"Nexus7" wrote in message
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On Jun 1, 4:56 pm, "John Grabowski" wrote:
I have used 6/32 hex nuts behind the device strap to keep the device from
being pushed back.

I think this is the best solution - there's just one nut, no worrying
about 3-4 washers; it attaches the outlet solidly to the box which is
itself attached to the stud, so everything is robust; and if the box
is metal, the outlet or switch body is solidly grounded.

Again, code sez that if the box edge isn't flush with wall surface, you need
something between the device and any combustible materials, in case of
sparking. I agree, a fire actually starting that way is a one-in-a-million
shot, but when it comes time to sell, if the inspector actually pulls that
particular outlet cover, you;ll have to redo it anyway. As cheap as
extension rings are, may as well do it that way in the first place.

aem sends...