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Even a Goof-Ring Can't Fix This

Looks like the grounding plug is down. I know thats an items of discussion, based on the AHJ. In this case would you flip the receptacle so the grey cord doesnt have the sharp bend?
 
e hilton said:
Looks like the grounding plug is down. I know thats an items of discussion, based on the AHJ. In this case would you flip the receptacle so the grey cord doesnt have the sharp bend?
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I wouldn't require it, that is a workmanship issue.

Some will argue it is in fact safer, the the energized blades of the plug are not going to be placed in a position that it could be potential hazardous. (not me)
 
e hilton said:
Looks like the grounding plug is down. I know thats an items of discussion, based on the AHJ. In this case would you flip the receptacle so the grey cord doesnt have the sharp bend?
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The attachment plug is beyond the scope of my authority.
 
e hilton said:
Looks like the grounding plug is down. I know thats an items of discussion, based on the AHJ. In this case would you flip the receptacle so the grey cord doesn't have the sharp bend?
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The pin location can be at any one of 8 positions on the cord cap at the discretion of the cord manufacturer. I've had two different appliances in the same area with the grounding pins at 180° orientation. I had my electrician install a second receptacle (ganged) so that the grounds were opposite.
 
Mark, I think your correct, that appears to be a drywall screw in the plate mounting hole.

Over cut drywall can be cited.
 
A lot of appliances don't even come with cords. Always crying between electrician, contractor/home owner who is responsible to supply. You know....That was not in my bid.....should be....only the receptacle....etc.

I believe the manu. on these thinks it is cheaper for them and then end user can hard wire or use the cord they want or match what they already have.
 
I think its what is called a drywall framing screw, not the typical screw that is used to attach the drywall to the studs. The framers are about 1/4” long, just enough to connect two studs. They dont have bugle heads like typical drywall screws.
 
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