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RCD Tripping for no apparent reason
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<blockquote data-quote="Sid____" data-source="post: 554427" data-attributes="member: 37869"><p>I finally managed to trace the fault to one of the 2 pir outside lights while I was waiting for the rcd tester to arrive. It was a sealed unit but had condensation behind the glass. Not only that, when I cut the self-amalgamating tape from the connector block it was all wet!</p><p></p><p>Anyway, I took the light back, got a replacement and wired it through a little waterproof junction box. All now seems to be OK.</p><p></p><p>The rcd tester has now arrived and I am keen to test the 100mA RCD. However, before I do that I have a couple of questions:</p><p></p><p>1. The tester came without a mains lead. I have a spare computer lead that I can use with it but what rating fuse should I be fitting to the plug?</p><p></p><p>2. I am planning to unplug sensitive electronic equipment like computers & TV's before doing a ramp test but what about other appliances like oven, fridge, freezer, microwaves, door chime & bathroom fans etc. Should these be left connected/switched on?</p><p></p><p><img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite5" alt=":confused:" title="Confused :confused:" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":confused:" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Sid____, post: 554427, member: 37869"] I finally managed to trace the fault to one of the 2 pir outside lights while I was waiting for the rcd tester to arrive. It was a sealed unit but had condensation behind the glass. Not only that, when I cut the self-amalgamating tape from the connector block it was all wet! Anyway, I took the light back, got a replacement and wired it through a little waterproof junction box. All now seems to be OK. The rcd tester has now arrived and I am keen to test the 100mA RCD. However, before I do that I have a couple of questions: 1. The tester came without a mains lead. I have a spare computer lead that I can use with it but what rating fuse should I be fitting to the plug? 2. I am planning to unplug sensitive electronic equipment like computers & TV's before doing a ramp test but what about other appliances like oven, fridge, freezer, microwaves, door chime & bathroom fans etc. Should these be left connected/switched on? :confused: [/QUOTE]
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