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watkin1302
Hi Iam not an electriacian, however I had one come yesterday and my stupid landlord won't listen to what he has to say, but I dont understand so need you to tell me - is it dangerous (sounds it to me!)
So he came to check my washing machine (he's a British Gas electrician) and he tested before he looked at it. This is what he wrote:
Earth Loop Impedance to High. No RCD Protection (PME required) DO NOT use washer.
When he was testing it, he said something about it should do something at 400 (i think, trip?) but he was putting 4000 thru and it wasnt doing what it should.
He said if the washer drum touches the element and I am touching it ot what ever cos its not earthing right it will electrocute me.
So I told my landlord this and he says it is nonsense as he has a certificate saying its all safe, but I am unhappy thinking I can get shocked.....it is an old house by the way.
SO please could someone explain what he has written means, so I can tell the landlord! I am 8 weeks off having a baby and this is the last thing I need - I just want the house safe!
Thank you EVER so much
Lisa
So he came to check my washing machine (he's a British Gas electrician) and he tested before he looked at it. This is what he wrote:
Earth Loop Impedance to High. No RCD Protection (PME required) DO NOT use washer.
When he was testing it, he said something about it should do something at 400 (i think, trip?) but he was putting 4000 thru and it wasnt doing what it should.
He said if the washer drum touches the element and I am touching it ot what ever cos its not earthing right it will electrocute me.
So I told my landlord this and he says it is nonsense as he has a certificate saying its all safe, but I am unhappy thinking I can get shocked.....it is an old house by the way.
SO please could someone explain what he has written means, so I can tell the landlord! I am 8 weeks off having a baby and this is the last thing I need - I just want the house safe!
Thank you EVER so much
Lisa