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Some advise needed please on which ballasts to use.
jezzz i thought this would be quite straight...
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Unsecured wiring
even stevie wonder could have done better.
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Battery testing
Not really specific to 'sophisticated' meters...
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Separate supplies?
just passing away the time till beer o'clock. :17:
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motion sensor
Forget the whole idea, you'll be very lucky if...
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light sensor
You have another similar thread running so I'm...
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Possible to rewire to plug something in bathroom?
pm replied to...
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Simple(?) wiring question.
oh if any of you use an apple Iphone heres an...
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Looking for advice
Also be aware if any of the breakers fail on...
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newbie question.... what cable do I need?
I'd agree with Tel....Unless its a hellish...
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Electrics in Thailand in a brand new house
Looks like a haphazard attempt at TN-C, where...
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Tripping RCD in consumer unit
The fault could be on any of the circuits...
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How could i lower the power to this unit to make the motor go slower
Duplicate, please see here
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400 Watt Security Lights Problem
Thanks to everyone who contributed to this...
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Replacing Light Switch - Safety Advice Requested
Nothing domestic is really rocket science. But...
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DIY Question & Where Can I Get......
We have the same regs on every type of...
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Step down transformer enquiry
The other reality, (apart from the cost) is...
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No earth wire from intake to consumer unit!!!
The OP has got back to me via PM and his wife...
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Regulations on Terminal Block wrapped in electrical tape
i agree if a temporary power up and until...
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Full rewire with cables being carried on exterior walls to interior sockets.
I agree, It's really shoddy workmanship. But...
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Replacement twin grill element not working - other possible causes?
get the same model then you've got spares in...
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Advice on plan (diagram included) to remotely turn on an amplifier using CAT5
Have you considered using a wireless radio...
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How to make wall light safe before decorating
For a Garibaldi and a mug of cocoa I'd power...
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Hot tub wiring
No, but there may be good arguments and...
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What type of mains lead would i need? Help would be appreciated.
Plug has now been found, there is a seller who...
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Newbie here need help RE: electrical safety
If this is a commercial SPD product, seek...
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PIR switches in cheap B&Q security lights
If the lights are designed to allow switching...
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Wiring connections required for outdoor PIR light
Old PIR sounds like a Steinel type (2 way...
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New here, Not Qualified Stuck With kitchen Under cabinets lighting HELP
correct your spark will use the proper...
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Power shower wiring
i didnt see anything mentioned about the...
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