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Which appliance did the 2023 NEC newly require GFCI protection for (150V or less to ground, 60A or less)?

Clothes dryers (and ranges, ovens, microwaves) joined the GFCI list.

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  1. Clothes dryer ✔
  2. Ceiling fan
  3. Doorbell transformer

Why: Section 210.8(D) now covers more appliances. Electric ranges, wall ovens, counter-mounted cooking units, clothes dryers and microwave ovens were added.

Huh, didn't know that: The rule applies whether the appliance is hardwired or cord and plug connected.

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Why did the dryer get a GFCI? It was tired of getting shocking results.
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Answer: Clothes dryer. Section 210.8(D) now covers more appliances. Electric ranges, wall ovens, counter-mounted cooking units, clothes dryers and microwave ovens were added.

  1. EC&M: Top Changes to the 2023 NEC (Mike Holt) ecmweb.com/national-electrical-code/article/21254614/top-changes-to-the-2023-national-electrical-code
    GFCI protection is required for the outlet supplying the following appliances rated 150V or less to ground, 60A or less
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. Minnesota DLI: 2023 NEC Residential Inspection Checklist www.dli.mn.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/eli_inspection_checklist2023NEC.pdf
    electric ranges, wall-mounted ovens, counter-mounted cooking units, clothes dryers, and microwave ovens
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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