I am an expert at what I do. I am interpreting the code book as I read it. So maybe Mike Holt (I've read many of his books) may be wrong; or is simply following the example in the Annex of the NEC.
Read Article 220.42. The title of this code is "General Lighting." It states, "The demand factors specified in Table 220.42 shall apply to that portion of the total branch-circuit load calculated for general illumination.
The code does not define "General Illumination." The only place in the code where General Illumination is defined somewhat is Table 220.12, footnote 'a', see 220.14(J), which states general lighting load includes all general use receptacles, outdoor outlets, and basement/garage/accessory building outlets.
So......I am interpreting the code just as it says. I believe Table 220.42 does not include Small Appliances and Laundry load.
I see the examples in the Annex of the code. The demand factors include the small appliance and laundry load.
I think the code should be revised or edited to be more clear. Article 220.42 should state the demand factors include the small appliance load, not just "General Illumination."
I should write the code making panel. Need to find that form.
Read Article 220.42. The title of this code is "General Lighting." It states, "The demand factors specified in Table 220.42 shall apply to that portion of the total branch-circuit load calculated for general illumination.
The code does not define "General Illumination." The only place in the code where General Illumination is defined somewhat is Table 220.12, footnote 'a', see 220.14(J), which states general lighting load includes all general use receptacles, outdoor outlets, and basement/garage/accessory building outlets.
So......I am interpreting the code just as it says. I believe Table 220.42 does not include Small Appliances and Laundry load.
I see the examples in the Annex of the code. The demand factors include the small appliance and laundry load.
I think the code should be revised or edited to be more clear. Article 220.42 should state the demand factors include the small appliance load, not just "General Illumination."
I should write the code making panel. Need to find that form.
