THE BENEFITS OF ELECTRICAL

INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

VERGARA VEGA FRANK OMER
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

• Before doing the electrical installation at home or in any other

place, it is important to take some security measures; since it is
the only way to avoid or minimize the risk of accidents.
• CUT OFF POWER
One of the first tips to follow in the electrical installation is to cut
off all active power supply in the place where we are going to
carry out said installation. To achieve this, it is enough to
disconnect the general switch.
• RESPECT LOW VOLTAGE REGULATIONS
There is a regulation that must be respected for the installation
of light, and it is the Electrotechnical
Regulation for Low Voltage.In case you
don't have any knowledge about it, the best thing to do is to ask a
professional electrician.
• APPROVED PRODUCTS AND TOLOS
It is always advisable to use both approved products and tools.
 STEPS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

In the process of electrical installation of a house, it is necessary to do the following:

• The first thing is to make a sketch of the house where the electrical installation is
going to be carried out. It is important to mark where you want the points of light.
• Make the cable routing and choose if it is superficial or recessed.
• Plugs and switches must be placed. You can play with the decoration, since there is
a wide variety of models available on the market.
• It is time to install the wiring. To achieve this, you just have to place each cable
from the switch in the electrical panel to the corresponding light point. In this way,
the plugs and switches can be connected to the indicated light line.
• Finally the wiring connection is made. It consists of connecting the wiring from the
switch to the point of light.
 REFRIGERATION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

• Check coolant levels frequently, especially if you

see coolant under the car after it has been parked
for a while, as this could be a circuit leak.
• Add new coolant every two years. To do this, it is
also recommended to purge the circuit. If it is
done during the summer season, pay special
attention to the mixture recommended in the
owner's manual specifications for each vehicle.
• Check the state of the components such as the radiator, the fan and
especially the water pump, of vital importance. Replace them when
necessary. In addition, it should be remembered that it is important that
the timing belt is not overlooked since if it breaks it will cause the water
pump to fail, which can cause serious engine damage.

• Perform a complete cooling system bleed, this will remove debris and air
from the system, helping it to function properly and without temperature
management issues.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY IMPLEMENTS

• Safety equipment represents a key factor in avoiding accidents

with electrical energy at work. It is necessary to have experience
in handling electrical risks and know the safety equipment that
will help you avoid a mishap from a short
circuit to an electric shock. Here are some
safety equipment to consider
• DIELECTRIC POLES
They are rods with a very high dielectric capacity and high
mechanical resistance that are made from fiberglass including a
polyurethane core. They allow a large number of jobs to be carried
out with and without any voltage, such as the opening and closing of
disconnect switches. Also, replace fuses in transformers. There are
three types: dielectric, telescopic, attachable and retractable hook.
• SIDEWALKS AND INSULATING MATS
They provide isolation to the worker in relation to the surface. They
prevent current from flowing through the body, making it a
grounding point through foot contact. Dielectric mats
are divided into: class 2, 3 and 4, depending on
the working electrical power.
• DIELECTRIC GLOVES
They are made with rubber or latex to work specifically in electrical
work and to avoid, as far as possible, suffering any damage in the
event of an electric discharge. They vary depending on the
maximum electrical voltage with which it is intended to work,
among them we can mention: those of class 0, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
ELECTRIC VOLTAGE DETECTORS
When carrying out work and maneuvers on high-voltage lines and
installations, it is essential to verify the absence of voltage.
Electrical voltage detectors are essential devices that, with
acoustic and light signals, indicate the existence or absence
of voltage.
• ANTISTATIC FIRE RETARDANT CLOTHING
This type of clothing must comply with the regulations and
certifications established according to the level of tension with
which it is going to work.
• DIELECTRIC SAFETY HELMETS
These helmets must include certain screens that serve as protection
against electric arc when certain electrical activity is going to be
carried out.
• SECURITY BOOTS
Safety boots without any type of metallic element must be used in
electrical risk work activities.