Damian Bennett Electricians – The Poole Electricians in Poole – Call Today – Tel : 0793 255 7563
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Incorrectly installed or damaged 230 V electrical water pumps in garden ponds, may create a serious electric shock risk in and around the pond, resulting in injury or death. This is because the risk of electric shock is higher in the presence of water.
In the garden a 230 V electric water pump should be:
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Damian Bennett Electricians – The Poole Electricians in Poole – Call Today – Tel : 0793 255 7563
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• good quality and be purchased from a reputable retailer
• RCD protected and that at least every three months is tested by means of the integral test button
• fitted in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions
• used with cables that have protection against accidental damage
• well maintained, including cables and any connections, and in good working order
• isolated when carrying out pond cleaning.
If any defects are found, switch off the water pump’s electrical supply immediately and have the pump repaired by a competent electrician.
Damaged cables and connectors
To be safe cables and connections should be:
• good quality and be purchased from a reputable retailer
• suitable for use outdoors
• suitable for the equipment used
• free of damage and clean
• only used in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions
• switched off when cleaning the pond
• securely fixed and located to prevent anyone tripping over the cable
• routed to stop them being damaged such as being cut or stepped on
• kept dry
Have the damaged items replaced and unplug from the electrical supply immediately if any damage is found. Always take care not to damage flexible cables and connectors.
If you have any questions or would like a quotation call me or drop me a line at The Poole Electrician.
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Damian Bennett Electricians – The Poole Electricians in Poole – Call Today – Tel : 0793 255 7563
