702 – Optional Standby Systems

702.7(A) – Sign Indicating Optional Standby Power Source

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A sign is required to be placed at the residential emergency disconnecting means required by 230.85 that indicates the location of each permanently installed on-site optional standby power source disconnect.

702.7 Signs. (Optional Standby Systems)

(A) Standby. A sign shall be placed at the service- entrance equipment for commercial and industrial installations that indicates the type and location of each on-site optional standby power source. For one- and two-family dwelling units, a sign shall not be required for individual unit equipment for standby illumination placed at the disconnecting means required in 230.85 that indicates the location of each permanently installed on-site optional standby power source disconnect or means to shut down the prime mover as required in 445.18(D).