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DEMAND SWITCH [1 record]

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Record 1 2014-01-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Electrical Wiring (Building Elements)
CONT

A demand switch inserted into selected house circuits will greatly reduce electric fields when you do not need to use electricity on a circuit (e.g. the downstairs lighting circuit at night). This is especially useful while you sleep when low levels of EMFs [electromagnetic field] are necessary for an optimal immune system. People with ES [electric sensitivity] will find demand switches helpful in regulating their electricity supply to reduce electric fields at all practicable times.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Installations électriques (Éléments du bâtiment)
DEF

[Commutateur qui] élimine la présence de champs électriques, magnétiques et d'«électricité sale» en coupant directement au panneau et de façon automatique, l'approvisionnement électrique dans le lieu de vie sélectionné.

Spanish

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