Issue with sockets/appliances help needed please

[Pete999]

The OP seems content in buying numerous extension leads, and new appliances, rather than spending his hard earned on employing a decent sparky to install some extra sockets, seems hardly worth trying to help some folk doesn't it, if they won't listen to the right advice?

 

[remedial]

In order to comply with BS1363, double sockets should be rated at 20A.
MK sockets and I assume other manufacturer’s double sockets are rated at 26A.

fair play, i jumped the gun on that one. i deserve a dumb for that lol.

 

[DIYfan]

The OP seems content in buying numerous extension leads, and new appliances, rather than spending his hard earned on employing a decent sparky to install some extra sockets, seems hardly worth trying to help some folk doesn't it, if they won't listen to the right advice?

No, what I've said is thanks, I realise I need to organise getting some more sockets which I'll be doing however in the meantime what's my best option to use the washer and tumbler. I'm going to need to be using these tomorrow, I doubt sockets can be organised so quickly.

 

[remedial]

in fairness, most ppl never really consider stuff like this. if its got space for 4 plugs why not put 4 plugs in it! just for clarity, the main problem here is that you were overloading your extension lead. however it should be noted that its considered good practice for each of these appliances to have its own socket. have you checked the power rating of each appliance? it might be overkill, but personally i would want to check the wiring at the back of that socket for signs of overheating.

 

[pirate]

To get full rating from extension reels they have to be fully unwound, plus many of them are rated at 10A only, even though many of those have 4 sockets on them.

 

[l4urence]

Funny thread - old gits on steroids! To the OP, the answer is clear from previous posters get sockets added where they need to be. Choosing an electrician will ensure the current circuit is tested, safe and able. He/She will add the additional sockets needed. Everything will be tested and certified correctly.

 

[Pete999]

No, what I've said is thanks, I realise I need to organise getting some more sockets which I'll be doing however in the meantime what's my best option to use the washer and tumbler. I'm going to need to be using these tomorrow, I doubt sockets can be organised so quickly.

Funny thread - old gits on steroids! To the OP, the answer is clear from previous posters get sockets added where they need to be. Choosing an electrician will ensure the current circuit is tested, safe and able. He/She will add the additional sockets needed. Everything will be tested and certified correctly.

Young git, but he is correct

 

[pirate]

Recently examined a garage where there was a freezer and a washing machine, both running off an extension lead plugged into the only, single wall-mounted socket. Chap wanted another socket so he could use his electric lawnmower and hedge trimmer without unplugging the freezer. OK, let's look at swapping that single for double...it was a metal-clad box fed via steel conduit. Took socket off, checked at CU, yup...1.5 t&e, under floor, out through an air-brick, into garage...
suggested he got an electrician in.

 

[Pete999]

Most house holders I have come across would rather spend umpteen amounts of Pound coins replacing unwanted bits and bobs, rather than pay a Professional to sort their problems out, a false economy, and if I may be so bold a rather stupid approach to the problem, still as rt//the saying goes "you can lead a Horse to water, but you can't make it drink it, the Horse that is. Hi Ho Silver away.

 

[DIYfan]

Most house holders I have come across would rather spend umpteen amounts of Pound coins replacing unwanted bits and bobs, rather than pay a Professional to sort their problems out, a false economy, and if I may be so bold a rather stupid approach to the problem, still as rt//the saying goes "you can lead a Horse to water, but you can't make it drink it, the Horse that is. Hi Ho Silver away.

Most householders would probably be like me and not give much thought to what would overload an extension. It's got 4 holes it must be safe to use them all right? Well I've now learnt that's wrong and it's been an eye opener.

1 plug in 1 socket is always going to be the ideal way of doing things, I just didn't think 2 sockets and 3 appliances was going to be an issue, not even 3, just 2 at a time though 1 needs to be extended by a metre until I can organise some new sockets.

I've also been assessing my son's plugs in his room, he's got 4 in one extension but they're TV, Q box and games consoles which I'm sure use little power so should be safe (I hope)

 

[Charlie_]

You could probably get an extra socket installed for 50 quid

 

[GeorgeCooke]

The tumbler was old anyway so I decided to replace it and the washer and freezer have been running fine for 2 days, I actually bought another 4 gang 10m reel cable with safetey cut out and plugged them into that.

Today the new tumbler arrived which I plugged into the extension where the washer and freezer are plugged in and it's started to cut out again, I've now tried the new tumbler in the new extension by itself and it's cutting out.

Any idea what's going on? Thanks

Replacing items when you don't know they are faulty is stupid and expensive if it does not fix the problem.

 

[GeorgeCooke]

https://www.screwfix.com/p/masterplug-13a-4-gang-switched-surge-protected-extension-lead-1m/1601g

Would that be acceptable to have the washer and tumbler plugged into if I only run 1 at a time?

You don't need surge protection, more waste of money.

 

[DIYfan]

Replacing items when you don't know they are faulty is stupid and expensive if it does not fix the problem.

It was due to be replaced soon anyway so not really a waste of money

 

[GeorgeCooke]

It was due to be replaced soon anyway so not really a waste of money

One has to ask why? It was still working. It could not have been for cosmetic reasons in a garage. I can't help but think you are trying to justify your mistake.

Throw away society rears its ugly head again.