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Re: lighting across a pool.

Danny Rollingstone

11 years ago

For obvious reasons this is not permitted in most places. The photo Look great but not safe.

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User
11 years ago
I would bet that these are high enough to be permitted in most places. Just don't attempt this without a qualified electrician, as some things are not what they appear, and a low voltage system may not be allowed.

NEC 680.22
(C) Luminaires, Lighting Outlets, and Ceiling-Suspended (Paddle) Fans Luminaires, Lighting Outlets, and Ceiling-Suspended (Paddle) Fans.
(1) New Outdoor Installation Clearances. In outdoor pool areas, luminaires, lighting outlets, and ceilingsuspended (paddle) fans installed above the pool or the area extending 1.5 m (5 ft) horizontally from the inside walls of the pool shall be installed at a height not less than 3.7 m (12 ft) above the maximum water level of the pool.

http://freenec.com/T538.html
Arely Torres
10 years ago
Then don't do it!
D A N O
9 years ago
Are the lights solar?

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