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Immersion switch is tripping

buddycat · 2016-10-11 19:33:56

My immersion switch has started tripping when I turn it on and a visible spark can be seen from the switch. Anyone ever seen this before. I'm assuming it's an electrical fault and I'd need an electrician rather than a plumber? Any advice appreciated.

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11-10-2016 8:33pm

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buddycat

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My immersion switch has started tripping when I turn it on and a visible spark can be seen from the switch. Anyone ever seen this before. I'm assuming it's an electrical fault and I'd need an electrician rather than a plumber? Any advice appreciated.

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#2 11-10-2016 8:36pm
edanto

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Leave it tripped/safe at the fuseboard and get an electrician to check before you enable the fuse again.

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#3 11-10-2016 9:56pm
Sleeper12

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Sounds like the element needs replacing. Definitely get a sparks in. They'll confirm the problem within a few minutes

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