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Old 28-03-2008, 09:25 AM
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I am a a sparky by trade, gardens throw up all sorts of issues if you wish to install a permanent supply and you really need to get a qualified tradesperson in to do a proper safe job that meets BS7671 16th Edition of the IEE Regs. This is a legal requirement under part P of the building regulations. No exceptions

However, if you wish to run a temporary cable, just use an extension lead, but make sure that the supply end, IE the house end is plugged into an RCD unit or plugged into a circuit that is protected by one. Lay the cable out of the way, somewhere where it wont get hit by a lawn mower or a garden spade. A hose pipe will provide virtually no protection to the cable as it is made of soft maleable plastic.

Check the cable frequently and think seriously about getting a proper job done.
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