Using IP networks to send alarms to a central monitoring station does work but it has to be done properly, You have already mentioned the major problem which is lossof connection when an alarm has to be sent, There are ways to combat such as regular "All is OK" messages and alert when these stop arriving from a location, or self resetting routers.
The big decision is then what to do on loss of connection, does one send staff to investigate or assume the risk of an alarm occuring during the loss of connection issmall enough to ignore.
Hi Steve - A few years back you posted an answer to a shower/whirlpool/RCD/CU question at http://www.diynot.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=24552. Does the advice still stand with Regs? I have the same problem myself and just need to make sure I get it right. Also, can the 20A MCB you talk about be changed for a 16A MCB? Regards Piers
Thanks Steve.The shed light has a switched fused 5 amp lighting supply that runs from the 13 amp supply spur. I will see if you can still purchase a similar product from electrical suppliers for the garage.
Steve. I didnt mean to sound like i was disregarding your advice. as you know i am grateful for it. I only asked as i looked at my CU and realised the hob and shower were on the same MCB. didnt know how this would affect what you had suggested hence me asking.
hello steve i noticed you produced the wiring diagram for this post could you please explain how it works please cause im just qualified, n willing to learn the ropes
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