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    Basic noob question about outlet wiring

    I tested a non working outlet with receptacle tester and it said open neutral. Turns out that the neutral wire was loose. BUT, in order to shut off the power I had to turn off 2 circuits. Inside the box was only 2 wires, black and white. So the open neutral is fixed but how many other problems...
  2. P

    Question about Electronic 7 Horstmann

    Hi everyone! I just moved a new flat last week and this is my first time using boiler heater. And I am confused with the use of that timer. I have never looked into it until hot water running out yesterday. After pressing 'BOOST' (Pic 1), I got the hot water after awhile. In the next day, when...
  3. Samfuturesparky

    Question for an apprentice relocating to Scotland

    Hello forum I am an apprentice in Southern California trying to relocate to Aberdeen Scotland (girlfriend lives there) How can I go about become an electricians mate?
  4. A

    Multicore cable domestic question

    Need some advice. I have a 12meter 24Vdc cable run…. Current 3Amps. I require a 1.5mm cable 6 core for supplying led strip lights outside due to volt drop. The cable will be passing through stud work with rock wool insulation fitted. What 6 or 7core can I use in this install, are there...
  5. SJD

    A gas question (sorry)

    Apologies that this is a plumbing question, but I'm sure there will be people here who can answer this. Working in a house today that is in the middle of a total refurb (gutted, rewired, replumbed, etc). The gas supply is currently disconnected inside the house (in the hall), about 2m after the...
  6. G

    Hi guys l just wanted to ask a question

    Hi everyone, does any one know if its ok to use flat white twin and earth in domestic properties? Thanks
  7. R

    Compressor wiring question

    I need to run an outlet for my 220volt air compressor in my shop. I do not want to leave it plugged in constantly and would like to run it through a switch. Can I put a switch in one of the 110volt legs to cut the power?
  8. M4rtyj

    EV grant question regarding motabilty claim

    Evening all, I wonder if someone could help with a little info on the EV Grant scheme, I have a customer who wants an EV charger installed at their property but this customer has revealed tonight that the car is a motability car in which the registered keeper is at a different address as He is...
  9. M

    Shortcut cutting a wire question

    Hi All. For a reason wich requires a long explanation I cut a bipolar wire connected to pressurizing pump with a pair of scissors. I burn the pump capacitor, I changed it and it works. But the wire supplying power doesnt supply anymore. The wire goes into the wall of and old house and I cant...
  10. P

    PCB In Line Fan Timer Question

    Dear All, The back story is too boring to tell !!! Could someone please tell me if this PCB in the photograph has an adjustable time function ? It was sitting in its own white back box on the wall close to the fan and was wired to a set of bathroom lights - it was supposed to operate the...
  11. J

    Do you know something similar and similar in theme?

    Hey guys! I really like the game "The Last of Us". Do you know something similar and similar in theme? I will be grateful for feedback.
  12. S

    Max Zs Coding Question 80/100%

    Hi new member here looking for a bit of advice. I recently undertook a condition report of a building where the measured Zs at the distribution boards (board Zs) were above 80% of the max Zs value of the MCCBs in the panel board supplying them. In some cases it’s also above the 100% value. I’m...
  13. W

    Soffit Lighting Recommendations and Question

    We are going to fit outdoor soffit lighting IP65 with top and bottom set controlled separately. Are there any light brands that are recommended and where would be the best place to purchase online? It’s a bit of a mine field with beam angle and wattage/brightness. Not sure which is the best...
  14. N

    PV Solar Sizing Question

    Hi, I'm after some advice, I've got space on my south facing roof for between 18-20 panels, but every installer I've been too is recommending that I limit the number of panels and install a 3.5Kw Inverter so that the DNO can be completed post installation, they all seem to have a reluctance to...
  15. EmmCee

    Under cupboard lighting - question about socket type.

    Hi there, I've just moved in to a new place, and it looks as though there's been some under cupboard lighting installed previously, but I've never had it and don't recognise the socket type, and which lights (and where to get them) will work with it. VERY basic question, I know, but it's one I...
  16. B

    12v light delay question

    Hi all, I’m doing my bathroom up currently and in the process, I want to look at the delay in one of the lights 3x downlights are 230v, one is 12v as it’s got an Integrated fan. I know the couple second delay is due to the voltage dropping to 12v, but is there any way to eradicate this? It’s...
  17. S

    Need occasional code question answered

    New to the forum I took classes when I was a bit younger and was on track to join the electrical trade and then changed course. I have done my own personal electrical work for years. I am a general contractor working in southern Oregon. I work a lot with owner builders doing consulting...
  18. S

    TNCS Dist CCT. to TT installation - front end protection question.

    Good Morning everyone. Quick question regarding a sub main from a TNCS supply feeding an outbuilding on TT. This is a domestic installation not agricultural. TNCS supply to house feeds High Int. CU from which 4mmsq 2 core SWA feeds an non attached rear building. THE SWA of the sub main is...
  19. G

    Magnetic lock timer not working.

    Tried fitting a magnetic lock on a job for a bathroom. Client has had problems with people doing drugs in his bathroom so wanted to control entry from his shop tills so the lock is fitted and works but I need it to be sorta timed as when releasing, the button locks the door( staff can't use the...
  20. L

    Dumb question number 2

    Starting a new thread to explain better...have a dining room light with 8 small "B" type bulbs. Light suddenly stopped working. Ceiling wires measured with multimeter showed 120V. I connected the light to a cord with a plug and plugged it in another room and it worked fine. So the light...

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