Electric Shower Cord

[cassa333]

Hi,

The electric shower only works when you pull the cord to activate the elctris then you switch the shower on.

The cord has stopped working.

Should I just get the cord switch fixed or get it retired to just be on?

I'm not sure I have Made myself clear but it is a bit like the trip switch before you can use the shower!!

Thanks

[alavahalf]

The switch isolates the power supply to shower unit .. it needs to be replaced as there are usually no serviceable parts inside them.
It is a heavy power supply to an instant shower and should not be messed with if you dont know what you are doing. It is a fairly simple job though ... isolate the power supply at the consumer unit, remove the ceiling switch and re-fit the new one. Turn the power on again and test.

[paddywak]

Buy a new one they only cost £4-6.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/s/?ie=UTF8&keywords=bathroom+shower+switch&tag=mh0a9-21&index=aps&hvadid=1391715925&hvqmt=b&;hvbmt=bb&hvdev=c&ref=pd_sl_4z1yb403gn_b

[cassa333]

Thanks but I couldn't possibly do it myself I would blow the place up and it is a rental property so I have to get it done properly.

I would prefer to have an isolation switch rather than a pull string. Less chance of it being dragged on and broken.

Does anyone know about how much an electrician would charge?

[Theorical]

Electricians in Leeds typically charge around £50-£60 to replace a pull switch
Http://www.electrician-Leeds.co.uk