Extension of Washing Machine Power Cable

[John White]

Our new washing machine came with a power cable that is not long enough to reach the power socket which has been installed under the kitchen sink (that's where it was when we first moved in.)

I called Indesit and they told me they come like that because regulations state that the power socket should be directly behind the appliance.

What's the best thing to do? Is there a cheap but safe/legal solution where I wouldn't have to get a new power socket installed behind the washing machine?

 

[Toneyz]

I see you didn't get an OLD tag Tel couldn't have been that far behind me in posting, reckon anthonybragg must have it in for me, what do you think?

Tel doesn't keep on banging on about it and I know you don't give a s**t wouldn't want to upset a scouser he'll come and nick my car wheels.

 

[Pete999]

Tel doesn't keep on banging on about it and I know you don't give a s**t wouldn't want to upset a scouser he'll come and nick my car wheels.

When was I banging on about it , just be honest you have got it in for me aint you? come on own up.
By the way Ant have you managed to forced your wallet open to get that new drill you are always harping on about? Touche.

 

[Toneyz]

I see you didn't get an OLD tag Tel couldn't have been that far behind me in posting, reckon anthonybragg must have it in for me, what do you think?

Tel doesn't keep on banging on about it and I know you don't give a s**t wouldn't want to upset a scouser he'll come and nick my car wheels.

When was I banging on about it , just be honest you have got it in for me aint you? come on own up.

Every time PAT testing is mentioned anyway I gave you a like on two of your other posts so be grateful your still ahead Camerabroke will be getting the popcorn in at this rate

 

[John White]

To keep using the moulded plug that came with the washing machine and avoid changing anything where the cable enters the washing machine or socket positions, I think two inline cable connectors would have to be used, is this a sensible solution? Or just one with a different plug, but would it be safe to use a plug that was not moulded as these don't seem to be something I can find to purchase?

 

[telectrix]

I see you didn't get an OLD tag Tel couldn't have been that far behind me in posting, reckon anthonybragg must have it in for me, what do you think?

possibly the same complaint as what i've got. far finger syndrome coupled with a few bevvies.

 

[telectrix]

Tel doesn't keep on banging on about it and I know you don't give a s**t wouldn't want to upset a scouser he'll come and nick my car wheels.

Every time PAT testing is mentioned anyway I gave you a like on two of your other posts so be grateful your still ahead Camerabroke will be getting the popcorn in at this rate

you're safe mate.there's very little market for 3 x 2nd hand reliant robin wheels

 

[DPG]

To keep using the moulded plug that came with the washing machine and avoid changing anything where the cable enters the washing machine or socket positions, I think two inline cable connectors would have to be used, is this a sensible solution? Or just one with a different plug, but would it be safe to use a plug that was not moulded as these don't seem to be something I can find to purchase?

One cable joiner and one plug. There is no sense in using 2 joints. I can't believe you can't find a 13A plug to buy! Where have you tried???

 

[John White]

So it's safe to use a standard plug? I was thinking that because the socket is under a sink, it's a place that could get wet/flooded.

 

[Deleted member 9648]

Up to you to take precautions on siting the plug taking into account external influences.

 

[DPG]

Moulded plugs connected to standard 13A sockets are not waterproof.

 

[Dave OCD]

John, as long as the socket outlet has additional 30ma RCD protection there's nothing to worry about, if you get a leak under the sink you'll soon know about it. But if this really bothers you then fit a weatherproof socket.