Remote Control Socket

[colin H]

Im installing a pond and some lights in my garden , and am considering getting one these remote control units .

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Blagdon-Rem...TF8&coliid=I2I3JGL76E59R4&colid=2USUU1EYQIX32


Are they wired as you would a normal outdoor socket ? And do you wire your appliances straight into the unit (instead of using a 3 pin plug) . Any opinions would a great help

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[snico]

They are wired as normal yes, you then wire your pumps, UV's etc into it....I had the exact same one, but have to say the remote function can be a bit temperamental now and again.

I refitted a different type which I found better.

 

[colin H]

Thanks Snico . Can lights be wired direct to the unit , or would I need a FCU .
Which system did you replace yours with - If the remote isa bit moody , its probably not worth the expense !

 

[snico]

No FCU fitted, each connection inside is independently fused.

On mine I have lights, pumps, air pump, UV and wall lights fitted etc

The remote was a bit of a gimmick to me, its good if you like that sort of thing, but mine is located right next to my pool so I didnt need it in the end anyway.

I replaced mine with this, I have 2 of them installed.

http://www.rainbowkoi.co.uk/view_prod.asp?id=354

Very solid built and better than the big branded names