Code interpretation
Code interpretation
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Section 220.16(c) of the New York City Amendments to the 2002 NEC, states: "A load, if not less than 1500 Volt-Amperes, shall be included for the air conditioning outlet required by 210.52(I)."
Does this mean that a minimum of 1500 VA's has to be used in the load calcs. for each outlet, even though there are existing outlets, and we may know it to be much less?
The reason I'm asking, is that we're trying to verify whether an existing service feeder for an apartment is adequate.
Does this mean that a minimum of 1500 VA's has to be used in the load calcs. for each outlet, even though there are existing outlets, and we may know it to be much less?
The reason I'm asking, is that we're trying to verify whether an existing service feeder for an apartment is adequate.






RE: Code interpretation
RE: Code interpretation
However, a dedicated circuit should be considered although not required by code, because you won't be able to plug much else on the same circuit, if you have the AC unit is running.
RE: Code interpretation
RE: Code interpretation
RE: Code interpretation
Yes! Thanks. Well, there are portable 1500kva stuff (think generators and such) , but I would hate to see them in my house or apartment as much as any.
Cheers!
RE: Code interpretation
RE: Code interpretation
I've seen quite a few "PORTABLE" 1500 KVA generators.
They have 16 cylinders, and come in a 40' semi trailer with Caterpilar written on the side.
Not in my house either!