Current code suggests a dedicated line run to the breaker box for use with the dishwasher.
Dishwasher electrical code 2017.
The code requirements listed here are based on the 2017 nec.
Alford inspection services director rich meell electrical code official the 2017 seattle electrical code sec wouldn t be possible without the hard work of many people in our community.
Most local codes follow the national electrical code nec but there can be variances.
See the actual nec text at nfpa org for the complete code section.
A new informational note was added alerting the user to the face that gfci protection requirements for appliances are now contained in code 422 5 rather than code 210 8.
Most of it however originates from people who work in the field.
The first is the hot water which usually comes via an outlet on the shutoff valve for the kitchen.
Below is a preview of the nec.
The national electrical code defines a wet location as an area that is subject to saturation with water or other liquids and unprotected locations exposed to the weather.
A hard wired connection for a dishwasher is an outlet and gfci protection would still be required.
2008 nec indicates that the kitchen should have two 20 amp counter top circuits to run small appliances so you can run a microwave and a toaster at the same time the nec also says that those circuits should not be used for anything else.
Installing a dishwasher requires three separate connections.
Below is a preview of the nec.
The local code always takes precedence over the nec when there are differences so be sure to check with your local building department for the specific code requirements for your situation.
As well new item 6 states that the receptacle for a built in dishwasher shall be located in the space adjacent to the space occupied by the dishwasher.
Once there click on their link to free access to the 2017 nec edition of nfpa 70.
Electricians contractors and other industry professionals.
The national electric code has another definition for damp locations that is more subjective but if you think the receptacle is going to get wet use an in use.
New gfci code changes in the 2017 national electric code nec gfci requirements have been added to the nec every code cycle since 1971.
Electrical code basics and recommended practices for kitchen renovation often seem like pointless rules cooked up in an office boardroom as electrical code eventually does get hammered out across conference tables.
