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    UK Water bonding in gas meter box

    Just had a boiler put in on a grant scheme. Water main earth bonding was connected in with the existing gas bonding's pipe clamp on the outlet pipework of the gas meter inside the meter box, then taken through the backplate of the gas meter box, then goes along behind the units to the water...
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    If you have a fuse box attached to your HVAC is it necessary to have an off switch -- DIY

    If you have a fuse box attached to your HVAC system is it necessary to have an off switch? Also what does an arc fault circuit interrupter do, and when is it necessary
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    UK RCD Fuse Box Keeps Tripping - Cooker Ring

    Hi, We have an old cooker on the mains with a cooker mains red switch with a normal plug next to it. The red switch is in the off position as is the plug switch. Whenever I reset the RCD for the cooker ring in the fuse box, the entire RCD trips again - even if the cooker's red switch on the...
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    What is an adapter added to a Carlon box without threads, to give it threads, called?

    I bought 20 boxes for an outdoor project. I paint my parts before I install them so they look nicer than trying to paint them in place. That said, I now need to change the box from a smooth terminal hole to a threaded. I also need to have this part go from 3/4" to 1/2". I am not sure if there is...
  5. K

    Adaptable box screws seized

    Hi fellas I've got a site where I need to get into these adaptable boxes but every screw is stuck and just gets mashed up when I turn the screwdriver. Any clever tricks to know about before I have to break the lids off? ?
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    Does adding a wifi enabled switch impact wiring in box capacity?

    Hi all: total diyer here. First post. I have a four gang switch box (15 amp). I want to replace three standard switches with three wifi enabled switches but am concerned that I have to put in an increased sized four gang box due to capacity limitations on this standard size four gang box that...
    • Fsmith527
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    • adding box capacity impact screwfix switch wifi wifi switch wiring wiringadvice
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    25mm back box - Schneider Ultimate Slim Range

    I got into a discussion with a friend - he came around to see what I had fitted. I fitted a mix of sockets - BG and MK (different up and downstairs) - he wants to replace his existing sockets with Schneider Ultimate Slim White Range - I think he has standard 25mm boxes. I said he couldn't use...
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    Adaptable box with front entry.

    I’m looking to fix a previous install. After having some rendering I have a feed that’s in 10mm T&E and I’m looking to replace the conduit. The gate is being replaced. I’m just looking for an adaptable box that I can have conduit come out the front. I’ve decided to have the conduit come out...
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    Tips for meter box wiring

    Hi guys I've a practical test soon for work as a smart meter installer Looking for any tips on working with 16/25 stranded singles .Could be a mix of pvc only and sheathed, 7 strand Im going to make a dummy board and practice moving things around and connecting to improve my profiency Any...
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    metal conduit Running multiple singles through a metal clad box

    Hi . Im running some conduit , a long horizontal with metal clad boxes , with vertical runs to a term box for light fittings and a couple of smoke alarms . Was going to use 4 way boxes dropping down to the sockets and up to the light s. Is it acceptable to run them through the metal clad boxes...
    • kevytee
    • Thread
    • box conduit metal metal clad multiple routes running singles through
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    Does this require a Junction Box? Suggestions?

    My wife and I recently purchased a house and every electrical related item I go to replace seems to be installed incorrectly... I want to put a new porch light outside and it seems they did not install any sort of junction box. The house is brick and would require that I drill into it to create...
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    Power to meter, no power directly under meter at breaker box.

    I am trying to move into a house that has been vacant for 2 years. I called the power company because the power isn't working. They sent someone out, but said the meter is good and we need to hire a electrician. The electrician came out and used a device to see if power was coming out. It...
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    What are these relays in the fuse box?

    Hello, can someone explain to me what these are and how they work? I suspect these are relays that control the electro heaters because the heating dials have an On and Night setting. Or because there is a dial in another part of the house where I assume some kind of schedule can be programmed...
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    can I plug in a Kohler standby 14kw to my 50amp receptacle

    can I plug in a Kohler standby 14kw to my 50amp receptacle which supplies both rails in a 200 amp box (already installed interlock system for my box) installation is more than the generator!
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    Replacing an outside bell box on an optima xm6 alarm.

    Hello. How do you replace an optima xm6 outside bell box. What would be a reasonable replacement and what connections would i find in the box. Thank you for your help.
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    Can you put a 32amp fuse spur off of a socket for an electric shower or does it have to go through consumer box?

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    Tool Box on Wheels

    I’m looking to split my tools up. I have a backpack at the moment but I’m wanting to put stuff that I don’t use all the time in a tool bag or tool chest on wheels. Any recommendations?
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    Generator 30amp to 50amp box

    Hello, need some advise, long story short had a 18K Generac stolen which would plug into a 50amp covered outside plug fed from a panel to back feed my home for emergencies. I now have a Cummins/Onan 9500K (P9500DF) which has a 30amp 240v plug. Can I use a dog bone jump from the 30 amp generator...
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    Why is my AEG washing machine tripping my fuse box?

    Hi. I have been having a problem with my AEG 7000 Series Washer Dryer (L7WEG851R) tripping my main fuse box over the last week. I am trying to diagnose what the issue may be. Here is what has happened so far. The machine is three years old, so it is now out of warranty. Last week I ran my...
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    Do I need a rewire and new fuse box? Or is this OK?

    Hello - I’m a new member here seeking some advice. I’m purchasing a project property - sadly the previous resident passed away. I’m trying to work out whether I will need to have any major electrical work done or not. The property is fairly run down, but the electrics look like they might be...

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