Switched Shaver socket

[wiz]

Hi
Just installed new mirror with built in shaver socket. I now find out the shaver socket is switched. ie the light in the mirror have to be on before socket is energised.
I can just move one wire to avoid the switch but is there any reason you can think of why I can't do this? 240 goes from mains via switch to lights then spurs off to transformer 240 -240 (80ma) then to shaver socket
Reason I want it non switched is to charge tooth brushes

Thanks
Ossie

[johnscarlet]

Is this not notifiable work under Part P Regs ?

[wiz]

Not sure!
There was an existing shaver socket I just replaced it for a mirror with built in socket.
Does this need certification?

[IronGiant]

If it constitutes an alteration to an existing installation in a bathroom then I think it does. It hangs on whether the mirror/light/socket constitutes a replacement of the socket or an alteration to it.

Dave

[dazza1011]

the fact that you're asking this question gives me reason to assume you dont know what your doing.

If that is the case leave well alone especially as it is in the bathroom.
Is it that that much of a chore to leave the light on for an hour to recharge toothbrush?

[nheather]

I did it on mine quite a few years ago.

Electrically, there is no problem with it.

I assume you are contemplating modifying the mirror lighting unit itself.

As for regs, I'm not sure. You are modifying the wiring of a light fitting that is attached to the mains wiring rather than modifying the mains wiring itself.

For example if you have electrical work done on a washing machine - that doesn't come under regs. But because it has a plug it can be considered a portable appliance.

But what if you have some repair work done on a built-in oven - does that come under the regs - I'm not sure.

I believe you can remove a light switch and replace it with another without having to get certification.

So if you remove the mirror unit and fit it with a different one (one that doesn't have switched shaver socket) then that might not need re-certification.

That's how I would rationalise it to myself. Whether right or wrong I'm not 100% sure.

Cheers,

Nigel