Boiler Electric supply

[electricgraham]

Hi all just been to look at a job of removing wiring from airing cupboard where the old boiler used to live but while there i noticed that there new boiler is connected by a plug into kitchen socket and wondered if this is legal, just never seen one connected this way before?
Thanks in advance Graham

 

[diamondgas]

As long as it has the correct fuse rating alas it is

Whenever I see an istall with a flying lead and plug I know there has been compromises elsewhere on the install *sigh*

 

[armourer]

A plug is absolutely fine.

As long as it is protected by a 3 amp fuse the regs only say it has to be able to be isolated for maintenance (unplugged).

And of course the whole boiler including plug must not be in a wet zone.

 

[electricgraham]

Thanks for quick reply, i didnt say anything to customer just wanted to check.

 

[SimonG]

I prefer to see a fused spur. To me it looks a lot more professional. Only my opinion but I think a plug looks diy.

 

[stevetheplumber]

i prefer a plug once its out you know its off and you can do electrical checks from plug pins

 

[twistednuts]

Agree with Steve. Total isolation is the best way. I think it has to be on an unswitched socket so you cant just flick the switch to isolate it.

I argue with electricians most of the time about this. They always want to put fused spurs on, whats so good about a ruddy fused spur?

Ive read in many MIs that plugs are totally fine.

 

[diamondgas]

Okay if i may elaberate regards the 'plug'

I would totally accept a purpose provided plug in socket and plug .. A definite means of absolute isolation without a doubt... However in my experience those that use a socket take over an otherwise usefull kitchen or otherwise purpose provided socket, never intended for perminent fixture or boiler connection! A plug in socket ment to be used solely for the isolation of the central heating appliance I accept ..