ICE
Oh Well
The California Electric Code 210.12(A) requires AFCI protection for 15/20 amp branch circuits supplying outlets or devices in the following areas: dwelling unit kitchens, family rooms, dining rooms, living rooms, parlors, libraries, dens, bedrooms, sunrooms, recreation rooms, closets, hallways, laundry areas, or similar rooms or areas.
Note that a garage is not included. During a recent training session that was provided by the CALBO (California Building Officials) the instructor stated that if the laundry equipment is located within the garage, AFCI is not required as that does not qualify as a "laundry area".
Your thoughts?
Another question has to do with attics. If there is a furnace located in an attic or there is a permanent access such as a stair is AFCI protection required?
Note that a garage is not included. During a recent training session that was provided by the CALBO (California Building Officials) the instructor stated that if the laundry equipment is located within the garage, AFCI is not required as that does not qualify as a "laundry area".
Your thoughts?
Another question has to do with attics. If there is a furnace located in an attic or there is a permanent access such as a stair is AFCI protection required?