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Outside socket box

Posted by Jacky Mccusker, on
Want to install outside socket, I have an outside light with a switch internally, can I replace light with a waterproof twin socket leaving switch inside so I can turn off power to sockets when not in use
Chris Brown

Chris Brown

Couple of issues here First is the cable big enough to run a 13amp appliance? Is it supplied from the sockets via a fused spur or from a lighting circuit If supplied from a light circuit then maximum load would only be 6amp. Not enough for lawnmower, etc

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