ᐅ Gira light switch malfunctioning (presumably Series 55?)

Hello,
two of our light switches are stuck. I think they might be from the Gira Serie 55 range, but I’m not completely sure. So I have a couple of questions:

1. Can anyone identify the exact Gira model?
2. Once the circuit breaker is off: how can I check if a small defect (e.g., a broken internal bracket) is causing the problem? I just tried to remove the switch with my fingers, but it didn’t work. Is it as simple as using a screwdriver with gentle pressure?

Thanks in advance!

Yes, it is the basic 55 series in glossy finish.

It can be easily removed with a screwdriver.

They look installed crookedly. Proper installation might solve the problem.

Sometimes "light" can actually feel quite tight. So don’t worry, there is no hidden mechanism that you could break; the buttons simply snap into place.

However, it is still best to use a screwdriver to gently pry from underneath, to avoid leaving visible scratches on the plastic.

Before using the screwdriver, PLEASE remove the fuse!

Martial.white schrieb:

Before using the screwdriver, PLEASE switch off the circuit breaker!

The original poster already mentioned this above.

But, "Don't try this at home"(TM), you really have to be extremely careless or intentional to reach the contacts when removing the switch plate.
Of course, the circuit breaker should still be switched off.

I then also read that it was already mentioned in the first post and couldn’t delete it anymore.

In the parallel thread, ovens are being connected to three-phase power by DIY enthusiasts using various cable cross-sections; maybe the warning won’t hurt after all 😉.

What would be really reckless is using a metal screwdriver, barefoot, and standing in a puddle.