I set up the Z1000 today, it works great, problem is, there is no switch to shut it off. I have to pull the plug. Whats with that?
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Pulling the plug ensures positive "off" while an overlooked/forgotten switch does not. Since the beginning of the hobby, leaving any transformer plugged in when not in use has been not only a bad idea but also a generally bad practice, so no provision is made for a switch on nearly all* transformers, particularly the single train (throttle) versions. Use a power strip if it is an issue.
*I am aware that the Z-4000, ZW-L, various MRC and K-line units as well as larger American Flyer transformers are provided with a switch. Although these are among the most popular transformers, these are exceptions since the vast majority of all other O and S (as well as HO, etc) transformers are not switch equipped.
yep - safety factor - also, the plug has to be pulled to reset the breaker if it gets tripped
use a switched power strip as uber suggested
I only have 2 power switches on all my transformers which I hardly use. I have all my power on a power strip so when I power down everything gets shut off and I walk away. Not a problem at all.
It also consumes power doing nothing. My Z-1000 brick with nothing connected draws 7 Watts from the AC outlet. Add the controller and it goes up to 8 Watts with the knob turned to OFF.
Moonman posted:yep - safety factor - also, the plug has to be pulled to reset the breaker if it gets tripped
Carl: Are you sure about that? Like others have posted, my Z-1000 power supply ("brick") is plugged into a power strip and I have reset the breaker without turning off the power strip or unplugging it many, many times!
Bill
WftTrains posted:Moonman posted:yep - safety factor - also, the plug has to be pulled to reset the breaker if it gets tripped
Carl: Are you sure about that? Like others have posted, my Z-1000 power supply ("brick") is plugged into a power strip and I have reset the breaker without turning off the power strip or unplugging it many, many times!
Bill
Me too. I have never had to turn my strip off to reset the breaker on the brick.
