Installing a Weatherproof safety RCD protected 13A 2 gang switched Outdoor Socket.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 ต.ค. 2024
- In this video I show you the installation process of a weather proof RCD protected outdoor electrical lockable double socket using the easiest method (no more tripping over extension leads in and around the house)Connected via a 3 pin 13 amp fused plug.
using 1.5mm flexible 3 core cable.
It is important to ensure any socket installed outside is RCD protected as it could save your life in the event of an accident.
RCD TEST PROCEDURE (taken from operating instruction manual for this model)
Stage1; The RED indicator will normally show in the CLEAR window. If it does not, press RESET (orange) button and the RED indicator should appear.
Stage2; Press the TEST button.
The RED indicator will disappear from the CLEAR window.
DO NOT USE THIS SOCKET IF THE RED INDICATOR REMAINS AND SEEK THE ASSISTANCE OF A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
Stage3;Press the RESET button.
The RCD has now been set for safe use provided the RED indicator shows in the CLEAR window
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Consider your ability and if not confident then always consult a qualified electrician.
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I was waiting to see the actual wire-to-socket connections as on mine there are two earth connections.
Thank you so much for the video !❤
Easy & simple to do Thanks👍
Glad it helped.
Hi Easy to follow and very helpful. How does the Test & Trip button work?
I've Put the RCD TEST PROCEDURE for this model in the description.
Would using a 13a plug for the socket instead of hardwiring it into a ring meet building regulation?
it wouldn't really come under building regs.
Can i use a outdoor plug and use extension on it for my shed? Will it over heat my cable?
why would it overheat the cable?
Can I use pliers instead of buying the crimp tool?
No, definitely not recommended, because they won't create the proper cold weld connection that a crimping tool will and a poor crimp can result in air and moisture getting inside the connection, which can lead the connection to fail.
@@micksmaintenanceanddiy . Okay, thank you for the heads up. I’m only going to need it once but I suppose it would always come in handy having one
Do you fit an RCD to an existing RCD as the house ring you plugged into is RCD protected ?
If you noted on the video introduction during the first few minutes i stated the property was on the old style consumer unit using the uprated mini circuit breakers and was not RCD protected hence my reason for selecting an RCD protected outdoor socket.
Good question and good answer, thank you both (was going to ask the same thing)
*Shudders at the use of a spade bit......
I’m an amateur, have watched other videos where people had put an extra earth onto the inside of the box is this necessary ,
Also what thickness wire do you recommend I want to use on of these for led floodlights would I get away with 1.5 the socket info sheet says use 2.5
sockets you should use 2.5 for plus as the load is higher for plus 1 to 1.5 is good for wiring lights
not to a plastic box no. Plus ignore the reply above
For a full review on the preciva crimpers I use please check out my other video.
You made that installation waterproof, but by drilling out the drain hole, the box no longer has it's IP66 rating.
doesnt need to be ip66, pickle. Learn about ya IP ratings!