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Chapter 18:
Electrical
The electrical plan shows the location of all Chapter Contents
electrical objects such as lights, switches, • Electrical Defaults
outlets, smoke detectors and vent fans. Basic • The Electrical Tools
wiring diagrams show which objects share • Placing Electrical Objects
circuits and the locations of the controlling • Auto Place Outlets
switches. • Creating Wiring Schematics
Electrical objects can be displayed in 2D and • Electrical Library Content
3D views. Some electrical light fixtures also • Displaying Electrical Objects
add light sources to 3D and ray trace views. • Editing Electrical Objects
See “Lighting” on page 1090. • Electrical Service Specification Dialog
• Electrical Schedules
Usually, the electrical plan is one of the last
additions to a plan since the position of most
electrical objects is determined by the
location of walls, cabinets and other objects.
Building requirements vary throughout
the country and around the world. It is
your responsibility to comply with local codes.
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