retrotouch SIMPLICITY Shaver Socket User manual
WIRE IDENTIFICATION - Twin & Earth Cable
As from 1st April 2004 new colour codes for hard wire installations was introduced.
EARTH = Green/Yellow Sleeving
NEUTRAL = Black (pre Apr 04) / Blue (After Apr 04)
LIVE = Red (Pre Apr 04 / Brown (After Apr 04)
To prevent re hazard always use correct rating cable, size & type for the application.
INSTALLATION
Important: Please read the safety warning before commencing any work.
1. Remove trim cover to access xing holes by inserting a at headed screw
driver into the aperture on the under side of the switch and twist to remove.
2. Remove the xing screws (2) from the bag supplied.
3. Undo the terminal screws until they no longer obstruct the cable entry holes.
4. Trim wires to correct length allow cable to reach terminals comfortably.
5. Strip back the insulation (plastic sheath) on the cable to approx 7 to 8mm.
6. Caution: An earth wire must be tted if a metal mounting box is used
7. If mounted into a plastic mounting box the earth lead must be fully insulated to
prevent earth wire touching live parts or a push-in earth terminal.
8. Connect the wires to the correct terminals according to the marking on the
back of the product and wiring diagram.
9. When replacing a switch, take note of the wire positions and terminal markings
on the old switch.
10. Carefully push the wired unit back into the mounting box, ensuring the cables
are not trapped or pinched.
11. Fit and tighten the xing screws as supplied. Do not over tighten the screws as
it may cause damage to the front plate or the mounting box threads.
Technical queries should be made to Retrotouch Technical Sales and Service Department
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SAFETY WARNING
Before use please read carefully and use in accordance with these safety instructions.
Before commencing any electrical work ensure the supply is switched OFF at the
mains. Either by switching off the consumer unit or by removing the appropriate fuse.
This product should be installed in accordance with the relevant sections of the building
regulations code and in accordance with the latest edition of IEE regulations (BS 7671).
It is very important that all connections are made as instructed, cables are not stressed and terminal
screwsarefullytightnedandchecked.Allsocketsmustbeearthedandearthleadssucientlysleeved.
Ensureallelectricalconnectionsarefullysecuredandproductissecurelyscrewedtothemountingbox
before turning the mains electricity supply back on.
Read the instructions carefully before starting the installation process and keep them safe
for future reference. DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RATED WATTAGE OF SOCKET
IF IN ANY DOUBT, PLEASE CONTACT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
WARNING
Do not exceed the load rating as shown on the back of the product
Retrotouch (UK) Ltd, Suite 1 Kelvin House, Kelvin Way, Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 9SE.
U.K. Tel: + 44 (0) 1293 279426 Fax: +44 (0) 1293 471444 email: [email protected]
DUAL VOLATAGE SHAVER SOCKET (FOR
SHAVER ONLY)
FRONT COVER REMOVAL
To remove trim cover to access xing holes, insert a at headed screw
driver into the aperture on the under side of the switch (as shown) and
twist to remove.
MOUNTING BOX
Shaver Socket (47mm back box)
SPECIFICATION
Input Voltage: 250V ~ 50Hz
Output Voltage: 0 - 115 - 240V~
Wattage: 20W (FOR SHAVERS ONLY)
Dimension: 146 x 86 mm
Products certied in accordance with BS3535:1996 and BS4573:1970
standards.
Flat Aperture Recess
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DUAL VOLTAGE SHAVER SOCKET
Simplicity Shaver Socket is compatible with the following plugs:
1. British 5mm Dia Pins on 16.6mm
Pitch (230V Socket)
2. European 4mm Dia. Pins on 17 to
19mm Pitch (230V Socket) Standard C5.
3. Australian 6.5 x 1.6 Flat Blades each
set at 30° from the vertical on a
nominal pitch of 13.7mm (230V Socket)
4. American 6.6 x 1.6 at horizontal
blades on 12.7mm Pitch (115V Socket)
Please follow the diagram and
ensure the safety warning and
installation guide are read and followed
before commencing any work.
N = Neutral = EARTH L= Live
N E L
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