[suebutcher]

Confusing automatic translation from Dutch, eh? I'll convey Terry's advice to the local organisers. I can understand the need for an isolation transformer when dealing with live chassis, but live chassis appliances are hardly ever seen in Australia, and they're possibly illegal now. I've never used isolation, I just test as much as I can with the power off, run the thing up through a limiter, and take care when it's on. If there's HT, I add plastic gloves and plimsolls.

Is there a previous thread about the pros and cons of an isolation transformer? It'd have to be quite large to run something like fan heater or a toaster through, wouldn't it? And if there's no earth, there's no residual current protection. The café guide to safety admits this. I'd find that worrying.

The Repair Café safety guide in question is attached below: