Consequently, with only the protection of the 45 amp fuse is it possible that a fault could occur that would not cut actually trip the fuse?

As a short term measure you could try the plug in type replacement MCB for the old wylex unit, I think they do a 40A. So, as you can see, using the correct cable and fuse/MCB for your appliance is absolutely essential.

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If you do have a gas oven or hob, yes you probably will still need an electric supply. Although the main body of the oven or hob may run off of gas, there are other components that will still require electricity to operate.

The rating of fuse fitted within a plug depends on the power rating of the device to which it is attached. The fuse must be compatible with currents slightly higher than those used to operate the device. Most UK plugs are fitted with a 3 amp or 13 amp fuse. 3 amp fuses are used with a range of lower power domestic goods and tools, including lamps, TVs, and drills. Meanwhile, higher power goods such as washing machines, kettles and toasters normally require a 13 amp fuse. What Happens When a Fuse Blows? To get the new cooker connected up if you are dealing cables still on the old wire colour scheme, it’s just a case of matching each cable to the correct terminal.Fast Acting Fuses: these are a more general-purpose fuse typically used with cabling and sturdier components. They are also known as Fast Blow or F-Type fuses Many modern ovens and cookers are fan assisted, meaning that they have a fan built into the rear of the oven area that can be turned on that then blows the generated hot air around the oven so that it’s evenly distributed and what ever is in the oven is in turn cooked evenly. One thing to note is that occasionally, freestanding cookers are secured to the walls surface behind them via a chain. This is to prevent them from toppling over if they are pulled forwards. Replacing and connecting up an electric cooker is a fairly simple job as long as everything is in place to allow for a straight swap. If, however, there is any doubt, you should always get a professional electrician in to do the work for you. Ultra-rapid fuses: typically used in sensitive circuitry and transistors to protect against short circuits, reacting almost instantaneously. These are also known as Very Fast Acting, Super Rapid and High-Speed fuses

Cooker control units are also generally fitted with neon lights to signify that the unit and/or switch is turned on or off and to confirm if there is current reaching the connected appliance. We measured up the old cookers slope, built in to compensate for this and other potential items and how this compared to the new cooker.

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For example, if an electric drill requiring a new fuse has a 700-watt rating, divide this by 230 (the standard UK mains voltage). The result is 3.04, so you will require a 3A amp fuse for the plug. Where Would a Type D Fuse Be Installed? Loosen the live, neutral and earth terminals and remove the electrical supply cable Step 5 – Have a Good Clean up Regardless of the type of oven you are dealing with the actual process and principles involved in fitting and connecting up an electric cooker should be pretty much the same for each different type. What if I Have a Gas Oven or Hob, Do I Still Need an Electric Supply? There are a variety of fuses available from electronic shops. Aside from a replacement fuse, you will also need a continuity tester, a soldering gun, and a solder when replacing a blown-out fuse.

In this case as there was a gas hob installed above the old cooker, the gas feed pipe for the hob needed to be considered in terms of the new cooker. Do you have a Power of Attorney? MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis explains how this crucial protection works, why it's more important than a will, and how to get one in the latest episode of ITV's The Martin Lewis Money Show Live. Our old shower is a Mira 8.78 advance ATL (I'd assume 8.78kw but the label doesn't actually say). We're looking for a new replacement electric shower and hope to replace it with a 9kw as we don't want the hassle (and extra cost) of fitting a 10mm cable. (This one we think http://www.plumbworld.co.uk/9kw-white-chrome-3298-16348.)

Freestanding cookers are normally around the standard width of 600mm and are installed in a standard unit-width gap between other kitchen cupboards or at the end of a run. Make any fine adjustments to the kitchen unit so that the new cooker fits as it should Step 7 – Connect up new Electric Cooker