joshimoto
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Hi folks, DIYer here, hoping for some advice before most likely calling in a spark. I'm looking to wire in new cooker and hob (separate units). Max draw 3.5kW and 7kW respectively. I believe the circuit is radial from consumer unit (32A RCD) to 45A DP switch plus socket. Have done diversity calcs and got 25.125A which seems sufficient for the switch. Looking at the cable it seems to be 6242Y 2x10+4 mm to and from the switch over about 18m or so, runs through roof space and down behind plaster wall.
However, at some point in the past the cable has been cut, then joined to 2.5 t&e in a connector box with 3 double sockets spurred off, as well as a fused switch to an external oil boiler through the wall outside. All of this seems to be on the cooker circuit - i.e. switching off the cooker switch isolates all of the above. I've got the impression this doesn't seem right and am looking at ways of rectifying for safety. As I say above, most likely will get in a qualified electrician, but the 2.5mm spurs and boiler connection are giving me concern. Looking at fitting FCUs or a Dual cooker connection unit to the appliances as they'll both be hard wired. Any advice greatly appreciated
However, at some point in the past the cable has been cut, then joined to 2.5 t&e in a connector box with 3 double sockets spurred off, as well as a fused switch to an external oil boiler through the wall outside. All of this seems to be on the cooker circuit - i.e. switching off the cooker switch isolates all of the above. I've got the impression this doesn't seem right and am looking at ways of rectifying for safety. As I say above, most likely will get in a qualified electrician, but the 2.5mm spurs and boiler connection are giving me concern. Looking at fitting FCUs or a Dual cooker connection unit to the appliances as they'll both be hard wired. Any advice greatly appreciated