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SINGAPORE: The operator of the Singapore Flyer said Wednesday it is suspending operations to carry out extensive investigations on the actual cause of the disruption on Tuesday.
Technical crews are investigating what tripped the electrical system which stopped the observation wheel from rotating for nearly seven hours.
It is understood that the fault could lie with an isolated motor unit.
The company is also carrying out extensive safety checks before resuming normal operations.
For customers who have booked tickets for rides on Christmas Eve, refunds will be made.
As for continuing operations on Christmas Day, it will depend on the outcome of the safety checks and investigations.
A company spokesperson said the firm is making sure all safety procedures are in place before normal operations can resume.
A major power disruption left 173 passengers stranded for some six-and-half hours when the giant observation wheel came to a halt shortly before 5pm on Tuesday.
Ten passengers were rescued through ceiling hatches and winched to the ground.
Power was restored and the wheel resumed turning after 11pm.
- CNA/yb
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