16 Amp Double Pole Pull Switch With Neon

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The very first job to do before anything is to ensure the electricity is isolated for the circuit you will be working on. Pull cord switches are very handy items as they can be used in a variety of situations such as bathrooms and the similar where a standard tumble-type switch cannot be used.

If this is ignored then you may face problems when trying to sell your property as if its had notifiable electrical work carried out, but for which the appropriate certificate from a qualified electrician cannot be produced. Additionally, it will also propably invalidate your home insurance. Next, connect each wire in turn to the correct terminal according to the photo you took earlier. This should normally be Live brown/red to COM and neutral blue to L1. In this DIY guide we look at how to install a pull cord switch. Regulations for Installing Pull Cord Switches If you want to try and save your broken switch, rather than throw it away and replace it with a new one, work through the steps below for your chosen type of switch. Repairing a 6amp Pull Cord Light SwitchAdding additional lighting, light fittings and switches, to an existing circuit – As long as not in a kitchen or bathroom Step 3 – Using some maintenance spray such as WD40, apply the lubricant to the inside of the switch, where the wires are connected, especially in around the pull cord section Standard 6amp pull cord switch Tools and Materials Needed for Repairing and Replacing a Pull Cord Switch For the first part of this guide we will work through replacing a standard 6 amp pull cord light switch. From step 6 we will explain changing a 45 amp isolation switch. Step 1 – Isolate the Switch and Circuit

If this does not work, then the switch must be replaced (see Replacing the switch section above). Repairing a 45 amp Pull Switch

Using a flat blade screwdriver, loosen each terminal for each wire and pull them free, ensuring terminals are loose enough to easily pull them out. To save a little time and fatigue, loosen the terminal screws on the new switch also. Step 4 – Connect New Switch Step 1 – Firstly isolate the power to the circuit you are working on in your consumer unit by turning off the MCB for that circuit or if a fuse box, pulling out the fuse. If you are unsure which is which, turn off all the power using the main isolator switch Pull the switch free and turn it over to access the wires. Take a picture of the wires (normally just 2), noting exactly which wire is in which terminal. In most cases, the 45 amp version will have an integrated light and/or on/off indicator that states when the appliance is live and also turned on.