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Ask your QuestionI have a standard wall socket thats always worked fine - however it now doesnt seem to turn off, whether the switch is in the ‘on’ or ‘off’ position. I.e whatever is plugged in continues to be powered whichever position the switch is in! Is it safe to keep using the socket??
Asked by Cal on 20th Jul 2022Best Answer
"Seems like the rocker switch inside the socket front has stopped working in the “on” position. Should be swapped for a fully working unit asap."
Answered on 21st Jul 2022 - Member since Oct 2019 - report"In my opinion the switch is broken I would just change the socket the switch is there for a reason has safety get a new socket"
Answered on 20th Jul 2022 - Member since Jun 2020 - report"Switch is broken in the on position just replace it with a new socket. Hopefully it's just a broken switch through wear and tear hopefully behind the socket there is no thermal damage to the cables."
Answered on 20th Jul 2022 - Member since Aug 2021 - report"Its no longer safe. This has to be replaced as soon as possible to prevent further damage"
Answered on 25th Jul 2022 - Member since Jun 2022 - report"The ON/OFF functional switch or isolator is faulty so this needs replacing a new switch onto the socket."
Answered on 21st Jul 2022 - Member since Jun 2021 - report"Hi it’s not really safe to keep using the socket my advice would be to change it"
Answered on 20th Jul 2022 - Member since Mar 2022 - report"Sounds like the connection behind the switch mechanism has worn out. The whole socket will need replacing. It is safe to use with care, but highly recommend replacing. The main reason is you cannot isolate the appliance before removing the plug, which could cause a spark if the appliance is in use when you pull it from the socket. Hope that helps."
Answered on 21st Jul 2022 - Member since Mar 2021 - report"Unfortunately not, as you won’t be able to isolate the appliance correctly and could be causing thermal damage on socket switch"
Answered on 30th Jul 2022 - Member since Nov 2018 - report"No is not safe and try too get a qualified
Eletrician too chance you plug docket"
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