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    Nov 4, 2008, 06:06 AM
    Recessed lighting
    My living room is on a 15 amp breaker. 1 ceiling fan and 11 outlets. Can I pull power from 1 outlet and install 2 3" recessed lights over my bookshelves? Also if this application is acceptable, can I use romex wire to make the connections?
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    Nov 4, 2008, 06:17 AM

    Sure, maybe to a switch first?
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    Nov 4, 2008, 11:22 AM

    A word of caution. If the cans are going to be surrounded by insulation make sure you get the correct fixture. Some fixtures require that they not be covered by insulation and others do not have that restriction.
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    Nov 5, 2008, 05:44 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by donf View Post
    A word of caution. If the cans are going to be surrounded by insulation make sure you get the correct fixture. Some fixtures require that they not be covered by insulation and others do not have that restriction.
    I think a 3 " recessed only comes in non-ic. Can I just move the insulation? Also will the breaker hold this load, or should I go with a low voltage light?
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    Nov 5, 2008, 07:07 AM

    I believe that the breaker will be fine, providing that you have completed a reasonably decent analysis of the load.

    Yes, you can move the insulation away from the cans. Make sure the insulation is at least 2" away in all directions from each can.
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    Nov 5, 2008, 08:20 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by donf View Post
    I believe that the breaker will be fine, providing that you have completed a reasonably decent analysis of the load.

    Yes, you can move the insulation away from the cans. Make sure the insulation is at least 2" away in all directions from each can.
    Thanks, I appreciate your help
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    Nov 5, 2008, 09:06 AM
    If your fixture is NON-IC Rated, by reviewing the installation instructions, you will discover that any insulation must be a minimum of THREE inches away, in all directions, thus complying with NEC 2008 Section 410.116 (B).
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    Nov 5, 2008, 09:10 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by tkrussell View Post
    If your fixture is NON-IC Rated, by reviewing the installation instructions, you will discover that any insulation must be a minimum of THREE inches away, in all directions, thus complying with NEC 2008 Section 410.116 (B).
    Should I go with a low voltage light? I have the ceiling fan with light, TV, cable box, dvd player, and plug in the vacuum cleaner to clean.
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    Nov 5, 2008, 03:08 PM
    What difference will a low voltage light make? A watt is a watt and heat is heat.
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    Nov 6, 2008, 05:05 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by stanfortyman View Post
    What difference will a low voltage light make? A watt is a watt and heat is heat.
    Hey stan I appreciate your advise. I was thinking maybe low voltage would be less load on the breaker, but you make a good point . Thanks again for your help
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