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Article 400-490 Part07

This quiz consists of 50 carefully selected questions covering NEC Articles 400 through 490, which provide critical guidelines for flexible cords and cables (Article 400), switchgear and control equipment (Article 409), and installations operating above 1000 volts (Article 490). These sections of the National Electrical Code focus on safety, material specifications, and proper installation practices.

The randomly generated questions ensure a thorough assessment of your understanding, reinforcing key principles related to permitted uses of flexible cords, ampacity ratings, industrial control panels, and high-voltage equipment requirements. Some topics may reappear in different contexts to strengthen comprehension and application.

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Think about the standardized method used for motor calculations, which ensures consistency across installations.

1 / 50

In determining the highest rated motor for purposes of complying with 430.24, 430.53(B), and 430.53(C), the highest rated motor shall be based on the rated full-load current as selected from _______.

Consider how electrical components are certified for their intended application, ensuring they meet safety and performance standards.

2 / 50

Power distribution blocks installed on the line side of the service equipment shall be __ “suitable for use on the line side of service equipment” or equivalent.

Think about the specific categories of electrical devices that require GFCI protection beyond branch circuits.

3 / 50

Requirements for branch-circuit GFCI protection for personnel are contained in 210.8 and requirements for _____ are contained in 422.5(A).

Think about the safety measures that can be used when there is no equipment grounding conductor available.

4 / 50

A snap switch that does not have means for connection to an equipment grounding conductor shall be permitted for replacement purposes only where the wiring method does not include an equipment grounding conductor and the switch is ________.

Think about the exceptions noted in the NEC regarding the replacement of non-grounding receptacles.

5 / 50

Listed tamper-resistant receptacles must be provided when replacing receptacle outlets that are required to be tamper-resistant according to this Code, except when a non-grounding receptacle is replaced with ______.

Think about whether lighting tracks are meant to supply power for general electrical devices or only for specific lighting loads.

6 / 50

Lighting track fittings can be equipped with general-purpose receptacles.

Consider whether having a disconnecting means within sight of the building would make an additional disconnect necessary.

7 / 50

If a generator for emergency system power located outdoors is equipped with a readily accessible disconnecting means in accordance with 445.18 and the disconnecting means is located within sight (within 50 ft) of the building/structure, an additional disconnecting means isn’t required on or at the building/structure for the generator feeder conductors that serve or pass through the building/structure.

Consider the specific listing required for receptacles used in locations exposed to moisture or weather conditions.

8 / 50

Nonlocking 15A and 20A, 125V and 250V receptacles installed in damp locations shall be listed as ______.

Think about the specific restrictions in the NEC regarding the installation of flexible cords in various building structures.

9 / 50

Flexible cord sets and power-supply cords must not be used in locations where they are ______.

Consider the importance of accessibility in electrical disconnects, especially in motor circuits where multiple disconnects may be present.

10 / 50

Where more than one motor disconnecting means is provided in the same motor branch circuit, at least one of the disconnecting means shall be readily accessible.

Consider the types of locations where flexible cords are not permitted to ensure safety and compliance with the NEC.

11 / 50

Flexible cord sets and power-supply cords must not be used in locations such as ______.

Think about the ampacity rating that typically applies to receptacles designed for aluminum wiring, where the C0/ALR marking is required.

12 / 50

Receptacles rated ___________ or less and designed for the direct connection of aluminum conductors shall be listed and marked C0/ALR.

Consider the operational states where it is critical to maintain the integrity of the equipment grounding conductor.

13 / 50

Effective January 1, 2020, electronic lighting control switches must not introduce current on the equipment grounding conductor during ______ operation.

Consider which conductors need to be completely disconnected to safely de-energize the load.

14 / 50

When in the off position, a switching device with a marked OFF position shall completely disconnect all _____ conductors of the load it controls.

Consider the different clearance requirements based on the type of luminaire and its installation method.

15 / 50

Luminaires shall maintain a minimum clearance from the closet storage space of ___________.

Think about the requirements that ensure the safe and proper disconnection of fluorescent luminaires for maintenance or repair.

