Tuesday, Jul 02, 2013 at 00:11
ywiki posted:
[1]Just googled the AMPFIBIAN web site they state that the unit is water resistant then further on they state the unit is weatherproof, nowhere does it state watertight, so have emailed them to ask about being water tight will be interesting to see what there response is going to be.
[2]Maybe wrap in a plastic bag and tie to a post?
[3]Also the AMPFIBIAN has a 1.8 metre lead, does not that contravene the regs as it cannot now be considered a continuous length.
[4]Or have I missed something. It is expensive $300 + Kiwi with no outlets here so add postage etc
.[5] Maybe I should become an agent! Won't make a fortune though as the plastic bag is popular. ( In NZ)
[6]Still going to consider my option of purchasing, best to be potentially safer than sorry. Insurance companies like to find any excuse not to pay up. I wonder if it is acceptable to insurance companies.
Too cold at moment for a glass of beer but shot of Rum good to take the chill away.
TerryM {end quote}
Hi TerryM
All good sensible questions
So leaving the "comic characters" ? out with their stupid comments,
here are the factual answers
[1]
The unit is approved with an IP 44 rating
Which means it is WEATER PROOF IN OPERATION as supplied does not need wrapping in anything
IT also has the necessary MECHANICAL protection features such as IMPACT resistance
THAT is what is required by the Standards
It does not require pressure testing for submersion as that would be EXTREMELY DIFFICULT & costly to achieve
& not a justifiable requirement
[2]
It Does not require any additional WEATHER proofing protection
IF it did it would not have been approved to IP44[as required by AS 3001
Despite our "unknowlegable" friend's claims THAT could never be achieved or approved with ANY IMPROVISED PLASTIC wraps or bags!!!
[3]
No, it does not contravene the Standards AS IT IS AN APPROVED ADAPTER [not an extension lead or
home made non approved lead with NO safety features] as are required for an adapter which has to meet specific requirements of Standard AS 3195 "portable RCD protected outlet units"
This Standard sets:
[a] the limits on the INLET cable length
[b]The retention of ALL connections INCLUDING THE PLUG & SOCKET CONNECTION in the unit from partial or full pull out in service[VERY important]
&another feature where the Jaycar unit fails to meet the [Requirements of the Standard AS 3001.]
[c]The 10Aoverload circuit breaker & RCD to minimize the risk of fire & electric shock
[4]
The unit had to pass ALL the TESTs &requirements of mulitple Standards & is a low volume production product
While foolish people continue to promote the use of ILLEGAL, NON APPROVED, potentially dangerous,
home made adapters the cost will remain high
[5]
Unfortunately when people are not aware of the Laws they may do the wrong thing ,but that will not save them if things go wrong
MY problem is with those with NO QUALIFICATIONS OR KNOWLEDGE OF WHY THE STANDARDS HAVE CERTAIN STIPULATIONS, giving advice then trying by all means to justify such advise to others
I hope SOME will understand & not follow such stupidity!!
[6 ]
Apart from CONSCIENCE if some one was injured or died ,property damaged, INSURANCE can be a very important factor
A primary reason,All Electrical Standards quoted above exist in the RV situation is to PROTECT LIVES & PROPERTY
Is saving around $250 worth that risk??
I repeat I HAVE NO INTERESTS OF ASNY SORT IN THIS PRODUCT
Mine is a SAFETY message, Knowing the outcomes of such use
The decisionon who to follow,,a truck driver or some one
well qualified in the electrical field is up to each individual to decide
IIF ANYONE has further SENSIBLE questions I will endevour to answer
PeterQ
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