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Question
Tick(✓) the correct choice in the following:
A three pin plug is connected to the lead for a 1 kW electric iron to be
used on a 250 V supply. Which of the following statements is not correct?
Options
The fuse should be fitted in the I ive wire.
The live wire is coloured brown.
A 13 ampere fuse is the most suitable rating to use.
The yellow and green wire should be connected to the earth pin.
The blue wire should be connected to the neutral side of the mains.
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Solution
A 13 ampere fuse is the most suitable rating to use.
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