Extractor Fan and Shower

[BigJon]

Hi, Is having an extractor fan within zone 1 acceptable?
I'm putting a shower in but the fan is situated about a foot above where the shower is being mounted, Would it be advisable to move it, Would a 12v one be alright? Cheers.

 

[BigJon]

read previous posts, I'll move to ceiling me thinks

 

[Adam_151]

It must be:

A) At least IP44 rated
B) Either SELV or protected by 30ma RCD
C) Not reasonable to locate it elsewhere

 

[Lectrician]

What EXACT height is it from the floor??

 

[JohnD]

Have a look at the Bathroom Zones leaflet - it is actually a lot less trouble if the fan is not directly over a bath or shower (unless your bathroom ceiling height is greater than 3m.) And cheaper.

http://www.niceic.org.uk/downloads/NL139supp.pdf

 

[BigJon]

Dont know exact height off hand, I'll just move it to ceiling away from reach and duct it out through the attic. Thanks all

 

[Taylortwocities]

Even so, if its in the cubicle use an approved SELV device (12v) & make sure it is designed for use in steamy areas

Tayla

 

[securespark]

Like Adam said:

IPX4 rated and either SELV OR RCD protected.

 

[BigJon]

Thanks for your replys, I'll see if the customer wants an appropriate 12v one or for me to move the existing one