Safety RCD Socket Operating Instructions
IMPORTANT – FOR YOUR
PROTECTION.
Electricity is dangerous and an
RCD must not be used as a
substitute for normal
precautionary measures. Always
unplug from mains supply before
any inspection or repair to
equipment. Do not allow children
to tamper with electrical devices.
This device will protect against live
and neutral leakage faults to earth,
it will not protect against electric
shock due to contact with both
conductors, short circuits between
live and neutral, or a fault in the
wiring supplying this device.
TO FIT THIS POWERBREAKER
SAFETY RCD SOCKET –
Switch off the power supply at the
mains. Fit metal back box then
simply connect the socket using
the easy to follow wiring diagram.
Note: Metal back box should be
earthed.
Mains
Supply
Brown (L)
o
r Red
Green/Yellow (E)
Blue (N)
or Black
If earth conductors are bare, they
must be sleeved with appropriate
green/yellow sleeving.
If you are in any doubt about
connecting this product consult a
qualified electrician.
N.B. Green/yellow earth wire may
be connected to either earth
terminal. Wiring insulation tests
should be completed before
setting the PowerBreaker RCD
Socket to avoid misleading
instrument readings and possible
internal damage to the unit.
PLEASE CARRY OUT THIS
SIMPLE TEST PROCEDURE
PRIOR TO EACH USE.
1. Press White ON button.
2. Clear window indicator around
White button will turn Red and
illuminate*.
3. Press Grey Test button (T).
4. Red window indicator and
illumination will disappear*.
This means the RCD has
tripped successfully.
5. To reset – press White ON
button and use as a normal
socket.
* If indicator fails to work, do not
use and return to place of
purchase.
NOTE 1:
If the red window indicator
disappears once the socket has
been reset and appliance is firmly
plugged in the socket, this may
mean that the appliance or the
cable lead is faulty, and should be
checked by a qualified electrician.
NOTE 2:
Remove this RCD from circuit
before performing any high
voltage insulation tests.
Please keep these instructions safe for future reference
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