Bathroom pull switch

[scott 123]

Changing a pull switch for shower is this notifiable cause it's a bathroom or mw

 

[telectrix]

like for like replacement is maintenance and as such not notifiable. a MWC is optional. but changing a pull switch for a shower is not good. you end up with 2 showers and no pull switches. :smilielol5::smilielol5::smilielol5:

 

[Octopus]

Changing a pull switch for shower is this notifiable cause it's a bathroom or mw

Me thinks you need to download and thoroughly read the aspects of Part P applicable to Wales.

 

[Andy78]

As tel says, a like for like is classed as maintenence. I would test the circuit as well and inspect to make sure the cable size, MCB size, and shower rating are all holding hands nicely.

 

[D Skelton]

Has the existing one melted then?

If so, I'd thoroughly recommend tidying up cables, thru crimping and then fitting a blanking plate to the patress. Saves exactly the same thing from happening again.

 

[Octopus]

Has the existing one melted then?

If so, I'd thoroughly recommend tidying up cables, thru crimping and then fitting a blanking plate to the patress. Saves exactly the same thing from happening again.

Or fitting a Crabtree 50A version - never seen one of these fail!

 

[shanky887614]

Or fitting a Crabtree 50A version - never seen one of these fail!

i have, not really failed just the switch doesnt always activate but ive only seen it once

 

[GMES]

Through crimp the cables job done :stuart:

 

[D Skelton]

Or fitting a Crabtree 50A version - never seen one of these fail!

I have to agree regarding the quality of those units, their screw terminals are however subject to the same expansion and contraction as the screw terminals in a cheap bakelite isolator, a by-product of the heat generated by the current (teaching you how to suck eggs I know Murdoch).

 

[Octopus]

I have to agree regarding the quality of those units, their screw terminals are however subject to the same expansion and contraction as the screw terminals in a cheap bakelite isolator, a by-product of the heat generated by the current (teaching you how to suck eggs I know Murdoch).

I think the reason they are "more robust" is down to the fact that that entire design allows the installer to use up to 10mm cable, and be able to tighten the screws properly, and not "disturb" the connections when the cover is screwed back on - unlike most other badly designed 45A pull switches!

 

[Andy78]

I think the reason they are "more robust" is down to the fact that that entire design allows the installer to use up to 10mm cable, and be able to tighten the screws properly, and not "disturb" the connections when the cover is screwed back on - unlike most other badly designed 45A pull switches!

That's exactly the problem with switches that require the "twist and shove" method of getting them on. You never know what state the termination is in after it's been screwed back. The amount of boxes I have cracked with bent 10mm conductors too.....
The Crabtree ones are perfect.

 

[telectrix]

i ihad to replace a crabtree the other week for a mate. it was fitted by me 16 years ago. not a bad run.

 

[dingledong]

Was that covered under your guarantee !

 

[telectrix]

was for a mate, so cost of switch + a couple of pints.

 

[Geordie Spark]

Was that covered under your guarantee !

Of course it was.

Guaranteed until the payment hit the bank.

 

[telectrix]

i give a lifetime guarantee. " if you don't use it, it won't ever wear out".