AC disconnect

[Robert Jones]

Is there a reference for the location of a disconnect box associated with an AC unit? This one seemed awful high and non accessible without a ladder. Does that matter?

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[mgbinspect]

Whew! That condensing unit is working overtime trying to get anything done in that cramped space - ouch!

[Robert Jones]

From what I was told, the a.c. wasn't working, go figure. Actually just past the unit and to the right is a large walkway area. That is a separate shop type building on the side of the home.

[John Kogel]

To sort of answer your question, the disconnect needs to be readily accessible, and that one is not. I would call it out for repair.

[Brandon Whitmore]

There's gotta be a 30x36" working space, the conduit needs to be secured into place near the disconnect, and the disconnect shouldn't be over 6'8" or 6'7" (metric according to Jim). above the ground.

[rbaake]

I called this same issue out last week (main disconnect in panel). I agree, 6'7" is what I told the client. But not sure if that applies to AC shut-offs or not?

[Jim Katen]

The disconnect has to be readily accessible. Readily Accessible is defined as: Capable of being reached quickly for operation, renewal, or inspections without requiring those to whom ready access is requisite to climb over or remove obstacles or to resort to portable ladders, and so forth.