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    testing

    Hi all If i have extended a circuit i/e added a low voltage fan to a lighting circuit or extended a ringmain into a conservatory, do i need to give a test cert for the work i have carried out or for the whole circuit. I have been given conflicting advice so a bit confused. Thanks all
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    How does fits work for a 45kw system

    Do you get 21p for the 4kw, 16.8p for the 4-10kw and then 15.2p for the 10-50kw parts or do you just get 15.2p fit for the whole system?
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    Whole House Electrics Tripped...need help

    Newbie here and have very limited knowledge of electrics but need help. Earlier today my whole house electrics tripped as of my own stupidity. I was removing a wall heater from my bathroom when I accidently crossed wires, I forgot to isolate any electric supply so I'm counting my blessings I'm...
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    testing new extention only or responsible for the whole installation?

    Hi Guys, Im doing a new kitchen and diner extension. All circuits are new from cu. Ive upgraded bonding. When issuing an EIC am I only responsible for testing the new works? Thanks
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    IR on a whole board

    When testing IR on a 3 phase and N where the N cannot be swiched is it considered safe practice to disconnect the incoming N from it's stud Pict
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    addition to lighting circuit

    hello there just been to look at a job, customer wants 2 new wall lights in main bedroom. now there is currently no rcd protection ( wylex board BS3036 rewireable fuses) (main bonding all ok) the additions will involve cable <50mm from surface so RCD protection is definately required. Now i...
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    Cables in cavities and RCD spurs

    Called to look at a job the other day and noticed the customer was having a new conservatory added to the house. The conservatory company included the sockets and light point in their price when the cutomer accepted the quote. Anyways while there i decided to have a look, the guy has run all the...
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    What to test + form for new circuit..

    Hello If I am adding a new circuit then i would need a full electrical install cert. What tests would i be expected to carry out? just this new circuit or the whole installation? thanks Tom
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    New outdoor socket.

    I have been asked to wire up a new outdoor socket. There already is one about 15metres away from the proposed new one. Which would be better to pick up of. The existing outdoor one or a socket from inside the house?
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    Advice on Fuse box please

    Hi there. I am fitting a new bathroom for someone and I know i will need an Electrician for the Fuse box aspect of the job. The current box shown has only 3x 30amp fuses:eek:. Will I need to replace the whole fuse box under current regulations requiring RCD, or can the sparky just fit a 45 amp...
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    Xpelair Premier Lo Volt

    Hi, I have a problem with the above bathroom fan. The tranny seems to be knackered, is it possible to just by one of these, or do I need to buy the whole kit? Cheers Nick
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    MEM RCD - What BS ref?

    Hi Guys Just looked at a CU today and couldn't find a reference on a MEM 80A 30ma RCD ref:404ELHNC. Anybody know what it would be - seems too old for 61008.. Thanks Tony
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    Tools for AM2

    What tools should i be taking in my AM2 I know ill be taking in screwdrivers and such but what else do I need take in? i know i need take in an electricians knife as stanleys are banned but what about tools for the conduit like a hacksaw or a bush spanner (which no one seems to sell anymore been...
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    This whole 17th Edition RCD thing.

    Righty, since deciding to retrain as a spark it's amazing how many people come out of the woodwork with jobs that need doing. The situation with one elderly relative is this: At one end of her kitchen, there is a single pendant light operated by a single switch. Apparently the light stopped...
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    using a rcd spur!!!

    :)can anyone answer this question please !!!! fuse board is non rcd with 3036 rewirables job is to run power and light out side !! Question !! when taking the feed from the lighting radial or ring final if i used a fused rcd spur to extend the circuits would this be acceptable with...
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    Why can't I just replace the capacitor and everything work again :(

    If only cap replacement worked every time, I was given good info that replacing the caps on power adapters and alarm consoles and the such would solve all my life's problems. And now that it doesn't I'm looking for the next micro-adjustment to save myself from putting in a whole brand new unit...
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    Tenby kitchen grid switch

    Does anyone know any one who may have a tenby grid switch out of a about 5 year old grid switch assembley. I believe they have stopped making them and the customer doesn't want whole grid changing just for one faulty swich. Thanks Paul
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    What are my options for Rewireable circuits without Changing CU

    If your Extending or altering a circuit that is on a Rewireable fuse but you need to comply to 17th regulations, Meaning the need for RCD protection, What options do you have getting this to comply??
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    Access 2 Trade Careers

    hi guys, im chris looking to enter the world of the electrician. just got off the phone with a nice guy called david from access 2 trade, from what he said the course sounds great, but coming on here there are LOTS of mixed reviews. i just wanted to start a thread to clear everything up and get...
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    RCD needed?

    Need to extend a ring circuit by 25m for two additional socket outlets in a commercial building on the third floor, cable routes are in the floor and surface mounted mini trunking.There isn't an RCD on the circuit at present. Do I need to fit one? How much would you charge?

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