Distinguish between single pole and double pole switches.

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Single pole switches

Start or stop the flow of current in the appliance.

Only disconnects live wire from the appliance

Double pole switches

The main switch at the distribution board, to switch on or off the mains.

Disconnects both live and neutral wires simultaneously.

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Distinguish between single pole and double pole switches.

Single pole switches Start or stop the flow of current in the appliance. Only disconnects live wire from the appliance Double pole switches The main switch at the distribution board, to switch on or off the mains. Disconnects both live and neutral wires simultaneously.

Single pole switches

Start or stop the flow of current in the appliance.

Only disconnects live wire from the appliance

Double pole switches

The main switch at the distribution board, to switch on or off the mains.

Disconnects both live and neutral wires simultaneously.