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Does a RCD trip when there is Active to Neutral short on the load side of the RCD?
Asked by Paul GrovesAn RCD won't trip on a line to neutral short fault but if its an RCBO the overcurrent part will trip...
View full answerCan an RCD fail?
Asked by Peter GrundyRCDs can be regularly checked using the test button on the device. If this doesn't work, you should ...
View full answerCan I use an adaptor to plug in a medium sized fridge/freezer and an undercounter freezer to a 13amp plug?
Asked by ElizabethWe don't advise using adaptors for white goods - they should only be for temporary use and these app...
View full answerIf my RCD keeps "tripping", what action is required?
Asked by D parkhurstIf the RCD in your fusebox keeps tripping, there is likely to be a fault that needs investigating - ...
View full answerWhy does my RCD keep tripping when I have the television switched on?
Asked by Yvonne ReynoldsThis sounds like the fault is with the television or its cable - however it would be wise to get a r...
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