16 / 50

When the fluorescent luminaire disconnecting means for fluorescent luminaires that utilize double-ended lamps (typical fluorescent lamps) is external to the luminaire, it shall be _______.

Consider which types of transformers are exceptions to the accessibility requirement for maintenance and inspection.

17 / 50

Transformers and transformer vaults shall be readily accessible to qualified personnel for inspection and maintenance, except _________.

Consider the maximum allowable voltage between adjacent devices when they are grouped in the same enclosure.

18 / 50

Snap switches shall not be grouped or ganged in enclosures unless the voltage between adjacent devices does not exceed _________.

Consider what type of closures are specifically designed and approved for closing unused openings in panelboards and switchboards.

19 / 50

Unused openings for circuit breakers and switches in switchboards and panelboards shall be closed using ______ or other approved means that provide protection substantially equivalent to the wall of the enclosure.

Consider whether intrinsically safe apparatus can be installed in multiple hazardous locations if properly identified.

20 / 50

NEC Article 504.10 permits intrinsically safe apparatus and associated apparatus to be installed in any hazardous (classified) location for which they have been identified, ensuring safe operation in those environments.

Think about what action a disconnecting means should not perform automatically to prevent potential safety hazards.

21 / 50

The disconnecting means for a motor controller shall be designed so that it cannot _______ automatically.

Consider the necessary standards and construction requirements for receptacles designed to handle Class 2 circuits.

22 / 50

A 125V, 15A, or 20A receptacle that additionally provides Class 2 power shall be ______ such that the Class 2 circuitry is integral with the receptacle (406.3(F)).

Consider the scope of NEC Article 400 and its focus on flexible wiring methods.

23 / 50

Article 400 outlines the general requirements, applications, and construction specifications for flexible cords and flexible cables.

Think about the type of receptacle that must be used when there is a grounding means available within the receptacle enclosure.

24 / 50

Where a grounding means exists in the receptacle enclosure, a(n) _______-type receptacle shall be used.

Consider the requirement for quick and easy access to the disconnecting means for stationary battery systems.

25 / 50

A(n) _______ disconnecting means is required within sight of the storage battery for all ungrounded stationary battery system conductors operating at over 60V DC.

Consider whether outdoor lighting installations can use natural structures like trees as a support method.

26 / 50

Outdoor luminaires and associated equipment can be supported by trees.

Consider what needs to be done regularly after installation to ensure the luminaires continue to function properly over time.

27 / 50

Coves for luminaires shall be located so that the lamps and equipment can be properly installed and _______.

Think about whether equipment rated for more extreme conditions can be used in less extreme environments.

28 / 50

A luminaire marked “Suitable for Wet Locations” _______ be permitted to be used in a damp location.

Think about the specific NEC regulations regarding the placement of flexible cords in relation to suspended or dropped ceilings.

29 / 50

Flexible cord sets and power-supply cords are not permitted above suspended or dropped ceilings, even if they are contained within an enclosure for use in “other spaces used for environmental air.”

Consider the roles a storage battery can play in control systems or as part of a generator set.

30 / 50

Where a storage battery is used for control or ____ , it shall be suitable for the purpose and shall be equipped with an automatic charging means independent of the generator set.

Consider the device needed to safely disconnect the motor from power that must be visible from both the motor and the machinery it drives.

31 / 50

A ______ shall be located in sight from the motor location and the driven machinery location.

Consider the type of lamp required to ensure safe operation and reduce the risk of lamp failure in metal halide luminaires.

32 / 50

Luminaires containing a metal halide lamp (other than a thick-glass PAR lamp) shall be provided with a containment barrier that encloses the lamp, or shall be provided with a physical means that only allows the use of a(n) _______.

Think about the percentage of the switch’s rating that the motor’s full-load current must not exceed for safe operation.

33 / 50

For stationary motors of 2 hp or less and 300V or less on AC circuits, the controller can be an AC-rated only general-use snap switch where the motor full-load current rating is not more than _______ percent of the rating of the switch.

Think about the wide range of lighting equipment and accessories that fall under Article 410, especially those used in decorative and seasonal lighting installations.

