Rule 870 Section 230.85 is added to the code to read as follows:
230.85 Emergency disconnects. For 1- and 2-family dwelling units, an emergency disconnecting means shall be installed.
(A) General.
(1) Location. The disconnecting means shall be installed in a readily accessible outdoor location on or within sight of the dwelling unit.
Exception: Where the requirements of section 225.41 are met, this section shall not apply.
(2) Rating. The disconnecting means shall have a short-circuit current rating equal to or greater than the available fault current.
(3) Grouping. If more than 1 disconnecting means are provided, they shall be grouped.
(B) Disconnects. Each disconnect shall be a service disconnect.
(C) Replacement. Where service equipment is replaced, all of the requirements of this section shall apply.
Exception: Where only meter sockets, service entrance conductors, or related raceways and fittings are replaced, the requirements of this section shall not apply.
(D) Identification of other isolation disconnects. Where equipment for isolation of other energy source systems is not located adjacent to the emergency disconnect required by this section, a plaque or directory identifying the location of all equipment for isolation of other energy sources shall be located adjacent to the disconnecting means required by this section.
(E) Marking.
(1) Marking text. The service disconnecting means shall be marked as follows: “EMERGENCY DISCONNECT, SERVICE DISCONNECT”.
Refer to the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs 2023 Michigan electrical code rules part 8 to answer the question below.
Which of the following is true regarding emergency disconnects in Michigan?
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