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197 Wellesley Crescent, Redwood City, CA 94062 <br /> Page 9 of 18 <br /> Electrical <br /> ITEM DESCRIPTIONS: IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII 200 01602 20 505 - <br /> Service •120/240 volt main service <br /> Service Entrance •Overhead <br /> Service Ground <br /> Main Disconnect •Copper•Water pipe <br /> •Breakers•Main Service Rating: 100&50 Amps <br /> Main Distribution Panel •Breakers•Location: Front <br /> Branch/Auxiliary Panel •Breakers•Location:Basement <br /> Distribution Wiring •Copper•Knob and Tube <br /> Outlets •Grounded/Ungrounded <br /> Ground Fault Circuit •Bathroom•Panel <br /> Interrupters <br /> COMMENTS: <br /> Dedicated 220 volt circuits have been provided for a1I"220 volt appliances within the home. <br /> Evidence of remodeling or modifications to the electrical system were evident. Inquire with the owner as to their nature and <br /> any permits that may have been necessary. Evaluation of permits, identifying the extent of modifications and code <br /> compliance are beyond the scope of this inspection. <br /> Inspection of the electrical system revealed the need for several improvements. Unsafe electrical conditions represent a <br /> shock hazard.A licensed electrician should be consulted to undertake the improvements recommended below. <br /> RECOMMENDATIONS/OBSERVATIONS-'!'indicates an immediate improvement recommendation item. <br /> ! • The damaged or loose light fixture at the rear bedroom closet should be repaired or replaced as necessary. <br /> • We tested a representative number of switches and found several to be without an obvious function (Possibly for <br /> switched wall outlets). This is not necessarily a deficiency, but we suggest consultation with the owner and/or a <br /> testing of the outlets and switches at night. <br /> • There are no receptacles in the 1/2 bathroom. This does not meet present standards. While not required, up radin <br /> by installation of electrical receptacles in accordance with present standards might be considered. g g <br /> • Knob and tube wiring is in use in this building. This is an outdated system, but is not necessarily hazardous simply <br /> because it is old. However, primarily because the knob and tube circuits are generally not grounded, and because of <br /> its age, we recommend replacement of the older wiring over time, as upgrades and maintenance projects are <br /> undertaken. <br /> • The circuitry in the branch/auxiliary panel is not labeled. We recommend this be corrected to allow individuals <br /> unfamiliar with the equipment to operate it properly when and if necessary. <br /> ! • The neutrals have been connected directly to the branch/auxilary panel. <br /> the possible failure of the grounding system. We recommend the neutral be This <br /> isolated pfr m the metal panel.configuration because of ed <br /> ! • The neutral and the ground are bonded together in the branch/auxiliary <br /> because of possible failure of the grounding system. We recommend the neutral This <br /> nd the tgro ground be separated. <br /> tion <br /> ! • Exposed or improper electrical connections at the crawl space should be improved. All electrical connections should <br /> be made inside junction boxes fitted with cover plates. <br /> ! • An exterior light fixture at the left side overhang is loose. It should be repaired. <br /> ! • Abandoned wiring was noted in the various areas of the crawl space. We recommend the wiring be disconnected at its <br /> source or terminated in a approved manner in a covered junction box. <br /> • Abandoned wiring was noted at the left side overhang. We recommend the wiring be disconnected at its source or <br /> terminated in a approved manner in a covered junction box. <br /> ! • We found exposed exterior wiring at the front fence posts. Even if insulataJ�4pgq CITY OF REDWOOD CITY <br /> conduit or otherwise protected in accordance with present standards, does hereby certify that the,above d� oing is a full t <br /> � ��F�do111City <br /> • Tree limbs should be cut back from the electrical service entrance wires. pis work show d <br /> with the utility provider. � e by or coordinated <br /> • Loose, sagging In witness Whereo 1 have herc ' set y hand and <br /> gging or unsecured conduit at the left side overhang wall should be prone •'r- p, <br /> -- ••us City Clerk I <br /> © 2000 Homeguard, Incorporated 1 V'A"��v '� <br /> 2 .01 .1,L9EE6S <br /> Repo' xewad di_n :cn rr, <br />