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    Dec 9, 2010, 05:30 PM
    Lutron Home Works and Arc-Fault breaker
    By new code all bedrooms lights need to be on Arc-fault breaker. Did anybody try did that thing (Lutron homeworks modules on arc- fault breaker) because, I'm curious if breaker is not tripping.
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    Dec 10, 2010, 03:29 AM
    We know that bedrooms, along with living rooms, hallways, and more, need to be arc fault protected.

    Please explain about the Lutron thing you mention.
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    Dec 12, 2010, 09:46 AM

    We installing Lutron HomeWorks panels to control lights entire apartment, and I wonder if Arc-Fault breaker is not going to trip because of neutrals, and distance between.
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    Dec 12, 2010, 10:00 AM

    You do know that if you are doing work in an apartment, most often only a licensed electrician is authorized to do the work.

    Did you check with your local authority having jurisdiction to make sure you are allowed to do the work yourself?
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