Understanding the UK Plug Type

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*Front:* 13A plug voltage

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230v

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*Front:* 13A plug fuse ratings

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1,3,5,10,13

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*Front:* Plug pin material

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Brass

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*Front:* Earth pin length

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than live and neutral

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*Front:* Common misconception: Plug safety

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do not prevent electric shock

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*Front:* Plug wiring colour: Live

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Brown

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*Front:* Plug wiring colour: Neutral

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Blue

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*Front:* Plug wiring colour: Earth

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and yellow

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*Front:* Safety tip: Plug insertion

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fully inserted

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*Front:* Common misconception: Plug overheating

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always due to high current