Am I legally allowed to install DIY Garden Lights products myself?
Yes, The New Zealand Electricity Regulations 1997 (5 September 2005) states in Part 3 clause 17 (2):
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Questions about lamps:
What is a MR16 lamp? What is a halogen burner or capsule? What is a LED lamp?
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More questions about lamps (bulbs):
How do I know which beam angle to order?
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Questions about Transformers:
What is a transformer and why do I need one?
Can the transformer be mounted outside?
How many lights can I power from one transformer?
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Questions about Cable:
How far can I run a low voltage cable from a transformer to a garden lighting product?
How many low voltage garden lighting products can I connect to one cable?
How can I get the cable under an existing path?
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Questions about Light Fittings:
Do lights get hot? Do copper lights go green after a short while? How should I care for my fittings?
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What is the IP rating?
The IP Rating is the Ingress Protection Rating.
An IP number is used to specify the environmental protection
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