WHY DOES MY SAFETY SWITCH KEEP TRIPPING?

WHY DOES MY SAFETY SWITCH KEEP TRIPPING?


We all know the feeling – we turn the kettle on and the power goes out, or you decide it’s time to do some ironing and, the minute the iron is on, the safety switch trips. Although it may seem frustrating, this is the safety switch doing exactly what it is designed to do – protect you from an electric shock. In saying this, if your safety switch is constantly tripping or there doesn’t appear to be a reason behind it tripping, there may be a bigger issue that needs investigating by a licenced electrician.

Because we know how annoying a constantly tripping safety switch is (don’t get too mad though, as it is just doing its job), we have put together a guide of what to do if your safety switch keeps tripping, and who to call if you are having ongoing issues. If you still aren’t sure, always call your local electrician to help as dealing with electrical wiring can be very dangerous.

WHAT IS A SAFETY SWITCH?

A safety switch is just like its name suggests – a switch for electrical safety. A safety switch is designed to protect against electric shock and it does this by measuring the current going out and coming back, and can detect the smallest leakage of current. They protect people against faulty appliances, fittings and electrical faults by ‘tripping off’ when a leakage is detected.

Find out more here:

https://www.staticelectrics.com.au/electricians-blog/why-does-my-safety-switch-keep-tripping/

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