Is it OK to terminate switched fused spur with 13A socket?

[Pete999]

That's an interesting thought. The two new machines both have quite short mains cables, especially the washing machine.

With longer leads, I could consider installing all three sockets inside an adjacent tall larder unit. In that case, I guess I would just use switched sockets and forget about having DP isolation switches.

You could always get DP switched Sockets?

 

[ipf]

That's an interesting thought. The two new machines both have quite short mains cables, especially the washing machine.

With longer leads, I could consider installing all three sockets inside an adjacent tall larder unit. In that case, I guess I would just use switched sockets and forget about having DP isolation switches.

Well done.......I see the old grey matter has just kicked in.

 

[haggis999]

You could always get DP switched Sockets?

That's what I would use. I haven't checked other catalogues, but I think all the MK switched socket outlets use DP switches.

 

[haggis999]

Well done.......I see the old grey matter has just kicked in.

That doesn't normally happen until well after lunch on a Sunday

 

[Midwest]

That's what I would use. I haven't checked other catalogues, but I think all the MK switched socket outlets use DP switches.

There are other manufacturers of DP socket outlets

 

[Midwest]

That doesn't normally happen until well after lunch on a Sunday

I would ensure you use a longer lead supplied via the manufacturer, if one is available. Cutting off a moulded plug is unlikely to invalidate a warranty, replacing their lead with your own might. They might also stipulate that it would need replacing by one of their engineers or a qualified electrician.

 

[haggis999]

I would ensure you use a longer lead supplied via the manufacturer, if one is available. Cutting off a moulded plug is unlikely to invalidate a warranty, replacing their lead with your own might. They might also stipulate that it would need replacing by one of their engineers or a qualified electrician.

I have already emailed the manufacturer to ask if longer mains cables are available, though until I read your post I had been thinking that there was probably nothing to stop me from replacing the cables myself.

Another answer could be to cut off the plugs and use an inline cable connector to extend the cable. That way, I would not be interfering with the internals of the appliance.

 

[Midwest]

I have already emailed the manufacturer to ask if longer mains cables are available, though until I read your post I had been thinking that there was probably nothing to stop me from replacing the cables myself.

Another answer could be to cut off the plugs and use an inline cable connector to extend the cable. That way, I would not be interfering with the internals of the appliance.

An inline connector is an option, but would try for a replacement lead if possible. Unnecessary connections, can always prove problematic, especially once its installed below a floor unit.

Edit, some of those in-line connectors are rated at 10amp or less.

 

[HandySparks]

You could always get DP switched Sockets?

If you can reach the socket to switch off, you can just pull the plug.

 

[haggis999]

Thanks to everyone for what has been a very useful conversation. I will now wait a day or two to see if the manufacturer can supply longer mains cables at a sensible price.