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Electric shocks, fuses and residual-current devices (RCDs)
An introduction to the concept of electric shocks and the functions of fuses and residual current devices (RCDs).
A fuse is designed to allow several amperes of current before it melts or blows. In this way it protects household wiring.
A residual current device protects against electrocution by detecting any difference in current between connecting wires.
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