that has not been in effect for over 10 years.

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Looks like NEC 210.8A7 would cover this defect.
No - go to NEC 210.8 (A) (6) Kitchens — where the receptacles are installed to serve the countertop surfaces .

The NEC does not require GFCI protection for receptacles *in* the cabinet.
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