How can I tell what AMP this switch is for my cooker?

[binthaider]

OK.
So I have this switch that is like this.
I have always used it for my Cannon Gas Cooker and Oven, as it is installed near it..
I need to replace the cooker and want to buy a Dual Cooker: Hob Gas and Electric Grill & Oven... In the Specs it says it needs a 32amp switch.
Is this a 32amp switch, how can I tell?
One thing I have noticed is that one of the switches in the MAIN box is JUST for the cooker to switch off.

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[securespark]

Your new cooker will not only require a 32A switch, but a 32A protective device and 32A cabling as well.

Has it?

 

[binthaider]

I have no idea :0
What is the protective device?
By cabling do you mean the cable attached/or comes with the cooker? That is provided.

 

[Robin0577]

What is written on the MCB (the "switch" in the main box)?

If its something like 32A or B32, that's a very good start, but is not proof that everything is correct.

The switch in your picture is designed for an electric cooker and if it has been installed with the correct cable and protective device (fuse or MCB) then chances are it will be suitable for your new cooker.

If you're not sure then have it checked, any electrician should be able to give you an answer within a couple of minutes, it just requires a look at the wiring behind that switch, a look at your fusebox and a couple of quick tests.

 

[binthaider]

This is what my main switch board thing looks like. on the cooker switch it says 30A.

I'm going to try and find an electrician as well.

Thanks.

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[winston1]

30A is OK. 32A is just the modern replacement (EU meddling).

 

[Monkeh]

30A is OK. 32A is just the modern replacement (EU meddling).

Preferred numbers, actually.

 

[sparkwright]

That switch will be rated above 32 amp.

By rights the wiring will be too, almost certainly. But send a picture of the wiring inside (ONLY IF YOU CAN SAFELY DO SO, AND WITH THE POWER OFF) if you want to make sure.

 

[binthaider]

DONE... Hope they are clear enough, the socket wouldn't pull out as much.

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[undistilled]

They are 6mm cables.

 

[binthaider]

What does that mean? Is it ok for an electtical Cooker that needs a 32amp socket?

 

[winston1]

Cookers don't use sockets in the UK. 6mm cable is OK.