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re-routing shower wiring..any issues on distance?

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  • 09-02-2011 6:08pm
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    emptyshed
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    Hi Folks,

    Planning on knocking a partition wall, unfortunately it conceals the wiring running from fuse panel to electric shower pull cord switch.
    Re-routing this would mean instead of maybe 3 metres of cable, would result in about 8 metres.

    Anyone know if there's regulations restricting lenght, or any operational issues.

    (Obviously using same gauge cabling, or heavier if required)

    Cheers
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    Davy
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    You need to work out the whole run length if you add the extra distance and then get your sizing, and also see what size is currently feeding the shower.


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    emptyshed
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    If memory serves me correct it's 10mm cabling, total lenght, board to double pole switch, and then to shower would work out at 9.5 metres.
    ( think the shower is 8kw).


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    GOLFER69
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    10MM cable is fine for that run of cable...(sparks by trade)..


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    emptyshed
    Closed Accounts Posts: 60 ✭✭emptyshed


    Cheers,
    I couldnt see any physical/electrical issues, just havent a clue when it comes to housing regulations.

    (13 years of electrical servicing/repair background).


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