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Does a light fixture have to be grounded to both the box and the mounting strap?
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∙ 14y ago
Simple question, simple answer: yes. Wiring Codes or Regulations do not like a plain mechanical connection (mounting strap to box) when use of a proper wire-to-wire connection is available.
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