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Accessory wiring, confirming the retention of twin wiring due to the unavailability of single-pole fittings and the associated fire risk.


Identifier  ExFiles\Box 65\2\  scan0227
Date  24th November 1928
  
X7741a

BY. {R.W. Bailey - Chief Engineer} )from E. {Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer}
EFC. {E. Fowler Clarke - Electrical Engineer} )

c. to BJ.
Hs. {Lord Ernest Hives - Chair}
Da. {Bernard Day - Chassis Design}

E3/M24.11.28.

RE ACCESSORY WIRING. X.7741. X.7560

With further reference to the above, it is
understood that single pole fittings for interior
illumination of bodies etc. are practically unobtainable.

Also that there is a danger of coachbuilders
running bare earthing wires through the upholstery of cars,
introducing danger of fire.

In view of this R. {Sir Henry Royce} agrees that twin wiring
should be retained for accessories, and that a suitable
earthing stud be provided on the dash near to the
accessory distribution board.


E. {Mr Elliott - Chief Engineer}
  
  
From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).


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