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Thursday, September 20, 2018
Question:
Is it necessary to protect an existing older hard wired community pool with GFCI? It is a 5HP- 208 Volt - 3 Phase pump?
Fred Cocks
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Answer:
Hey Fred thanks for your question. The NEC does not presently require three phase swimming pump motors to have GFCI protection. The rule in 680.21(C) is for single phase motors. There might be local rules in your area that are more restrictive so check with the AHJ. Providing GFCI protection can help improve safety even if not specifically required.