Blagdon Powersafe User manual

THE POWERSAFE GUIDE TO
OUTDOOR TWIN SOCKET
Congratulations on buying a Blagdon Powersafe outdoor twin socket. This easy to install
system has been designed with numerous advanced features to help you safely enjoy the
convenience of outdoor sockets in your garden. Please take the time to read this guide
carefully to ensure that you get the maximum safety and benefits from this product.
IMPORTANT: Please attach proof of purchase to this manual and file in a safe place.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR POWERSAFE OUTDOOR TWIN SOCKET WIRING & ASSEMBLY
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
IMPORTANT: If this product is installed using a Blagdon Powersafe armoured garden power supply fitted
with a flexible lead to a three pin plug, in conjunction with a circuit breaker as recommended in the
installation guide. It would not therefore be deemed to be a permanent part of the house wiring and
would not fall within the scope of Part P of the building regulations. However if the product is wired
directly into a fixed wiring spur, it will fall under part P of the building regulations and must be installed by
a qualified electrician or in consultation with a building control officer.
MAXIMUM LOAD PER OUTLET
POWER STATUS INDICATOR LIGHT
Voltage 220-240V
Hertz 50/60Hz
Safety IP56 CE
Cable size 4-9mm
Maximum power per outlet 2200w
combined three line outs 2200w
INSTALLATION
SOCKETBOX MOUNTING
The Socketbox should be situated
in a site that is protected from:
•Flooding
•Extreme heat
•Physical damage
•Tampering by adults
and children
Powersafe circuit breaker
plugged into standard
household 3-pin socket.
• • •• ••
Hole drilled through door/
window frame or wall &
sealed with weatherproof putty.
Pre-wired plug &
socket adaptor &
fixing bracket.
Metal sheathed armoured
cable can be buried, fixed to
fence, or run above ground.
Connects armoured
cable to pre-wired
50cm rubber cable.
Powersafe Remote
Control Socket Box
(triple outlet).
RCD
Circuit
Breaker
Mains Plug
Mains Socket
Cable cleats
Socket
Bracket 1
Plug
Above Ground
Buried cable
marking tape
50cm
30cm
Min
Hidden through
shrubs and plants
30cm
Min
40cm
Max
Twin
Socket Box
Power to appliances
from socketbox
Socket
Bracket 2
Plug
Below Ground
IMPORTANT: IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED FULLY TO ENSURE
THAT THE PRODUCT IS BOTH WEATHERPROOF AND SAFE TO USE.
WARNING: A Residual Current Device (RCD), also
known as the Residual Current Circuit Breaker (RCCB),
with a tripping current not exceeding 30mA must be
installed in the supply circuit. A means of disconnection
from the supply having a contact separation of at least
3mm in all poles must be incorporated in the wiring.
CABLE PREPARATION
20mm
5mm
IMPORTANT: Switch off and isolate the power
supply and ensure that all parts are clean and
dry before fitting.
The Socket Box has been designed to work with circular
smooth sheathed cables only. The cable glands supplied
allow fitting of cables between 4mm - 9mm diameter.
Use the smallest suitable gland size.
INSTALLATION GUIDE: Shown using a Powersafe Armoured Garden Power supply and plug in RCD (sold separately).
SPARES/ACCESSORIES
PART DESCRIPTION SPARE
Fixing bracket 1040389
Fixing bracket screws & plug set 1040396
10 amp fuse 1050692
Powersafe Garden Power Spike 1050272
Rubber Seals Kit 1050715
ELECTRICAL STANDARDS STATE THAT:
•ALL OUTDOOR POWER SUPPLIES MUST BE PROTECTED
BY A CIRCUIT BREAKER.
•ALL OUTDOOR ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS MUST COMPLY
WITH OUTDOOR WEATHERPROOF SAFETY STANDARDS.
•ALL POWER SUPPLIES ACROSS THE GARDEN MUST BE
CARRIED BY METAL SHEATHED ARMOURED CABLE.
IF BURIED, WARNING TAPE MUST BE APPLIED.
You can take power to your pond/garden using a Blagdon
Powersafe Armoured Garden Power Supply and plug in RCD.
This provides safe, legal and easy DIY power to your pond or
garden. Other garden power products are available in the
Blagdon Powersafe range.
The Powersafe socket box is supplied with a mounting
bracket, four screws and wall plugs for convenient
wall or post mounting, contained within this carton.
If a suitable wall or post are not available it is recommended that a
Powersafe garden power spike is purchased (see Spares/Accessories).
