Energy type:
Electricity
Event summary:
A hot water faucet malfunctioned causing some damage.
Accident ID:
160502-04
Accident date:
1 May 2016
Site:
Domestic
Environment:
Building
Voltage:
230
Equipment:
Instantaneous water heaters
Accident type:
Electrical mechanical
Casualty:
Non-fatality
Injury:
No injury
Property damage level:
Restricted to the room containing the equipment
Outcome of investigation:
A mains-operated hot water faucet exploded causing moderate damage. On investigation it was discovered that the home owner, or some other person, had altered the internal settings of the unit causing a malfunction and overheating. Energy Safety carried out an audit on the product and all testing documentation appeared to be in order. No further action will be taken and the owner has been advised.
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