Bare-ended wire connections

You must ensure that any bare-ended wires are adequately protected from short circuit and water ingress.

Bare-ended wire connections

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It is recommended that bare-ended wire connections are made by soldering or using crimp connectors, and then protected by wrapping the connection in electrical insulation tape.

Unused bare-ended wires

Any unused bare-ended wires should be folded back and wrapped in electrical insulation tape.