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When I switch on the washing machine my fuse box switches off all elec

Posted by Kat , on
When I switch on the washing machine my fuse box switches off all electricity. I've already replaced the fuse. Do I need electrician or just new wasing machine?

Les Ward

Hi Kat, it sounds as if the washing machine is tripping the RCD in your consumer unit. You have the option of repairing or replacing the machine, which really depends on the age of the machine and whether you have any extended guarantee or other cover.
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