Panel clearance issue and kitchen GFCI outlets
diagnostic job
Appointment6/22/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Diagnostic fee$0.00
NotesCustomer reports electrical panel (Murray with Bryant breakers) located in front of washer without proper working clearances per contractor report. Additionally, two kitchen outlets identified as lacking GFCI protection.
Diagnostic Agreement
Diagnostic plan
Intake notes
Referred by previous customer. YES contractor identified clearance and GFCI issues in report. Customer owned home 40 years, washer/panel configuration existed when purchased. Customer interested in moving panel one stud bay. Murray panel with Bryant breakers present.
Check steps
- Measure and document working clearances around Murray load center per NEC requirements
- Verify panel condition and compatibility of Bryant breakers in Murray panel
- Identify all kitchen receptacles and verify GFCI protection status
- Assess feasibility of relocating panel one stud bay including service entrance cable length, conduit runs, and structural considerations
- Review YES contractor report if available onsite
Photos to capture
- Current panel location showing washer proximity
- Panel interior showing Murray equipment and Bryant breakers
- Kitchen receptacles identified as non-GFCI protected
- Proposed panel relocation area
- Service entrance configuration
Likely causes
- Panel installed before washer or washer added later reducing clearance
- Kitchen receptacles predate GFCI requirements or were missed during previous work
- Possible mixing of Murray panel with Bryant breakers may present compatibility concern
Workflow
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