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  1. T

    need to replace wattage limiter, manufacturer says they dont know where it is...

    if a wattage limiter is contained within a light kit for a ceiling fan is it possible that it is part of the lampholder housing? it seems to be malfunctioning and the manufacturer told me they don't know the location because it cant be removed... the lampholder is the only part that could be...
  2. J

    Replace a 25" electric baseboard heater with in floor heat

    Hello I am starting to plan a bathroom renovation and would like to remove an old baseboard heater and replace it with infloor heat. The circuit looks to be a double breaker 20amp each that runs to a baseboard in the powder room onto the laundry room then into the bathroom i want to replace...
    • Jeremy123
    • Thread
    • baseboard canada electric floor heat heater replace underfloor heating
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  3. Moley

    How to replace the Kewtech KT77 date backup battery

    If you have a Kewtech KT77 and its asking you to enter the date and time each time you turn it on it means the backup battery is dead. I've seen sites charging over £60 to replace the battery. It's simple enough to do it yourself. The battery is available online for around £3 or from RS if you...
  4. E

    Hello! I'm trying to replace a floodlight

    Hi everyone, I've just joined the forum today and I'm looking for some advice. I recently bought a new pir sensor LED flood light for the back garden. I removed the old fitting after taking a photo of the wiring but (like an idiot) I've managed to lose said photo. What's throwing me is that I...
  5. L

    Kitchen grid switch replace

    I am looking to replace my kitchen 12 gang grid switch. It consists of 6 switches, 5 fuse holders, and 1 empty module. I am ordering some new Schneider modules. Thinking to DIY or hire an electrician. For electrician in Essex, how much would be the usual cost for replacing this 12 gang grid switch?
  6. 4

    New fixtures for outdoor lights

    What type of dremel oscillating blade should I use top notch out a recess in house brick, for a 31/2" electrical box?
  7. S

    Schneider RCBO to replace MCB

    Hello, I am currently working on a project that previously utilises a charger for a battery system that is connected via single phase 240V AC mains. The existing charger has the 15A inlet running through a 1P 16A schneider MCB with the active line connected to the MCB (with earth and neutral...
    • shuan9
    • Thread
    • ausie elec mcb rcbo replace schneider
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Australia
  8. K

    Is it ok for competent person to replace CU then get third party to test/certify

    just want to upgrade old fuse box in home myself and get third party to test/certify ,possible?
  9. J

    How can I replace LCD with RGB display?

    Hello memberrs, hope you are safe and doing good. I am looking for experts to review my question and solve. It is a humble request to all. Actually, I have built a project that displays custom pictures on LCD. The problem is, LCD is not visible in sunlight and I have found a solution to use...
  10. haptism

    Hard wired internet in house to replace wifi

    Please can someone give me some pointers. In my house atm Im using wifi. For a project while on corona lockdown I want to hardwire connection points in most of the rooms and get rid of the wifi. Ive never installed such a setup and Ive got a few questions. Whats the best cable to use, thinking...
  11. L

    Swapping an old ceiling fixture. Replace the box? Add a ground? Thoughts?

    I just took down an old chandelier. I'm looking to swap it out with a different old fixture, but I am interested in making it as safe as possible. I attached a picture of the fixture box as it is now and would really appreciate opinions on what needs to be done. At the very least, I feel like...
  12. M

    How do I replace a bulb in my bathroom?

    18 months after buying the house, a bulb has gone, and I can't for the life of me figure out how I need to change it. (Yes I feel like an idiot) I've attached the pictures to show - I have no way of turning the bulb from the light normally to pop it out like I do with my kitchen ones. I've...
  13. C

    Replace MR16 with GU10 LED - Help with Lamp fitting??

    I'm about to change 40 x MR16/G5.3 fittings, do away with transformers and replace with mains GU10 Lamp holders double insulated and GU10 LEDs. I hoped to keep the existing Lamp fittings but was concerned as label states G5.3 12v 50w max.Is it safe to use GU10 LED in these fittings?
    • Curly09
    • Thread
    • changing fitting gu10 halogens lamp led mr16 replace
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  14. N

    Metal Halide still not working after control gear replacement

    So I've got incoming mains splitting (forking) off into 3 light fittings. They are HID metal halide lamps. The middle one (thats not working) is 70W, and the other 2 are 150W. I've replaced the control gear and bulb. It still just flickers blue and doesnt actaully start. It also buzzes at the...
    • Nekonixx
    • Thread
    • after control gear metal not working replace replacement still working
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  15. D

    Replace lounge light switch help

    Hi Advice please . replacing lounge light switch first 2 pics switch opperates 2 lights big light and a wall light will the connections in the blacked back switch work on the new switch ? Many thanks dan
    • dandee
    • Thread
    • light light switch lounge replace switch
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  16. R

    LED don’t work

    Trying to replace 12v halogen downlighter with led but the replacements don’t work.
    • Russtobin
    • Thread
    • anyone conversion electrical work halogen ideas issues led plug replace trying
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  17. C

    16A device on a 15A breaker, do I need to replace the breaker?

    I'm going to have to replace my faulty EVSE car charger with a new one. The Clipper Creek one is pretty pricey, so I'm looking at a much less expensive Zencar. The concern is that it says it requires 16A. My garage has a single 15A breaker for it that's in the house, but I don't know the size...
  18. S

    Registered here to ask about electrician who can replace Helvar

    Hi, I'm after an electrician in East London to replace my late '80s domestic Helvar system with and updated version. Can anyone recommend someone please? Regards Andrew
  19. S

    Wiring to replace old room thermostat to new digital

    I’m replacing a tatty old mechanical Drayton room thermostat with a sleek digital Flomasta 7635G. Could a wise wizard please help decipher the code known as the wiring diagram in the pictures attached. Theoretically, given the ‘standard’ wallplate, I should just remove the old and pop on the...
  20. H

    Hazardous Old Wiring...??

    I’m a new homeowner and found this old wire in the panel (the red and black one)... It’s on a 60 amp breaker. It is clothed sheathed outside the panel and is freying in parts (see 2nd photo)... Hazardous? Thanks for any advice!

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