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If the switch in the hedge trimmer is a single pole it would end up switching the neutral. not good.
Which presents no problem since all cables controlled by said switch are contained within the body of the device.
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If the switch in the hedge trimmer is a single pole it would end up switching the neutral. not good.
The cut-off in the extension reel is for excessive current, and won't offer any protection against shock. The 3 pin version of what you used (not sure if you can get an orange one though) would always be correct polarity because the centre pin (unused in your case) is offset so you can only plug it in one way.Hello - OP here again.
Noticed a few questions mentioning an RCD. Yep I have one fitted and I also have another cut-off in the extension reel I use, so hopefully I am safe there.
Update - I bought one of these - https://www.screwflix..com/p/masterplug-orange-connector-2-pin/46232 - after receiving a couple of recommendations to do so (thanks again). I fitted it tonight, but I have a question. Since the two halves of this plug can be slotted together either way round - is there not a risk that I would connect live to neutral? What would happen if I connected them the wrong way round?
I marked the outside of the plug so I know which way is the right way - but still, I'm curious to know if this is potentially dangerous.
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