This allows for convenient and safe placement of all of the Powersafe
range of switch and socket boxes. It is also ideal for installations away
from a wall, as it prevents damage from splashing and flooding whilst
conforming to electrical safety standards recommended 30cm minimum
ground clearance for outdoor power installations.
SLIDES INTO
MOUNTING
BRACKET
POWERSAFE
PRODUCT
57CM
HIGH
POLE
25CM SPIKE
INTO GROUND
MOUNTING
BRACKETS x2
POWERSAFE GARDEN POWER SPIKE
(SOLD SEPARATELY)
GREEN LIGHT
POWER ON
NO LIGHT
POWER OFF/
FUSE HAS
BLOWN
FUSE
10AMP SPARE FUSE
LINE OUT 1
MAX - 2200W LINE OUT 2
MAX - 2200W
LINE OUT 3
MAX - 2200W
LINE IN: 230V
10A (FUSED)
2200W (MAX)
INDICATOR
EXTRA SAFE
•IP56 Weatherproof connecters
•Maximum load fuse protected
•LED Power supply active indicator
SIMPLE TO USE AND INSTALL
•Easy to replace pop out fuse (spare included)
•Integrated wall or post mounting bracket
•Plug and socket power link cable provided
EASY, SAFE, SIMPLE &
FLEXIBLE GARDEN POWER
POWERSAFE
TWIN SOCKET
TRIPLE 2.2KW OUTLETS
•2x Three pin sockets
•1x Plug and socket
outlet/power link
COMPATIBLE
WITH ANY
POWERSAFE
PRODUCT
Flexible linking
system option
Power outlets
to pond/garden
Additional
mains outlet
or 30cm
mains link
cable
Mains
power in
ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE OF OUTDOOR SOCKETS IN YOUR GARDEN
EASY, SAFE, SIMPLE &
FLEXIBLE GARDEN POWER
OUTDOOR TWIN SOCKET
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PLUG & SOCKET OUTLET FLEXIBLE POWER LINK OPTIONS
FUSE REPLACEMENT
FAULTS, PROBLEMS PROCEDURE & GUARANTEE
If a fuse has failed no light will appear corresponding to the outlet that has failed ,Please note that if the
power supply to the outdoor socket has been switched off or interrupted due to a Circuit breaker,
or fuse from the mains supply isolating the twin socket the outlet indicator light will not illuminate.
See ‘Power Status Indicator Light’ diagram over the page for status of the twin outdoor socket fuse.
Before replacing the fuse please check the manufactures manual of the appliance that has caused the fuse
to blow. The product may exceed the stated maximum power per outlet ( see diagram ) or may be faulty
and in need of replacement or servicing.
Important always switch off the mains power and isolate the socket box before removing the fuse cover.
Note a spare 10amp fuse (see diagram, right) is included
for your convenience. Further spare fuses can be ordered
(see ‘Spares/Accessories’ for description and spare codes.
1. Unscrew the fuse holder using a flat head screwdriver.
2. Remove the fuse from the fuse holder.
3. Gently push the new fuse into the fuse holder.
4. Replace the fuse holder ensuring that it is fully screwed
into place.
5. Turn on the mains power, the outlet indicator will return
to its set position, green on, no light if the fuse has blown
again or if the socket box is still not receiving mains power.
OPENING THE TWIN SOCKET COVERS
INSERTING A PLUG & LOCKING THE TWIN SOCKET COVERS
1. Using a coin or screwdriver,
turn the lock from the ‘locked’
to ‘unlocked’ position.
2. Push the slide cover
down 5mm to release
the cover
3. Lift the cover
vertically.
2.
Part the cable
seal, insert the
cable and close
the cable seal
over the cable.
3.
Close the
cover fully
4. Slide the
locking cover
up to secure
(whilst the cover
is fully closed)
5. For safety,
turn the cover
lock back to the
locked position.
1
2
3
4
5
1x SOCKET OUTLET / FLEXIBLE LINKING SYSTEM OPTION
FLEXIBLE POWER LINK OPTIONS
The Powersafe twin socket has an additional third plug
and socket outlet. This power outlet can be used to
power any appliance in the garden with the same
maximum 2.2kw load as the two three pin sockets.
The Plug and socket outlet connecter can also be used
to link the mains power to a additional Twin socket, or
Powersafe switchbox. A 30cm pre prepared link cable for
this purpose has been supplied. Please follow the mains
power input instructions on the additional product fully.
IMPORTANT: Please note that the three combined line
outs must not exceed a total of 2200w when used together.
