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Another failed inspection

GFCI device not readily accessible? In attic with only a scuttle hole and requiring a portable ladder?
 
Ground-fault circuit-interruption for personnel shall be provided as required in 210.8(A) through ©. The ground-fault circuit-interrupter shall be installed in a readily accessible location.
 
Glenn said:
GFCI device not readily accessible? In attic with only a scuttle hole and requiring a portable ladder?
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That looks like a pretty shallow attic...a scuttle hole kind of attic. Need a ladder and I win.

Looks like you're either on a ladder or laying on your belly in the attic.
 
jar546 said:
Most of the transformers such as the one in the picture are clearly labeled and stamped "NOT FOR USE IN ATTICS"
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the reason why manufactures specify the transformer not be installed in an attic is due to heat. In the summertime attics get way too hot this would cause most transformers to fail.
 
electriclese said:
the reason why manufactures specify the transformer not be installed in an attic is due to heat. In the summertime attics get way too hot this would cause most transformers to fail.
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I absolutely agree. What if I were to build a home with a ventless attic?
 
Ah, the manufacturer's installation instructions that not only are not followed; but, usually not read and are thrown away. I love finding them in a trash box in the garage or just discarded on the floor. :)
 
There should be a portion of a cable connector visible in the picture. Is the outlet box mounted on the top of a ceiling joist?
 
For Clarity then. The NEC does not prohibit the transformer but the manufactures installation instructions may? Is that the correct answer?
 
Well that kills my thoughts of a man cave in the attic! I was planning a bell with all controls contained in the location of the attic for when I wanted service. Oh the bell would be located in the kitchen! :D
 
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