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Subject Topic: Electric Mains Hook up - RCD
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25/7/2017 at 10:22am
 Location: Bedford
 Outfit: Royal Bordeaux 6 select ZG
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Off camping this weekend.   New to all this electric hook up. I purchased a hook up lead from a friend - it has all the correct fittings and a four plug lead on the end.     However, on reading about hook-up safety this one doesn't have an RCD unit.
Can I use it on its own - we are going to run an electric cool box and an electric 2-ring cooker.   Plus will be using it for charging phones, tablets and hair dryer.
If I need to include RCD - can I buy one to attach and where would I buy one from?
Thanks for your help.


25/7/2017 at 10:45am
 Location: Littleborough Lancashire
 Outfit: Vauxhall Zafira & tent
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I think you will need a proper hook up unit. I've recently got one of these, delivered within 2 days!

https://m.millets.co.uk/product/white-eurohike-mobile-mains-kit/023011/?gclid=Cj0KEQjw2NvLBRCjsq-Qq6TjwecBEiQAF98GMfUo5QmOgJ-ybbuKg7XT1onGcGgnqSAxLMYiOF8faLMaAlEI8P8HAQ

Regards, dave


25/7/2017 at 11:01am
 Location: West Midlands
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Not sure if this advice is what you've been reading, but you do need an RCD built into the unit.



25/7/2017 at 12:43pm
 Location: Cheshire
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If it is just a commando plug with a regular 4 gang socket on the other end I would throw it in the nearest bin and go and buy a proper hookup. They aren't safe for camping.

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25/7/2017 at 12:43pm
 Location: Bedford
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Thank you for your responses.    I'll ditch the one I have and make sure I have the safety one.



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