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JoJo Residual Current Device (RCD) / Socket
Product Code - 527012
Please read all the instructions before starting the installation
IP66 - All of the JoJo Outdoor Power range are sold as IP66. The rating of IP66 means that the products are suitable for all weathers in the UK. In order to ensure that this protection is maintained, it is essential to ensure that all the physical connections to the mounting enclosure have a good seal.
Features
Your Powerpoint outside RCD is an electronic sensing device which constantly monitors the balance of current flow between the live and neutral from any permanently connected appliance or socket outlet wired to the unit which has an appliance plugged into it. Should your body contact live parts of this appliance, an imbalance is sensed by the RCD and the supply automatically switches itself off in a fraction of a second.
Use of an RCD does not eliminate the need for basic electrical safety precautions.
Important notes
- Your RCD is designed to protect you against electrical faults to Earth
- Your RCD is designed for wiring to socket outlets for use with frequently plugged in appliances such as power tools, process machinery and catering equipment or permanently connected appliances, etc.
- Your RCD is designed as a protection device, therefore do not use an on/off switch
- It is normal for the front panel of your RCD to be slightly warm during use.
- RCD devices do not protect you against an electric shock caused by contact with both Live and Neutral of the electric circuit
- Any appliance connected to an RCD unit must be unplugged and disconnected before any inspection or repair is attempted on the appliance
- If your RCD does not trip during the test please contact a qualified electrician for advice
- Ensure that 20A max. MCB or HRC fuses are installed in your distribution board to prevent damage to your RCD as it does not provide protection against overload
- Your RCD includes double pole switching to give added safety against faulty wiring
Installation instructions:
As with any electrical installation, always isolate the mains before starting.
Mounting the enclosure:
Site the box on a suitable flat surface, off the ground. Fix the box to the surface by means of the four holes provided and four screws. Once the box has been secured, fit the caps provided over the screws to ensure a seal. Only use the holes provided with the appropriate caps or your installation will not be fully IP66 rated.
Fixing and connecting the RCD:
- Loosen all of the terminal screws
- Strip off 10mm of insulation from the ends of each of the conductors
- Position the Red or Brown insulated conductor from the supply into the terminal marked LINE A/P
- Position the Black or Blue insulated conductor from the supply into the terminal marked LINE N
- Position the Red or Brown insulated from the conductor from the socket or appliance into the terminal marked RCD A/P
- Position the Black or Blue insulated conductor from the appliance into the terminal marked RCD N
- If the appliance requires and earth, use the Green terminal supplied to connect the supply Earth to the appliance Earth
- Tighten all of the terminal screws
- Locate the RCD onto the front of the box, ensuring the seal s in place
- Tighten the four screws on the front of the RCD
- Fit the four caps (found on the back of the RCD) over the screw heads to ensure a good seal
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
Using your RCD
The cover over the RCD is secured by means of a latch. To open this cover, depress the latch and swing the cover open. When access is not required, make sure the latch locates properly. By doing this, the seal is maintained and the full IP66 rating applies.
Test instructions
- Press RESET button and check the indicator has changed from BLACK to RED
- Press TEST button and check the indicator has changed from RED to BLACK (if your RCD fails this above text, do not use and contact a qualified electrician)
- Press RESET button to activate your RCD and operate appliance or tool as normal
Product warranty
12 months
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