How to change water heater 3 pin plug and socket to Dual-Pole Switch

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  • Опубліковано 7 січ 2025

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  • @iskandarbz
    @iskandarbz Рік тому +1

    Currently using the storage water heater type. Had I known the usefulness of the gas type I would have gone the gas water heater route. I could have run a hot water line to my sink and that would have made washing dishes easier. Speaking of storage water type, typically I would run it before my shower. When showering I have a habit of switching it off. The storage water heater can keep hot water for quite a while. And more than enough for a short shower.

    • @layercake666
      @layercake666 Рік тому

      Courts selling table top dishwasher with build in hot water function.

    • @iskandarbz
      @iskandarbz Рік тому

      @@layercake666 counter top dishwashers has it limits as big pots can't fit unless you have those freestanding ones. Nonetheless makes life easier. Even Xiaomi countertop dishwashers are quite good. So yeah good to have the 2nd option of washing in the sink with hot water.

    • @layercake666
      @layercake666 Рік тому

      @@iskandarbz Those free standing ones is massive in size but I see they have blue ticks which saves water.

    • @iskandarbz
      @iskandarbz Рік тому

      @@layercake666 yeah. I could not accommodate a free standing one for my bto kitchen. Have been considering a counter top dishwasher but it's still a want and counter top spaces are precious. If I were to get a bigger resale house I would consider the freestanding ones

  • @awgberuang5745
    @awgberuang5745 5 місяців тому

    hi..is it possible to just connect the earth wire with tape only? because the 20a switch I bought has no place for the earth wire.

  • @cathscookingside0211
    @cathscookingside0211 8 місяців тому

    Hi, I just have some few questions. Hopefully, you'll be able to answer. Thank you.
    1. For a 4.5kW electric water heater, what's the size(mm²) of the cable should be use?
    2. What's the Amp rating for the cable?
    3. What's the Amp rating for the ON/OFF switch?

  • @moccy
    @moccy 7 місяців тому

    Hi, thanks a lot for the video. I have a question, currently my water heater is still connected to a 3 pin plug. The switch button is old so it can be quite loose. Some electrician said it's enough to change to dual pole switch, some said need to rewire the entire thing. In your experience, is changing to dual pole switch as per your video is safe enough?

  • @ltll612
    @ltll612 10 місяців тому

    Can I ask, for the earth wire from water heater, does it have to connect to the right or left top corner of the switch? Thanks.

    • @ThePunggolHandyMan
      @ThePunggolHandyMan  10 місяців тому +1

      Does not matter there is a metal bar which links the two.. its mote for convenience

    • @ltll612
      @ltll612 10 місяців тому

      ​@@ThePunggolHandyManThanks!

  • @fikotai
    @fikotai Місяць тому

    Thanks bro

  • @khiandsiefan65151
    @khiandsiefan65151 9 місяців тому

    Can I change my normal switch to a 20a switch to power my vent hood?

    • @ThePunggolHandyMan
      @ThePunggolHandyMan  9 місяців тому

      Nope.. 20A refers to the entire circuit.. normal circuit only have 1 live wire inside.. a 20A Circuit has live neutral and earth

  • @GaiLeongLai
    @GaiLeongLai 11 місяців тому

    Hi, can the heater switch of 20A convert to normal power socket of 13A for usage of home appliances? Will this prone to jeopardise the home appliance lifespan?

    • @ThePunggolHandyMan
      @ThePunggolHandyMan  11 місяців тому +1

      Yea! 20A is like a speed limit. You can drive slower than that

    • @GaiLeongLai
      @GaiLeongLai 11 місяців тому

      @@ThePunggolHandyMan thx, can I get yr help?

    • @ThePunggolHandyMan
      @ThePunggolHandyMan  11 місяців тому

      Unfortunately I don't do house calls anymore!

    • @GaiLeongLai
      @GaiLeongLai 11 місяців тому

      Ok appreciated for your valuable info though. Thanks a lot for your channel that changes life. 😊👍👍

    • @ThePunggolHandyMan
      @ThePunggolHandyMan  11 місяців тому +1

      Wah I'm touched by your support