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  • Nov 12, 2010, 09:53 AM
    pitkeathly
    Adding a 100 amp disconnect
    If I add a 100 amp disconnect between my service entrance and my new 100 amp panel does the disconnect need to be fused?
  • Nov 12, 2010, 12:04 PM
    tkrussell
    Based on typical installations, and little details, I will say yes.
  • Nov 12, 2010, 03:27 PM
    ma0641
    All new installations, at least in Georgia, require a service disconnect outside the house, usually in the meter box. This way, emergency personnel can turn the power off without going inside i.e. fire. There should be a 100 Amp breaker in the disconnect.
  • Nov 12, 2010, 08:29 PM
    Missouri Bound

    May I ask why you are doing this? The main breaker serves as the disconnect. Are you moving the panel away from the service entrance?
  • Nov 13, 2010, 04:22 PM
    donf

    Not to waste any one's time, but if you install a main disconnect switch, the grounding system is affected and the panel would now require a four conductor feed and the removal of the main bonding jumper inside the panel.

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