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Old 12-19-2007, 12:30 PM   #1
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I installed a new consumer unit today,but when connecting the shower to the rcd and switching the power on,the rcd trips.The wiring is correct so what could the problem be?
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Old 12-19-2007, 03:27 PM   #2
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Could be anything. You need to disconnect the Shower from the local isolator and test the circuit again. Then test the shower. Insulation tests will indicate the problem for you.

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Old 12-20-2007, 07:54 AM   #3
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Your help is much appreciated.I rarely do domestic work so don't often encounter problems.I thought better to consult someone before doing something wrong.Does it have to be a megger i use or would the ohms setting on a multimeter be suitable?
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Old 12-20-2007, 02:57 PM   #5
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You really should not be asking such a question. MEGGER.

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