34 / 50

Article 410 covers luminaires, portable luminaires, lampholders, pendants, incandescent filament lamps, arc lamps, electric discharge lamps, and __________, and the wiring and equipment forming part of such products and lighting installations.

Consider what surfaces are allowed for motor installations when considering the potential for sparks.

35 / 50

Open motors having commutators or collector rings shall be located or protected so that sparks cannot reach adjacent combustible materials. This shall not prohibit the installation of these motors ______.

Consider the clearance required to reduce the risk of contact between the luminaire and flammable storage materials.

36 / 50

Surface-mounted fluorescent luminaires in clothes closets shall be permitted on the wall above the door, or on the ceiling, provided there is a minimum clearance of ______ inches between the luminaire and the nearest point of a storage space.

Consider when an attachment plug and receptacle can act as a disconnect for appliances like room air conditioners.

37 / 50

An attachment plug and receptacle can serve as the disconnecting means for a single-phase room air conditioner rated 250V or less if _______.

Think about the position of a switch that would fully disconnect the appliance from power.

38 / 50

Appliances that have a unit switch with a marked-_______ position that disconnects all the ungrounded conductors can serve as the appliance disconnecting means.

Consider the types of wiring systems that are intended to provide permanent connections in electrical installations.

39 / 50

Flexible cord sets and power-supply cords must not be used as a substitute for ______ wiring.

Think about the support needed for a receptacle mounted on a cover to ensure it is securely fastened.

40 / 50

Receptacles mounted to and supported by a cover shall be secured by more than one screw unless listed and identified for securing by a single screw.

Think about the NEC guidelines regarding the application of flexible cords in environments where they may be exposed to damage.

41 / 50

Unless specifically permitted in 400.10, flexible cables, flexible cord sets, and power-supply cords must not be used in locations where they are subject to physical damage.

Think about the safety requirements for replacing non-grounding-type receptacles with GFCI receptacles and the equipment that requires grounding.

42 / 50

Where attachment to an equipment grounding conductor does not exist in the receptacle enclosure, a non-grounding-type receptacle(s) shall be permitted to be replaced with a GFCI-type receptacle(s) where supplied through a ground-fault circuit interrupter; however, some cord-and-plug-connected equipment or appliances require an equipment grounding conductor and are listed in 250.114.

Consider the types of devices that are used to manage or control power to receptacles in building systems.

43 / 50

All nonlocking-type, 125V, 15A, and 20A receptacles that are controlled by ______, or that incorporate control features that remove power from the receptacle for energy management or building automation, must be permanently marked with the word “controlled.”

Think about the general NEC requirements for electrical wiring and equipment and how they apply to storage battery systems unless specifically exempted.

44 / 50

Wiring and equipment supplied from storage batteries shall be in accordance with Chapters 1 through 4 of the NEC unless otherwise permitted by 480.6.

Think about what is needed to ensure proper cooling and maintenance access for motors.

45 / 50

Motors shall be located so that adequate ___ is provided and so that maintenance, such as lubrication of bearings and replacing of brushes, can be readily accomplished.

Think about whether each motor requires a separate controller for independent operation.

46 / 50

Each motor shall be provided with an individual controller.

Consider the types of devices that are allowed by the NEC to control motors when rated correctly in amperes.

47 / 50

A __________ rated in amperes shall be permitted as a controller for all motors.

Consider the common form of identification provided by manufacturers for electrical products like luminaires.

48 / 50

Luminaires shall be marked with the maximum lamp wattage or electrical rating, manufacturer’s _____, trademark, or other suitable means of identification.

Consider the minimum height requirement for lighting track installations to prevent accidental contact and physical damage.

49 / 50

Lighting track shall not be installed less than ______ feet above the finished floor except where protected from physical damage or where the track operates at less than 30V RMS, open-circuit voltage.

Think about how to identify a grounded conductor in a flexible cord, such as a lamp cord.

50 / 50

One conductor of flexible cords (such as a two-wire lamp cord) intended to be used as a(n) _______ conductor shall have a continuous marker readily distinguishing it from the other conductors. One means of identification is a set of grooves or a white or gray color on one conductor.

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