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    Cool Worn out 2-wire duplex receptacles

    Can any member direct to a site where they speak about worn female
    receptacle that can no longer hold tight the male plug.

    I need facts, to show a customer. Thanks.

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    Default Re: Worn out 2-wire duplex receptacles

    Quote Originally Posted by Robert Mattison View Post
    Can any member direct to a site where they speak about worn female
    receptacle that can no longer hold tight the male plug.

    I need facts, to show a customer. Thanks.
    I am having this same issue in my marriage, I'm glad somebody finally brought it up. I am interested in all replies. If your customer doesn't believe you, give him 20 years.


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    Default Re: Worn out 2-wire duplex receptacles

    Robert, you could just point out that loose connections cause heat to build up and create a hazard.

    All answers based on unamended National Electrical codes.

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    Default Re: Worn out 2-wire duplex receptacles

    Hello Robert,

    That is addressed in NFPA 73. I don't have my copy in front of me right now but will post it later.

    Sincerely,

    Corey

    Last edited by Corey Friedman; 04-19-2011 at 05:52 AM. Reason: spelling

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    Default Re: Worn out 2-wire duplex receptacles

    http://communities.leviton.com/servl...ec%20RTT99.pdf

    you'll have to read down for dwelling info

    NFPA 73, 1996 Edition
    Chapter 2 Section 2-10.7 General Requirements
    Receptacle contacts shall have acceptable blade retention when tested with a listed retention tester.

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    Default Re: Worn out 2-wire duplex receptacles

    Quote Originally Posted by Corey Friedman View Post
    Hello Robert,

    That is addressed in NFPA 73. I don't have my copy in front of me right now but will post it later.

    Sincerely,

    Corey
    For the record - NFPA is rarely adopted by a local municipality and thus is not a code requirement and should not be used as a legitimate source citing an alleged noncompliant situation.


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    Default Re: Worn out 2-wire duplex receptacles

    Quote Originally Posted by dana1028 View Post
    For the record - NFPA is rarely adopted by a local municipality and thus is not a code requirement and should not be used as a legitimate source citing an alleged noncompliant situation.
    Hi Dana,

    The NFPA is an organization and has not adopted anywhere.

    Various NFPA codes and standards that they publish are adopted. I'm not sure I follow what you are saying.

    The OP said nothing about code compliance. The OP asked for a reference and I provided one. Are you saying that you don't consider the NFPA a credible source (regardless of a particular document being adopted locally)?

    The OP said nothing about this being a code battle.

    Sincerely,

    Corey


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