Is it statutory to install an RCD on a shower circuit?
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No, but it looks like it will be before long.
How about strongly recommends! Guess that would not be must install or please yourself
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Isn't the term 'water heater' mentioned ie a shower.
No need for RCD protection at all according the BS7671 bible of regs.
Manufacturers do often put it in their manuals as a must.......to cover their own rectum.
I personally have my shower on an RCD, and when I change a CU, or install a new shower cct, put them on an RCD.....but I would not bat an eyelid during a PIR.
BUT.......hold out for the 17th!
Manufacturers do often put it in their manuals as a must.......to cover their own rectum.
I personally have my shower on an RCD, and when I change a CU, or install a new shower cct, put them on an RCD.....but I would not bat an eyelid during a PIR.
BUT.......hold out for the 17th!
With the exception of TT supplies which are a bit different, the only things you currently MUST protect with an RCD, are socket outlets which may supply equipment for use outside.
And a couple items, depending on zoning/voltage, in a bath/shower room
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