On 06/09/2011 23:24, Andy Wade wrote:
On 06/09/2011 22:25, John Rumm wrote:
On 06/09/2011 18:01, charles wrote:

when I installed a power shower some years ago, the supply to the
unit was low voltage fed from a transformer. Does Part P then
apply?

Probably depends on where the mains side of it was located.

For domestic installations Part P always applies (i.e the wiring must be
safe), whether or not the work is notifiable. ELV circuits only get an
exemption if they're for telecoms or control etc., rather than for power
or lighting. An ELV circuit to power a shower pump should be notified
(strictly...).

My area of doubt was because some power showers basically are driven
from a wallwart or soap on a rope style PSU, that then plugs into the
back of the shower unit before it is hung - practically rendering the
thing an "appliance". So with the socket outside the room (or in a space
only accessible via a tool like the underbath space).

("Powershower" could also I suppose include a traditional shower pump
installed outside of the bathroom).




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Cheers,

John.

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