John wrote:


Don't discount the socket. Maybe a poor quality socket which could
cause the pin to get hot. Certainly worth checking anyway as the heat
could have affected it if it is not the direct cause.

Absolutely. Found the very same thing on Thursday, single s/o under a
worktop with a washing machine plugged in. Cheap B&Q made in PRC jobby
(socket not machine). Changed it for an MK.


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Dave
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