SAFETY SWITCH REPAIRS AND INSTALLATION
Keep your family and appliances safe with an electrical safety switch Cranbourne.
The purpose of an electrical safety switch is to protect you, your family, and your electrical system from failure.
When the safety switch detects a loss an electrical leakage, it cuts off the supply of electricity in as little as 0.003 seconds. Without this immediate safeguard, the electricity would ‘leak’ through to any person who makes contact with an offending appliance, causing serious injury or even death.
TAKE THE TEST
Regular testing of your safety switch is vital to protecting you, your family, and your electrical system.
Testing your safety switch couldn’t be easier. You can do it in a matter of seconds! All you have to do is follow these simple steps:
Press the TEST or ‘T’ button on the switch. If the device is in working order, this will change the position of the switch to OFF and instantly cut off the electricity supply to the circuit.
To reset return the switch to the ON position.
What if the switch won’t reset? Switch off and unplug all your appliances, leads, and electrical equipment in the property. Repeat step 2. If the switch does reset there could be an issue with one of your appliances. Gradually plug in and switch on each individual appliance and repeat step 2. If the switch fails to reset after you plug in a certain appliance, discontinue use of that appliance and have it inspected by a licensed electrician Cranbourne.
If the switch fails to reset, even after you switch off and unplug all your appliances, there could be major fault in the electrical system. Get in touch with a Cranbourne Electrical Electrician for advice and assistance. Do not attempt the resolve the problem yourself.