PLUG & SOCKET
OUTLET WITH
POWER LINK TO
SWITCHBOX
PLUG & SOCKET
MAINS OUTLET
MAINS IN
ADDITIONAL
MAINS OUTLET
MAINS IN
30CM LINK
CABLE
SWITCHBOX
MULTIPLE OUTLETS
POP OUT
FUSE LOCATION
FUSE
HOLDER
FUSE
FUSE
HOLDER
1.
Insert
the plug
fully into
the socket
IMPORTANT: If a number of Powersafe twin socket boxes and switchboxes are linked together the
combined maximum load for all line outs must not exceed the maximum 2200w. If the total load
exceeds 2200w the fuse in the first twin outdoor socket will blow, if this happens turn off/remove
excess load before replacing the fuse in the first outdoor twin socket.
SPARE
10AMP FUSE
Before returning your Powersafe Twin Socket to your dealer or contacting our Consumer Advice
Department, please carry out the following steps. This will solve most problems quickly and easily.
1. Ensure electrical procedures have been followed fully. Check fuses and any cable connectors.
Check mains fuse and mains RCD.
2. Return socket box to the point of purchase for inspection and advice (you will need proof of purchase).
CONSUMER ADVICE CONTACT DETAILS
Interpet (Blagdon) Consumer Advice Department, Vincent Lane, Dorking, Surrey RH4 3YX
Telephone: [phone] (Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm except Bank Holidays - Times may vary)
Fax: [phone] E-mail: [email protected]
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against defects in material and workmanship for 2 years from the date of
purchase, under normal usage. The guarantee DOES NOT APPLY in case of improper use, negligence,
lack of maintenance or accidental damage to the Twin Socket. If the Twin Socket fails due to a
manufacturing fault within this period it will be either repaired or replaced free of charge.
Liability is limited to replacement of the faulty product only; no other costs will be reimbursed.
This guarantee is not transferable and does not affect your statutory rights. This guarantee does not confer
any rights other than those expressly set out above. Excludes fuses and seals, which may require replacing
annually. If any parts need replacing, spares are available from your retailer.
PLUG & SOCKET WIRING
SOCKET CAP / LOCKING RING TOOL
Insert Locking
Ring Tool Locating Slot
PLUG AND SOCKET
WIRING TERMINALS
Twist to
lock/unlock
CONNECTION &
DISCONNECTION
MAINS POWER IN SOCKET
POWER OUT / LINK
OUTLET PLUG
Gland Nut
Gland Cage
Gland
Plug Locking
Cap
Plug Housing
Plug Insert
Insert Locking Ring
Socket Insert
Socket Housing
Gland
Cable
Gland Nut
Gland Cage
B. PLUG OUTLETS
WIRING
DIAGRAM
A. SOCKET INPUT
WIRING DIAGRAM
A. MAINS POWER IN B. MAINS POWER OUT
LINK OUTLET
E
LN
Always wire the socket to the mains supply. Always wire the plug to the appliance to be fitted.
1. Remove the green cable gland and thread it over the prepared cable.
2. Remove the Gland cage and thread it over the cable curved face first.
3. Remove the green gland and thread this over the cable curved face first.
Important: Use the smallest suitable gland size provided to suit the cable being fitted.
The cable gland should be fitted with the cone end facing into the socket housing.
4. Remove the green threaded insert locking ring with the insert locking ring tool/socket cap provided
and place to one side in a safe place.
5. The yellow socket or plug insert is now free to be removed.
6. Thread the prepared cable which has the Gland/Gland cage/Gland nut already threaded onto it
through the grey socket or plug housing fully to allow easy wiring of the socket or plug insert.
7. The insert should be wired according to the following: (See Fig.A over page)
Yellow/green (E) symbol earth cable inserted into (E) symbol cable block and secure firmly with
cable block screw
Blue (N) Neutral cable inserted into (N) cable block and secure firmly with cable block screw
Brown (L) Live cable inserted into (L) cable block and secure firmly with cable block screw
8. Insert the yellow socket or plug insert into the grey socket or plug housing fully insuring that the plug
or socket is aligned and seated into position. (Note: use locating slot provided for correct location)
9. Replace the green insert locking ring fully using the cap tool provided.
10. Push the gland along the cable fully into the socket or plug housing.
11. Push the gland cage along the cable fully onto the gland.
12. Thread the green gland nut fully onto the grey socket housing insuring that it is firmly screwed together.
Repeat the procedure on both plug and socket. Your Plug or socket is now ready for use.
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