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WASHING MACHINE SOCKETS
Anonymous user 9 March 2024 - 2.52 PM
Our washing machine is permanently plugged in a socket without a switch which means although the machine is not switched on by its operating switch there is a constant flow of power going into the machine. Can I plug it in the socket above the work surface that has an on and off switch so I can switch it off after use?. Now I would assume that since this washing machine in plugged constantly into a live socket without a switch the energy sent out of this plug must be transmitted to the washing machine .
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2 Answers
Novi Electrics
If the washing machine is switched off at the dial of the washing machine, then there is no energy used/wasted. Any appliance plugged to a socket must have on and off switch and that is easy accessible.
Answered13 September 2017
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A30 Bathrooms Ltd
How do yo know there is a constant power going in and why is it problem? Socket should have a switch.
Answered11 September 2017
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