IEE Guidance note 1
C.2.5 Permanently connected equipment
Reg (537.5.1.3)
Permanently connected equipment such as built in washing machines, electric ovens,etc, is often connected to the supply by means of a plug and socket outlet located behind the appliance. A separate control switch need not to be installed provided that:
1. A functional switch is incorporated in the appliance, and the appliance is locally protected by a fuse to BS 1362, of a rating not exceeding 13 A, or
2. The circuit is protected by a circuit breaker of a rating not exceeding 16 A.
Regards chris
C.2.5 Permanently connected equipment
Reg (537.5.1.3)
Permanently connected equipment such as built in washing machines, electric ovens,etc, is often connected to the supply by means of a plug and socket outlet located behind the appliance. A separate control switch need not to be installed provided that:
1. A functional switch is incorporated in the appliance, and the appliance is locally protected by a fuse to BS 1362, of a rating not exceeding 13 A, or
2. The circuit is protected by a circuit breaker of a rating not exceeding 16 A.
Regards chris