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    16th ed unsheathed cables

    I see what you mean, sorry for the confusion. As Spinlondon said, if it wasn't satisfactory when installed then the warranty should take care of it.
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    Wiring Advice - Multiple supply lines into fuse box

    No offence meant but I'd recommend hiring a qualified electrician to take a look. As previously mentioned, it could be that the permanent-line runs to the lamp with a switch-wire to the light switch perhaps?
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    25mm Aluminium SWA in domestic setting!

    I know what you mean, I'd never get involved with potentially stolen cable, but how do you prove it's stolen? As a scrap dealer/collector he could of bought it legitimately. In this case as long as all cable is in good-condition and BASEC approved with relevant markings, I'd be happy to use it...
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    triton caselona 2 Issues

    I agree with previous comments. It's a popular shower so plenty of spares should be available out there to fix it.
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    16th ed unsheathed cables

    I agree with previous comments, why the 16th edition? Previous work carried-out which was compliant under old regulations is deemed satisfactory by current regulations, however any work that you perform now can be subject to the current regulations despite warranties. Regardless, I'd advise my...
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    Tool thief killed by vigilantes in uk

    Without knowing all the facts, I don't like to point the finger at anyone. However, there have been a lot of van-thefts in my area and as a lot of you have said, the police don't seem to do a great deal. I have installed CCTV on my own van to be safe, which records several cameras continuously...
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    Old Dog New Tricks ... Renovating an old Warehouse

    Crimped Meter Tails The meter tails are usually crimped for a good connection, and while I would advise it, it's not actually listed in the regulations (as far as I can see) and therefore not strictly necessary. However, make sure to check the CU manufactures instructions. 10mm Twin & Earth I'm...
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    Garage electrics - running cable through garden

    Regarding the regulations, an outdoor SWA (Steel-Wire-Armoured Cable) doesn't have specific advice, other than when burying it, it must be at a reasonable depth given it's location/path/route, with regards to the potential activities which may disturb/damage it. It seems reasonable to bury the...
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    New Member Saying Hello

    Welcome to the forum Colin!
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    Low level distribution board located in toilet.

    If you're concerned about Part P (Building Regulations), remember that it only applies to dwellings, not commercial / industrial applications. If you're concerned about BS7671, if the system was installed to the regulations at the time of installation, it's deemed acceptable by the current...
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    plugs and unswitched socket outlets used as isolators!

    Using a plug & socket for isolation is within regulations and perfectly safe. You may be confusing emergency switching with isolation, as explained below: Isolation: - Without mentioning all points, it specifically mentions that all live conductors must be disconnected (live meaning - carrying...
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    Fault finding helpppppp

    I found that they can be really specific on some points: Lighting - 2-Way / Intermediate - If the strappers are the wrong way round, were the light-switches in the 'off' position when the lamp was off? I was picked up on this, the top part of all the light-switches should be depressed when the...
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    Advice on Wiring Regs

    To be completely honest, domestic-electricians don't need to have any qualifications by law at all. They do however, need to be competent in their work that they are completing; any notifiable-work (under Part-P Building Regulations) must be notified which can be done by either: - An electrician...
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    Condensation issue in airing cupbd

    If the immersion's thermal-overload is below the set temperature using the boiler for hot-water, the client may have turned the immersion on and tripped the thermal-overload. It might be worth checking the set temperature of the hot-water-cylinder from the boiler and adjusting either as needed...
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    Need some advice and to introduce myself

    Hi there and welcome to the forum! Having a separate distribution board in the garage is common, in fact I did a job recently as part of a full re-wire to install one. The hob is also common but a little different so I'll explain both below: Garage DB (Distribution Board) - I'd install an RCBO...
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    How do I make antique lights suitable for outside use?

    Aluminium can 'rust' (oxidise) quickly in outdoor conditions so they won't last long unfortunately. I personally don't think it's a good idea to use them outside, even with modifications. Maybe find an alternative?
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    Loft wiring advice please

    I'ts funny you should say that.... I used to work at a plumbers-merchant for many years. baring in-mind I had no plumbing qualifications at all, the qualified-plumbers used to ask me all sorts of questions from heat-loss calculations to BTU, etc. I always responded politely by saying "I'm not...
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    British Plugs / Sockets Regulations (BS1363)

    It's a scary thought, and it can happen to anyone (even I presume my washing-machine has an appropriate moulded-plug because of it's brand and mass-production). Good read, thank you!
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    Revision for 17th Edition exam

    Completely agree with spinlondon! The examiners are ok with sticky-labels. I didn't actually use this method myself, however plenty of students did the same and the assessors didn't mind. I'm not absolutely certain on the specific rules regarding sticky-labels in exams, but my college tutor...
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    Loft wiring advice please

    From looking at your picture and the fact that there is brown-sleeving on the neutral conductors between the lamp & switch, it's likely that the permanent-line goes the the 'loop' connector at the lamp. Respectfully, I agree with DPG. It wouldn't cost much for a qualified electrician to...

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