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  1. M

    2004 CRV lights problem

    advice needed. late 2004 CRv. 1st setting (lights off) comes on automatic here in norway when i turn the ignition on. all lights work in that setting. 2nd setting nothing works and that fuse blows everytime i turn to that setting. 3rd setting front dipped or high work but no back lights work...
  2. Lucien Nunes

    Christmas fairy lights: Filament or LED?

    I'm disappointed to see how many people these days are turning their backs on the ancient tradition of connecting many low voltage filament lamps in series to mark the occasion of Jesus' birth. The mains-voltage series string of lamps brings with it a noble symbolism that goes all the way back...
  3. P

    Smart electric meter in Los Angeles recording very high reading/ LED lights possible issue?

    Hello, I created this account as I have ran into a huge issue with my electric bill. I have been living at my house for 1 year right now. Every 2 months I have been paying anywhere between $60-$80 for my bill. I opened my bill today and it has jumped for $650 for this cycle. After calling...
    • Paul002525
    • Thread
    • electric issue led led lights lights meter possible reading smart smart electric
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  4. Pretty Mouth

    Brick lights in a retaining wall

    Has anyone got any recommendations for brick lights that can be installed in a retaining wall? Looking at a few manufacturer's instructions, it seems like many aren't suitable. Failing that, has anyone any suggestions for a surface-mounted alternative? Would have to be something that doesn't...
  5. B

    My lights stopped work

    My kitchen lights (2 brand new led lights) both stopped working. Tried flipping the breaker and replacing the light switch. Nothing worked. I took a volt meter and checked the wiring to the switch, I can't get a reading, it appears that there is no power coming thru the wires (I'm an idiot and...
  6. PeterM11

    Can someone please help with baffling problem with my lights on Audi A6?

    Hi there I wonder if you can help me please? I have a problem with the drivers side rear lights on my (2007) Audi A6. (includes taillight, reverse light, brake light and indicator.) All other lights are working perfectly. I am baffled because – when I’m stationary – before setting off – all of...
  7. G

    Xmas lights not working - replacement adaptor needed?

    Hi there, Wondered if someone could advise as not good with electrics! I have an expensive Xmas tree which is pre lit. It decided not to light up a few days ago and not really sure what the problem is. I thought it may be the power/ transformer plug but can't seem to find a replacement...
    • GreigM
    • Thread
    • adaptor lights needed not working replacement working xmas
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  8. D

    New LED canned lights not working

    DIY question: I tried to replace my kitchen can lights with LEDs. The old light fixtures were just two wires connected to a fixture. I removed the screw in connector on the new light fixture and connected the wires. The lights are also dimmable and on a 3-way switch so I bought a dimmable 3-way...
    • Deleted member 143810
    • Thread
    • led lights new not working working
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  9. H

    Lights Dimming when oven turns on.

    When i turn the oven on, the LED spots dim? The house is so old and wiring is terrible, Could it be a shared neutral between the circuits somewhere? Could it just be the whole system is being overloaded? nothings ever tripped out because of it. Has anyone else had a problem similar to this...
  10. M

    Flex connector - no earth on lights

    I have a cable twin + earth coming from wall switch with 3 amp fuse - I want to connect it to some LED lights with a flex connector. LEDs have no earth, so what do I do with the earth wire coming from switch to flex connector? Thanks
  11. RobertKza

    Why loop the live for lights?

    I have one mcb in the consumer unit that supplies external lights. When this is off the coal shed, shower room main light and toilet light don't switch on. There is a light switch in each of the shower room and toilet. There is a 2 gang light switch in the shower/toilet access passage. One...
  12. S

    Stair skirting lights recommendation

    Hi Never fitted these before. Can anyone recommend a brand? Need about 7ish lights to put into the side skirting of a single flight staircase. Cheers
  13. B

    Xmas lights end socket broken

    can you use a 5.5mm 2.1mm 12v DC Connector Plug Power Jack replacement as Xmas lights end socket broken off - the voltage through the adaptor is 31v max 6w ?- but no problems with the adaptor which is a Czjutai Power Supply JT‑EL/FC31V6W. I cannot find a higher voltage replacement power...
  14. C

    12v - 5v stepdown for usb lights in van

    Hi All I've just fit some led strip lights to my campervan and face-palmed when I saw they were USB and on 5v, not 12v. I have cut the usb end off and wired to a switch panel in the van that runs off the 12v leisure battery. As a quick test, I've powered on to check all OK and fine. I can't...
  15. V

    Powering multiple led lights with single power source

    Hi, Hope someone could help with below situation or recommend a good forum to ask about or find information on as I read a lot on the forums and watched many videos but it just got very confusing. Objective We acquired 7 sets of led sugar canes, each set has 40 Red leds and is powered by 2 AA...
    • vecnar
    • Thread
    • led led lights lights multiple power powering single source
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  16. T

    Lights and electromagnetic fields

    My LED lights (ceiling and wall) emit periodic and random flashes, even when switched off. These can be seen best at night. After the flashes, there's a hissing sound. An electromagnetic field forms between the lights and/or their wiring and where these fields intersect, there is a strong...
  17. A

    Convert solar lights to 240v

    I purchased two sets of Christmas lights for garden path last year but they did not do very well - I think because of poor amount of daylight in the North. They have a small solar panel to power 4 spiral trees. See attached pictures. The advert says they are powered by Solar panel: 2V 60MA...
  18. M

    UK USA transformer causing lights to flicker???

    Hi, I have American tenants who use transformers. When they do, the lounge spotlights and kitchen light flickers. These are on dimmers. Can something be done about it?? TIA!!
  19. J

    LITAKE LED garden lights failing

    I purchased Litake led garden spotlights several months ago and they recently started flashing and have now packed up altogether. I’ve checked the wiring and there is power to each light. When I unscrewed the lens I could see it’s not a conventional led bulb. How can I detect and fix what the...
  20. D

    Will this power 5 5W LED lights?

    I have a Sensio 12V LED Profile Driver 30W+6W connector. Will this power 5 5W LED lights off of a 230V supply?

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