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<blockquote data-quote="Denis Shaughnessy" data-source="post: 513877" data-attributes="member: 33902"><p>Hi,</p><p></p><p>I am contemplating a switch from oil-fired central heating to electrical (notwithstanding the horrendous increase in running costs that will entail). However, when I consider the peak energy demands from all the significant appliances in my house, collectively they exceed the 100amp fuse rating on my mains. I understand it is possible to fit a relay to ensure that, for example, when an electric shower is used, power to an electric boiler is temporarily switched off. Are there switching systems that provide more flexibility than simply switching between two devices? For example, could it be arranged that power to an electric boiler is turned off if the aggregate consumption through the consumer unit exceeds a certain threshold?</p><p></p><p>All advice gratefully received!</p><p></p><p>Many thanks,</p><p></p><p>Denis</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Denis Shaughnessy, post: 513877, member: 33902"] Hi, I am contemplating a switch from oil-fired central heating to electrical (notwithstanding the horrendous increase in running costs that will entail). However, when I consider the peak energy demands from all the significant appliances in my house, collectively they exceed the 100amp fuse rating on my mains. I understand it is possible to fit a relay to ensure that, for example, when an electric shower is used, power to an electric boiler is temporarily switched off. Are there switching systems that provide more flexibility than simply switching between two devices? For example, could it be arranged that power to an electric boiler is turned off if the aggregate consumption through the consumer unit exceeds a certain threshold? All advice gratefully received! Many thanks, Denis [/QUOTE]
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