Bathroom heater flex connection advice.

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I have allowed access to a neighbour’s home whilst he is away to both a carpenter, in order that a new built-in fridge can be installed, as well as an electrician to fit a replacement bathroom heater. It is in regard to the latter that I have a question.

It is a Dimplex FX20V with a pullcord and its flex is connected to a flush cord outlet like one of these. I have followed the circuit back to the consumer unit to find that it is connected to a 16A MCB (RCD covered) which I think seems to be correct. But should the flex from the unit not be connected an FCU flex outlet? I thought this was mandatory. But perhaps you cannot fit an FCU in a bathroom? Any comments would be appreciated.
 
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Put the DP Switched FCU with neon outside the bathroom door, label it BATHROOM HEATER, and insert a 13amp fuse for a 3kw Heater, or a 5amp for a 1kw heater etc. problem solved. :LOL: :LOL: :LOL:
 
should the flex from the unit not be connected an FCU flex outlet?
No, not necessarilly.
I thought this was mandatory.
No, it is protected by a 16A MCB plus the RCD.
As long as the cable is capable of handling more than 16A then all is in order.
But perhaps you cannot fit an FCU in a bathroom?
You can if more than 600mm vertically from the edge of the bath or shower AND it is suitable for the environment of the room.

No point if not necessary.
 
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