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Thursday, October 30, 2014
Question:
Hi, I recently had an issue with my A/C compressor locking up and it caused my service disconnect to trip. My service disconnect is located in a locked hall closet along with the meter. I live in a multiple-occupancy building which does not supply power and does not have maintenance on site 24/7. The incident happened on a Friday evening and maintenance refused to come out to reset my disconnect. My question is: Is my HOA in violation of NEC code per 230.72(C) each occupant shall have access to the occupant's service disconnecting means? I have contacted local code enforcement and he referred me to the fire inspector whom then referred back to code enforcement.
Kent Otto
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Answer:
Hey Kent thanks for your question. Yes you need to have access to the overcurrent devices for your occupancy if they don't provide continuous management supervision. In addition to 230.72(C) look at 240.24(B). You might need to write to the owner and copy the code enforcement officer. If that doesn't resolve the issue you might need to involve others. There is usually a way to elevate the concern to get it fixed.