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    • Classic FAQ

    Answers to those frequently asked questions of the Clipsal Heritage and Classic Electric Range of switches and accessories.

    COUNTRY OF ORIGIN:
    Classic Switches proudly manufacture completely Australian Made Products
    SWITCHGEAR:
    Classic Switches use only quality Australian Made Clipsal switchgear in the manufacture of their switches and accessories
    CARE & MAINTENANCE:
    Do not use Chemical or Abrasive cleaners on the brass surfaces. The lacquered surface should only be wiped with a soft cloth and we recommend the occasional application of a pure non-abrasive polish such as Mr. Sheen.
    REPOLISHING & RELAQUERING:
    Classic Switches are happy to repolish and relacquer any covers for a small fee or use the following D.I.Y. method of refinishing.
    1: Remove covers from switches, they are legal and safe with the covers removed. It is not necessary to turn the power off.
    2: Remove old lacquer with thinners or acetone applied with a soft cloth.
    3: Repolish with a brass/metal polish.
    4: Apply a clear metal lacquer which is available in spray packs.
    ANTIQUE BRASS:
    The solid brass covers have been chemically darkened and then relieved so that the brass shows through as brass highlights.
    FLORENTINE BRONZE:
    The solid copper covers have been chemically darkened and then relieved so that the brass shows through as copper highlights.
    CHROME:
    The solid brass covers have been chrome plated
    2 WAY & INTERMEDIATE SWITCHES:
    2 WAY SWITCH = 1 Switch to 1 Light OR 2 Switches to 1 Light
    INTERMEDIATE = 3 Switches to 1 light
    Intermediate switches are used when 3 switches are required to control 1 light. To do this you need 2 x 2 WAY Switch and 1 x INTERMEDIATE Switch.
    DIMMERS & FAN CONTROLS:
    The variable speed Dimmers and Fan Controls require a switch to turn the mechanisms on and off.
    Switched Dimmers do not require and on/off switch.
    The 3 speed Fan Controls do not require and on/off switch.
    For more Detailed Information Click HERE
    ELECTRICAL APPROVALS:
    All Classic Switches products carry Electricity Trust of South Australia certificates of approval.
    MOUNTING BLOCKS:
    Pine mounting blocks are made from plantation timber.
    Cedar mounting blocks are now made from veneered MDF.
    The Classic Range now comes standard with pre-drilled mounting holes and mounting hardware to fix to standard wall boxes and plates. These blocks can also be supplied without any pre-drilled holes if required.
    LAMPS:
    Lamps are cast aluminium. Powder coated lamps are pre treated for corrosion before powder coating. Undercoated lamps are painted with an etch primer supplying a good first coat suitable for the application of a top coat of the customer’s choice.
    We recommend that the lamps be used under a verandah or in similar sheltered areas as they are not weather proof.