Recent content by Dazza1976

  1. D

    Underfloor heating repair

    Hi all, Got to look at a job where the builder has cut through the underfloor heating mat and it’s gone right through the heated cable. Not something I’ve ever had to do before. Any one else had a go at repairing this type of thing ? Would it be sufficient to just strip back the insulation on...
  2. D

    Photocell and time clock on same circuit

    Hi all, As per title, I seem to see this quite a lot especially in new builds where a time clock and photocell are both wired intro the same circuit for communal lights. What is the logic behind this ? Surely it’s better to have just one or the other, as the photocell will not operate the...
  3. D

    UK 20amp switch on kitchen ring

    As pc said, sounds like it was feeding a cooker, but done badly. Not really sure what your issue is though ? Surely if the kitchen is being rewired then all that crap will be stripped out and a new kitchen ring and cooker circuit will be installed properly ?
  4. D

    Dimplex Quantum storage heaters

    Hi all, Does anyone have experience with working on this model ? Had a job today to inspect one that wasn’t heating up. Ive worked on hundreds of storage heaters over last few years and never had problem fault finding and repairing, but this one got the better of me today ! Never worked on this...
  5. D

    Help With Wiring 3 Switches To One Extractor Fan

    Yes as Archy mentioned, a double pole switch is required for this setup, not a 2 gang switch like you were wrongly informed. I have worked in quite a few new build properties that are wired like this, and a double pole switch is necessary to avoid the problem you have encountered. Have a look...
  6. D

    Is this NICIEC extractor fan installation safe?

    If that’s a NICEIC electrician that installed that, he should be shot !! Agree with MFS reply
  7. D

    can anyone tell me this mans purpose?

    Lol, I’m with you there mate, tried to give him a chance on many an occasion, but just find the bloke completely unfunny ! I’m sure there are some people who love him though !
  8. D

    Multiple arcade machines turned on all at once

    Thanks for your help and replies everyone
  9. D

    Multiple arcade machines turned on all at once

    Hi All, Got a customer that runs a games machine company selling various arcade machines, such as pinballs, fruit machines, duke boxes e.t.c they are currently moving premesis to a new warehouse, and in the display area he will potentially have 20-30 machines all plugged in at once. The exact...
  10. D

    Brass lights no earth

    Hi All, i have a lady that's wants some old antique looking brass wall lights fitted, but they have no earthing terminal on them. Would it be acceptable to solder an earth conductor on them, as she doesn't want them drilled under any circumstances ? thanks in advance for your help
  11. D

    RCD on socket outlets

    Hi all, well thanks once again for all you input, and taking the time and effort to reply. Telectrix you seem to be one of the true gents on here, and i think others could take a leaf from your book, from what I have seen with your posts you are generally very helpful, and give out the advice...
  12. D

    RCD on socket outlets

    Well thanks for your replies everyone. Constructive criticism I havent got a problem with, but blatantly jumping in and putting people down with wrong assumptions I do. Andy 78 and D Skelton, I appreciate you are both trusted members on this site and clearly have a wealth of experience and...
  13. D

    RCD on socket outlets

    Hi thanks for your reply, I wouldnt say i have lack of knowledge on the subject as I too would have coded it a C2 or C3, I just wanted to hear your opinions on here, as i recently had the debate with a guy who was Niceic registered and he was adament that if it didnt comply with the current...
  14. D

    RCD on socket outlets

    Hi all, i have heard so much difference of opinion on this subject, and im sure it has been discussed many a time on this forum, but can anyone clarify a couple of questions i have on the subject please. Do all new sockets installed have to be RCD protected, or is it only mandatory if they are...
  15. D

    Part P

    If there isn't such a thing as a domestic installer why do NIC EIC promote such a thing ? I have seedy many a van with NIC Domestic installer sign on it ?!!

OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Electrician Courses Green Electrical Goods PCB Way Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Pushfit Wire Connectors Electric Underfloor Heating Electrician Courses
These Official Forum Sponsors May Provide Discounts to Regular Forum Members - If you would like to sponsor us then CLICK HERE and post a thread with who you are, and we'll send you some stats etc

YOUR Unread Posts

Tags

advice aus cable circuit course earth electric electrical electrician hello led light lighting lights looking new please question rcd socket supply switch testing training wiring
This website was designed, optimised and is hosted by Untold Media. Operating under the name Untold Media since 2001.
Back
Top
AdBlock Detected

We get it, advertisements are annoying!

Sure, ad-blocking software does a great job at blocking ads, but it also blocks useful features of our website. For the best site experience please disable your AdBlocker.

I've Disabled AdBlock