Immersion Heater Switch to Timer?

[chrisdicko]

Can you replace an immersion switch with some form of timer? If so where can I get one?

Thanks

 

[davy_owen_88]

By immersion switch do you mean a double pole switch connected to a dedicated radial circuit from the consumer unit or a fused spur connected to a socket circuit?

You can get timers from lots of places, I used to have this] one from Screwfix.

Davy

 

[chrisdicko]

Its a double pole switch connected to a dedicated radial circuit.

Does that timer you linked mate, replace the switch? As Im wanting to remove the large red immersion switch which is a pain to get to, and replace it with timer.


Thanks

 

[davy_owen_88]

Water heaters require a double pole isolating switch to enable maintenence on the element/s so the switch can not be removed, but you can still install the timer after the switch so you do not need to use the switch on a regular basis - it's also handy if you are a bit forgetful and find yourself leaving the immersion heater on for long periods until you realise the water is hotter than usual

 

[chrisdicko]

Oh, I see! So leave the immersion switch where it is, but then add the timer in between the switch and the elements?

 

[breezer]

yes

 

[chrisdicko]

Thanks mate! Shouldn't be too difficult