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    UK Should vending hot drinks machines with thermostatic water heaters be classed as fixed equipment?

    I'm looking at a vending hot drinks machine 2.9kW that has a thermostatically controlled hot water tank permanently attached to a water supply that is just plugged into a radial 16A circuit with a 13A three pin plug. The machine is continuously on. The circuit is also used continuously for a...
  2. Murad L

    Mini one 2001 losing power since got my radiator fixed

    Mini one 2001 losing power since got my radiator fixed
  3. G

    From concealed ring to surface fixed

    Hi all, question on extending an existing ring main onto the surface and then re-joining back to in-wall. Is there a ‘correct way’ to do this, as I don’t see any sockets other than spurs with flex outlets that allow you to nicely exit a double, continue surface mount for a few sockets (behind...
  4. D

    The End of the Fixed Price ?

    I am only small fry but even I desperately try to avoid offering anything on a 'fixed' price , I have been burned so many times mainly my own fault when I have only allowed X amount for time and Z amount for materials but under estimated both... With so much volatility in the maetrials and...
  5. D

    Fixed wiring Installation - Use of SY & YY Cables

    Hi all, Interested in the groups interpretation of BS7671 with regards to the used of SY & YY cables. We have a commercial installation where we have a power supply installed to an air handling unit/ventilation plant. The power supply supply to the AHU isolator is installed in SWA cable. The...
  6. B

    Short 0.75mm flex cable used as fixed for one led light, 1 90 bend, 1 m long

    1 out of 3 electricians told that 0.75 has to be replaced : Short 0.75mm flex cable used as fixed for one led light, 1 90 bend, 1 m long. Sorry reposting in DIY section, because I’m being moderated in pro section. Only posting there because I don’t get many replies in here. Regular CU with 2...
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    Electrician Jobs Fixed Wire testers Needed

    Intersafe are hiring! Would you like to be a Fixed Wire Tester or are you already qualified? We are passionate about furthering your career and have a track record of promoting employees through the ranks of the company. With a clear path for progression you can further your career with...
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    Electrician Jobs Fixed Wire Testers Needed - various locations across the South of England

    Electrical Testers Needed Various Location across the South of England We are looking for Experienced, Hard-Working and Reliable Fixed Wire Testers All work is for large commercial companies Company van & fuel card, training & upskilling, £20 meal allowance per day when staying away...
  9. electricals27

    UK Is Fixed Wire Testing Essential?

    I was just wondering whether Fixed Wire Testing is essential or not. Thank you😀
  10. G

    2010 Ford Taurus SHO - Low 5V Reference Circuit low voltage was fixed but back

    I could really use some guidance as I'm at my witts end... I have a 2010 Ford Taurus SHO with a low 5V Reference Signal (P0642). I first had this issue a couple months ago. I ruled out the three sensors on this circuit as I still had <1V with all sensors unplugged. I changed the computer but...
  11. B

    Residential Fixed Wiring Inspection Frequency Question

    Hi, I'm looking for advice re frequency of Fixed Wiring Inspections in Residential Apartments. We have recently had a Fire Risk assessment in which the issue was raised. The block (14 Apts, all owned not rented), is about 5yrs old and the Domestic Installation Certificate for each apartment...
  12. J

    110v fixed wall mounted transformer

    Hi guys is there any regulations regarding 110v centre tapped transformer transformer circuits being used outside (rcd protected) also if the transformer states 3000Va but a continuous rating of 1650Va am I right in thinking it can only carry 15amps before the transformer overloads?
  13. lozarus

    Fixed Appliance RCD Protection

    Afternoon - despite a recent 18th edition pass (all but one right!) I'm having a bit of a moment whilst planning some upcoming works at our site. In reality I should wait, go home, refer to the big book and go from there. But it's playing on my mind and I can be a bit impatient. Also, I guess...
  14. M

    Fixed wiring testing required for an addressable fire alarm system?

    Hi, I would be grateful if anyone could confirm the certification required for the addition and extension of a fire alarm. Scenario is, I have installed the fixed wiring for the alteration to an addressable system as per their drawings, fire alarm contractor will commission. I assume I can...
    • Mike F
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    • alarm fire fire alarm fixed required system testing wiring
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  15. J

    Fixed generator questions

    Sorry fir the length of this. Am adding some lights and sockets to existing circuits in a SP board. And providing bonding to metal oil pipes coming into this workshop from underground. They have a diesl SP generator supplying ‘esential’ SP Dis boards across the site feeding lights and basic...
  16. Fazz711

    Fixed wire inspection

    When doing a fixed wiring inspection on and industrial factory is there a code for finding cables disconnected inside the DB?
  17. A

    UK Fixed load mcb

    hi all, I've been asked by a chippy mate to install an extractor in his workshop. Had a look at the spec and its 2.2kw so nothing major. Spec say to install on a 16a socket protected by a 30a d type mcb. Ideally then a 2.5mm radial and 16a cform. I understand the 30a d type is for start up and...
  18. T

    Confused about 5year fixed wiring report and certificate.

    Hi Im trying to understand when a 5yr fixed wiring test is due for a few sites. I have 2 documents for each site, one is a report the other is a certificate relating to the report. Throughout the 2 documents there's 3 or 4 different date ranges. 1) The report has a date of inspection. 2)...
  19. wsoppitt

    Insulation resistance issue.

    This is a new 1 on me. Testing a ring final circuit within a timber outbuilding. All clear on insulation resistance with socket fronts connected but not screwed into metal back box lug. As soon as I connect any of the plates to the back box I'm getting around 16megohm between n and cpc. When...
  20. Zdb

    Maximum kW fixed load on RFC

    So if 2kW is the maximum fixed load for a 2.5mm RFC. What would you say the maximum fixed load on a 4mm RFC should be? If different.

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