Which does rule it out being a potential problem now I assume?
Dishwasher still tripping after leak repair
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Which does rule it out being a potential problem now I assume?
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No, not necessarily - you are seeing the RCD trip, when you use the machine and to use the machine that switch has to be on.
RCD's are triggered to trip, by a difference in the amount of current, when comparing the L to N - any difference of more than 30mA, which is to enable it to detect when current might be flowing from the L, through you and to earth. Some current can also flow from the N to earth if they are shorted, which would also usually trip the RCD.
I'm getting confused now by this original potentially damaged socket.
The dishwasher isn't connected to that socket now, it's connected to another socket in the kitchen. via extension lead.
So can it still be problematic, despite being switched off at the countertop and with nothing plugged in? It's technically dead isn't it?
Turned off at the counter top isolating switch - no it cannot cause the RCD to trip, even if the socket is faulty. However, if the machine is faulty, then that can still trip the RCD, no matter which socket you plug it into.
Just to reassure you, some of these intermittent faults can be very difficult to track down. The greater the number of circuits controlled by one single RCD, the more difficult it becomes.
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Haha, well that's what causes me stress - would much prefer if it was straightforward! Doesn't help I'm a worry wart over things anyway.
Thanks for the help.
Electrician came this morning, but his tester packed up yesterday so has had to order a new one! Typical!
He's changed the socket, but was wondering if the plug could be overheating because the dishwasher buts up quite close to the socket. And he thinks that the tripping on the extension lead could be coincidental.
We'll see how things go for now, but he's going to come back and test once he gets the new equipment or his old one fixed.
He's changed the socket, but was wondering if the plug could be overheating because the dishwasher buts up quite close to the socket. And he thinks that the tripping on the extension lead could be coincidental.
We'll see how things go for now, but he's going to come back and test once he gets the new equipment or his old one fixed.
Well, I did notice the plug getting a bit warm on the extension lead when running the dishwasher. Should that happen??
I have been thinking of buying a replacement plug as well, they're around £15 for a genuine Bosch one. Just to see.
Plugs, running at 3kw for extended periods, can get warm - yes.
£15 seems silly, why genuine Bosch? Just buy a decent quality 13amp plug top.
Because the machine is under warranty and best to use original parts? I don't know really, just seems more sensible?!
Plus I can't find a cable that's the same for cheaper - it looks like it's got an unique fitting. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bosch-DA01...s=bosch+dishwasher+plug&qid=1639477876&sr=8-4
No he needs to buy a complete plug, not just a top.
Waste of money. A new one will make no difference. At least wait till your spark conforms this.
Well the electrician charged £45 this morning for being with us an hour, so I don't see £15 being that much just to see if the old plug/cable could have had some water damage after leak.
So when you find it makes no difference what will be the next item you randomly change? To keep changing parts without testing them is a waste of money and time. Let the sparks test the cable when he comes.
The matter of plug removal affecting warranty was discussed at length, so the lead could be passed through a worktop. The decision was that no it would not affect the warranty, cutting the plug off and fitting a replacement for the moulded on one, was a reasonable thing to do.
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