On Sat 26 Apr 2008 04:03:34p, RBM told us...


"Wayne Boatwright" wrote in message
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This is a question of curiosity more than anything, as I don't plan to
make changes to the way I have installed outdoor outlets.

In several homes, including the present one where I am currently
installing outdoor outlets, this has been my method...

At a point opposite on the inside of the house where a receptable
already exists, I drill a hole in the outside wall (cedar), and from
the inside, push through a length of exterior grade "romex" (the same
guage as the interior wiring) through an existing self-clamping opening
in the interior junction box to the outside and through the hole. I
connect the inside wires to the existing receptacle.

On the outside, I seal the hole around the romex with silicone sealant,
and mount an exterior weatherproof box (also sealed behind it with
silicone swealant. After the sealant has cured, I connect a GFCI
receptacle to the romex and mount it in the box. I then attach an
"always in use" hooded cover plate to complete the installation.

While I know this has proven to be safe over all the years I've used
this technique, I wonder whether it is really according to code, and if
not, what exactly would the code require instead.

BTW, I currently live in Mesa, AZ, if that makes a difference.

Thanks for any responses.



Nothing wrong with your method. There is no need to use U.F. cable if
you're running straight into the FS box.
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Thanks! Yes, I suppose you're right about the cable. I guess I just feel
"safer" with it, and I usually have some around the house.


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Wayne Boatwright
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