Q. Exposed non-current-carrying metal parts of small wind electric systems, such as towers, turbine nacelles, other equipment, and conductor enclosures shall be connected to an equipment grounding conductor [in accordance with 250.134 or 250.136(A)] at what voltage level?
A. All voltage levels
B. 50V or more
C. 600V or more
D. 1,000V or more
Answer: A
As noted in Sec. 694.40(A) of the 2011 NEC, exposed non-current-carrying metal parts of small wind electric systems, such as towers, turbine nacelles, other equipment, and conductor enclosures shall be connected to an equipment grounding conductor in accordance with 250.134 or 250.136(A) regardless of voltage.
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