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    Doncrise Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Apr 2, 2015, 06:33 AM
    Receptacle, gfi, switch wiring
    I have a empty double gang box on my patio with 12/2 running to it. I have power to that point.
    I have PVC pipe running under ground approx 30 ft away which has 12/2 run through it.
    What I'd like to do is put a outlet and switch in that double gang box. Receptacle first and then switch that would tie into that underground ran wire where a gfi would be.
    Ideal is to have an outlet on patio and a switch that would control a fountain pump which would be plugged into a gfi.
    How do I do this? I basically need to know how to wire a powered 12/2 wire into a receptacle then a switch into a gfi. Thank you
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    Apr 2, 2015, 02:23 PM
    It would make sense to have the outlet in the double gang box be a GFI version, and then power the switch and fountain pump from the load side of the GFI so that everything outside is properly protected in case of ground faults anywhere.
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    Apr 3, 2015, 04:28 AM
    be aware if the 12/2 in the underground conduit you are referring to is Romex, you should consider replacing it. Romex is not permitted in wet locations like underground conduits.
    It may last a long time but it is not appropriate...

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