Please help...at the end of my tether with transformer/Ring

lurpak · May 9, 2019

Hi guys,

Really hoping for some simple advice after a 2 year battle with my Ring Pro doorbell. To cut a long story short, and spending £ on several plugin transformers and multiple replacement Pros, I have decided to use the 24v bell transformer supplied from Ring.

So, (and excuse incorrect terminology) I have connected the bell wire to the top of the transformer (24v out) and then some mains flex from bottom of the transformer to the plug.

Plugged the thing in to several power outlets and it has tripped the electrics each time. I am now thinking of trying my luck with a BG 24v bell transformer (in case Ring's is poor quality) and replace the fuse in the plug.

Am I missing something here and why would it constantly trip the electrics?

Any suggestions or advice welcome.

John

FatAlan · May 9, 2019

[ElectriciansForums.net] Please help...at the end of my tether with transformer/Ring

What a load of tosh for a bloody door bell! Get one of these. Had it for over a year with no battery change yet and living out back of house in converted shed so had a good distance on it. Also sets the dogs off nicely so works on all fronts

lurpak · May 9, 2019

ipf said:
A winners badge for spotting a bodge...….mmm.
That would never have been found without the RCD.
I'm getting beyond worrying about peoples safety.

Totally get it but how does one send a badge!

lurpak · May 9, 2019

ipf said:
A winners badge for spotting a bodge...….mmm.
That would never have been found without the RCD.
I'm getting beyond worrying about peoples safety.

Totally get it but how does one send a badge!

FatAlan said:
View attachment 49228 What a load of tosh for a bloody door bell! Get one of these. Had it for over a year with no battery change and living out back of house in converted shed so had a good distance on it.

seriously tell me about it!!

FatAlan · May 9, 2019

View attachment 49228 What a load of tosh for a bloody door bell! Get one of these. Had it for over a year with no battery change yet. Been living out back of house in converted shed so had a good distance on it. Also sets dogs off nicely so works a treat

Deleted member 9648 · May 9, 2019

That's one of the worst plugs I've ever seen, it's no wonder people kill themselves when you see such a complete lack of respect for electricity.

ipf · May 9, 2019

wirepuller said:
That's one of the worst plugs I've ever seen, it's no wonder people kill themselves when you see such a complete lack of respect for electricity.

Yeah. As I said earlier, they can't even bring themselves to read the instructions that come attached to 'em.

lurpak · May 9, 2019

ipf said:
Yeah. As I said earlier, they can't even bring themselves to read the instructions that come attached to 'em.

Yes ok noted lads!!

freddo · May 9, 2019

Good job it wasn't the live stripped extra long!

lurpak · May 9, 2019

freddo said:
Good job it wasn't the live stripped extra long!

So the cable I purchased never had any insulation on the earth but I suppose I should’ve put some on. Anyway I’m free to do anybody’s electrics now!

Squid · May 9, 2019

lurpak said:
So the cable I purchased never had any insulation on the earth but I suppose I should’ve put some on. Anyway I’m free to do anybody’s electrics now!

Here's your company name......

ipf · May 9, 2019

lurpak said:
So the cable I purchased never had any insulation on the earth but I suppose I should’ve put some on. Anyway I’m free to do anybody’s electrics now!

It should be flexible cable, mate. That is flat twin and earth….not for plugs.

Squid · May 9, 2019

FatAlan said:
View attachment 49228 What a load of tosh for a bloody door bell! Get one of these. Had it for over a year with no battery change yet and living out back of house in converted shed so had a good distance on it. Also sets the dogs off nicely so works on all fronts

You live in a shed, are you Eastern European and are there 6 of you?

lurpak · May 9, 2019

ipf said:
It should be flexible cable, mate. That is flat twin and earth….not for plugs.

This stuff ok?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/ROUND-WHIT...ocphy=9045909&hvtargid=pla-698119633418&psc=1

ipf · May 9, 2019

lurpak said:
This stuff ok?

Think....where are you going to connect the earth at the transformer?

lurpak · May 9, 2019

ipf said:
Think....where are you going to connect the earth at the transformer?

Ok don’t shoot me but given there is no earth on the transformer nor I’ve seen any other ring transformer pics with an earth I would’ve cut it as there’s nowhere to put it. I just assumed I’d need it at the plug. I’ve read the trans doesn’t need it. Again not saying what I’ve read is accurate.