spurs

Bigib · Apr 3, 2015

hi everybody or anybody,
this is my first post thread so I'll keep it simple as I can. I need advice on electrical spurs. I have spurred off a double socket but I need another socket (preferably a single socket) to plug in a washing machine. would this be too much spurs off a double socket??? Thing is the washing machine will need to be also linked to a fixed fused switch with the single plug in lower half of the kitchen top. is this acceptable to do?? or maybe can I just put in a junction box between the double socket to the new single socket?
any advice help would be much appreciated.

telectrix · Apr 4, 2015

you are only allowed 1 single or 1 double socket as an unfused spur. in your case, fitting a FCU for the washing machine would limit the possibility of overload on the cable after your first spurred socket. a better way would be to make the first socket a part of the ring, then spur off, although what you suggest is acceptable. if in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

Bigib · Apr 4, 2015

thanks for reply. I understand I can only spur off one double socket & that would be straining the power enough but it's ok to add a single then wire that to a FCU for washing machine is that safe enough ? I already made a back box for double socket & linked it to from existing D socket so I'm already committed from that spur.Im aware the washing machine FCU needs to be top half of the work top but I can have a plug socket for it below the worktop? hope u know what I mean, trying to keep it simple. if this isn't a option for washing machines plug. I have another single 2.5mm cable other side of room can I make a junction bix from that to feed the new single plug FCU?

telectrix · Apr 4, 2015

for a washing machine, it's standard practice to fit either a D/P FCU or a 20A D/P switch above worktop, feeding a single socket below. this is to be able to isolate the appliance without having to pull it out to get to the plug/socket.