GFCI Circuit Breaker for 240Volt Beer Keg Cleaning Equipment
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Can you put a GFCI breaker on a circuit that has an SO Cord with an L6-30 plug on it? The equipment has a heater element that is used in cleaning beer kegs. © By: Dave Rongey |
240 Volt GFCI Circuit Breaker
Electrical Question: Can a GFCI Breaker be used for 240Volt equipment?
Can you put a GFCI breaker on a circuit that has an SO cord with an L6-30 plug on it. The 2 pole GFCI Breaker can is with the neutral pigtail, but no neutral is used with this equipment. The equipment has a heater element that is used in cleaning beer kegs.
This electrical wiring question came from Jim, a Handyman in Clayton, Delaware.
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Dave’s Reply:
Thanks for your electrical wiring question Jim.
GFCI Breaker for a 240Volt Outlet
Application: GFCI Breaker for a 240Volt Outlet.
Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced. This electrical work is best performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor.
Electrical Tools Required: Basic Electricians Pouch Hand Tools, Voltage Tester, and appropriate Safety Gear.
Estimated Time: Depends on the personal level experience, ability to work with tools, install electrical circuit wiring, and the available access to the project area.
Electrical Safety: Identify the electrical power source to the GFCI Outlet, turn it OFF and Tag with a Note before working with the electrical wiring.
Electrical Wiring Parts and Materials: Electrical parts and materials for the GFCI Outlet should be approved for the specific project and compliant with local and national electrical codes.
Electrical Codes and Inspections: Installing or changing home electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes as adopted in Clayton, Delaware. A permit and inspections may also be required.
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