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that required by 240.4(D)(1) through (D)(8) after any

correction factors for ambient temperature and number of

conductors have been applied.

(3) 14 AWG Copper-Clad Aluminum. 10 amperes,

provided all the following conditions are met:

(1) Continuous loads do not exceed 8 amperes

(2) Overcurrent protection is provided by one of

the following:

a. Branch-circuit-rated circuit breakers are listed and marked

for use with 14 AWG copper-clad aluminum conductor.

b. Branch-circuit-rated fuses are listed and marked for use

with 14 AWG copper-clad aluminum conductor.

Article 310 Conductors for General Wiring

310.3 Conductors.

(A) Minimum Size of Conductors. The minimum size of

conductors for voltage ratings up to and including 2000 volts

shall be 14 AWG copper, 12 AWG copper-clad aluminum,

or 12 AWG aluminum, except as permitted elsewhere in this

Code.

(B) Conductor Material. Conductors in this article shall

be of copper, aluminum, or copper-clad aluminum, unless

otherwise specied. Aluminum and copper-clad aluminum

shall comply with the following; (see NEC text)

Article 406 Receptacles, Cord Connectors, and

Attachment Plugs (Caps)

406.3 Receptacle Rating and Type.

Leviton Note: See 406.3 later in this guide for complete text

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