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Electric shower replacement

Anonymous user 28/02/2024 - 3.53 PM

I want to replace an old (20+yrs) Gainsborough electric shower with a Triton 10.5Kw electric shower. I don't know the wattage of the Gainsborough unit and can't find it anywhere. Does this matter?

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3 Answers

Home Services

Rating: 4.9 out of 5
New Malden
Hi there, You need to make sure the cable is suitable for the new shower and connected to an RSD fuse for protection, for this shower is needed at least 10mm cable. Advisable to get an qualified electrician to check out the wiring and for installation. Hope this helps. Best, Michael Home Services
Answered12 September 2020
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GMR Electrical Limited

Rating: 5 out of 5
Liverpool
You will need to check the cable and fuse is sufficient enough for your new shower. A shower of 10.5kw would require a 10mm cable and 40amp mcb protected by a 30mA rcd. If your not sure how to check this then get a qualified electrician before you fit the new shower.
Answered13 September 2020
0

UK RENOVATIONS

Rating: 5 out of 5
Lancing
Customer needs to get an Electrician. Fuse board needs to be checked to see if its up to current Regulations. Bathroom needs its own Circuit & Shower will need an RCD Breaker & cable Suitable for shower installed.
Answered4 October 2020
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