Why do hotels have shaver only outlets?

Usually, outlets that read “Shavers Only” means that there is not much electricity running to that outlet – enough for a shaver, and to recharge stuff, but usually anything drawing more electricity will cause the breaker to fail/blow as they are usually running low amps/watts.

What is special about a shaver socket?

A bathroom shaver socket is a specialized electrical socket designed for safe use of electrical shavers in the bathroom. It will power a shaver or electric toothbrush, but not an item like a heater or a hair dryer. The circuit will shut down if it gets too hot, thus keeping the user as safe as possible.

Why don’t you have plug sockets in bathrooms?

Why are there no plug sockets in British bathrooms? The reason that there are no plus sockets in bathrooms is simple – having an exposed plug socket can increase the risk of electric shock. Plugs in England generally use 240-volt power, twice the amount found in US plugs which have 120-volts.

Are you allowed electric sockets in bathroom?

Electrical sockets are permitted in bathrooms or shower rooms as long as they are located more than 3m from the edge of the bath or shower.

What can be plugged into shaver socket?

In other words, it’s probably fine to use most “shavers only” plugs for most small solid-state electronics, including phone chargers. But you should avoid using them to power laptops, hairdryers, curling irons, or other high-draw devices.

Why are bathroom outlets different?

The short answer is that 120 volt appliances circuits are sufficiently safe in wet locations, and 240 volt circuits aren’t. In the US (120 volts in most bathrooms), the electrical code permits outlets in bathrooms provided there is a ground fault interrupt.

Do you need a shaver socket in a bathroom?

In short, yes, a shaver socket should always be connected using an FCU (fused connection unit). Shaver sockets without transformers should not be used in a wet area such as a shower room or bathroom.

What can be plugged into a shaver socket?

Can you put a waterproof socket in bathroom?

The use or installation of sockets is not allowed in bathrooms or shower rooms unless they can be fitted at least 3 metres from the bath or shower. If you do have an electrical shaver point installed, it must be a safe distance (in metres) from the bath or shower to avoid splashes.

Are pull cords allowed in bathrooms?

A pull cord can be used instead, in any location in the bathroom.

Can you plug a US plug into a shaver plug?

The jack of the US plug adapter is designed with protective system that prevents children from getting electric shock. The US outlet adapter is ideal for most shavers, electric toothbrushes & other products needing a fuse adaptor plug.

Why are power sockets in hotels required to be shavers only?

No hotel is going to tolerate even the slightest chance of this happening, and therefore the “shavers only” requirement. These power sockets use either a fuse, which will blow and interrupt the circuit if you try and use any device that draws more than about 40 watts, or a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter.

Why do power socks in hotel bathrooms say ‘shavers only’?

Photo: istock WHY DO POWER SOCKETS IN HOTEL BATHROOMS SAY “SHAVERS ONLY”? It’s a safety measure, and although different countries have different regulations governing the safe use of electrical systems, this stipulation is fairly universal in hotel rooms. Suppose you plugged in a high wattage appliance such as a hair dryer.

What does it mean when a hotel says Shaver only?

“Shavers Only” outlets are meant to let you know that they’re only rated for a low power output (like an electric shaver, meaning low amps/current). Typically, there are so many convenience outlets in hotels that it is not cost effective to give each a dedicated circuit.

Can a shaver socket-outlet be installed in a bathroom?

This is reinforced by Regulation 553.1.5 (ii), which does not allow a shaver socket-outlet conforming to BS 4573 to be installed in a bathroom. A socket-outlet without a transformer is prohibited within 3 m horizontally from the boundary of zone 1 of a location containing a bath or shower (Regulation 701.512.3 refers).