Service entrace conductors run from the service drop to the service box or
service panel. True or False? -
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True
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The service size is determined by the amperage and the voltage ratings of the
service. -
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True
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Is the service drop overhead or underground? -
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Overhead
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Are service laterals overhead or underground? -
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, Underground
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The drip loop is typically part of the service drop. True or False? -
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False
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The wire size for the service drop must be the same as the wire size for the
service entrance conductors. True or False? -
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False
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How many wires would you typically find in a 240-volt service drop? -
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3
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What would 4 wires mean? -
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3-phase electricity
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2
, What would 2 wires usually mean? -
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120 volt service
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List 7 common problems with service drops. -
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1. Overhead wires too low.
2. Damaged or frayed wires.
3. Trees or vines interfering with wires.
4. Wires too close to doors or windows.
5. Wires not well-secured to the house.
6. Poor connection between service drop and service entrance.
7. Inadequate clearance from roofs.
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List clearances above ground, swimming pools, and roofs. -
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above roadway--18 ft.
above driveway--12 ft.
above flat roof--8 to 10 ft.
above sloped roof--18 inches
away from water in swimming pool--22.5 ft
3 ft. above sloped roof with pitch > 4 in 12
above walkway--10 ft.
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The service entrance conductors run from the _________ to the ___________. -
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service drop to service box
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All service entrance conductors must be in conduit. True or False? -
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False
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All service entrance conductors must be attached above roof level. True or
False? -
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False
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The drip loop should be as close to the roof as possible. True or False? -
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False
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List 10 common problems with service entrance conductors. -
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1. No drip loop
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