Ease
of fitting and alignment of the accessory is achieved by the adjustable
grid. At Wandsworth we are unique in our application of the grid
mounting principle across the majority of our range of accessories.
An elongated fixing lug enables the accessory to be aligned correctly even
when the box is not truly square in the wall.
The grid mounting method allows the wiring to be connected without fixing
the cover plate, this enables the decoration work to be completed before
final fix, ensuring that the cover plate is not damaged by plaster or paint.
The grid mounting principle also ensures that long-term maintenance costs
are minimised – the electrical interior, or plate can be replaced
independently without bearing the cost of the complete accessory.
Because the cover plates can and should be fitted just prior to hand over,
potentially valuable plates are not susceptible to damage or loss on site.
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Nearly all Series 2 range
plates are fitted to the grid in the traditional manner – via
plate fixing screws. The accessory interior can be connected
(1), fixed into the back box (2), leaving the cover plate
fitting until after decoration (3).
Series 2 switches and sockets
will fit into a BS4662 back box with a minimum depth
of 35mm.
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The Series 3 range plates
and switch interiors snap together without fixing screws,
providing the installer with a quick and easy installation
and the designer with a smooth and elegant finishto complement
the interior.
The accessory back box and cabling are first installed (1),
the grid is fitted after decoration and the wiring is fed through
the grid aperture (2), the switch interior is snapped into
the grid aperture (3) and the cover plate is simply clipped
onto the grid before hand over (4).
The Series 3 concept ensures that the installer has all of
the benefits of a plate mounted accessory whilst retaining
the flexibility of a grid mounting accessory.
Series 3 switches (when de-rated
to 10amps) will fit into a BS4662 back box with a minimum
depth of 25mm. Sockets will fit into minimum 35mm deep
back boxes to BS4662. The Series 3 grid incorporates
a polycarbonate bezel surround (Registered Design 2036678/9)
containing the patented clip feature which securely retains
the front plate. The bezel also provides aprotective
barrier between the plate and the wall surface. The polycarbonate
bezel is visible on the installed accessory when viewed
from the side angle, but as it is moulded from a clear
material, the wall finish shows through rendering it
virtually invisible.
