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Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't this illegal if fitted in the bathroom? Thanks for the link but had already found this device as this is where I bought the heater for the rail! Think the best option for me is an immersion heater time switch. Thanks anyway.

The rail I have is a dual fuel one. Therefore the electrical element is only to be used when the Central Heating system is off i.e. during the summer months. Leaving the rail on all the time has several disadvantages: 1. It'll cost you a fortune due to the high running costs 2. The...

Thanks for the advice. I have an airing cupboard directly outside the bathroom so this would be an ideal location. Still need to find a suitable supplier for the time switch. Also want to keep the unit small. Have looked at Timeguard switches and Honeywell. Any recommendations from those...

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They might have transformers which draw little current but they are not waterproof and the transformers themselves ARE connected directly to the supply. Both in Europe and the States, bathrooms have sockets for both shavers and other electrical devices BUT they are fitted with integrated RCDs...

I would be interested to know the logic behind not installing this unit for safety reasons when you have shaver sockets in every bathroom, often very close to the sink! These are NOT protected by RCD's which my unit would be. While shaver sockets are not part of the Ring Main, they are wired...

Know you're not supposed to fit this in bathroom due to electrical safety. I can always install it outside, but to be honest, there's no danger of any contact with water where I intend mounting it - it's a large bathroom. Still on the lookout for suppliers.

I'm looking for a digital time switch that will control a heated towel rail in the bathroom. I know there are various models available but am looking for a small unit (1 gang fitting) and preferably in chrome finish. Does anyone know where I can locate one of these? Thanks