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    jcarpen763 Posts: 4, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 29, 2008, 10:23 AM
    Hot water switch
    I am installing a new water heater out of sight of the main panel. I plan on using
    A 30A on and off switch.
    Is this up to code or do I need a disconnect ?
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    Mar 29, 2008, 12:41 PM
    You don't need a disconnect.
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    Mar 29, 2008, 12:50 PM
    You DO need some form of disconnect. In your case the easiest (and cheapest) is a common 60A pull-out type non-fused disconnect.
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    Mar 29, 2008, 01:52 PM
    Doesn't the switch count as a disconnect?
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    Mar 29, 2008, 04:58 PM
    As long as the switch is a two pole and is within sight of the unit it is.
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    Mar 29, 2008, 05:35 PM
    He said he was planing on using a 30 Amp switch, thinking he was putting near Water Heater. Was hoping he meant 2 pole as 2 pole switch is only way to secure ALL(both) live wires. I shouldn't assume, curious now if he has 1 or 2 pole switch.
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    Mar 29, 2008, 06:44 PM
    I apologize if I missunderstood. I thought he was asking if he needed a disconnect at all.
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