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  1. C

    problems with test results

    Hello, Im confused as to why I'm getting a high zs value at the socket but all r1 rn r2 ze is 0.5 but zs is .98 The other problem is a had a rcd won't trip but for some reason when something is plugged in it trips the other rcd. All circuits bell out and test fine so could it be the rcd...
  2. J

    Do neon indicators affect Zs test results?

    I know that having a neon in the circuit screws up IR testing, but I just wondered if the same applies to Zs testing. Many thanks
    • joe.ninety
    • Thread
    • neon results test zs test
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  3. Leesparkykent

    .......Good results for PV

    Solar power breaks UK records thanks to sunny weather - https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/amp.theguardian.com/environment/2017/may/26/solar-power-breaks-uk-records-thanks-sunny-weather
  4. M

    Recording PFC and PSCC results

    I have my Am2 this week and am getting confused with what reading is to be placed in schedule of test results. I understand for PFC to take the highest reading between 3 phase and earth but have to then go between phases & N to find PSCC. Is it PSCC reading then doubled and put on back of test...
  5. L

    recording of earth continuity results for appliances with detachable leads.

    When testing appliances with a detachable IEC power lead, what's the recommendation for recoding the earth continuity value, do you record the higher value including the lead resistance, or exclude the earth resistance of the lead from the actual appliance. This assuming that the lead is tested...
  6. N

    Completing Zs box on schedule of test results

    When unable to carry out a Zs test on a lighting circuit (large/heavy chandelier type lighting), then the R1+R2 + Ze measurements are instead used and this is noted, but is it the norm to still write this value in the Zs box on the schedule of test results or just in the notes. I ask because...
    • Nicebloke
    • Thread
    • box calculation chandelier lighting results schedule still test
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  7. E

    Drayton LP822 Once button results in permanent hot water

    Guys Encountered a problem using the above function, when the once button is selected for a boost on the CH the Immersion heater will not then switch off. I have to switch the programmer of for it to reset... any ideas?? The boiler is an Ideal ICOS and the Tank controls are Range
    • EddieB
    • Thread
    • button existing hot water permanent problem programmer results switch water
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Central Heating Systems
  8. I

    MK RCD Ramp test random results

    Hi guys I am rather perplexed as I have recently fitted a dual RCD Sentry (App 3 compliant) consumer unit. I am suffering a random tripping pattern with one of the RCD's (63A, 30mA) which sometimes pops the other (80A 30mA) at the same time. I have stripped everything down and insulation...
  9. J

    Installation test following rewire

    I've recently carried out a full rewire of a domestic property which had a supply to a garage by use of an armoured in ducting run underground. I have taken a new feed to the adaptable box that said armoured is terminated into and have tested the armoured itself and all is ok. My question is, as...
    • JSPark91
    • Thread
    • armoured following garage installation results rewire separate test testing and commisioning
    • Replies: 24
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  10. Mark.W

    IR connundrum

    Hey Guys I've got a bit of a head scratcher that I was hoping someone could help with. I have a ring main feeding 7 points. When testing IR btw L&N I get 967Mohm but when testing N-E & L-E I get 455Mohm. I split the ring and tested as 2 radials and the results suddenly come back all clear at...
  11. L

    Supplier INstalling New Meter

    Hi, I have been asked to test a property as the meter has been ripped out by the previous tenants and the supplier need dead test results before they install a new meter, Has anyone done this for a supplier and do they need a condition report or just a schedule of test results? Ive tried...
    • liam b
    • Thread
    • customer installing meter new results supplier testing
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  12. VoltzElectrical

    Naked Ladies? the results for L-L and N-N should be within 0.05 ohms

    Naked ladies are lovely. especially if they are fit. However, on an electrical note... When testing ring final circuits end to end tests confirming the ring. I have recently been informed that the results for L-L and N-N should be within 0.05 ohms. I know that they should be the same, but where...
  13. haptism

    SWA test results

    Hi hope someone can advise; ive not done alot of testing or filling out eic's and am a bit stumped on this. I have run the usual dead tests on a 3 core swa cable used on a final circuit all tests are good. However the amour (which needs to carry the full fault current), does it not need to be...
  14. 2nd best

    2394/5 current coarse

    ive just passed one test exam on this coarse however with 2 written test and a practical left to go i still have a lot to do roll on Thursday i say
  15. D

    IR Problems/Questions

    EICR under taken again on property. Insulation Resistance results on at 500V. All results in Mega Ohms LIGHTING L-N 34.80, L-E 2.05, N-E 33 LIGHTING L-N 2.47, L-E 2.97, N-E 2.81 UP POWER L-N 78, L-E 72, E-L 69 DOWN SOCKETS L-N 16.30, L-E 15.41 N-E 44.43...
    • Deltron
    • Thread
    • lighting results sockets taken
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  16. D

    Earth Leakage Test

    Once asked if a normal Multi Meter could do most of what a PAT tester could (ie saver £££ £350 for the machine an £75 for it to be tested) <Shows how slow i am at recalling things> but some years ago i did 2377-22 and didnt recall it from there. I do own the 3rd Edition Code of Practice for...
  17. SolarCity

    Strange test results - advice requested

    Okay, I've got a pretty unusual problem that I've had over the last couple of days and I'd welcome some advice on this. Currently we are carrying out electrical works on barn conversions into single and two bed homes. Fairly small, single storey. Carried out second fix - sockets, lights...
  18. HappyHippyDad

    Very low IR results on oven?

    I have just been carrying out an EICR and I have got some results that I am unsure about. The property has 2 ovens on the same circuit, the circuit has a line-earth IR of 0.004Mohms when the cooker isolation switch of one of the ovens (oven 1) is closed, and 0.4Mohms when the other cooker...
  19. A

    RCD Test Results on Condition Report

    Hi I'm new here, Been working for a company carrying out electrical testing for the past 5 years and was governed by how they wanted there test certificates completed (They had there own version for a large water company) I've recently changed jobs to a newish company that are not experianced...
  20. happysteve

    EICRs: observations and test results that dismay me

    Eh up :) I don't do EICRs - not enough experience - but the things I see on some reports done by others really dismay me. Perhaps some of my understanding needs improving, I dunno. Or perhaps the CPSes have their own set of guidelines different from the sources I use? In the examples below, I'm...

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