Shouldn’t Do This, but…


Hi All,

I just finished moving into my new apartment. The landlord is a little touchy about certain things. For example, he was opposed to my wanting to store boxes in the basement, of all things. Today I spent the day unboxing stereo equipment. Anyhow, I have a Cruz First Maestro receptacle and I want to switch that out with the original  but I don’t have access to the fuse box in the basement. I’ve switched out receptacles with the electric on before but I hate doing it. Any advice or words of encouragement?

Thanks!

goofyfoot

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NEC 240 . 24 (B) says each occupant shall have ready access to all overcurrent devices supplying the occupancy 

NEC 240 . 24 (B) says each occupant shall have ready access to all overcurrent devices supplying the occupancy 

 

Sounds like there might be a lot of non compliant work down there.  Are you sure the building is a legal dwelling unit?  Check with your local government.